Comparing Energy Use Where Can Boards Go to Know?

By Cooperator Studio 12 January 2017 Energy Conservation

Where can boards turn to compare their energy use similar buildings or associations?

For boards looking to pare down their energy usage (and costs), it's helpful to compare their community's energy-use profile to that of comparable buildings or associations. Find out where your board can go to get useful comparison information that may help shape its energy conservation decisions.

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Gary Weinstein on Friday, January 20, 2017 2:50 PM

FYI we signed our conversion to gas contract three years ago. Con Ed is the slowest operation I mhave ever seen. We were 99% done when they changed the layout they had approved. We finally have a Final Inspection scheduled. Buyer's beware!!! Be prepared to continue paying for oil long after you start your project.

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