Metro Group recently completed a critical boiler upgrade in a Bronx apartment building, replacing an aging sectional cast iron boiler with a modern dual-fuel gas-oil boiler and burner. This project was part of our ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and ensure reliable heating and hot water for residents as we prepare for the upcoming […]
Category: Boiler Gas Conversion
Compliance with LL97’s Article 321 Prescriptive Measures Pathway
Are you a building owner or manager in New York City required to comply with Local Law 97 (LL97)? As part of NYC’s plans to shift away from the use of fossil fuels and become carbon neutral by 2050, LL97 mandates that buildings exceeding 25,000 gross square feet meet emission thresholds to avoid fines. One […]
Case Study – Metro Group Eliminates #4 Oil for Mid-Town Manhattan Customer
In mid-town, Metro Group upgraded a heating system to meet the latest DEP/DOB fuel oil and energy use requirements. This not only ensured compliance but also eliminated the use of the city’s most polluting fuel, #4 oil. Explore the details of this sustainable heating overhaul and its positive impact on mid-town residents. Navigating Compliance Regulation […]
Con Edison Lifts Gas Moratorium – Applications for all gas-related projects are now being accepted.
New opportunities for gas-related projects are on the horizon for developers and building owners in Westchester County. Effective December 1, 2023, Con Edison has officially lifted the natural gas moratorium, ushering in a new era of possibilities for all gas-related projects. This is a significant turning point for the community, especially for those who may […]
Preparing Your Building for the #4 Oil Ban in NYC – FAQs
New York City has been at the forefront of sustainability efforts for years, and the latest move is a ban on the use of #4 oil. The city is cracking down on the use of heavy heating oils that contribute to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Building owners and managers need to understand the […]
What is a Load Letter and Why Is It Important?
The Role of Load Letters in Gas Conversions When the decision is made to transition a building from an oil-burning boiler to one powered by natural gas, one of the initial steps in the project involves completing and submitting a gas “Load Letter” to Con Edison. This document can be sent by authorized personnel for […]
Point of Entry
Once the Ruling to move forward with a natural gas conversion is received, a” POE” or “Point of Entry” appointment needs to be requested. The POE is that location where Con Edison, or some other Natural Gas Utility, and the contractor, determine that the new gas service will enter the building. Multiple factors need to […]