Whitney M. Young Jr.
School
Whitney M. Young Jr School (PS #15) is a two-story, 179,590 square foot building built in 1979. Spaces include classrooms, gymnasium, natatorium, auditorium, offices, cafeteria, corridors, stairwells, computer labs, storage rooms, commercial kitchen, and mechanical space. At the time of the audit, the facility is planning on replacing unit ventilators in classrooms and hallways as well as the air handling units.
Energy Conservation Measures
Below is a brief description of each of the 13 ECMs
LED Lighting Replacement
Replace existing lighting with new LED Lighting
Solar PPA
Generate electricity on site for cost savings
District-Wide Energy Management System
Replace existing pneumatic controls with new open-protocol controls
Roof Renovations
Renovate older roofing and realize new 15 year warranty
Boiler Replacement
Replace old boilers with new, high-efficiency boilers
Plug Load Controls
Building Envelope
Improve comfort and reduce infiltration
Refrigeration Controls
Operate refrigeration systems more efficiently
Pipe Insulation
Destratification Fans
Improve existing pipe insulation to prevent heat loss and save energy
Water Conservation
Retro-Commissioning Study
Review and address older systems that are too expensive to replace
Student Education Program
Involve students and the community in the district energy project