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QCS Now in Westchester for Con Edison’s Power of Green Initiative

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400

QCS' Lighting Express Program expands its territory to include specific areas of Westchester, NY. Eligible residential Con Edison customers can receive energy efficient lighting upgrades at no cost.

Going Green by Growing Green

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400

In the current economy, few building managers or owners would turn down the opportunity to save money on costs and most would like to act in an environmentally-conscious fashion, as best they can. The ideal situation would be one where building managers or owners could fix problems while doing something positive for the environment in a manner that isn't terribly expensive or labor-intensive. Saving money and helping the environment is not only possible, it's practical and profitable, with the right team on your side.

Benefits of a Widespread Weatherization Program

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Winter is fast approaching and, quite possibly, will be particularly cold this season. Air infiltration will be a significant issue and owners would do well to consider the benefits of a comprehensive winterization program that addresses the obvious problem areas windows and doors, as well as the less noticeable ones, baseboards, moldings, sill plates, etc. By engaging a widespread winterization building program, owners will realize significant financial benefits from lower heating costs and reduced maintenance calls and tenant complaints as well as personal pride in being part of the solution for global greenhouse gas emissions.

Reduce Water Waste While Keeping Profits Afloat

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

“How do I achieve energy reduction without a lot of effort?” This is a leading question today among property owners. The clear-cut answer is water waste. Water and sewer costs are among the highest utility expenses for building owners In New York City, water and sewer costs rose by an astronomical 25% this year, the biggest increase on record. Rising rates and surcharges are an expensive burden borne by the majority of New York City building owners who pay for hot and cold water and sewer expenses. Therefore, saving money on these expenditures can make a huge difference to any property owner’s profit margin.

Smart Ways to Manage Energy Costs in Today's Real Estate Market

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Landlords, property owners and building managers are faced with spiraling costs in many operational areas including energy. Utility rates are rising and in today's economic environment, raising rents is not an easy answer anymore. There is also the issue of stricter carbon emission standards coming itno play. However, lowering your building's energy use can be done in several ways that deliver immediate and recurring savings by implementing passive steps to weatherize your building and keep energy costs from going through the roof.

Take the FIRST STEP to Reducing Your Building’s Energy Use

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400

As a division of Quality Conservation Services, the GreenSmart Energy Reduction Program® is the first important step in putting your building on an energy diet and realizing cost savings. This program will reduce your building’s energy use with low-cost, high-impact weatherization measures. Our passive measures reduce your energy usage fast and improve your bottom line cost-effectively.

Smart Path to Energy Reduction for Property Managers

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Rather than a large-scale, expensive approach to energy management, by replacing antiquated boiler systems or installing triple-glazed windows or solar panels; these require significant investments and longer payback periods. The GreenSmart approach to energy reduction focuses on installing or repairing passive, more cost-effective energy reduction and weatherization measures in residents’ units that result in immediate energy savings with less investment and a shorter payback period.

Get Green Smart and Rein in Rising Energy Costs

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400

With energy usage and fuel costs skyrocketing and energy replacement and maintenance costs escalating, property owners and managers desired for answers to their most universal concerns. They wanted to see an approach that immediately lowered energy costs without large-scale construction and minimal impact to building operations. Thus, the GreenSmartEnergy Reduction Program^® was born.

Response to Property Owners’ Request for a Solution to Address Rising Energy Costs

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Quality Conservation Services, Inc. (QCS), a leading provider of energy services and solutions, today announced they have developed an energy reduction program based on feedback from property owners for property owners.

Save On Your Utility Bill With An Energy Audit

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

ANTIOCH, CA (KGO) -- You can put some hard-earned cash back into your pocketbook and help the environment at the same time. 7 On Your Side looks at how cut down on your PG&E bill.

Switching Out The Lights

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Modern technology helps library preserve its historic qualities.
The New York Public Library, a landmark historical building that fills two blocks along Fifth Avenue, uses a variety of systems for functional and ambiance lighting. Searching for ways to reduce energy costs, facility managers determined that changing the light bulbs could make a big difference, but the changes needed to be carefully considered to retain existing light patterns, distribution, quality and the "overall appearance" of the facility that attracts 15 million visitors annually.

Brighter Idea

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Library guy in nice switch.
How many guys did it take to change the approximately 6,000 light bulbs at the New York Public Library? Only One.

TCP, Inc. Switch Throw

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Library guy in nice switch.
The New York Public Library has installed more than 5,000 new energy saving compact fluorescent light throughout the facility which annually reduces more than 1.5 million pounds of carbon dioxide and removes 1.4 million kilowatt hours from the New York power grid.

Con Edison Offers More Customers Energy Savings

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

NEW YORK – Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. has hired four vendors to help expand the company’s targeted demand side management program. The program is designed to help customers in certain neighborhoods reduce electricity use during peak usage periods by achieving permanent energy savings.

On The Right Track

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Those traveling by water can revel in the lighting at the West Midtown Ferry Terminal. A few blocks south and east, those traveling by rail can bask in the new lighting at Penn Station. Completed in 1910, the station stretched five levels below the street of Manhattan, encompasses approximately one million square feet and serves more than four million travelers a year.