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Ask the Engineer: Local Law 87 and Energy Audits in NYC
An “Ask the Engineer” column by RAND President Stephen Varone, AIA and Principal Peter Varsalona, PE explaining Local Law 87, energy audits, and retro-commissioning for co-op…
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NYC Building Decarbonization Roadmap: Steps to Meet Local Law 97 Compliance and Cut Carbon Emissions
As New York City pushes forward with its carbon reduction goals, building owners need to start planning now to meet Local Law 97 (LL97) requirements and…
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Local Law 88 Compliance Guide: Lighting Upgrades and Sub-metering
Learn who Local Law 88 applies to and what it requires for lighting and sub-metering.
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New NYC Law Mandates Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in Parking Garages: What Property Owners and Managers Need to Know
Understand Local Law 55 of 2024 and its impact on EV charging infrastructure in New York City parking facilities.
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NYC Local Law 87 Compliance
Local Law 87 requirements for NYC buildings, including energy audits, retro-commissioning, EER filing, deadlines, penalties, and how to plan compliance.
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Split Air Conditioning Systems
Split A/C systems are increasingly popular because of their low-profile design and ease of installation.
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Installing a Cogeneration System
Producing electricity and heat simultaneously reduces electrical demand and heating costs.
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Infrared Thermography: See Your Building in a New Light
A non-destructive diagnostic tool, infrared thermography can detect hidden problems throughout a building.
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RAND Joins NYSERDA’s Multifamily Building Solutions Network
NYSERDA Multifamily Building Solutions Network Providers work with residential owners to improve the energy efficiency of their buildings.
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Energy Incentives for New York Buildings
Energy incentives for New York buildings, including federal tax credits, New York State programs, utility rebates, and NYC incentives for energy upgrades and Local Law 97…
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NYC Benchmarking Law: Local Law 84 Compliance Guide for Building Owners
Local Laws 84/09 and 133/16 require property owners to submit an annual analysis of energy usage.
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New York City’s Energy Efficiency Legislation Mandates Benchmarking, Energy Audits, and Retro-commissioning
New local laws mandate benchmarking, energy audits, and retro-commissioning.
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Green Roofs: Design, Benefits and Requirements
How green roofs work, including design requirements, structural considerations, costs, and long-term maintenance.
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Converting From No. 6 Heating Oil
Key considerations when replacing No. 6 or No. 4 heating oil, including fuel options, equipment changes, and long-term planning.
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Local Law 154 of 2021: NYC Building Electrification Law
Local Law 154 targets new buildings and major renovations, aiming to eliminate fossil fuel combustion.
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Energy Audit Fact Sheet
Learn what an energy audit covers, how audit levels differ, and how energy audits can support efficiency, cost savings, and Local Law 87 compliance.
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Local Law 97 Compliance Guide
NYC Local Law 97 requirements, deadlines, emissions limits, and compliance strategies for building owners and managers.
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Oil to Gas Conversions
RAND Principal Peter E. Varsalona, PE discusses the considerations of converting a heating system from oil to gas.
