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EmPower New YorkSM
What this Program Offers
The focus of EmPower New YorkSM is on cost-effective
electric reduction measures, particularly lighting and refrigerator replacements,
as well as other cost-effective home performance strategies such as insulation, and
health and safety measures. On-site energy use education provides customers with
additional strategies for managing their energy costs.
Who is Eligible?
Electric distribution customers of a participating utility (see
New York Energy $martSM, below) that live in
a building with 100 units or less, and either participate in a utility payment
assistance program or have a household income below 60% of state median income are
eligible (i.e., HEAP eligible).
What is the Cost
There is no cost to the customer. In rental situations, certain measures that
directly benefit the eligible tenant are eligible without a landlord contribution.
Who Provides the Services
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) contracted
with Honeywell International to implement the EmPower New York SM
Program. The energy efficiency services are delivered by private
Contractors and participating Weatherization Agencies, all of whom are Building
Performance Institute Accredited.
How to Apply
Referrals will be accepted from participating utilities, local Offices for the Aging
and Weatherization Agencies.
Energy efficiency services are prioritized based on the potential for cost-effective
energy usage reduction.
For additional information contact Honeywell International at 1-800-263-0960.
Energy Efficiency and Financial Management Workshops
Free energy efficiency and financial management workshops are held throughout the
service territories of the participating utilities (below). Cornell Cooperative
Extension of Tompkins County is responsible for developing and delivering the
workshops. Go to www.ccetompkins.org/EmPowerNY
for a schedule of workshops.
New York Energy $mart SM
All New York Energy $martSM programs are funded by a
System Benefits Charge (SBC) paid by electric distribution customers of Central
Hudson, Con Edison, NYSEG, National Grid, Orange and Rockland, and Rochester Gas
and Electric. NYSERDA, a public benefit corporation established by law in 1975,
administers SBC funds and programs under an agreement with the Public Service
Commission.
New York Energy $martSM Programs are designed to lower
electricity costs by encouraging energy efficiency as the State's electric
utilities move to competition. The programs are available to electric distribution
customers (residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial) who pay into the
SBC.
Expanded Gas Efficiency Program for National
Grid customers
Expanded Gas Efficiency Program for Con Edison customers
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