The New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) and New York’s energy companies are partnering together to help homeowners save money and energy, leading New York state to a cleaner future. Together, they are offering rebates and financing opportunities on efficient year-round heat pump technology through NYS Clean Heat.
State-of-the-art technologies like heat pumps can lower heating costs considerably and double as a cooling system in the summer. They make it possible for homes to stay comfortable year-round, save energy, and reduce their carbon footprint. Learn about the benefits of switching to a heat pump and how they work.
Ice Air Heat Pumps Fit the Bill
Ice Air is the leading manufacturer of heat pumps designed to decarbonize buildings. Known as America Heat Pump Company™, Ice Air has driven innovative technologies, being awarded a grant from the federal government to expand its innovation in the form of a new plant in South Carolina. In addition, Ice Air has partnered with NY Passive House, putting on webinars this past year to help specifiers in their design choices. You can access all of Ice Air webinars here.
Add to this that Ice Air® Water-Source Heat Pumps won the AHRI® 3-Year Performance Award, and you have a specification package second to none!
New York New York
Heat pumps bring extensive benefits to high-rise tenant buildings in New York, particularly as the state advances toward NY Clean Heat objectives, part of its larger commitment to decarbonizing buildings and reducing greenhouse gases. Here’s how heat pumps align with the goals of NY Clean Heat and benefit tenant buildings:
1. Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings Aligned with NY Clean Heat Goals
- Substantial Utility Savings: Heat pumps operate by transferring heat rather than generating it, which uses far less energy than traditional heating systems. This efficiency not only reduces utility bills but also helps buildings meet NY Clean Heat’s energy savings targets. Ice Air heat pumps are the leading technology to help owners accomplish this!
- Dual Heating and Cooling Functionality: Heat pumps provide both heating and cooling from one system, reducing the need for separate installations and improving operational efficiency year-round—an important aspect for buildings aligning with NY Clean Heat’s efficiency standards. Specifiers will especially appreciate the decarbonization aspect of the Ice Air products, as well as the “space” savings.
- Optimized for New York’s Climate: With New York’s moderate winter temperatures, air-source heat pumps perform efficiently, providing effective heating and cooling without relying on fossil fuels, which is key to reaching NY Clean Heat’s emissions reduction targets. This is especially important in the LL97 initiative, which can be found on Ice Air’s convenient NY YORK CENTRAL hub on their website.
2. Environmental Impact and Emissions Compliance and Tenant Satisfaction
- Future-Ready Electrification: New York State is moving aggressively toward building electrification, and heat pumps offer a direct path to reducing or eliminating fossil fuel use in high-rises. This shift is supported by NY Clean Heat incentives designed to speed up the transition to clean energy. Ice Air’s Get Electrified Using Building Electrification and Ice Air section on their website provides you detailed information to help you make objective, strategic decisions.
- Consistent, Reliable Heating and Cooling: Heat pumps deliver steady temperatures without fluctuations, enhancing tenant comfort—an important quality for buildings to attract and retain tenants while meeting NY Clean Heat’s standards for high-performing buildings.
- Quieter and Cleaner Operation: Ice Air Heat pumps operate more quietly and without combustion, reducing both noise pollution and indoor air pollutants. NY Clean Heat emphasizes this health benefit, especially important for high-rise living where tenant health and air quality are top priorities.
3. Flexible Integration, Retrofitting for Existing Buildings with Enhanced Air Quality
- Ease of Retrofitting with Clean Heat: NY Clean Heat is designed to help building owners transition from existing systems to efficient heat pumps without a total overhaul, making it practical for high-rise buildings to adopt this technology while minimizing disruption to tenants. Ice Air products enable this smooth transition, and our sales engineers are ready to help you make it happen!
- Elimination of Combustion-Based Pollutants: Since heat pumps don’t rely on fossil fuels, they eliminate indoor pollutants like carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides, which are common with traditional combustion systems. NY Clean Heat prioritizes these health benefits, especially in densely populated high-rise settings.
- Better Humidity Control: Many heat pumps provide superior humidity control, enhancing indoor air quality and reducing mold risk, which is beneficial for high-rise tenant health and a key aspect of NY Clean Heat’s standards.
4. Financial Incentives through NY Clean Heat
- NY Clean Heat Rebates and Incentives: NY Clean Heat offers financial incentives, tax credits, and rebates to support the adoption of heat pumps in high-rise buildings, making it easier for property owners to install these systems. These incentives significantly reduce installation costs and encourage sustainable investments.
- Increased Property Value and Market Appeal: Energy-efficient buildings with heat pumps meet growing tenant demand for sustainable living. Aligning with NY Clean Heat’s objectives can increase property value and appeal to both environmentally conscious tenants and investors.
By choosing Ice Air heat pumps, high-rise buildings in New York can leverage NY Clean Heat incentives to reduce emissions, lower costs, improve tenant comfort, and support state energy goals. Heat pumps represent a powerful step toward sustainable and future-ready building management, fully in line with New York’s clean energy vision. Contact us today.