Willdan Wins $27 Million Contract to Redesign New York City Accelerator Program

The three-year contract will help building owners reduce emissions and comply with local sustainability laws.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:26pm

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A minimalist, isometric 3D digital illustration depicting a stylized model of a modern city skyline with skyscrapers and residential buildings, bathed in a soft, pastel color palette of blues, greens, and grays, representing the sustainable energy initiatives and green infrastructure of the city.Willdan's contract to redesign New York City's Accelerator program aims to drive building decarbonization and create green jobs, contributing to a more sustainable urban future.Anaheim Today

Willdan Group, Inc. has been awarded a $27 million, three-year contract with the New York City Mayor's Office of Climate & Environmental Justice to redesign and implement the NYC Accelerator program. The program aims to help building owners and stakeholders reduce greenhouse gas emissions, comply with Local Law 97, and advance the city's sustainability and green jobs objectives.

Why it matters

This contract represents a significant opportunity for Willdan to leverage its expertise in energy efficiency and sustainability to support New York City's ambitious climate goals. By redesigning the NYC Accelerator program, Willdan and its local partners can help drive building decarbonization efforts, create green jobs, and contribute to a more sustainable future for the city.

The details

Willdan has partnered with eight local firms, including Blenderbox, Bright Power, Cadence OneFive, Kinetic Communities Consulting (KC3), LIFE3, Steven Winter Associates, TYTHEdesign, and Urban Green Council. The redesign aims to shift the program's focus from building energy awareness to project implementation, leveraging local relationships and supporting the growth of the city's workforce.

  • Willdan was awarded the $27 million, three-year contract in April 2026.

The players

Willdan Group, Inc.

A nationwide provider of professional, technical, and consulting services to utilities, government agencies, and private industry, with expertise in electric grid solutions, energy efficiency and sustainability, and municipal financial consulting.

New York City Mayor's Office of Climate & Environmental Justice

The office works to protect New Yorkers from the impacts of climate change and extreme weather by creating and advancing policies, programs, and projects that secure the city, while making its critical infrastructure cleaner and more reliable.

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What’s next

The redesigned NYC Accelerator program is expected to launch in the coming months, as Willdan and its local partners work to implement the new program and help building owners reduce emissions and comply with sustainability regulations.

The takeaway

Willdan's $27 million contract to redesign the NYC Accelerator program demonstrates the growing demand for energy efficiency and sustainability services, as cities like New York work to meet ambitious climate goals. This partnership will leverage local expertise to drive building decarbonization efforts and create green jobs, contributing to a more sustainable future for the city.