NYC Green House is an HPD program designed to help building owners reduce the amount of energy used to operate their buildings safely and efficiently. Whether renovating units, replacing mechanicals or maintaining these residential buildings, NYC Green House provides access to tax credits, rebates and incentives that promote energy efficiency as well as some easy tips for everyday upkeep that can lower your energy bills.
Repair broken windows and loose doors to limit heat loss. Make sure your residents’ thermostats and/or radiator valves are working properly.
http://www.energysavers.gov/your_home/windows_doors_skylights/index.cfm/mytopic=13310
Service your boiler regularly to keep it running at peak efficiency. Your fuel or gas company can set up an inspection and maintenance plan with you.
http://www.energysavers.gov/your_home/space_heating_cooling/index.cfm/mytopic=12530
Heating 
Use passive heat conductors to improve heating. Install inexpensive reflectors behind radiators to maximize efficiency.
Heating 
Open shut-off valves and make sure radiator air valves are working properly in order to make sure your residents’ radiators and vents are operating efficiently.
Heating 
Inspect and remove any blocks or obstructions to ensure that your residents’ radiators and vents are working properly.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/winter-energy-saving-tips.pdf
Heating 
Be sure to choose correctly sized equipment for your building. An oversized boiler will waste money, and an undersized one will suffer under the strain of overuse. Make sure your boiler(s) are rated for the number of building occupants you have.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/downloads/pdf/winter-energy-saving-tips.pdf
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