- Healthy - By converting from oil or gas burning heaters to solar thermal means that harmful air pollutants will be eliminated from our environment. These fuels release toxins that degrade air quality and have been linked to causing health ailments such as asthma. By switching to renewable energy, you are working towards creating a healthier city.
- Prosperous - Solar energy is a growing industry, bringing with it good jobs for educated and skilled New Yorkers. By converting to solar thermal you are supporting a growing industry that will spur New York's economy. Solar thermal creates jobs and boosts the economy leading to a more prosperous city.
- Safe - The US dependence on foreign oil leads to a national security issue. By sending American money to politically unstable countries we may be indirectly funding terrorist organizations. By embracing solar technologies we are keeping New York money in New York, thereby creating a safe city.
- Progressive - The way of the future is renewable energy. Our current energy infrastructure is not sustainable for many reasons. As a leading city New York should be at the forefront of the conversion to solar energy. By supporting the transition to solar infrastructure you are helping to position New York as a progressive city.