2006
FOR RELEASE: October 30, 2006
CONTACT: Peter Sigurdson (NYSERDA)
(716) 842-1522 ext 300
YMCA of Greater Rochester Will Benefit from Energy Efficiency Incentives
Eastside Family Branch to save more than $79,000 annually
Rochester NY -- The YMCA of Greater Rochester has again partnered with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to implement a series of energy-efficient measures at its Eastside Family Branch. The measures are projected to save the YMCA more than $79,000 in annual energy costs.
"The YMCA of Greater Rochester should be commended for their commitment to create another energy-efficient recreational facility", said NYSERDA President and CEO Peter R. Smith. "The Eastside Family Branch project, much like the construction and renovation effort undertaken across town a few years ago, is another example of our commitment to helping New Yorkers reduces their energy costs. The YMCA will benefit from reduced energy bills, while patrons and employees will benefit from a comfortable, inviting environment."
"We are pleased to once again partner with NYSERDA," stated George Romell, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Rochester. "The energy-saving measures implemented at our new Eastside Family Branch will allow us to more effectively manage our utility costs, and will provide real cost savings for the YMCA."
Through its New York Energy $martSM New Construction Program, NYSERDA provided $146,948 toward energy-efficiency measures implemented at the newly constructed 70,000 square foot facility. The new branch offers patrons a state-of-the-art Wellness Center, two indoor pools, whirlpool and sauna, gymnasium with indoor track, Active Older Adult Center, two aerobics studios, Child Watch Center and Family Adventure Center.
The energy-efficient measures incorporated into the new facility include Low-E efficiency glazing, high-efficiency lighting, occupancy controlled lighting, advanced daylighting controls in the natatorium and café, high efficiency HVAC and demand-based ventilation utilizing building energy management system.
It is estimated that these energy-saving measures will result in an annual saving of 204,713 kWh of electricity - a projected $79,345 - for the YMCA of Greater Rochester. In 2004, NYSERDA awarded the Rochester YMCA $51,416 for energy-efficient measures installed at its Westside Family Branch.
Funding for the New Construction Program and other NYSERDA incentives are provided through the New York Energy $martSM program, which lowers electricity costs by encouraging energy efficiency as the State's electric utilities move to competition. The programs are available to all electric distribution customers (residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial) of Central Hudson, Con Edison, NYSEG, National Grid, Orange and Rockland, and Rochester Gas and Electric.
New York Energy $martSM programs are funded by a System Benefits Charge (SBC) paid by electric distribution customers of participating utilities. NYSERDA, a public benefit corporation established by law in 1975, administers SBC funds and programs under an agreement with the Public Service Commission.
In the past five years, the New York Energy $martSM Program has provided more than $23.79 million in energy-efficiency incentives to more than 580 customers in Monroe County, ranging from county and local governments, commercial/industrial enterprises, small businesses, college and universities, various institutions, agri-business, homeowners and renters.
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