ENERGY FACILITIES
PROJECTS
BROOKHAVEN
BUFFALO STATE
NFTA
OUTOKUMPU
QUEBECOR
Town of Brookhaven Energy Efficiency Improvements
client:
Town of Brookhaven and New York Power Authority
location:
Farmingville, New York
Project Scope of Service As an Implementation Contractor under the New York Power Authority’s Energy Services Program, Wendel was asked, by both Brookhaven Township and the Power Authority, to evaluate the existing chiller plant that exists within their 225,000 square foot Town Hall facility. Although the 27 year old chiller plant was being maintained well, and in good working condition, it was nearing its end of life and used R-11 as a refrigerant. As such, Wendel’s goal was to identify energy-saving cooling alternatives and evaluate the cost-effectiveness of their installation. As a result of Wendel’s efforts, the following Energy Conservation Measures were recommended for implementation: - High Efficiency Lighting and Occupancy Sensors throughout the building - Installation of (smaller) High Efficiency Chillers - Installation of a Thermal Energy Storage system (to offset electric cooling to non- peak periods) - Fuel Switching (electric to gas) on five large pieces of Kitchen Cooking Equipment - Replacement of electric re-heat coils in foyer Air Handling Units Wendel’s responsibilities included a detailed survey and study, development of design documents, material and installation labor bidding, construction management and commissioning. Energy Use and Costs Prior to Implementation Consumption: 6,230,000 kWh (electric) annually 7,870 mmBtu (fossil fuel) annually Cost: $1,193,116 annually Annual Energy and Cost Savings after Implementation Consumption Savings: 628,127 kWh (electric) annually 681 mmBtu (fossil fuel) annually Cost Savings: $157,639 annually Project Status: Project is currently in design.