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Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Reducing energy usage and operating costs at the Empire State Plaza, a large mixed-use facility which houses New York State government offices, a convention center, and retail space.
Client
New York Power Authority
Owner
NYS Office of General Services
Location
Albany, NY
Services
Markets
Status
Complete
Guaranteed Savings
2,400,000 kWh, and 804 kW/month
The New York State Office of General Services wished to reduce energy usage and operating costs at the Empire State Plaza, a large mixed-use facility which houses New York State government offices, a convention center, and retail space.
Under the New York Power Authority’s Energy Services Program, Wendel analyzed lighting improvements, dimmer replacement, and motor upgrades for four-million square feet of the complex. A detailed life cycle cost analysis allowed the client to see the complete financial impact of the project, not just construction costs.
Wendel followed up the energy savings analysis with complete construction documents, including plans and specifications, covering approximately 9,000 lighting fixtures and 1,500 motors.
Wendel provided construction administration services for the project and in addition, worked with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to secure financial incentives under the Commercial/Industrial Performance Program.