Capital Projects Update 6-6-23(opens in new window/tab)

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is offering a two‑tiered grant program for Nyack Public Schools to advance energy‑efficiency, decarbonization, and clean‑energy education across the district’s facilities. The first tier provides a $650,000 rolling award to fund engineering, architectural, benchmarking, and sustainability studies, as well as professional development and on‑site energy management. The second tier is a competitive grant of up to $10 million to finance the construction of capital projects that align with “Track I” decarbonization goals, such as clean heating and cooling systems, heat‑pump installations, variable refrigerant flow, and comprehensive retrofits. Eligible projects must focus on electrification and cannot involve new fossil‑fuel equipment. This opportunity is ideal for firms that provide engineering design, architectural services, HVAC/heat‑pump installation, construction management, and renewable‑energy consulting. • Funding: $650 k (studies) + up to $10 M (construction) • Eligible services: engineering, architecture, energy audits, IAQ assessments, clean‑energy system design and installation, project management, and related professional development • Target projects: school building decarbonization, HVAC upgrades, heat‑pump retrofits, renewable‑energy readiness, and related sustainability improvements.