Kingston Climate Action Update
Energy Audits: ACT NOW!
Last chance for municipalities to get a low cost energy audit, $100 to $400 per building dependent upon the number of employees per building, for buildings with an average electric demand under 100kW.
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Energy Audit Program will no longer be available to municipalities effective December 15, 2011.
Beginning January 1, 2012, municipalities may participate in the NYSERDA FlexTech program to obtain energy audit services, which requires a 50/50 cost share.
If you want assistance setting up an energy audit before December 15, 2011 please contact me immediately and we can work with our local NYSERDA contact to complete the online CFA application. Municipal applications for the Energy Audit Program must be completed and submitted by December 15th to be eligible.
Central Hudson Energy Efficiency Programs
Visit the following links for information on the energy efficiency rebates programs offered by Central Hudson Electric and Gas:
Home sealing rebate of up to $600
Natural gas heating equipment rebate for homes
Natural gas heating equipment rebate for businesses
Summary of Central Hudson’s Residential Home Energy Efficiency Programs
While an energy audit is the best way to identify energy saving opportunities, Central Hudson also offers an internet- based tool that can be of assistance in identifying energy saving measures:
For more information on energy efficiency opportunities visit the U.S. Department of Energy’s energy efficiency web page.
City of Kingston Energy Report and GHG Inventory
Data collection for the 2010 energy analysis and greenhouse gas inventory for the City of Kingston is complete. The data is being organized and summarized and will be released soon. This inventory includes both community emissions as well as those resulting from City government operations. This report will be shared with respective City departments prior to being shared with the public.
The energy/GHG report will be used to prepare a Climate Action/Sustainability Plan for the City of Kingston.
Rich Schiafo
Climate Analyst
City of Kingston
845-334-3925
Kingston Climate Action Web Page
