Queens College/CUNY

Solar Flushing

Date: Friday, June 1, 2012

Time: 2PM to 3PM

Place: Flushing – Queens Library
4117 Main Street, Flushing, Queens

Class presentation by Urban Studies 373 and 760, taught by Dr. Tarry Hum, at Queens College/CUNY.

Students will discuss the opportunities and challenges of advancing solar energy in Flushing, and present their findings based on an analysis of Flushing’s solar potential using the NYC Solar Map and in-depth stakeholder interviews. They will also discuss recommendations and next steps to advance community sustainability and photovoltaic technology implementation.

This class was supported by

• New York City Council Member Peter Koo
• New York State Assemblywoman Grace Meng
• New York State Senator Toby Stavisky
• ONE FLUSHING Community Economic Development Center