coaching and advisement on lowering energy bills, energy use, carbon emissions and transitioning to renewable energy. education on programs and incentives that can fully or partially cover the costs of energy related improvements, including insulation, reducing air leaks and leaks and draftiness, heating equipment and appliance repair and replacement advising on renewable heating options, such as heat pumps, wood and wood pellets advising on solar options: residential solar, community solar purchase, community solar subscription. Help connect to local contractors, and assist in applying for financing

1) Help homeowners and renters reduce their energy costs, help multi-family building owners provide energy efficient apartments for their tenants, reduce the impact homes have on the environment, and provide training to contractors on how to provide quality energy efficiency services to their neighbors. 2) Provides homeowners with free or reduced-price energy assessments and low-interest loans to finance energy-saving improvements.

CAPCO Energy services now covers Tompkins AND Cortland county residentsEMPOWER NEW YORK (NYSERDA) insulates floors, walls and attics repairs and replaces heating systems repairs and replaces hot water tanks reduces drafts through caulking and weatherstripping inspects combustion appliances tests refrigerator efficiency installs carbon monoxide and smoke detectors makes minor repairs checks homes' health and safetyENERGY SAVERS insulates floors, walls and attics reduces drafts through air sealing, caulking and weather-strippingWEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (WAP) insulates floors, walls and attics repairs and replaces heating systems repairs and replaces hot water tanks reduces drafts through caulking and weatherstripping inspects combustion appliances tests refrigerator efficiency installs carbon monoxide and smoke detectors makes minor repairs checks homes' health and safety Bathroom and kitchen ventilation

Provides energy audits to eligible owners and renters in order to find the best way to make homes energy efficient. Weatherization measures include furnace repair or replacement, insulation, and air sealing to make residences safe, comfortable and less expensive to heat. Offering energy conservation measures to people from all income levels.

Promotes use of solar energies in Tompkins County and works to remove barriers to solar-power adoption through: below market pricing and simple installation educational outreach about solar power community program to build enthusiasm towards adopting solar power

consumer advocacy and education crisis intervention to customers with financial difficulties referrals to area financial assistance programs, weatherization, and conservation referrals information on energy assistance and friendly reminder programs, balanced billing and payment arrangements materials and training for human resource personnel on the Home Energy Fair Practices Act (HEFPA), NYSEG programs, electric and gas safety and energy conservationEnergy Assistance Programsto help eligible customers gain control of their energy bills, including bill credit/rate reduction, arrears forgiveness and reconnection fee waiver. Energy Assistance monthly bill credits for customers whose regular or emergency HEAP payments are applied to their accountsOctober 2024 Update: Please provide NYSEG customers with any inquires to NYSEG customer service at 800-572-1111 Monday-Friday 7am-7pm. If a customer advocate is needed the customer's account will be referred to the advocate.Please do not give NYSEG customers Marcy's direct phone number or email address.

United Way of Long Island’s Workforce Development Training Academy provides free hands-on training focused on creating a foundation and pathways to secure careers in the renewable energy industry for Long Islanders. Hands-on training is focused on clear, long-term career path development and complemented by online financial empowerment workshops. Power Up! Wind, Solar & Renewables graduates are proficient in the installation of clean heating and cooling technologies, high-efficiency HVAC, heat pumps, solar panels, and EV Charging. The training is open at no cost to youths, veterans, and others entering the job market.

Offers presentations and literature to home and business owners on energy conservation.

Provides weatherization assistance in Broome and Tioga Counties to reduce heating costs by insulating and weatherproofing dwellings.

* Offers home energy conservation services to reduce household energy consumption. Testing, cleaning of furnace/heating systems. Indoor air quality testing and ventilation upgrades as necessary. Heating and/or hot water tank repairs or replacements as approved by Housing and Community Renewal. Installing perimeter, attic and/or wall insulation, possible window and door repair or replacement. Weather-stripping, caulking and/or repair of cracked glass and sash, sill and thresholds of doors and windows. Possible refrigerator replacement. Energy efficient air conditioners for those who can prove a medical need.

Assists homeowners in applying to participate in the Home Performance with Energy Star program from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, which is designed to make energy bills more affordable and homes more comfortable.

Goal is to make the homes of low income Long Islanders, especially the elderly and disabled, more energy efficient. An energy audit is conducted to determine the most cost effective means of reducing energy consumption in the dwelling. Typical energy conservation measures employed may include installing insulation, repairing/replacing doors and windows, caulking, weatherstripping, interior air sealing, repair/replacement of heating systems and installation of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Helps New Yorkers make smart choices to create a more energy-efficient home. After an at-home assessment, participants may apply for financing to help pay for home improvements.

Offers educational, environmental, and natural resources programs that cover water quality, forestry, and land-use planning. Works to motivate people to properly plant and care for urban trees, protect waterways from pollution sources, and take part in land-use planning activities at the local level.

Provides direct and timely assistance to consumers in resolving individual disputes with utilities. Provides an informal hearing process and appeals process for consumers or businesses who are not satisfied with initial complaint responses. Consumers may file utility complaints by phone or online.

Offers workshops designed to help residents learn to save money by saving energy in their homes.

Provides eligible homeowners with a free energy assessment or energy audit. Assessments are conducted by a participating home performance contractor. Helps homeowners and renters of 1-4 unit family homes by providing a means to affordable energy efficient improvements and upgrades. Common work includes adding insulation, reducing drafts, and repairing or upgrading heating systems. Energy upgrades are eligible for low cost, low interest loans and incentives for income-eligible households. Income eligible households are eligible to receive a discount covering 50% of the cost of eligible energy efficiency improvements up to $4,000 per project for single-family homes. 2-4 unit residential homes with income-eligible residents may qualify for a discount of up to $8,000.

Promotes and serves the commercial horticulture industry and community and urban forestry. Provides educational opportunities and resources for municipalities, landscapers, and others in the green industry based upon BMP's and Cornell University recommendations.

Provides education on environmental-related issues, such as ecosystems, conservation, pollution, drinking water concerns, fertilizers, landscaping, population growth's impact, etc. through outreach and online formats.

Home energy survey for income-eligible customers to help them save energy and lower their electric bills. Service is no cost to customer and may also include installation of energy-saving measures in the home.

Federally funded program designed to help low-income households and seniors meet the high cost of home energy. Both those who pay separately for heating costs and households whose heat is included in their rent may be eligible for a one time regular benefit. Additionally, households with a heating emergency may also be eligible for an emergency benefit and and/or a Heating Equipment Repair/Replacement (HERR) benefit. In addition there is also a Clean and Tune benefit, which provide energy efficiency services to eligible households prior to the start of the heating season. Such Services may include the cleaning of primary heating equipment, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detector, etc. A cooling component that assists medically needy households with the purchase of air conditioners may also be available during the warmer months. Call for details regarding services offered and applications for those over 60 and disabled.

Provides no-cost energy efficiency solutions for income-eligible (HEAP eligible) New Yorkers (home owners, renters and landlords). Services include lighting and appliance (inefficient refrigerators and freezers) upgrades and home performance measures, including air sealing, insulation, new energy-efficient lighting, safety checks of smoke detectors and more. On-site energy education offers customers additional strategies for managing their energy costs.

* Offers programs that address water quality management, aquatic weed harvesting, stream stabilization, pond management, renewable energy and erosion control.

Promotes social equity, ecological stewardship and civic responsibility through online programs to support local sustainability efforts. Ongoing programs include:Neighborhood Mini-Grants (up to $750), offered quarterly for projects to make neighborhoods more healthy, vibrant and sustainable places to live. sustainabletompkins.org/programs/mini-grantsFinger Lakes Climate Fund (www.fingerlakesclimatefund.org), local carbon offset to reduce carbon emissions through grants for home energy upgrades to low-income home owners.Signs of Sustainability- annual awards program at Earth Day Ithaca celebrating individuals, organizations, and businesses providing leadership in living and working more sustainably.

Offers classes, information resources and tours on topics such as: transportation options green building water resources invasive plants climate change composting home energy efficiency support and education hydrilla eradication public participation in environmental management issues residential and commercial solar flood resiliency Invasive & nuisance species Bed bugs: http://ccetompkins.org/environment/invasive-nuisance-species/bed-bugs