Nearly 1,000 new energy-saving lamps have improved the lighting quality of residents and neighborhood safety, while reducing energy and maintenance costs
The New York Power Authority announced on Wednesday that it will complete the installation of new energy-saving LED lighting fixtures in four facilities of the Niagara Falls Housing Authority and conduct an energy audit to discover more Energy-saving opportunities. The announcement coincides with “Earth Day” and is part of NYPA’s commitment to hosting its assets and supporting New York’s goals for reducing energy consumption, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and mitigating climate change.
NYPA Chairman John R. Koelmel said: “The New York Power Authority has worked with the Niagara Falls Housing Authority to identify an energy-saving project that will benefit residents because it helps promote New York State’s clean energy economy and reduce our carbon footprint.” “NYPA’s leadership in energy efficiency and clean energy generation in Western New York will provide more resources to communities in need.”
The $568,367 project involves the installation of 969 energy-saving LED lighting fixtures in Wrobel Towers, Spallino Towers, Jordan Gardens and Packard Court, both indoor and outdoor. In addition, commercial building audits were conducted on these four facilities to analyze the energy usage of the buildings and determine additional energy-saving measures that the Housing Authority can take to save energy and reduce utility bills.
Governor Lieutenant Kathy Hochul said: “Nearly 1,000 new energy-saving devices have been installed in the four facilities of the Niagara Falls Housing Authority. This is a victory for reducing energy costs and improving public safety.” “This is New York State and New York. Another example of how the Electric Power Bureau strives to rebuild a better, cleaner and more resilient future after the pandemic.
Niagara Falls plans to support the goals of New York’s Climate Change Leadership and Community Protection Act by reducing electricity demand by 3% per year (equivalent to 1.8 million New York households) by increasing energy efficiency. -By 2025.
A press release said: “The project is funded by NYPA’s Environmental Justice Program, which provides meaningful programs and services to meet the unique needs of marginalized communities near its statewide facilities. NYPA’s Niagara Power Project (Niagara Power Project) ) Is the largest electricity producer in New York State, located in Lewiston. Environmental justice personnel and partners work together to find opportunities for long-term energy service projects that can be provided to the community for free.”
Lisa Payne Wansley, NYPA’s vice president of environmental justice, said: “The Electricity Authority is committed to being a good neighbor to the communities near its facilities by providing the most needed resources.” “Niagara Falls Housing Authority residents have demonstrated the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The elderly, low-income people and people of color. The energy efficiency project will directly save energy and direct key social service resources to this seriously affected voter.”
NFHA Executive Director Clifford Scott said: “The Niagara Falls Housing Authority chose to work with the New York Power Authority on this project because it meets our goal of providing a safe environment for residents. As we use LED lighting to become more energy efficient, it will help We manage our plans in a smart and effective way and strengthen our community.”
The Housing Authority asked for more effective lighting so that community members can safely enter public places while reducing energy and maintenance costs.
Outdoor lights were replaced in Jordan Garden and Packard Court. The interior lighting (including corridors and public spaces) of Spallino and Wrobel Towers has been upgraded.
The Niagara Falls Housing Authority (Niagara Falls Housing Authority) is the largest housing provider in Niagara Falls, owning and operating 848 federally funded housing communities. Houses range from energy-efficient to five-bedroom apartments, composed of homes and high-rise buildings, and are usually used by the elderly, disabled/handicapped, and singles.
Harry S. Jordan Gardens is a family residence on the northern end of the city, with 100 houses. Packard Court is a family residence located in the city centre with 166 houses. Anthony Spallino Towers is a 15-story 182-unit high-rise building located in the city center. Henry E. Wrobel Towers (Henry E. Wrobel Towers) at the foot of the main street is a 250-storey 13-storey high-rise building. The Central Court House, also known as the Beloved Community, is a multi-storey development project consisting of 150 public units and 65 tax credit houses.
The Housing Authority also owns and operates the Doris Jones Family Resource Building and Packard Court Community Center, which provide educational, cultural, recreational, and social programs and services to improve the self-sufficiency and quality of life of residents and the Niagara Falls community.
The press release states: “LED lighting is more efficient than fluorescent lamps and may have three times the service life of fluorescent lamps, which will pay off in the long run. Once turned on, they will not flicker and provide full brightness, are closer to natural light, and are more durable. Impact. Light bulbs can save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions related to energy use. NYPA’s project will save approximately 12.3 tons of greenhouse gases.”
Mayor Robert Restaino said: “The city of Niagara Falls is pleased to see that our partners in the Niagara Falls Housing Authority have installed energy-efficient lighting in various locations. Our city’s intention is to We are working hard to improve energy efficiency in all aspects of the community. The ongoing relationship between the New York Power Authority and Niagara Falls is critical to our continued growth and development. I thank NYPA for its contribution to this upgrade project.”
Niagara County Assemblyman Owen Steed said: “I want to thank the NFHA and the Electricity Authority for the LED lights planned for the North End. A former member of the NFHA board of directors. As well as current tenants and legislators living in places equipped with lights, it is great to see people Continue to work on our mission of safe, affordable and decent housing.”
NYPA plans to provide some regular programs for residents living in the Housing Authority buildings, such as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) courses, weather seminars, and community education days, once the COVID-19 restrictions are eased.
NYPA is also working with towns, towns, villages, and counties in New York City to convert existing street lighting systems to energy-efficient LEDs to save taxpayers money, provide better lighting, reduce energy use and subsequently reduce the community’s environmental impact .
In recent years, NYPA has completed 33 energy efficiency projects in its western New York factory, helping to reduce carbon emissions by 6.417 tons.
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