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New York City

Why Does Steam Float Over the Streets of Manhattan?

The orange steam funnels in Manhattan are an iconic part of the city's landscape, favored by movie and television directors to depict scenes set in Manhattan.
New York's steam system, which supplies steam for heating, cooling, and other commercial uses around Manhattan, is the oldest and largest in the U.S. [ more ]
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New York City

Orange Steam Funnels Are a New York Symbol. What Are They For?

The visual symbol of steam funnels in NYC is as iconic as landmarks like the Empire State Building or Brooklyn Bridge.
The steam system in NYC, with its 105 miles of pipes, is the oldest and largest in the United States. [ more ]
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