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The long-shuttered Brighton Beach Library is finally re-opening on Feb. 13 after it closed for renovations more than a year ago.

Officials expected to be lending out books again by last fall, but work took longer than expected and bookworms had to choose from a limited selection of paperbacks from a bookmobile outside the locked library just two days a week so the news couldnt be more exciting, said one local writer.

Yay, good news, good news. I cannot believe it. I will be there, said Joseph Ben-Po, best known for his 1990 play predicting that Donald Trump would become president. I am writing two plays.

The Brooklyn Public Library closed its Brighton First Road stack house last winter so contractors could upgrade its heating and cooling system, bring in new furniture and computers, and install energy-efficient lighting a roughly $1.5-million renovation according to a system spokeswoman.

But installing the climate-control system took longer than anticipated, prolonging the opening date from early December to mid-February, she said.

And one lifelong Brighton Beacher who grew up going to that library said she cant wait for its grand opening so she can bring her family again.

Absolutely all the time as a kid, as an adult, bring my niece and my nephew, said Vivien Diaz.

The Brighton Beach Library isnt the only one to experience long-overdue openings the Park Slope branch was delayed because of construction setbacks, and a termite infestation is slowed the Fort Hamilton branchs re-opening in the mid-aughts.

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Garretts Heating & Cooling in Collinsville, Illinois is a family owned and operating business that has been serving customers for over 25 years. We are a full-service air conditioning and heating contractor company and an authorized dealer of American Standard units. We work on all makes and models including top brands like Comfort Maker, Honeywell, Tempstar, York, G. E. Bryant, Coleman, Lennox, and Trane. For new construction projects, we can install a custom central air system that meets high-efficiency standards. If your existing system is not functioning properly, we will diagnose the issue and fix it if at all possible. To keep your heater and air conditioner in top shape, we offer preventative maintenance. Whether your furnace is gas or electric, we have the ability to work on it.

Service appointments are often available same day or one day. Our service trucks are fully stocked with all the tools and parts needed to complete most jobs. There is a 30-day warranty on all service work, 1-year warranty on most parts and 1-year labor warranty on installations of new air conditioners and heaters. We are open 7 AM to 7 PM daily and also offer 24-hour emergency service. There is no extra charge for evening or weekend calls.

To ensure the best service, we maintain our Master Mechanical license from the ICC and EPA certification. We are also licensed by the state and insured. Owner Herbert Garrett really loves this job and really tries to make sure all customers are happy by doing the best job he can.

We offer senior discounts and accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Call today for a free estimate on installation of a new air conditioner or heater.

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New York residents may soon be eligible for some extra cash through a new clean energy proposal from Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Focusing on renewable heating and cooling technologies, the proposed two-year, $15 million program would provide rebates for the installation of ground source heat pumps.

Besides the rebate, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, has released a draft policy framework for expanding the renewable heating and cooling industry. The proposal hopes to help New York reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2030, according to a release.

Because some of the new technology is not cost-competitive with more conventional energy sources like natural gas, propane and oil, the state would provide rebates of about $6,000 for a typical residential consumer to install the more energy-efficient alternative.

"New York has made great strides to combat climate change by supporting the use of new technologies and growing our clean energy economy," Cuomo said in a release. "We will continue to make green investments that will encourage the use of clean, affordable energy to reduce our carbon footprint and support sustainable communities throughout our state."

Besides the rebate, NYSERDA's new policy framework proposal includes ideas to lower costs and reduce barriers in the clean energy market. Some of those ideas include more community outreach, developing a streamlined permitting process and integrating renewable heating and cooling in new housing developments and campuses.

The policy framework is open now for public review and comment. NYSERDA will accept written comments through the close of business on March 10. Those interested in submitting comments should email renewableheatingandcooling@nyserda.ny.gov.

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Officials are seeing an increase of use at Edgewater Pavilion KIMT 3 At that time none of that money came from tax dollars, but within the last few years taxpayers have put their money towards a heating and cooling system and some installation which came to around $20,000. Adams says he thinks folks in town are using ...

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ECMs (Electronically Commutated Motors) manufactured today are the best theyve ever been, and can provide unprecedented airflow delivery to match the required BTUH of a heating and/or cooling system.

There are, however, some serious downsides associated with improper application of these motors in new and existing HVAC systems. Lets take a candid look at the good, bad, and ugly of good and bad application of these great gems of technology:

The Good When a furnace or air handler with an ECM is installed on a good duct, coil, and filtration system with static pressures within proper design parameters, it can perform flawlessly. These systems can deliver precise airflow to match two-speed condenser designs and multi-stage gas furnace firing rates to deliver quiet, draft-free comfort in virtually any configuration.

Additional benefits of these brushless DC motors include low electrical consumption when operating within design TESP (Total External Static Pressure). When installed properly, systems with ECMs can improve dehumidification, reduce register noise, save energy, and provide trouble-free operation.

The Bad In marginal systems with higher-than-design static pressures -- for example a .5in. TESP rated furnace with ECM on a .8in. TESP system -- the motor still may be able to maintain airflow close to design. The tradeoff is higher velocities often cause a noisy system and some coil blow-off. The extra torque often required to overcome the higher statics results in higher electrical consumption. This reduces actual equipment EER, which means your customer wont get the savings of the higher efficiency matchup.

The Ugly Systems with TESPs of 1.0 and higher, which are more typical than many non-performance-based contractors are willing to admit, can eat up to eight times the power they should be using. When this happens, some ECMs will ramp down and drop airflow significantly. Some older ECM motors will overheat and even fail when constantly running in over-amped conditions. Newer models are designed to drop airflow but time will tell on how well they will hold up.

Other consequences of high static installations include noise at the registers from higher air velocities. In extreme cases, filter media can be sucked out of its rack causing filter bypass. In very extreme cases filter media can be pulled into the fan, chopped up and blown through the system causing all sorts of damage.

High velocities and pressures created by ECMs on systems with dirty evaporator coils can also blow moisture off the coil surfaces into the supply ductwork. This can reduce the systems dehumidification capability and cause numerous moisture-related indoor air quality issues.

The Answer These issues can be avoided with good pressure and airflow testing, both before and after equipment is replaced, and on every system you service. When you measure, you know. When you dont measure, youre just guessing that it will turn out OK.

So, what do you measure? The first thing you should do is install test ports on either side of the blower.

Once youve installed the test ports, use a digital or analog manometer with a static pressure tip to measure pressure at each location. TESP is calculated by adding the pressures before and after the fan. Other pressure readings will help you diagnose the cause of high statics but thats for another article.

Once you know your TESP and your fan speed setting look up delivered fan airflow on the manufacturers fan table. If youre replacing or servicing equipment with an ECM, and the TESP exceeds rated capacity, be sure to look up motor amp draw in the manufacturers specifications.

Armed with this information you should do two things: First, alert your customer that their system has a high blood pressure problem that needs to be addressed. Second, diagnose the cause of the high statics and recommend solutions to bring them down to acceptable levels.

Of course, there is more to this in terms of troubleshooting and solving these issues. The bottom line is that while the ECM is a great motor, as the servicing or installing contractor its your responsibility to make sure its application does not cause unintended consequences detrimental to the health and well-being of your customers homes and HVAC systems.

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Having served customers and Cumberland and surrounding counties since 1994, Action Heating and Cooling, Inc. Is recognized for the excellent service they provide in residential, commercial and industrial meeting, Cooling and validation system.

They also offer refrigeration products and services, and factory-trained service on all makes and models of HVAC equipment. Additionally, they design install HVAC systems.

Why the name Action Heating and Cooling? Its very simple. When I was thinking of a name for my company, I wanted it to sound proactive, says owner Jerry Wood. When a customer needs a product or service, they want action. So, our name is all about our attitude of prompt customer service at all times.

Action Heating and Cooling continually researches new products and chooses the ones that offer their clients real value. We not only offer the best possible products and services, but we take pride in having the best possible employees.

Our strength, and the main reason for our success, is our people, and we have a strong leadership and management team, with almost a century of combined experience in the HVAC industry.

It takes hard work and dedication to get any customers trust, and we understand that once we gain that trust, it requires more work and dedication to keep it. Fast efficient customer service is the key to success in any business.

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Ground source heat pumps have been around for a while. And while they are highly efficient, since they use the grounds constant temperature as a source for winter heating and summer cooling, the cost of installing them has proven prohibitive since a residential unit can run between $20,000 and $30,000.

With that in mind the Cuomo Admninistration wants to put up a $15 million plan that could yield up to $6,000 in rebates for people wishing to install such systems. The geothermal industry was earlier seeking tax breaks worth about $5,000. They note that in addition to the energy efficiency, installation of such systems creates jobs.

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a $15 million proposal to accelerate the use of renewable heating and cooling technologies in New York to stimulate the clean energy economy. The new policy framework released by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority includes a proposed two-year, $15-million program to provide rebates for the installation of ground-source heat pumps. This plan will support the states goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in New York 40 percent by 2030 from 1990 levels.

New York has made great strides to combat climate change by supporting the use of new technologies and growing our clean energy economy, Governor Cuomo said. We will continue to make green investments that will encourage the use of clean, affordable energy to reduce our carbon footprint and support sustainable communities throughout the state.

Currently, fossil-fuel based thermal energy primarily natural gas, propane and oil is the main energy source for space heating, space cooling and domestic hot water in the residential and commercial sectors. It is responsible for approximately 32 percent of New Yorks energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing emissions is integral to the Governors Reforming the Energy Vision strategy for a cleaner, more resilient and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers.

Renewable heating and cooling technologies not only provide environmental benefits, they can provide energy bill savings, increased comfort levels and health benefits compared to conventional heating and cooling technologies.

The NYSERDA framework, the Renewable Heating and Cooling Policy Framework: Options to Advance Industry Growth and Markets in New York, sets out policy options and market-based solutions for the next few years, and identifies approaches for longer term action. Interested parties are invited to comment on the framework. More information on the framework policy is available here.

The proposed $15 million rebate program would provide about $6,000 for a typical residential consumer for the installation of a ground-source heat pump. This technology has tremendous potential to provide New Yorkers with a heating and cooling system that is energy efficient and reliable. However, it is not yet cost-competitive with conventional technologies so providing rebates will help stimulate market growth.

In addition to the rebate, the framework identifies a range of options for the next few years to lower costs, reduce barriers and grow the market, including:

Community-based outreach, education and bulk procurements. Integrating renewable heating and cooling in new housing developments and campuses, which can be more economically efficient and lower cost due to the scale of the projects. Developing a unified and streamlined permitting process. Reducing project development risks by providing support for feasibility and engineering studies. Introducing renewable heating and cooling technology into existing trade and distribution channels. Advancing new business models and financing innovations that can mitigate high upfront costs by spreading them over time.

The framework also explores methods to implement renewable heating and cooling mandates for public buildings, new construction, and renovation.

The expanded use of renewable heating and cooling technologies is critical to helping New York reduce greenhouse gas emissions, said Richard Kauffman, Chairman, Energy and Finance, New York State. The policy framework outlines several opportunities that we can explore for the best path forward in our efforts to expand the reach of clean energy throughout our state and curb climate-changing emissions.

NYSERDA, which developed the framework, will work with stakeholders and launch renewable heating and cooling programs in 2017 upon approval by the Department of Public Service, as part of the Clean Energy Fund. Once approved, NYSERDA expects to offer the rebate program in the Spring. NYSERDA, DPS, and the New York Power Authority will be collaborating to advance the framework.

Accelerating clean heating and cooling technologies like ground-source heat pumps is another significant step under Governor Cuomos direction to make New York the cleanest and most energy efficient state in the country, said John B. Rhodes, President and CEO, NYSERDA. The recommendations outlined in the Framework strongly support New Yorks nation-leading clean energy strategy and we look forward to working with the industry to bring these ideas to fruition.

This proposal will help to streamline the implementation of renewable energy technology all across New York State, said Gil C. Quiniones, NYPA president and CEO. By undertaking screenings and feasibility assessments for geothermal heat pump projects, we will accelerate their installation and expedite achieving a clean energy economy for all New Yorkers.

Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, Chair, Assembly Committee on Energy said, NYSERDAs proposal supplies a roadmap for how we can increase the use of clean, geothermal energy in NY, which is currently under-utilized. This will go a long way towards helping to meet the States ambitious renewable energy goals.

John Franceschina, President, NY-GEO said, New York is now charging ahead with a rapidly evolving program to address climate change that combines renewable heating, cooling, power generation and electric vehicles. NY-GEO thanks Governor Cuomo, who has come to the rescue of 1,000 family-supporting geothermal jobs, while paving the way for New York to meet the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2030.

Roger Downs, Conservation Director, Sierra Club Atlantic Chapter said, The Sierra Club applauds Governor Cuomos leadership in energy efficient technologies such as geothermal. Geothermal heating and cooling represents one of New Yorks best and most cost-effective strategies to achieving our net zero energy goals and deserves the same financial encouragement as other desirable energy sources like wind and solar.

Several barriers currently stand in the way of widespread market adoption of renewable heating and cooling technologies. These include higher upfront costs than conventional technologies, cost-effectiveness challenges, inadequate access to low-cost investment capital, limited customer awareness and confidence in the technologies, and a range of supply chain barriers to growth. In addition, heating and cooling equipment is typically only replaced toward the end of its useful life about 15-20 years so the opportunity to switch to renewable energy is limited.

NYSERDA will accept written comments on the policy framework through close of business on March 10, 2017. It will also conduct a webinar on March 2, at 10:00 a.m. Parties interested in submitting comments on the framework or participating in the webinar, should contact NYSERDA at renewableheatingandcooling@nyserda.ny.gov

About Reforming the Energy Vision Reforming the Energy Vision is Governor Andrew M. Cuomos strategy to lead on climate change and grow New Yorks economy. REV is building a cleaner, more resilient and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers by stimulating investment in clean technologies like solar, wind, and energy efficiency and generating 50 percent of the states electricity needs from renewable energy by 2030. Already, REV has driven 730 percent growth in the statewide solar market, enabled over 105,000 low-income households to permanently cut their energy bills with energy efficiency, and created thousands of jobs in manufacturing, engineering, and other clean tech sectors. REV is ensuring New York State reduces statewide greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent by 2030 and achieves the internationally-recognized target of reducing emissions 80 percent by 2050. To learn more about REV, including the Governors $5 billion investment in clean energy technology and innovation, please visit http://www.ny.gov/REV4NY and follow us at @Rev4NY.

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A new report has been launched by HVAC resource site AC Contractor Referral Network. It offers expert guidance on various AC System types available to those looking for home or office heating & cooling system solutions.

Philadelphia, United States February 7, 2017

An HVAC heating and cooling installer information site in Philadelphia has launched a new report on the different types of options available to customers looking to add a new device or replacement product in their home. Whether someone is moving home, building their own property or simply wants an eco friendly option installed, there are a number of factors to consider.

Click here to read the full article: Types Of Heating & Cooling Systems For The Home.

The site is a high quality resource for homeowners and businesses in need of professional air conditioning service technicians. The process of finding quality, local contractors that have the necessary knowledge and skills needed for the task at hand can be frustrating. The site was developed to aleviate that frustration by helping people find the quality help they need to get their desired results.

In the new report launched by the company, readers can discover a range of different options available to them when they want to install a new heating and cooling system in their property. Each has different styles and benefits.

The first is the split air conditioner, which comprises of two key parts: the outdoor and indoor unit. The outdoor unit contains the compressor, an expansion valve and the condenser, while the indoor unit has a cooling coil or evaporator coil and the cooling fan. This type of device is best suited to those who have a furnace but no conditioner, and offers an economical solution.

Another option is the packaged air conditioner. Most of the time, an HVAC contractor will recommend a packaged air conditioner if the customer needs to cool more than one room, or if they need to cool a large space in the house or the office.

Alternatively, a central air conditioning system can be used for cooling large buildings, offices, and homes. This has a large compressor that can provide tons of cool circulating air through a supply system.

There are a number of options and things to consider depending on the application. These options and considerations are discussed in detail in the report. Interested parties can find out more at http://www.heatingandcoolingnearme.org.

Contact Info: Name: Elishama Jiles Email: info@heatingandcoolingnearme.org Organization: AC Contractor Referral Network Address: 1261 S Peach Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143, United States Phone: +1-215-309-9405

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ANDERSON With temperatures in the 30s and a brisk wind blowing, crews from Indianapolis Roofing & Sheet Metal started the process last week of replacing the roof on the Madison County Government Center.

Its the first step toward the installation of a new heating and air conditioning system, which is expected to cost an estimated $1 million.

The Madison County commissioners awarded a contract last Tuesday to Indianapolis Roofing & Sheet Metal, which submitted the lowest of eight bids received at a cost of $187,986, which was below the estimated cost of $250,000.

The Madison County Government Center was dedicated in 1973 and has been in use for the past 44 years.

Consultant Terry Burnworth of Pyramid Engineering said the roof was replaced in 1983, but the original roof is still in place.

Right now there is water seepage around the perimeter of the building, he said. There are two layers of concrete on the roof. One is structural and the second is a wearing deck which is sloped to drain water.

Burnworth said some concrete patching work may be required.

He said with the county replacing the heating and air conditioning system this year it was the perfect opportunity to replace the roof.

Standing on the courthouse roof, Todd Durnil, project manager for Pyramid, said the crews are working to remove the roofing material.

You can see different shades where the roof has been patched, he said. They will strip off the existing roof and the insulation on the original roof.

Durnil said 3 inches of rigid insulation will be installed and the new roofing material, with a 15-year warranty, will be placed over the insulation.

This process is less labor intensive, so we should see no problems making the deadline of March, he said. They can work anytime the temperatures are above 20 degrees. They think this is balmy.

Commissioner John Richwine, R-North District, said the roof work had to be started so that when the new boiler and chiller arrive, they can be installed easily.

The roof had to be replaced before the new HVAC system is installed, he said. Its getting to be an old building and we need to take special care of it.

Richwine said the county has been making repairs to the courthouse square over the past few years.

A new sidewalk was installed along the plaza area on Ninth Street, and work is continuing to improvements on the Meridian Street entrance.

Last year, the Madison County Council approved an allocation of $81,000 from food and beverage tax revenues for the beautification of the plaza area of the courthouse.

Richwine said there have been discussions about how to use those funds and work should start this summer.

The proposal is to plant trees along Ninth Street, with decorative art on the building and columns using vibrant colors.

John Lavine, an intern with the Madison County Council of Governments and an architecture student at Ball State University, said at the time the proposal is to give the area a more contemporary feel.

We want to create a destination place, he said. The artwork would celebrate Andersons natural history.

The total cost estimate for the project is $260,000 and the commissioners are looking for other funding sources.

Owens said the renovation of the plaza would make the Government Center more attractive to visitors.

Follow Ken de la Bastide on Twitter @KendelaBastide, or call 640-4863.

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Commercial Energy Savings Possible with Air Purification and Ventilation

Johnson Controls introduces its all-new YORK EcoAdvance module, a game-changing solution that captures and removes molecular contaminants from indoor air while intelligently managing the flow of outside air into a building. This process substantially reduces heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) peak loads by more than 40 percent, resulting in an average of 20-40 percent annual energy cost savings. The YORK EcoAdvance is powered by HVAC Load Reduction (HLR) technology, which won the prestigious 2016 R&D 100 Award, an international competition that recognizes the most technologically significant products introduced over the past year.

What sources describe as a revolutionary EcoAdvance module is easy to install in conjunction with air handling units, energy recovery ventilators or rooftop units. It minimizes the amount of outside air necessary to maintain air quality, while meeting and exceeding the requirements for ASHRAE Standard 62.1 Ventilation for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). The technologys intelligent, self-cleaning operation automatically removes contaminants from the building via exhaust and uses smart sensors to continuously monitor system performance and air quality inside a building.

Historically, customers have had to pay more for higher energy efficiency HVAC systems, but sources say the YORK EcoAdvance turns this upside down. When installed at a large corporations headquarters, HLR technology enabled a $200,000 savings in HVAC equipment, while increasing the energy efficiency of its existing systems, reducing HVAC system water consumption, and improving air quality. Similarly, HLR technology helped a nationally recognized universitys fitness center achieve energy consumption savings of 28% and peak savings over 40%, while improving IAQ measurements of CO2, VOCs and formaldehyde.

The York EcoAdvance can help buildings achieve U.S. Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) status. A Fortune 10 technology company implemented HLR technology and earned 14 LEED points by leveraging the Indoor Air Quality Performance pilot credit (EQpc68) and energy efficiency credits. EcoAdvance is also eligible for utility rebates where applicable, making retrofits to existing HVAC systems an attractive opportunity.

EcoAdvance features built-in electronics and software, including networking for Internet-of-Things (IoT) connectivity, that are engineered to control, record and report all aspects of the HVAC load reduction system operation 24/7. Customers can verify savings, monitor IAQ, and remotely configure and control the system using a computer, tablet, or smart phone. In addition, sophisticated proprietary algorithms are designed to maximize energy savings, and BACnet enables integration with building automation systems (BAS).

EcoAdvance is suitable for both new construction and equipment replacement projects, where it can enable downsizing of equipment, and retrofit applications on existing HVAC systems. A network of multiple modules offers a scalable and flexible solution for any building. The lightweight modules, which can be installed vertically or horizontally, fit through standard doorways, require minimal maintenance and deliver a 20-plus-year operating life.

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