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  • New York Energy Prices and Supplies
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority publishes online state energy data.
  • Community Resources for Wind Development
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this online toolkit for consumers on how to find a good location for and install a small wind system; 5 pp.; January, 2009.
  • Review of State Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard Programs in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Regions
    (PDF 2.53 MB)
    The Clean Energy States Alliance (CESA) publishes this report that is part of the CESA Progress Report series and was prepared by Exeter Associates, Inc.; 94 pp. ; December, 2008.
  • Arrow Linen: Engines for Hot Water Process Loads
    (PDF 56 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority Distributed Energy (NYSERDA) and Combined Heat and Power Program developed and published this case study as part of its Project Profile series; 2 pp.; May, 2008.
  • New York State Renewable Portfolio Standard Performance Report
    (PDF 137 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) published this report to the New York State Legislature; 17 pp.; August, 2007.
  • A Municipal Official's Guide to Diesel Idling Reduction in New York State
    (PDF 1.02 MB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 44 pp.; September, 2006.
  • A Comprehensive Process: Integration of Distributed Generation in Utility System Planning
    (PDF 387 KB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 133 pp.; August, 2006.
  • Emissions Allowance Market Opportunities for Small Combined Heat and Power Projects in New York State
    (PDF 860 KB)
    The New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) prepared and publishes online this report; NYSERDA-06-04; 58 pp.; June, 2006.
  • Guidebook for Small Combined Heat and Power Systems Seeking to Obtain Emissions Reduction Credits in New York State
    (PDF 250 KB)
    The New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) prepared and publishes online this report; NYSERDA-06-03; 46 pp.; June, 2006.
  • Photovoltaic Success Story: Town of Greenburgh
    (PDF 350 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 2 pp.; May, 2006.
  • Energy Overhaul in Ithaca
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    Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® publishes this case study; 1 pp.; April, 2006.
  • Small Commercial Lighting Program Case Study: Modell's Sporting Goods Bay Plaza New Construction: Doing it Right the First Time
    (PDF 275 KB)
    The Northeast Energy Efficiency Project (NEEDP) publishes this The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) case study in a NEEP newsletter; 2 pp.; March, 2006.
  • Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection: Process Optimization Saves Energy at Metropolitan Syracuse Wastewater Treatment Plant
    (PDF 234 KB)
    The DOE Industrial Technologies Program publishes this case study as part of its Performance Spotlight series — proven tools and practices to increase industrial system energy efficiency; DOE/GO-102005-2136; 2 pp.; December, 2005.
  • Summary of Operations: Fleet Demonstration of Shorepower Truck Electrified Parking on the I-87 Northway
    (PDF 3.50 MB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 83 pp.; December, 2005.
  • Keeping the High-Tech Industry Plugged-In With On-Site Energy: CHP System Provides Reliable Energy for a Verizon Telecommunications Switching Center
    (PDF 384 KB)
    The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Distributed Energy Program publishes this case study as part of its Project Profile series; 3 pp.; December, 2005.
  • Photovoltaic Success Story: Village and Town of New Paltz
    (PDF 472 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 2 pp.; November, 2005.
  • Birds Eye Foods Completes Renovation of Its Genesee County Facility
    (PDF 117 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; November, 2005.
  • New York State Hydrogen Energy Roadmap
    (PDF 1.43 MB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this report in conjunction with the New York Power Authority and the Long Island Power Authority that was prepared by Energetics, Inc., Albany Nanotech, and the National Hydrogen Association; NYSERDA Report 05-10; 99 pp.; October, 2005.
  • BJ's Wholesale Club
    (PDF 279 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Saratoga Springs; 2 pp.; October, 2005.
  • Anheuser-Busch
    (PDF 131 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its Industrial Process & Productivity Improvement Program; 1 pp.; October, 2005.
  • Village of Cooperstown
    (PDF 97 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its Municipal Water and Wastewater Technology Program; 1 pp.; October, 2005.
  • Albany County Hockey Facility
    (PDF 290 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Albany County; 2 pp.; August, 2005.
  • Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
    (PDF 73 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; August, 2005.
  • Implementation of High-Efficiency Measures: Erie County Family Court House
    (PDF 81 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; August, 2005.
  • Wind Energy Myths
    (PDF 248 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this brochure that was originally published by DOE's Wind Powering America; 2 pp.; July, 2005.
  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital Partners with NYSERDA
    (PDF 126 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study as part of its "Energy Efficiency Services" series; 2 pp.; July, 2005.
  • Toward a Brighter Energy Future: A Three-Year Strategic Outlook 2005-2008
    (PDF 613 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this three-year strategic outlook; 140 pp.; July, 2005.
  • Frito-Lay's Jim Rich Service Center Earns United States Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and
    (PDF 128 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; June, 2005.
  • YMCA of Greater Buffalo
    (PDF 193 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; June, 2005.
  • Electric-Powered Trailer Refrigeration Unit Market Study and Technology Assessments
    (PDF 4.00 MB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 197 pp.; June, 2005.
  • New York Energy $mart Program Evaluation and Status Report
    (PDF 582 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this report summarizing the Energy $mart Program's accomplishments; 36 pp.; May, 2005.
  • A.A. Kingston Middle School
    (PDF 381 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system on a school in Pottsdam; 2 pp.; May, 2005.
  • The Power of Wind — Using Wind to Power Your Home, Farm, Building, or Business
    (PDF 970 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this brochure about the opportunities for small wind systems in the state; 6 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Wind Energy — A Guide for Site Development
    (PDF 2.02 MB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this brochure about the process for developing large wind turbines for commercial applications; 11 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Farm & Granary
    (PDF 408 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Warwarsing; 2 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Bethlehem Central Middle School
    (PDF 292 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system on a school in Delmar; 2 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Canton Central School
    (PDF 161 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system on a school in Canton; 2 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Darrow School
    (PDF 658 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system on a school in New Lebanon; 2 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Jamesville-Dewitt Middle School
    (PDF 351 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system on a school in Dewitt; 2 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Shaker High School
    (PDF 711 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system on a school in Latham; 2 pp.; April, 2005.
  • The Effects of Integrating Wind Power on Transmission System, Planning, Reliability, and Operations
    (PDF 2.03 MB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this report prepared by GE Energy Consulting; 171 pp.; March, 2005.
  • Kings Pharmacy
    (PDF 92 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority publishes this fact sheet as part of its Unitary HVAC Program; 1 pp.; March, 2005.
  • The New York Marriott Marquis
    (PDF 96 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its technical assistance series; 1 pp.; March, 2005.
  • NAPA Distribution Center
    (PDF 83 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its Unitary HVAC Program; 1 pp.; March, 2005.
  • North Syracuse Central School District
    (PDF 98 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its high-performance school design series; 1 pp.; March, 2005.
  • West Seneca Central School District
    (PDF 68 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its high-performance school design series; 1 pp.; March, 2005.
  • Geoexchange in Schools
    (PDF 70 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority publishes this fact sheet about a geothermal heat pump at the Indian River Middle School in Lewis County; 1 pp.; March, 2005.
  • Buffalo Zoo
    (PDF 108 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; March, 2005.
  • IBEW Local 236
    (PDF 639 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Latham; 2 pp.; February, 2005.
  • Small Wind Electric Systems: A New York Consumer's Guide
    (PDF 1.46 MB)
    The DOE Wind Powering America program publishes this guide for consumers; DOE/GO-102995-2058; 27 pp.; February, 2005.
  • Power Naturally
    New York Energy $martSM program supports extensive wind resource prospecting efforts to identify promising new sites for wind development. These sites have the potential to satisfy increasing consumer demand for green energy and various green energy purchase mandates in neighboring states; January, 2005.
  • Adirondack Museum
    (PDF 436 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Blue Mountain Lake; 2 pp.; January, 2005.
  • Guide to Solar Powered Water Pumping Systems in New York State
    (PDF 1.50 MB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this guide for farmers; 29 pp.; January, 2005.
  • Alfred University, Alfred State College Farm
    (PDF 230 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a small wind system at Alfred University; 2 pp.; January, 2005.
  • Apple Pond Farming Center
    (PDF 736 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a small wind system in Sullivan County; 2 pp.; January, 2005.
  • Olde Chataqua Farm
    (PDF 232 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a small wind system in Portland; 2 pp.; January, 2005.
  • Wiemann Farm
    (PDF 152 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a small wind system in Locke; 2 pp.; January, 2005.
  • Summary of Operations: Truck Stop Electrification Facilities on the New York State Thruway
    (PDF 4.00 MB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 95 pp.; January, 2005.
  • Installation and Economics of a Shorepower Facility for Long-Haul Trucks
    (PDF 789 KB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 12 pp.; January, 2005.
  • The Blue Mountain Center
    (PDF 373 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Eagle Lake; 2 pp.; November, 2004.
  • Darmstadt Overhead Doors
    (PDF 340 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Kingston; 2 pp.; November, 2004.
  • Farm Audits — Gibson, Kreher Poultry, and Windstott
    (PDF 76 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority publishes this fact sheet as part of its technical assistance series; 1 pp.; November, 2004.
  • High-Efficiency Measures for Buffalo Realty Office Building
    (PDF 92 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; November, 2004.
  • Process Cooling
    (PDF 64 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its manufacturing facility series; 1 pp.; October, 2004.
  • Moog, Inc.
    (PDF 56 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its manufacturing series; 1 pp.; October, 2004.
  • Wastewater Treatment Plant — Anaerobic Digester and Cogeneration Facility
    (PDF 294 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its energy efficiency series; 1 pp.; October, 2004.
  • Central New York Pharmaceutical Company Renovates with Energy-Efficiency Improvements
    (PDF 82 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; October, 2004.
  • Palace Performing Arts Center
    (PDF 160 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this case study; 1 pp.; October, 2004.
  • The Phantom Laboratory
    (PDF 946 KB)
    New York Energy $mart publishes this fact sheet about a solar power system in Greenwich; 2 pp.; September, 2004.
  • Saint Peter's Hospital
    (PDF 77 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its technical assistance series; 1 pp.; September, 2004.
  • Jewish Home and Hospital
    (PDF 175 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its Commercial and Industrial Performance Program; 1 pp.; September, 2004.
  • Waste Wood Boiler Installation
    (PDF 104 KB)
    New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its manufacturing facility series; 1 pp.; August, 2004.
  • Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Resource Development Potential in New York State Summary Report
    (PDF 955 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this subcontractor report on the potential for energy efficiency and renewable energy; 43 pp.; May, 2004.
  • New York Energy $mart Program Evaluation and Status Report
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this final report to the New York Systems Benefit Charge Advisory Group; May, 2004.
  • Making New York City's New Children's Center a Healthier Place to Be
    (PDF 140 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet about improving the energy efficiency of the Children's Center in New York City; 1 pp.; May, 2004.
  • Resources for Energy Efficiency Rehabilitation of Multifamily Publicly Assisted Housing
    (PDF 133 KB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 38 pp.; April, 2004.
  • New York 2004 State Energy Plan — Annual Update Memorandum
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) published this memorandum that provides an update to the Board on the actions and initiatives taken and under way to implement the strategies and recommendations contained in the Energy Plan. It also summarizes the data and information filed with the Board by major energy suppliers in 2003, under regulations promulgated by the Energy Planning Board (Title 9 NYCRR Parts 7840-7863; February, 2004.
  • Bringing Green Design Principles to New York City's Whitehall Ferry Terminal
    (PDF 62 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet about improving the energy efficiency of New York City's Whitehall Ferry Terminal; 1 pp.; October, 2003.
  • New York High Performance Buildings Program
    (PDF 2.05 MB)
    The New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this brochure about its high performance buildings program; read the report 12 pp; September, 2003.
  • The Benefits of Daylight through Windows
    (PDF 777 KB)
    The Lighting Research Center in Troy, New York publishes this report about the use of daylight as a primary light source in buildings; sponsored by DOE, electric power utilities, and several states; 88 pp.; September, 2003.
  • Dairy Farm Energy Audit Summary
    (PDF 241 KB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 30 pp.; July, 2003.
  • Executive Order No. 111 −
    (PDF 1.70 MB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 59 pp.; July, 2003.
  • Statewide Feasibility Study for a Potential New York State Biodiesel Industry
    (PDF 2.80 MB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 139 pp.; June, 2003.
  • New York, Oregon Programs Work to Reduce Demand for Electricity
    The National Energy Affordability and Accessibility Project (NEAAP) published this short report on two state programs designed to augment weatherization and help the working poor with energy efficiency. It's part of NEAAP's quarterly Online Journal; 2 pp.; April, 2003.
  • MTA New York City Transit
    (PDF 451 KB)
    DOE's FreedomCAR & Vehicle Technologies Program publishes this fact sheet as part of its series of case studies looking at the use of diesel alternative fuel buses. Here the program describes bus performance in New York City; 2 pp.; March, 2003.
  • Keep the Power Flowing with Three Electric Load-Management Programs
    (PDF 171 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) published this short brochure targeting large industrial power consumers in New York about its power reduction programs and payments for power reduction in 2003; 4 pp.; March, 2003.
  • Aggregating Distributed Generation for Demand Response
    (PDF 169 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and Electrotek Concepts, Inc., summarize their work to aggregate distributed power; 2 pp.; January, 2003.
  • Key Bank, Albany New York: Reducing Glare While Increasing Light Levels with Energy-Efficient Lighting
    (PDF 280 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its series of case studies under NYSERDA's Small Commercial Lighting Program; 2 pp.; December, 2002.
  • Pega Insurance
    (PDF 163 KB)
    DesignLights Consortium, which is a project sponsored by the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships in Lexington, Massachusetts, publishes this case study; 4 pp.; December, 2002.
  • Gideon Putnam Hotel: Comfortable Energy-Efficient Lighting Provides Round-the-Clock Flexibility
    (PDF 292 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its series of case studies under NYSERDA's Small Commercial Lighting Program; 2 pp.; October, 2002.
  • Reducing Energy Use and Environmental Impact of Syracuse's Rosamond Gifford Park Zoo
    (PDF 25 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet about greening the zoo in Syracuse; 1 pp.; October, 2002.
  • Case Studies on the Effectiveness of Financial Incentives for Renewable Energy
    (PDF 2.62 MB)
    DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) publishes this report written by S. Gouchoue, V. Everette, and R. Haynes of North Carolina State University; NREL/SR-620-32819; 128 pp.; September, 2002.
  • A Multi-Faceted Approach to Supporting PV in New York
    (PDF 200 KB)
    DOE's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the Clean Energy Group publish this report as part of its Case Studies of State Support for Renewable Energy; 7 pp.; September, 2002.
  • Residential Energy Codes in the Great Lakes Region
    (PDF 160 KB)
    The Michigan Energy Office publishes this review of building energy codes in surrounding states as a prelude to revising Michigan's codes, a process that is scheduled to begin in 2003; 7 pp.; September, 2002.
  • Highlighting High Performance: Twenty River Terrace: Battery Park City, New York
    (PDF 1.41 MB)
    DOE's Building Technology Program recently published this short brochure; 3 pp.; August, 2002.
  • Bare Bones Furniture: Making Customers Feel at Home with Energy-Efficient Lighting
    (PDF 344 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its series of case studies under NYSERDA's Small Commercial Lighting Program; 2 pp.; August, 2002.
  • Hybrid-Electric Transit Buses: NYCT (New York City Transit) Diesel Hybrid-Electric Buses: Final Results
    (PDF 1.18 MB)
    DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) published this report about the experience of the New York City Transit Authority with hybrid-electric diesel buses. The objective of this study was to provide transportation professionals with cost, maintenance, operational, and emission data for diesel hybrid-electric transit buses; 52 pp.; July, 2002.
  • 4 Times Square in New York, NY
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    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet about how green principles were used to build New York City's 4 Times Square building; 3 pp.; July, 2002.
  • Pega Insurance: Creating an Upscale Office Space with Effective, Energy-Efficient Lighting
    (PDF 148 KB)
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) publishes this fact sheet as part of its series of case studies under NYSERDA's Small Commercial Lighting Program; 2 pp.; June, 2002.
  • New York Energy Conservation Construction Code
    (PDF 134 KB)
    The U.S. Department of Energy publishes this case study; 4 pp.; June, 2002.
  • Homeowner's Guide to Ventilation
    (PDF 4.90 MB)
    This booklet for consumers is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 12 pp.; May, 2002.
  • New York City Transit Diesel Hybrid-Electric Buses
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    New York City Transit's deployment of hybrid electric buses in its fleet. Published by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL); 12 pp.; December, 2001.
  • NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Headquarters
    (PDF 180 KB)
    NYSERDA publishes this fact sheet about how green principles were used to build Albany's NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Headquarters; 1 p.; October, 2001.
  • Commercialization of Corn to Ethanol in New York State
    (PDF 789 KB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 183 pp.; May, 2000.
  • Evaluation of Increased Ventilation Rates and Energy Conservation Measures at New York State Schools
    (PDF 31 KB)
    This report is published by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); 10 pp.; July, 1998.