Fuel cells are a relatively new technology in New York City but has been gaining traction as we move towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. Fuel cell technology is important for New York’s clean energy goals because it offers a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional fossil fuel-based energy sources. Moreover, fuel cells are versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications, from providing backup power for buildings to being combined with renewable energy sources like solar power to create hybrid systems that can operate independently of the main grid. However, the technology is not yet common in New York so this session will be an important learning opportunity for attendees as it showcases a completed project in New York City. Most importantly, our work included preparing all associated documents to obtain applicable permits as well as project and construction management for the installation – steps that are especially tricky in New York City due to the numerous regulations and permitting around fuel cell technology. This project was done as part of the NYC Community Solar program as a Community Distributed Generation (CDG) project with an emphasis on deep energy and carbon savings due to its high efficiency and longevity. This session will be led by David Matt from Daroga Power, the project’s developer and financer, and Mike Scorrano from EN-POWER, the project’s design and implementation engineer.