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This program provides an energy audit of housing units to identify specific measures that will increase energy efficiency. Recommended energy conservation and health and safety measures are provided free of charge to income eligible customers.
Weatherization Services Providers by County
Empower NY assists low and limited income residents with cost-effective electrical reduction measures, such as lighting and refrigerator replacements. This program also teaches eligible residents other cost-effective home energy savings strategies.
This program is available for Rensselaer county residents who are 60 years of age or older that are in need of minor repairs to their homes. To be eligible for this program you must meet income qualifications, live in a single family dwelling and your home must be owner occupied.
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is participating in the ENERGY STAR ® Change a Light, Change the World Campaign. The goal of the campaign is to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by encouraging consumers to switch to ENERGY STAR qualified lighting products such as compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). These transactions are tracked by a pledge, completed by the consumer, stating that the change has been made.
NYSERDA has set a goal of obtaining 10,000 pledges. We are looking for individuals, businesses, community groups, schools and other organizations to become a "pledge driver" to help us in reaching our goal. You and your organization can help New York reach its goal by becoming a pledge driver.
If you have questions on becoming a pledge driver, dial 1-877-NY-SMART or send an e-mail to residential@nyserda.org. Click here to become a pledge driver.
If you or a family member is in need of assistance, please call us at 518.272.6012, Ext. 229 or email ceo_centralizedintake@ceo-cap.org
Thankful for her warmer and safer home, Kim Knuetter (pictured with her family) wrote a thank you letter to the CEO Housing Division Staff:
“I wanted to take this opportunity to thank your office and staff for the help I received in making my home more energy and fuel efficient. The last two years have been very difficult since my accident and divorce and the fuel costs during the colder months were a painful financial burden as my accident was disabling and I am unable to work at this time….I have already noticed a difference in my home as far as retaining heat when the heating unit is operating and a marked lack of cold air coming through the windows and doors.
Again, thank you so very much for the assistance and hard work. I want you to know how truly appreciative I am for being accepted into these programs."
Very truly yours,
Kimberly A. Knuetter
2331 Fifth Avenue Troy, New York 12180 Phone: 518-272-6012 Fax: 518-272-0658
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