The energy efficiency projects are projected to improve each building’s energy performance by 15%-20%.
Urban American added the energy efficiency improvements to about 2,700 apartments.
The improvements include window replacement, boiler replacement, advanced meters and submetering, low-flow water fixtures and aerators in kitchens and bathrooms, and motion and occupancy sensors for certain common area and service lighting.
The upgrades also include high efficiency lighting in hallways and apartments, replacement of many refrigerators and other appliances with more efficient models, and insulation, duct sealing, and weather stripping.
Urban American has spent over $14m in the last five years upgrading energy systems and installing energy reduction measures throughout their portfolios.
Urban American principal and director of sustainability Joshua Eisenberg said in addition to conserving energy, Urban American is committed to improving its communities by working with local entrepreneurs, creating jobs and transforming older housing stock into sustainable communities.
Urban American is an owner and manager of apartment buildings in the New York area.
