New York Energy Efficiency
Ambitious climate goals, huge demands on New York buildings
Aligning with New York energy efficiency targets
New York is leading the charge toward a sustainable future with aggressive climate goals. The Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act sets a roadmap for achieving remarkable goals, including:
- 85% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
- 70% carbon-free renewable energy generation by 2030
- 100% clean, zero-emission, carbon-free electricity on the state’s grid by 2040
- Reduction of 22 million tons of carbon emissions through energy efficiency and electrification
These ambitious targets require a collective effort, and building owners and property managers are key players in this transformation. Greenwich Energy Solutions provides comprehensive New York energy efficiency programs that keep your building in line with those energy targets.
Complying with local energy laws
In line with New York’s climate goals, the state has various local energy laws, including:
Local Law 84 (LL84)
This annual benchmarking requirement provides a snapshot of your building's energy performance and helps you track progress with efficiency measures.
Local Law 87 (LL87)
Every 10 years, buildings undergo an energy audit and retro-commissioning, creating a roadmap for further improvements.
Local Law 97 (LL97)
This ambitious law will penalize buildings for exceeding emissions limits starting in 2025. It demands comprehensive planning and strategic action to avoid penalties.
Different state-level New York energy efficiency programs
New York understands that achieving its climate goals and complying with its local laws require support. That's why the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority spearheads numerous energy efficiency programs, including:
EmPower New York: Low-Income Usage Reduction Program
Offers no-cost energy efficiency services, such as a home energy assessment, wall and attic insulation, water-saving showerheads, and installation of heat pumps, for income-eligible New Yorkers
NYS Clean Heat Program
Promotes high-efficiency heat pumps in buildings
Comfort Home Program
Offers seal and insulate packages (i.e., sealing air leaks, insulation upgrades, and high-performance windows).with rebates ranging from $1,000 to $4,000
RetrofitNY Program
Aims to achieve deep energy retrofits for multifamily buildings, dramatically improving their energy performance and contributing to carbon neutrality goals
Assisted Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program
provides financial assistance to income-eligible residents for energy-efficient home upgrades, significantly reducing the upfront cost of improvements
Utility-driven New York energy efficiency programs
Major utility companies in New York also host various energy efficiency programs:
- PSEG Long Island: Its REAP program supports income-eligible customers with free energy assessments and installations of energy-saving appliances and devices. The Home Comfort Program also offers rebates for air source heat pumps.
- National Fuel: National Fuel offers financial incentives to its customers for replacing appliances with energy-efficient models. Rebates range from $25 to $1,000 for various upgrades.
- National Grid: National Grid provides rebates for customers who install efficient gas, electric heating and cooling, and water heating upgrades.
- ConEdison (ConEd): ConEd offers rebates for geothermal heat pumps and weatherization initiatives through partnerships with approved contractors.
- Central Hudson: Central Hudson offers smart thermostat and heat pump water heater rebates, along with fuel-switching air source heat pump incentives and gas heating upgrade programs.
Trusted energy efficiency consulting in New York
Don't let the complexities of New York's energy efficiency landscape hold you back. Greenwich Energy Solutions is here to help you develop a custom New York energy efficiency plan for your building.
