Multifamily & Commercial Buildings
Community Environmental Center provides solutions to save money on building energy costs and create healthier environments for living and working.
New Construction & Major Renovation
CEC consults with building owners and their design teams early in the design process of new construction and major renovation projects to advise on energy-saving measures and green building solutions focused on three fundamental goals: maximizing energy efficiency, improving indoor comfort and air quality, and providing specialized research and recommendations on cost-effective, sustainable building materials.
Energy-Efficiency Services Provided By CEC:
- Design Consultation - CEC will work with you on the specific needs of your project to develop a plan to make a healthier building with lower cost of operation.
- Energy Modeling & Analysis - Using advanced computer simulation, CEC will model your building to predict with a high degree of accuracy how a multitude of different improvements will affect the energy use in the building.
- Oversight for Financial Incentives Eligibility and Compliance - The web of financial incentives can be complex. CEC guides our clients through the programs that are right for them.
- Material & Equipment Consultation - CEC’s purchasing experts will advise on what products are available for purchase and how they will fit into and improve the building environment.
- Insulation & Air Sealing Contracting - Beyond consulting, the CEC professional contracting team performs onsite insulation and air sealing work.
- Post-Construction Fuel-use Analysis - At the completion of construction CEC will analyze the building energy pattern to compare it with predicted values.
During Analysis, CEC Targets All Parts of Your Building:
- HVAC Systems, including Water and Boiler
- Lighting & Appliances
- Energy Management Systems
- Building Façade, Insulation, Air Sealing, Windows, and Doors
Health & Safety - Metering Options & Fuel Choice
Existing Building Auditing and Services:
CEC engineering staff perform on-site audits to establish a scope of recommendations for improving the efficiency, comfort, safety, and health conditions of your residential or commercial building. Recommendations will include estimated costs, energy savings projections, and government financial incentives eligibility and payback period.
Financial Incentives
CEC is one of a select group of contractors partnered with NYSERDA to provide financial incentives under the Multifamily Performance Program [PDF] and the New Construction Program. Please visit their websites to peruse offered incentives. CEC guides clients through the available incentives and the application process, along with assistance in ensuring that our clients receive the incentives.
For more information about our services and incentives eligibility, please Contact CEC.
New Construction & Major Renovation
CEC consults with building owners and their design teams early in the design process of new construction and major renovation projects to advise on energy-saving measures and green building solutions focused on three fundamental goals: maximizing energy efficiency, improving indoor comfort and air quality, and providing specialized research and recommendations on cost-effective, sustainable building materials.
Energy-Efficiency Services Provided By CEC:
- Design Consultation - CEC will work with you on the specific needs of your project to develop a plan to make a healthier building with lower cost of operation.
- Energy Modeling & Analysis - Using advanced computer simulation, CEC will model your building to predict with a high degree of accuracy how a multitude of different improvements will affect the energy use in the building.
- Oversight for Financial Incentives Eligibility and Compliance - The web of financial incentives can be complex. CEC guides our clients through the programs that are right for them.
- Material & Equipment Consultation - CEC’s purchasing experts will advise on what products are available for purchase and how they will fit into and improve the building environment.
- Insulation & Air Sealing Contracting - Beyond consulting, the CEC professional contracting team performs onsite insulation and air sealing work.
- Post-Construction Fuel-use Analysis - At the completion of construction CEC will analyze the building energy pattern to compare it with predicted values.
During Analysis, CEC Targets All Parts of Your Building:
- HVAC Systems, including Water and Boiler
- Lighting & Appliances
- Energy Management Systems
- Building Façade, Insulation, Air Sealing, Windows, and Doors
Health & Safety - Metering Options & Fuel Choice
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Affordably Green in NYC
by Alexander T. MacFarlane & Shannon H. Stone
Published in 2005
This report is a guide to architects and engineers on how to build affordable housing adherent to LEED Silver standards. It takes the reader through each LEED credit relevant to affordable housing in NYC and demonstrates how to achieve them.
MacFarlane, who initiated CEC’s Greenbuilding and LEED certification team, demonstrates “how ‘affordable’ and ‘green’ need not be mutually exclusive”. The report reviews green materials, energy efficiency, water conservation, and healthy building design strategies.
To download your free PDF version please fill out the form below. Paper copies are also available for $30.00 through CEC. To order, call: 718-784-1444.
The Process at a Glance
As a CEC client, you are eligible for government-assisted funding opportunities and financial incentives to help fund your project. Very few clients do not qualify for financial assistance. Our experienced staff is highly skilled in matching clients with funding sources.
Contact us. Speak with a representative about your home’s needs, and help us determine which financial incentives may be available to you.
Fill out an application. Our simple application will determine your financial incentives eligibility. A CEC representative will process your application and notify you of the funding opportunities and financial incentives you qualify to receive.
Schedule a Home Energy Audit. Our BPI-Certified Home Performance Contractors will perform an energy audit to determine a work scope of suggested improvements, cost estimate, and timeline for completion. (Cost of energy audit is fully deductible).
Finalize the work scope. Once the work scope is agreed upon, a work timeline and payment schedule is made.
You’re on your way to energy savings. Our team of BPI-Certified Home Performance Contractors will carry out energy-saving improvements in your home.
What Are the Benefits?
Reduce Energy Costs & Increase Home Value
Our energy efficiency improvements can lower household utility bills by 40% or more. Our financial incentive opportunities will also save dollars, while you invest in home improvements that have proven to increase the home resale value.
Increase Health, Safety, & Comfort
Energy efficiency improvements can greatly enhance the experience of tenants and homeowners. Our client feedback attests to the benefits of our services, including improved indoor air temperature during extreme weather conditions, increased security as a result of window and main door replacement, and a safer living environment resulting from updated smoke and carbon monoxide detector hardware.
Improve Air Quality
Healthy indoor air is important for everyone, but particularly for those with allergies, asthma or other health problems. Sealing air leaks, increasing insulation and improving ventilation will help control dust, improve fresh air supply, reduce moisture problems and help keep pollutants outside.
Reduce Water Consumption
You can save money in more ways than one by reducing water consumption. Installing efficient water heaters and low-flow sink, shower, and toilet fixtures will not only reduce your water bill, it will also reduce tax-payer dollars needed for funding water treatment plants.
Contribute to a Cleaner Environment
According to a study by ICLEI, New York City building emissions account for 79% of the City’s atmospheric greenhouse gases. Reducing household energy use lessens the demand from power plants, whose fossil fuel emissions directly contribute to global warming. Climate change caused by global warming touches our lives in many ways. Weather patterns, agriculture, local and global economy and ecological diversity are all impacted by its effects.
LEED Services
The LEED Rating System
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a nationally-recognized rating system designed by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED consists of a comprehensive set of standards that define a high performance green building, which can be applied to family homes, apartments and commercial space, schools, and more.
Our team of LEED accredited consulting professionals assist building owners and their design teams in defining and implementing green building upgrades. Green buildings, or high performance buildings are designed to improve occupant health and maximize energy and water efficiency, while utilizing ecologically low-impact construction materials and practices.
Services Supporting LEED for Existing Buildings
In addition to your green building services, we provide the technical consultation and certification management services necessary to meet LEED requirements.
Assist in Developing and Implementing a LEED Strategy
Manage the Documentation Process
Develop & Implement Plans for Performance Measures requirements
Contact CEC to speak with a member of our green building and LEED™ team.
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Family Homes
Our Services for Family Homes are designed to deliver energy savings to homeowners living in single-unit, or up to four-unit houses, as well as tenants in residential buildings of any unit size.
Home Energy Savings Begins with an Energy Audit
We determine the needs of your home based upon an initial energy audit performed on-site by our BPI-Certified Home Performance Contractors. The auditing process provides an assessment of your home’s current performance, and a work scope of suggested energy-saving improvements, including upgrades, replacements, and repair.
Common Types of Home Performance Improvement
Heating & Cooling System
-Replacement, Retro-fitting, or Repair of System Components
-Includes Boiler, Water Heater, & Central Air ConditioningBuilding Envelope
-Installation of High-Efficiency Cellulose Insulation
-Replacement of Windows & Doors with ENERGY STAR Products
-Weatherstripping and Air-SealingAppliances & Lighting
-Repair or Replacement with Energy Efficient ENERGY STAR Products
-Includes Light Bulbs, Refrigerators, Dishwashers, & much more.Air Quality
-Sealing, Repair & Upgrades of Ventilation SystemHealth & Safety
-Replacement of Hardware, including Fire & Carbon Monoxide DetectorsAnd Much More…
Financial Incentives
Every year, CEC distributes millions of dollars in government funding to clients to help offset the costs of our services. Our partnerships with government energy efficiency programs allow us to offer a range of financial incentives based upon tenant/homeowner income and scope of work.
Map & Directions
We are located at 43-10 11th Street in Long Island City, Queens, between 43rd Avenue and 43rd Road.
Directions by Train:
- E or V to 23rd Street/Ely
- G to Court Square
- 7 to 45th Road/Courthouse Square
- F to 21st Street/Queens bridge Plaza
From the furthest stop, the walk is no more than 15 minutes. We are most accessible from the E or V trains (~5 minute walk).
Directions by Car:
- From Manhattan: Take the 59th St. Bridge. From the upper level, exit onto 21st St. Make a left onto 21st St., go one block to 43rd Ave. Make a right on 43rd Ave., go one block to 11th St. Turn left, CEC is on your right. From the lower level, make the first right onto Crescent St. Go one block to 43rd Ave., make a right. Go to 11th St., make a left a left, and CEC is on your right.
- From Queens/Long Island: Take the LIE to Van Dam Ave. (last exit before the Midtown Tunnel). At the end of the exit ramp turn onto Van Dam. At the first light make a left onto Hunters Point Ave. Take this about 1 mile to 21st St.. Make a right onto 21st St. and take it to 43rd Ave. Turn left onto 43rd Ave. and then left onto 11th St. CEC is on your right.
- From Westchester/Bronx/Upstate: Take the Tri-borough Bridge. Stay to your right exiting at the first exit. Take a sharp right across traffic at the end of the ramp. Go one block and make a right onto Astoria Blvd. After a couple of blocks, take a left onto 21st St. After passing under the Queensboro Bridge, take a right onto 43rd Ave. and a left onto 11th St. CEC is on your right.
- From Brooklyn: Take the BQE to the McGuiness Blvd. exit. Turn left at the end of the ramp onto McGuiness and follow it over the Pulaski Bridge, about 1 mile. Go straight, on 11th St., about 12 blocks until you reach CEC on your left.
Tobacco Smoke Control Testing
CEC offers complete blower door testing services and pressure testing services to demonstrate compliance with LEED requirements. See below for specific information about the LEED requirements and our testing services.
Blower Door Testing and LEED
All Projects seeking to become LEED Certified under the LEED Rating Systems for New Construction (NC), Existing Buildings (EB), Commercial Interiors (CI) or Core & Shell (CS) must meet EQ prerequisite 2, Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control. This prerequisite is intended to prevent or minimize exposure of building occupants, indoor surfaces and systems to environmental tobacco smoke. For projects which include residential units where smoking will be allowed, this prerequisite is typically met by passing a blower door test. The test is conducted in accordance with ASTM Standard 779-03 on a sample of the residential units in the building. The blower door test results are used to calculate an “effective leakage area” for each unit tested, and in order to meet the LEED requirement, this effective leakage area must be below a certain threshold.
Pressure Testing and LEED
In addition to blower door testing, EQ prerequisite 2 requires weatherstripping around all doors in the residential units which open to a common hallway. If the building design precludes this, a pressure test must be conducted to demonstrate that the unit has a sufficient negative pressure with respect to the hallway to prevent smoke from escaping into the hallway.
For projects seeking to achieve EQ Credit 5, Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control under LEED-NC, LEED-CI, or LEED-CS, a separate pressure test must be conducted in rooms where hazardous gasses or chemicals may be present. This test, similar to the test above, must demonstrate that the room has a sufficient negative pressure with respect to any surrounding spaces to prevent chemical fumes from affecting the building’s indoor air quality.
Diagnostic Blower Door Testing for LEED
CEC highly recommends that project teams arrange for diagnostic blower door testing prior to the completion of construction on the building that will be certified. A diagnostic test will help the project team identify any potential sources of air leakage that should be addressed during construction of the LEED building. This diagnostic testing can be conducted in a separate building with similar construction, on an unfinished unit in the building that will be certified, or on a finished unit in the building. The circumstances of the project will often dictate which approach is taken, and each has its advantages and disadvantages.
Our diagnostic testing service includes conducting the blower door test in accordance with the LEED requirements for 1 or more units, as well as use of additional methods to identify and document specific areas of significant leakage in the test unit(s).
Air Sealing
The average American household spends $2,000 in energy bills annually. Nearly half of that goes to heating and cooling costs. Air sealing for heat loss prevention provides an effective means to reduce energy use and save on energy expenses, while greatly improving the comfort of the building interior.
Air Sealing Specialists
Our BPI-Certified Contractors perform air sealing and other weatherization measures in over 1,000 homes and apartments every year, delivering the latest technology in diagnostics and performance improvement. On average, our clients stand to see a 20% decrease in home heating and cooling costs based on our air sealing improvements alone.
Sealing Common Air Leak Zones
High endurance caulking, weatherstripping, and spray-foam applications are used to seal in areas of the home with the greatest leakage potential:
Window & Door Frames
Interior/Exterior walls where pipes, wires, or vents exit the building
Attic Hatch
Attic holes carrying duct, plumbing, or electrical runs into building
Recessed Lights
Baseboard Moldings
Electrical Outlets
Diagnostics Tools
Blower Door Test
All openings of the heated area of the house are closed. A powerful, variable speed fan is sealed into the frame of an exterior door. The fan pulls air from the house, while gauges measure the difference between indoor and outdoor air pressures, as well as the air flow through the fan. The fan is adjusted to maintain a constant pressure differential, which is used to calculate the leakage rate.
Duct Blower
Similar to the blower door fan, a duct blower fan is a variable speed fan that is attached to a duct system to measure duct air leakage.
Infrared Camera
An infrared camera (video or still) creates an image that shows surface heat variations used to help detect heat losses and air leakage.
Cellulose Insulation
What is cellulose?
Cellulose insulation is a reconstitued wood pulp and recycled paper product. Cellulose is treated with Borate, a naturally occuring mineral compound, greatly increasing fire, moisture, mold and vermin resistance. Properly installed, it creates a thermal barrier far superior to traditional fiberglass or other insulation.
Cellulose Facts
38% stronger sealing properties, as compared to fiberglass
24% reduction in air infiltration
22-55% greater fire resistance
Superior moisture, vermin and mold resistance
Greater soundproofing and vibration-dampening
Methods of Installation
Dry-fill method: for existing buildings. Cellulose is slightly moistened to activate cohesive component. High-powered blower equipment packs loose fill between shell and interior walls, filling voids and gaps.
Damp Spray Method: for new construction and major renovation projects. High-powered blower equipment packs wet cellulose onto exposed shell-wall, tightly packing around exposed studs, piping and protuberances to assure a dense, uniform seal.
Our Expertise in Damp-Spray Cellulose
We are uniquely qualified to implement cellulose insulation in new construction and major renovation projects. Not only do we deliver 13 years of experience in air sealing and insulation contracting, we championed the use of cutting edge damp-spray cellulose insulation technology several years before the recent market demand. In 2001, CEC contractors pioneered the first damp-spray application of a multifamily building in NYC, collaborating on a 200-unit project with HPD, New York’s Department of Housing Preservation and Development.
Why Damp-Spray?
The damp-spray process takes advantage of exposed exterior wall surfaces characteristic to new construction and major renovation projects. On average, damp spray is also more time- and cost-effective than fiberglass applications. Cellulose far exceeds other applications in creating an energy-efficient, fire-resistant, thermal and moisture barrier.
Green Contractor Services
As environmentally conscious contractors, we prioritize the use of construction materials and practices which help create more efficient, healthful and sustainable buildings. We set our standards to meet those of the leaders in energy conservation and sustainable design technology, including the Building Performance Institute (BPI) and the U.S. Green Building Council.
CEC performs the following services:
Our Affiliates
Build It Green!
Built It Green NYC is a program of the Community Environmental Center. Through Build It Green!, CEC continues to provide New Yorkers with resources to enhance their home and community environments. Build It Green! NYC offers all New Yorkers a one-stop-source for green building products, resources, and services. By providing an outlet for affordable green building products and services BIG! prevents waste, improves our environment, creates jobs, and spurs local economic development.
The cornerstone of this program is a 17,500 square feet warehouse in Astoria, Queens. The Build It Green! Warehouse offers a wide variety of affordable, used and surplus building materials, plus a line of reasonably-priced new green building supplies.
Build It Green! is not just for building, as it also provides Deconstruction Services. To date, BIG! has completed two large-scale commercial deconstruction projects which have saved over 45 tons of reusable building materials from being discarded, and appropriately managed 12 tons of recyclables destined for the landfill. Build It Green! will be integrating green building consultancy into its service offerings.
CEC encourages all of NYC’s businesses, non-profits, and residents to not only shop at and/or donate to the BIG! Warehouse, but to take advantage of our growing line of resources and services.
Hours:
Wednesday through Saturday, 11am – 6:30 pm.
Donations:
Drop-off and pick-up donations are by appointment only.
Check out the BIG! NYC website for more information on services or to shop for green or recycled building supplies.
Solar One, a green energy, arts and education center
Solar One and adjacent Stuyvesant Cove park have been delighting visitors since 2003. Stuy Cove Park, managed by Solar One, is the only all native plant park in Manhattan. It is one of the more rare places on the Manhattan side of the East River with public park access.
Education programs at Solar One have reached thousands of students–both young and old. Solar One has extensive lessons in partnership with schools in energy, water, and ecology. They also hold a variety of fun/educational family friendly events and programs like their Green Renter lecture series.
Every summer Solar One hosts many outdoor events ranging from their pioneering Solar Powered Dance Festival (and Solar Powered Film Festival) to their fund-raising gala Revelry by the River to the huge music and interactive art festival Citysol. Thousands more have come to events at Solar One.
Looking toward the future, Solar One will be replacing their building, Solar1, with an advanced education center dubbed Solar2 (for now). Solar2 will be the most advanced building in New York when it is completed. It will include geo-thermal wells, photovoltaic panels, waste-water recycling, and much more. Ground breaking is scheduled for end of 2008 or early 2009
Key Personnel
Key Personnel
Richard M. Cherry
President and CEO
Richard is responsible for direct management of day to day company activities, contracts and expenditures. He oversees all division managers, and reports to the Board of Directors and government liaisons. Prior to founding CEC, Richard worked for over 20 years in housing management, community development, and employment and training programs, providing legal consultation and leadership to various City-wide policy advocacy efforts. He holds a law degree from the University of Pennsylvania and has served on the Board of several not-for-profit corporations.
Kenneth L. Daniels
Director of Finance
Ken manages all fiscal operations and supporting staff. He is responsible for financial reporting and controls, budgeting, and audit oversight of independent and State auditors. Ken also advises management on business opportunities in terms of financial impact and general business planning and oversight matters. He holds an M.B.A in Accounting and is CMA-accredited. Ken contributes over twenty years of senior-level accounting and managerial practices.
Katherine Careddu, LEED™ AP
LEED™ Administrator & External Relations Manager
Kathy manages the overall documentation process for projects seeking LEED™ certification. Kathy and supporting staff work closely with project teams to establish LEED™ goals, provide guidance with regards to credit compliance, and prepare all documentation as required. As External Relations Manager, she maintains relationships with professionals in the green building community to expand CEC’s contribution to the field. She holds a Master’s degree in International Affairs from Columbia University, and offers 30 years of experience in working with engineers, architects, the U.S. Treasury Department and small businesses of all types.
Thelma Arceo
Senior Manager & Director of Technical Services
Thelma administers energy efficiency measures for 5+unit residential and commercial buildings, providing auditing, assessment, diagnostics, and construction oversight under the DHCR-funded Weatherization Assistance Program, and NYSERDA-funded Multifamily Performance Program. She holds a Master’s Degree in Energy Engineering and is a Ph.D. candidate in Energy Management and Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. Thelma offers over 13 years of experience in the fields of Energy Management and Engineering.
Richard Leigh, PH.D., P.E., LEED AP
Senior Engineer, Director of Energy Efficiency & Green Building Programs
Dick provides technical leadership for energy assessments and energy modeling under the NYSERDA-funded Multifamily Performance Program and New Construction Program. His responsibilities include management of engineering staff, subcontractor coordination, and oversight in the provision of building audits/assessments, modeling, development of energy efficiency measures, and implementation. Dick holds a PH.D in Physics from Columbia University, and is a New York State-licensed Professional Engineer. He offers twenty years of experience in the technical and financial modeling and assessment of energy systems.
Olga Lucia Souto
Director of Outreach & Program Coordinator for Family Homes Programs
Olga manages day to day program operations and supporting staff, and ensures program requirements are implemented in accordance with DHCR and NYSERDA regulations. She coordinates CEC’s in-house contracter team, while overseeing all phases of administrative and on-site work implementation, including audit review, work order preparation, client/contractor coordination, and delivery of work-site materials. Olga offers 13 years of experience in outreach programming and weatherization for family homes.
Leroy Anthony
Director of Conservation Services
Leroy is responsible for Home Performance Services and implementation of energy conservation measures for clients in one- to four-unit family homes. He also manages CEC’s green insulation services. Leroy supervises day to day operation of CEC’s contractor crew and subcontractor services, and oversees adherence to DHCR and NYSERDA regulations for family homes programs, while also contracting at market-rate for projects outside of government programming. Leroy is a degree candidate in Electronic & Computer Technology in the DeVry Institute of Technology, New York, NY, and offers over 15 years of experience in home inspection, and energy auditing and conservation.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Chairman of the Board
Gregory Pressman
Senior Real Estate Partner
Schulte, Roth & Zabel
Treasurer
Lawrence Graham
Senior Vice President
Brookfield Properties Corporation
Corporate Counsel
Donald Elliott
Partner
Hollyer Brady Barrett, & Hines LLP
Richard M. Cherry
President & CEO
Community Environmental Center
Ken Daniels
Director of Finance & CFO
Community Environmental Center
Amie Gross
President
Amie Gross Architects
Karen Ansis
Fund Manager
New York Landmarks Conservancy
Rudy Richardson
President
Chards Diversified International, Inc.
David Pagan
Executive Director
Southside United Housing, Los Sures
A Letter From the President
A Letter from CEC President & CEO, Richard M. Cherry
Dear Friends,
Over the last several years, CEC has undergone an exciting transformation during the process of broadening our services and client base. Reaching a wider audience with a wider range of services allows us to strengthen the impact of our goal to help mitigate global warming. In the years since our founding, CEC has helped champion the development of energy-saving strategies which help significantly reduce building C02 emissions, a greenhouse gas linked to climate change and global warming.
In the first decade of company history, CEC focused upon providing our services in residential buildings, with a primary emphasis on affordable housing. We have since expanded to meet the needs of the public at large, adding owners of commercial, industrial, medical and educational facilities to our client roster.
While CEC continues to grow, we remain dedicated to low income families in affordable housing. We currently operate the most extensive government-funded home weatherization contract in the State, allowing us to provide weatherization services at little or no cost to qualifying families in need. We strive to maintain our current standing as the largest not-for-profit weatherization contractor in New York, with the ultimate goal of reaching more families every year.
In addition to broadening our clientele, CEC continues to expand our services in green building technical consultation and LEED certification assistance. These new service areas were created in response to the growing need for green building strategies in new construction. CEC staff’s cultivated expertise in green building resulted in a groundbreaking new guidebook published in 2005. Affordably Green, provides architects, engineers, and policymakers with methods for applying green building techniques and LEED standards to affordable housing projects.
Because CEC’s efforts preceded the national call for critical steps to curb global warming through energy conservation, we are now poised to help set the standard for newly emerging City and State energy efficiency plans. CEC’s well-established mission is reflected in both Mayor Bloomberg’s recent PlaNYC 2030 and Governor Spitzer’s 15 by 15: Clean Energy Strategies for New York, as they strive to achieve “a cleaner, greener” community.
CEC has now reached well over 200,000 New Yorkers, and has saved consumers $270 Million in cumulative energy costs. Our efforts over the last fourteen years have prevented over 750,000 tons of C02 emissions from entering the atmosphere. This would not have been possible without our dedicated staff members. CEC personnel represent an exceptionally diverse ethnic and cultural spectrum, spanning three continents and over 5 languages. The celebration of our achievements in helping create a healthier, more sustainable future is what continues to link us. It is my pleasure to be a part of the team.
Richard Cherry
President & CEO
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About Us
Founded in 1994, CEC is the most established and experienced BPI-certified contractor to serve New York homes and buildings. We also hold the largest State-issued home weatherization contract. This contract alone allows us to reach over 1,000 clients per year with State-assisted home improvement services.
CEC is on the forefront of building energy performance and green building technologies. We work to address the energy consumption and environmental impact of homes and buildings throughout metropolitan New York. Inefficient building performance not only increases our reliance on fossil fuel use, it adds to building and home management costs, undermines the health and well being of the surrounding community, and suppresses the development of local economies.
Our staff of over 70 highly competent, trained and certified professionals is dedicated to helping create social equity by addressing the needs of clients at all income levels and social and cultural backgrounds. This is reflective in both our practices and our workplace. CEC staff members are men and women who represent a diverse spectrum of generations, cultures, languages, and ethnic backgrounds.
Our Contracting Qualifications
CEC has been selected as a qualified contractor to work with several government energy conservation programs serving metropolitan New York. Among qualified contractors in this region, we bring the most years of experience.
Under the guidelines of NYSERDA, leader in government energy efficiency programs, our in-house contractor crew members are certified Home Performance contractors. This certification is granted by the Building Performance Institute (BPI), a national building science firm that sets standards for assessing and improving building energy performance, safety, and health conditions.Our contractors are trained in taking a ‘whole-house’ approach when testing your home and identifying energy efficiency improvements.
Since its inception in 1994, CEC founded two facilities that address other aspects of sustainable community development. Please visit the websites of and Build It Green! NYC, and Solar One to find out more.
Read more about our company and our mission in the Letter from CEC President and CEO, Richard M. Cherry.
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