March 29, 2012: NYSERDA Extends HVAC Business Partners Program for Rooftop Unit Maintenance
ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has announced the extension of its HVAC Business Partners Program, which provides training and support to HVAC contractors to use advanced diagnostic tools as part of national standards for quality maintenance of rooftop units.
NYSERDA said the inspection and maintenance of rooftop air conditioners outlined in these standards not only improve the performance and energy efficiency of rooftop units, but also identify procedures to provide healthy air quality and comfortable temperatures. A rooftop unit that has been properly maintained can save businesses up to 30 percent of their air conditioning costs, depending on the condition of the unit, said the organization.