Bayside Co-Op
Project Overview
opportunities for energy efficiencies and utility savings.
We worked with the Board to implement the building’s improvements and
continued tracking building performance and monitoring usage via our
EnergyScoreCards platform.
Results
Bright Power helped Bayside Co-op materially reduce energy use, carbon emissions, and operating costs through targeted building-system upgrades and ongoing performance tracking.
-
“A” Energy Efficiency Grade
The building’s energy efficiency rating improved from a “C” to an “A” with a score of 91
-
$114,221 Owner Savings
Lower operating costs for the building owner
-
30% Energy Savings
A 30% drop in total energy use, measured in mmBTU
-
30% Carbon Reduction
A 30% cut in the building’s carbon emissions
Project Scope
Bright Power’s Expertise
- Steam Balancing
- Ventilation System Overhaul
- Domestic Hot Water (DHW) Recirculation Balancing
- Installed Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) on Domestic Water Pump
Board Responsibilities
- Install Exhaust Fan Timers
- Insulate Feedwater Tank
- Upgrade remainder of common area lighting to LED
How We Help
Steam
Balancing
Steam balancing refers to a series of upgrades to a one-pipe steam system that collectively improve the delivery, efficiency, and consistency of heat delivered to residents.
We performed a comprehensive survey of all radiators and ensured air vents were sized properly. We inspected all system components and specifically checked for uninsulated and exposed heating pipes that needed repair.
Ventilation Overhaul
Ventilation Overhaul is the process of inspecting, cleaning, and repairing central ventilation shafts and equipment to ensure that air quality and building ventilation requirements are met in the most efficient and consistent manner possible.
Critical ventilation upgrades include:
- Inspect ventilation shafts with a camera drop
- Clear debris and obstructions found in shafts.
- Repair leaks by Aerosealing shafts and ducts
- Install properly sized constant air/volume regulators to balance ventilation vertically
- Install energy efficient direct drive beltless fans and motors
- Install timers on non-essential ventilation equipment
Water System Upgrades
Completed both a Domestic Hot Water (DHW) Recirculation Balancing, as well as Installing a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) on the Domestic Water Pump.
Start Your Energy Efficiency Journey Today, With Bright Power.