Company Profile

A small to mid-size, non-profit organization, based in the Staten Island region of New York City. The company has grown to become one of the paramount community centers in their area. Their practicing philosophies help recognition from peers within the industry and potential new members. This acknowledgment was an opportunity for them to refine their brand and more importantly their workplace. A new CEO was hired and her vision was to brighten up the offices figuratively and literally.

Challenge

The organization faced several significant challenges:

• • Finding the right starting point to change their energy footprint
• • Identifying a qualified energy consultant to audit their situation and propose better solutions
• • Keeping costs down while implementing a rebranding campaign
• • Finding reliable vendors who would follow through to project completion

Solution

ISA delivered a comprehensive solution:

• • Conducted detailed consultations with existing staff and the new CEO to establish priorities and timelines
• • Performed a thorough on-site audit of all facilities to document current energy usage
• • Analyzed utility bills to establish baseline energy consumption
• • Coordinated with the utility company to secure a 50% rebate for upgrades
• • Evaluated multiple proposals from energy companies, grading each on ROI and quality

Results

• • Secured a 50% rebate from ConEd for the entire project
• • Implemented complete replacement of all lighting fixtures with energy-efficient LED solutions
• • Installed motion sensors for automatic lighting control
• • Achieved significant reduction in energy consumption and costs
• • Enhanced workplace environment with brighter, better quality lighting
• • Provided flexible payment options instead of requiring a lump sum payment

Unique Insight

The energy project became the foundation for a larger rebranding initiative. After the lighting upgrades, ISA continued to work with the organization on art, furniture, and equipment to revitalize the community center. This comprehensive approach not only improved energy efficiency but transformed the entire facility experience for staff and community members.