Improved Fuel Economy for Boats Obtained with Newly Developed High-Tech Coating

Greenfield Manufacturing Inc, producer of boat coatings which help reduce water friction, in partnership with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, (NYSERDA) has created a product which allows boats to travel faster while at the same time improving their fuel economy. The NYSERDA gave $340,000 to Greenfield over the past three years …

New York Getting Greener with Urban American Management

For Urban American Management, the owner and manager of some of New York City’s largest residential apartment buildings, going green is not a dream, but has now become a reality. In conjunction with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, UA just finished retrofitting buildings containing upwards of 2,700 apartments, making them between …

NYSERDA Study Pushes for Solar Development

  The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority completed a study which encourages New York lawmakers to invest in solar energy. The study showed that although energy consumers will most likely experience increases in their utilities bill, the potential benefits outweigh the potential rate hikes. The NYSERDA report was released on Tuesday showing …

NYSERDA New Year’s Resolutions to Start Saving Now

The NYSERDA is asking consumers to make energy efficiency a priority in their lives as the new year fast approaches. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority suggest that consumers make an even stronger commitment to reducing their carbon footprint with just a few simple life style changes that can make a big …

Energy Saving Forum at Suffern Library from NYSERDA

On December 14, from 7pm until 8:30pm the Suffern Free Library together with the Mid-Hudson Energy Smart Communities will co-sponsor a forum entitled “Getting Your Home Ready for Winter: Saving Energy and Money with NYSERDA.” This even is planned as an educational energy workshop which will explain to participants how they can access a free, …

Governor Cuomo Signs Power NY Act Into Law

In early August this year there was good news for supporters of clean energy alternatives in New York. On August 4th Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, in the presence of groups such as the Alliance for Clean Energy in New York, (ACE NY) and others, signed the bill into law known as the “Power NY Act …

NYSERDA at the Great New York State Fair

Come visit the NYSERDA Booth at the upcoming Great New York State Fair and learn new ways to make your home and/or business more energy efficient while at the same time increasing comfort, safety and convenience. The focus of the exhibit, which will be located in the Americraft Center of Progress Building, building number five, …

NYSERDA Offers Incentives for Going Green

Building owners in New York may be eligible to receive financial incentives for the New York State Energy Research and Development Administration (NYSERDA) from the innovative program, the New York Green Residential Building Program (GRBP.) If the owner can prove that the building meets the requirements of the program then they might be eligible to …

Saratoga Hosts Green Energy Education Conference

Saratoga, New York played host this week to the fourth national conference entitled “Clean Energy Workforce: Education Conference.” The stated goal of the conference is to discuss creative and effective ways to educate workers in the renewable and energy efficiency workforce. This conference is the only national even which brings together innovative teachers who specialize …

Incentives for Building Energy Efficient Homes from NYSERDA

The State of New York, through the NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) offers several opportunities for low to moderate income families to become more energy efficient, saving money in the long run. The ‘Assisted Home Performance with ENERGY STAR™’ is available to help households to reduce energy costs by taking a …