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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.

Entries in passive energy (2)

Tuesday
Nov092010

Using natural daylight can reduce your dependence on electric lighting

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If the skylights in your stairwell have fallen into disrepair, consider replacing them or repairing them.  This will provide natural daylight so you can reduce your dependence on electric lighting.
Tuesday
Nov092010

Bring fresh air into your building when the outside temperature is between 55-75ºF

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Bring fresh air into your building: instruct your maintenance staff to leave windows in common areas (like lobbies and stairwells) open when the outside temperature is between 55-75ºF.

http://www.energysavers.gov/your_home/insulation_airsealing/index.cfm/mytopic=11830

http://www.wbdg.org/resources/naturalventilation.php