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Co-op and condo boards are turning to heat pump technology to upgrade their buildings' energy profile, saving energy costs, reducing carbon emissions, and allowing residents to better control heating and cooling in their own apartments. (Print: Three Paths To Electrification)

A co-op on the Upper East Side recently upgraded its heating and cooling system to a more efficient heat pump system, avoiding carbon emissions penalties and saving money in the process. (Print: A Waste Of Energy)

Toby Johnson, treasurer of 90 Sterling Place, a four-unit co-op in Park Slope, has successfully budgeted for repairs and switched to electrification, saving the building money and reducing its carbon footprint. (Print: Taking Charge: Toby Johnson)

Co-ops and condos are considering electrification to meet carbon-emission deadlines, but high costs and concerns about electricity supply are slowing conversion projects. However, incentives and funding programs are available, and as electrification technologies become more common, costs are expected to decrease. Experts advise to start with energy efficiency improvements and gradually transition to electrification.

Weighing the economics of a switch — and selling it to shareholders.

How are co-op and condo boards supposed to achieve the lofty carbon goals set by the city?

Make the switch to gas and electric power.

When is it smart to switch from gas to electricity?

What does it take to restore an old building to its former glory?

1170 Ocean Parkway had a heating and cooling system in dire need of a fix. Carbon emissions played a huge part in their final choice.