
Innovating for Tomorrow:
New York City Commercial Space
Sustainability Competition
Join us in shaping the future of Long Island City through this impactful initiative.
This competition turns ideas into action, inviting participants to craft business plans for innovative commercial spaces tailored to the city’s dynamic market.
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meet The Judge Panel

Payton Hillman
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Chloe Wilson
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Jessica Davis
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James Williams
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Timeline
The project kicks off with a February launch event, followed by online submissions in March, and culminates in an exciting pitch competition, where forward-thinking solutions will come to life.
Feb 7th
Project Launch

Feb 26th
Online Seminar
Art Meets Sustainability:
Envisioning
New York’s Future

Feb 28th
Online Registration DDL
Art Meets Sustainability:
Envisioning
New York’s Future

Mar 3rd
Open House @ Urban 21
Art Meets Sustainability:
Envisioning
New York’s Future

Mar 14th
Online Submission DDL
Art Meets Sustainability:
Envisioning
New York’s Future

Mar 30th
Final Pitch
Art Meets Sustainability:
Envisioning
New York’s Future

About
The Commercial Space Sustainability Competition encourages participants to create business plans that utilize commercial spaces at Urban 21, factoring Long Island City’s specific market conditions, rental rates, and operational expenses to achieve sustainable revenue growth.
Timeline

Feb 7
Project Launch

Feb 26
Online Seminar

Feb 28
Online Registration Closes

Feb 7
Project Launch

Feb 26
Online Seminar

Feb 28
Online Registration Closes
The project kicks off with a February launch event, followed by online submissions in March, and culminates in an exciting pitch competition, where forward-thinking solutions will come to life.
Mar 14
Submission DDL
Mar 3
Open House @ Urban 21
Feb 28
Online Registration DDL
Feb 26
Online Seminar
Feb 7
Project Launch
Mar 30
Final Pitch

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Innovating for Tomorrow:
New York City
Commercial Spcae
Sustainability Competition
Join us in shaping the future of Long Island City through this impactful initiative.
This competition turns ideas into action, inviting participants to craft business plans for innovative commercial spaces tailored to the city’s dynamic market.
Feb 7
Project Launch
Feb 26
Online Seminar
Feb 28
Online Registration DDL
Mar 3
Open House @ Urban 21
Mar 14
Submission DDL
Mar 30
Final Pitch
Our Vision
As a trailblazer in the community development of Long Island City, New Land Capital is committed to fostering community growth and enhancing local quality of life by establishing innovative commercial spaces that address the diverse needs of local residents.
consisting of 71 exquisite units, offering various layouts including 1B1B, 2B1B, and 2B2B, unlocking quality enjoyment in modern style.


Meet Urban 21,

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Innovating for Tomorrow:
New York City Commercial Spcae
Sustainability Competition
The Commercial Space Sustainability Competition encourages participants to create business plans that utilize commercial spaces at Urban 21, factoring Long Island City’s specific market conditions, rental rates, and operational expenses to achieve sustainable revenue growth.

What is it?
The Commercial Space Sustainability Competition encourages participants to create business plans that utilize commercial spaces at Urban 21, factoring Long Island City’s specific market conditions, rental rates, and operational expenses to achieve sustainable revenue growth.


Who can participate?
Ph.D., Graduate and Undergraduate Students from Universities in China and the U.S.
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Collaborations
CVEC aims to build an innovative entrepreneurship and investment platform bridging China and the U.S., bringing together early-stage investors, venture capital (VC), private equity (PE) fund managers, entrepreneurs, and academic leaders. Guided by Cornell University’s “any person, any study”spirit, CVEC embraces inclusivity and collaborates with top investment institutions, universities, and student organizations in the U.S. and China to promote cross-border collaboration and innovation.
Innovation
As a trailblazer in the community development of Long Island City, New Land Capital is committed to fostering community growth and enhancing local quality of life by establishing innovative commercial spaces that address the diverse needs of local residents.
Impact
Through this initiative, we seek to inspire forward-thinking solutions, create local employment opportunities, and contribute to the economic vitality of Long Island City, thereby establishing a solid foundation for the long-term sustainable development of the community.