Alfred E. Zampella School

Alfred E. Zampella School

Alfred Zampella School (PS#27) is a 4-story, 94,611 square foot building built in 1966. Spaces include classrooms, a gymnasium, a natatorium, electrical rooms, a kitchen, a library, offices, corridors, stairwells, ballrooms, storage rooms, restrooms, basement mechanical space and teachers’ lounges. The facility has all-electric equipment throughout the building, including the HVAC equipment. At the time of the audit, the indoor swimming pool was empty and associated equipment was disconnected.

Energy Conservation Measures

Below is a brief description of each of the ECMs

LED Lighting Replacement

Replace existing lighting with new LED Lighting

Solar PPA

Generate electricity on site for cost savings

Roof Renovations

Renovate older roofing and realize new 15 year warranty

Plug Load Controls

Building Envelope Improvements

Improve comfort and reduce infiltration

Refrigeration Controls

Operate refrigeration systems more efficiently

Water Conservation

Retro-Commissioning

Review and address older systems that are too expensive to replace

Student Education Program

Involve students and the community in the district energy project