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Midea Launches First HVAC Showroom and Distribution Center in New York City

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Monday, February 26, 2024

QUEENS, N.Y., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, one of the leading innovators in the HVAC industry, announced the opening of its first national showroom and distribution center in Queens, New York with a special ribbon-cutting event attended by a representative of New York Governor Hochul's office, New York Congresswoman Grace Meng, representatives from Con Edison and PSEG and other industry leaders. The innovative space will make heat pumps more accessible for consumers and professionals alike, demonstrating Midea's commitment to equitably integrating advanced heat pump technology into homes across North America.

Key Points: 
  • The showroom also features the Midea Packaged Window Heat Pump (PWHP) – winner of the 2024 AHR Innovation Award and component of New York State's Clean Heat for All Challenge – as well as the new EVOX G3 ducted heat pump system.
  • The showroom will educate homeowners and contractors by illustrating the versatility of heat pump applications across different scenarios.
  • The Midea showroom, operated in tandem with Ai-Midea Air Conditioning, is located at 158-15 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366.
  • For more information about heat pumps and the Midea products available at the Queens Showroom, please visit www.mideacomfort.us .

KeyBank announces Foundation grants in Hudson Valley and Metro New York

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Friday, December 15, 2023

TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, workforce development, minority small business development, and more.  The charitable donations total $385,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.  

Key Points: 
  • TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces twenty (20) charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.
  • "KeyBank's commitment to the communities we serve is at the heart what we stand for," said KeyBank Market President John Manginelli.
  • "We value the partnerships we have with local nonprofit organizations and are proud to support their important community work."
  • Bowery Mission, New York, NY to support its Continuum of Care Services for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness, food insecurity and other crises.

Attentive Energy One Selected by New York State to Power Over 700,000 Homes with Offshore Wind

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Friday, November 17, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Attentive Energy One – a joint venture between TotalEnergies, Rise Light & Power, and Corio Generation – has been selected by Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) in New York State's highly competitive third offshore wind solicitation to negotiate an offtake agreement with NYSERDA. This 1,400 MW offshore wind project will support the nation's first renewable repowering of a major fossil fuel generator, retiring and replacing a 60-year-old unit at Ravenswood Generating Station in Long Island City. Once operational, the project is expected to power over 700,000 New York homes from an area more than 50 miles from the nearest point onshore in New York.

Key Points: 
  • When we decided to enter the U.S. market, we quickly identified New York as a clean energy, economic development, and offshore wind leader.
  • Attentive Energy One's Key Commitments:
    Attentive Energy One will retire and replace fossil-fuel generation at the Ravenswood Generating Station with offshore wind.
  • "Attentive Energy One is a case study on how to do offshore wind right," said New York Offshore Wind Alliance Director Fred Zalcman.
  • "Attentive Energy One's project positively impacts people living and working across New York State and further solidifies the Capital Region's standing as a major offshore wind component manufacturing hub.

MIDEA EARNS 2024 AHR EXPO INNOVATION AWARD

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, the World's No.1 Air Treatment Brand*, is proud to announce that its Packaged Window Heat Pump (PWHP) was chosen as a winner of the 2024 AHR Expo Innovation Awards. Winners are chosen annually in ten industry categories, representing the most innovative products and technologies in the market. Recognized in the Sustainable Solutions category, Midea's PWHP was developed to support multi-family buildings' transition towards electrification and provides a cost-effective solution for buildings looking to quickly meet future sustainability requirements.

Key Points: 
  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, the World's No.1 Air Treatment Brand*, is proud to announce that its Packaged Window Heat Pump (PWHP) was chosen as a winner of the 2024 AHR Expo Innovation Awards.
  • "Midea is honored to receive the prestigious AHR Expo Innovation Award, underscoring our innovative approach and commitment to promoting sustainable energy solutions for multi-family buildings," said Kurt Jovais, President of Midea America.
  • "This award marks a key milestone, emphasizing the crucial role of innovative, cost-effective solutions in advancing global sustainability."
  • Midea's PWHP and complete portfolio of air conditioning and heating solutions will be on display in the company's booth (#S10371) at the 2024 AHR Expo January 22-24 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Public Works Partners Named One of Crain's Best Places to Work in New York City

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

"We talk to our employees, we offer benefits that align with people's needs, we encourage integration of our core values, we recognize employees and want to inspire growth, belonging, and purpose," said Idris Mignott, Public Works Partners Operations lead. "And just as important, we create opportunities for socializing -- like margaritas on our rooftop and beach cleanup days in the Rockaways!"

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Works Partners , a WBE/DBE/SBE certified urban planning and management consulting firm, today announced its inclusion in Crain's New York Business' prestigious list of the 100 Best Places to Work in New York City for 2023.
  • "It's an honor to be named one of Crain's 100 Best Places to Work in New York City," said Celeste Frye, co-founder and CEO of Public Works Partners.
  • Our team's passion and hard work are the driving force behind Public Works' success, and I am incredibly grateful to lead such a remarkable group of professionals."
  • "This accolade further fuels our drive to build the best team in order to create lasting change in New York City and beyond," said Frye.

Walker & Dunlop Arranges $36 Million Affordable Housing Renovation for Eight-Property Brooklyn Portfolio

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it arranged a $35.6 million loan to facilitate the refinance of a scattered Brooklyn site, sponsored by Grower Housing Development Fund Corporation.

Key Points: 
  • Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it arranged a $35.6 million loan to facilitate the refinance of a scattered Brooklyn site, sponsored by Grower Housing Development Fund Corporation.
  • The Section 8 affordable apartment portfolio comprises of 251 units, spanning eight buildings and located in New York's Williamsburg submarket.
  • Walker & Dunlop's Affordable team, led by Frank Cassidy and John Gilmore , arranged the refinance on behalf of the client, a repeat Walker & Dunlop and Fannie Mae borrower.
  • Walker & Dunlop is working to achieve its five-year goal of $60B in cumulative affordable and workforce housing finance by the end of 2025.

Public Works Partners Recognized on the Inc. 5000 List of America's Fastest-Growing Companies

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Works Partners , a WBE/DBE/SBE certified urban planning and management consulting firm, today announced it was named to the 42nd annual Inc. 5000 list as one of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Works Partners , a WBE/DBE/SBE certified urban planning and management consulting firm, today announced it was named to the 42nd annual Inc. 5000 list as one of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.
  • "We are incredibly honored to be named to the Inc. 5000 - an achievement that reflects the hard work and expertise of our exceptional team, and the trust of our clients," said Celeste Frye, co-founder and CEO of Public Works Partners.
  • Since 2010, Public Works Partners has connected the public and nonprofit sectors with powerful management consulting and urban planning tools to increase their positive impact on local communities.
  • Public Works Partners is headquartered at 20 West 38th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10018 with a second office at 680 East Colorado Boulevard, 2nd Floor Pasadena, CA 91101.

A New Era of Innovation: Syed W. Ali Named President of GWI Engineering Consultants

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

NEW YORK, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GWI Engineering Consultants, DPC, a New York-based engineering firm aimed at improving communities in the Northeast Corridor through meaningful partnerships, sustainable infrastructure, and transportation advancements, announced today the appointment of Syed W. Ali, P.E. as the newly formed company's president. In this role, Ali is focused on fostering relationships with key public and agency stakeholders, developing strategic growth initiatives, and reaching annual corporate revenue goals and profitability targets.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GWI Engineering Consultants, DPC, a New York-based engineering firm aimed at improving communities in the Northeast Corridor through meaningful partnerships, sustainable infrastructure, and transportation advancements, announced today the appointment of Syed W. Ali, P.E.
  • "We are confident Syed will lead GWI to significant success as we continue to advance communities throughout the Northeast region."
  • "I'm honored to have been selected to lead GWI as we help government entities solve complex infrastructure challenges through sustainable solutions," said Ali.
  • Prior to joining GWI, Ali served in leadership roles with a variety of iconic global engineering firms, including Stone & Webster, The Shaw Group, and CB&I.

BFC Partners Awarded $100+ Million NYCHA PACT Deal - the First of its Kind on Staten Island

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

NEW YORK, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) today announced that over $100 million in capital repair needs will be addressed for more than 1,400 residents of the West Brighton I & II developments on Staten Island through the Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) program, which will greatly improve living conditions at the campus. As a key step in this process, following a year of planning and engagement with residents, NYCHA and resident leaders have selected BFC Partners Development LLC, CB Emmanuel Realty LLC — a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) — and the non-profit organization Catholic Homes New York to provide comprehensive repairs to 574 apartments across 14 buildings at the site. BFC and CB Emmanuel will also lead as the general contractors, and Pinnacle City Living will serve as the day-to-day property manager when the property converts to Project-Based Section 8. The selection of the PACT partners was made by a resident review committee after an extensive community engagement process beginning in the fall of 2021. This process was supported by a technical advisor, Censere Consulting, through the PACT Resource Team. Resident review committee members reviewed and compared proposals submitted by potential partner teams and conducted interviews with proposing teams. The selected team will spend the next year working with residents to assess property conditions and develop rehabilitation, property management, and social services plans. Construction is slated to start in the summer of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • PACT is consistently delivering results for NYCHA residents across the city, and I'm excited to welcome West Brighton residents to that group."
  • "Congratulations to resident leaders at West Brighton on your selection of BFC Partners, CB Emmanuel Realty, Catholic Homes New York, and Pinnacle City Living."
  • "We are honored to be selected as a PACT partner for West Brighton I & II," said BFC Partners Principal Joseph Ferrara.
  • BFC Partners has strong ties to the community on the North Shore area of Staten Island.

ZIPCAR EXPANDS ON-STREET LOCATIONS IN NEW YORK CITY AFTER SUCCESSFUL PILOT WITH THE NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More New Yorkers who need easy, on-demand access to vehicles in convenient, on-street locations will soon be able to access additional Zipcar vehicles parked on New York City curbs. The New York City Department of Transportation today announced that the first eighty of hundreds of new curbside parking spaces reserved for its Carsharing Program will be installed starting today in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx.

Key Points: 
  • The New York City Department of Transportation today announced that the first eighty of hundreds of new curbside parking spaces reserved for its Carsharing Program will be installed starting today in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx.
  • Zipcar has operated in New York City since 2001, and since the NYC DOT Carsharing Program launched in 2018, Zipcar learned that some of the most successful areas in the pilot are previously underserved by carshare, such as the Bronx and outer Queens.
  • "We are grateful to work with the New York City Department of Transportation and the communities it serves to provide more New Yorkers with access to Zipcar's professionally maintained fleet of shared vehicles.
  • Zipcar was the first car-sharing provider in the U.S. to introduce electric and hybrid vehicles in its fleet.