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Climate Change and Environment Consulting Case Studies

CCES Performs NYC Local Law 87 (LL87) Compliance for 2 Beverage Warehouses

Climate Change & Environmental Services (CCES) was the lead engineer for Manhattan Beer Distributors’ efforts to comply with New York City Local Law 87 (LL 87). Manhattan Beer Distributors operates two warehouse/office complexes in Bronx, NY.

CCES performed the energy audit and the retro commissioning study for each 160,000+ sf facility to comply with NYC’s LL 87. An experienced CCES energy expert reviewed historic energy usage data, visited the facilities, and collected and analyzed technical data concerning its lighting, rooftop HVAC units, windows, and equipment operations. The data was used to develop an end-use estimate of electricity and natural gas usage by different equipment and operations. CCES developed a number of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) to reduce energy use and peak electricity demand, all with estimated costs, energy savings, and simple paybacks. Each strategy would result in a positive return on initial investment; potential financial incentives for the upfront costs through NYSERDA and Con Ed programs were considered in the calculations.

CCES also performed retro-commissioning of existing systems on-site at the two buildings, including inspecting HVAC, lighting, and building envelope. CCES determined a small number of deficiencies which Manhattan Beer Distributors quickly addressed to allow optimal operation of their systems.

Finally, CCES developed the appropriate reports required by LL 87, and submitted them to the NYC Dept of Buildings in a timely manner.

Rapid Payback and Solid ROI

There has literally been a revolution in energy-saving technologies in only the past few years. Not theoretical, but proven strategies that work in the field. A CCES energy audit can identify and cost out smart strategies to reduce energy use and costs quickly at your specific facility, paying back the investment in a short time.

Attract Tenants and Buyers

In addition to saving energy costs, CCES can identify smart strategies to help your building undeniably be more “green” which is of growing importance to more and more tenants and buyers. Whether you wish to meet an established certification standard like LEED or WELL, or more informal, CCES can identify and implement features to attract others.

Project Management and Experience

Marc Karell, P.E., CEM, EBCP, Principal of CCES, has worked in the energy and environmental fields for over 25 years, keeping abreast of innovations and incorporating best practices into CCES's project management approach. You can be assured of a high quality job with minimum allotment of your time. Marc is personally committed to the success of every CCES project.

Additional Benefits of Smart Technology

Besides saving significant energy costs and raising your asset's value and attractiveness to tenants, CCES's smart strategies we help you implement will enable you to run your operations more reliably, which your tenants expect. Also, your staff will spend less time “changing light bulbs” and other equipment, freeing them up to do other critical tasks.