<![CDATA[ACES-Energy Rochester & Buffalo, Finger Lakes, NY Renewable Energy - Geothermal, Solar, Wind,ground source heat pump heating and cooling, finger lakes, western and upstate, NY HVAC - ACES-Energy Blog]]>Thu, 17 May 2012 05:55:09 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[ACES-Energy to sell and install the POWER MISER!! ]]>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:56:28 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2012/02/aces-energy-to-sell-and-install-the-power-miser.htmlACES-Energy takes yet another step in reducing our customers utilities bills by being able to offer the Power Miser product Line.  The Power Miser product uses capacitor based technology to reduce the "peaks and spikes" of inductive motors starting.  By reducing these "peaks and spikes" of motors, customers have reported an energy savings of 5% to 25%, depending on the amount and type of inductive motors in their home, and the amount of time each appliance is operated. 

ACES-Energy is able to offer the Power Miser product to both residential and commericial applications.  Every single home and business has at least one if not many inductive motors. Several examples of inductive motors include geothermal heat pumps, air conditioners, air compressors, pool and well pumps.

Contact ACES-Energy today to discuss a potential Power Miser installation at your location. 

More information can be found here and FAQ here.
]]><![CDATA[Loop contractor & unit start-up / commissioning ]]>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:13:26 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2012/01/loop-contractor-unit-start-up-commissioning.html_ One unique service we have not advertised but have offered in the past is our loop design and installation service.  We are now starting to promote our geothermal loop design and installation portion of our business!

Many builders, HVAC contractors and even homeowners have the ability or aptitude with minimal assistance and guidance to install a traditional furnace, plumb a hot water tank and install electrical appliances.  Partnering with ACES-Energy, you can now add Ground Source Heat Pumps to your arsenal and skill-set. 

We at ACES-Energy can work with you to design your entire geothermal heating and cooling system.  Next, we can install the loop field and associated equipment.  You can complete what tasks you feel comfortable with and we can assist in the final start-up and commissioning. 


If you think this is a fit for you, please contact an ACES-Energy representative to discuss in further detail.  Our loop contracting and unit start-up / commissioning business function is currently servicing the following counties: Niagara, Eric, Chautauqua, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, Allegany, Monroe, Livingston, Wayne, Ontario, Steuben, Seneca, Yates, Schuyler, Cayuga, Tompkins, Oswego, Onondaga, Oneida, Lewis and St. Lawrence.

]]><![CDATA[The Geothermal Industry and ACES-Energy]]>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:55:09 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2012/01/the-geothermal-industry-and-aces-energy.html_ Over the years, we are consistently involved with different aspects of geothermal heating and cooling installations.  As a proponent of the Geothermal industry in the Buffalo, Rochester and Finger Lakes regions of Upstate, NY we are always doing leg work to promote the technology.  We commonly assist architects, engineers, builders, homeowners and students to understand Ground Source Heat Pumps.

 Geothermal HVAC is not new the area, we service systems that were installed  25+ years ago, that utilize the same refrigeration process and possess the same components that are still used today! In 2011, we replaced or upgraded several units that were installed in the early 1980’s as a preventative maintenance measure for customers who wanted increased performance from dual stage compressors and variable speed fans.


Having several engineers on staff who share a passion for renewable energy, we are always eager to push the design envelope.  We are always looking for the next difficult and complex project that we can associate our name with. No job is too small and we can assist in any task from design, consultation and feasibility studies to installation, commissioning and monitoring for ideal system performance. 

Please do not hesitate to contact an ACES-Energy representative to discuss your next project today! 

]]><![CDATA[ACES-Energy expanding to the Pennsylvania market....]]>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:55:25 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2011/11/aces-energy-expanding-to-the-pennsylvania-market.htmlAlternative Carbon Energy Systems, Inc, commonly referred to as ACES-Energy is proud to announce we are expanding to the Western Pennsylvania Market!  We will have a walk-in office located at 2059 Henderson Ave. in Washington, PA 15301.   The office will be staffed by two highly trained individuals with a combined 55 years of experience in the renewable energy field.  We will offer the same services as we offer in Upstate, NY in our newest location, including Geothermal, Solar thermal, PV and wind!


To contact us:

e-mail: INFO@ACES-Energy.com
Phone: 1-724-229-8441

 
  ]]><![CDATA[ACES-Energy to Promote "WE CARE SOLAR"]]>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:07:57 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2011/11/aces-energy-to-promote-we-care-solar.htmlInformation taken from www.wecaresolar.org

Please take a minute to visit their website and donate if it is possible!

WE CARE Solar promotes safe motherhood and reduces maternal mortality in developing regions by providing health workers with reliable lighting, mobile communication, and blood bank refrigeration using solar electricity. The Problem
Maternal mortality worldwide accounts for more than half a million deaths a year; 99 percent of these occur in underdeveloped countries. For every maternal death, at least 20 women suffer severe complications from childbirth. Major causes of maternal death include obstetric hemorrhage (massive bleeding from childbirth), obstructive labor (labor where the mother is unable to deliver the baby), eclampsia (life threatening seizures related to high blood pressure), and sepsis (widespread infection). These emergencies cannot always be predicted, nor are they always preventable. However, with prompt, appropriate and reliable medical care, they are unlikely to result in loss of life.

Sporadic electricity impairs the operation of surgical wards, delivery wards, essential hospital equipment, and hospital communications. This compromises the ability of Nigerian health workers to provide safe, appropriate and timely medical care. Labor and delivery nurses cannot quickly notify on-call physicians of emergencies. Midwives and physicians are forced to make treatment decisions without the benefit of necessary diagnostic tests. Obstetric procedures and emergency surgeries are conducted under grossly suboptimal conditions, and can have tragic consequences. The photo of the kerosene lantern on our home page was taken in the maternity ward of one hospital – this was the only light available in the ward!

A Powerful Solution 
In 2009, we designed a photovoltaic system to power lighting, medical equipment, a blood bank refrigerator, and communication equipment in a major municipal hospital in Northern Nigeria. This system targets maternal health care by powering the following:
  • Overhead surgical lighting in areas of critical need such as the operating room and labor and delivery
  • Mobile telecommunications between hospital staff and on-call physicians
  • Existing on-site surgical equipment that is currently underutilized
  • A 12V DC blood bank refrigerator
  • Battery chargers that power LED headlamps for night duty workers
The Solar Suitcase – A Portable Innovation
We also designed a portable solar electric system that fits in a suitcase. The “WE CARE Solar Suitcase” powers overhead LED lighting, charges cell phones or two-way radios, and includes LED headlamps that come with their own rechargeable batteries. The first deployment of these systems occurred in June 2009. Now these systems have been introduced in fourteen countries, including Haiti, to aid medical relief teams after the 2010 earthquake, and Liberia, where we worked with the World Health Organization on a study of the effects of electricity on maternal health outcomes.

Our Solar Suitcases are user-friendly, robust, durable, and nearly maintenance-free. They work in mobile settings or can be easily installed in existing hospitals and clinics lacking reliable source of power. Improved surgical lighting, enhanced usage of existing medical equipment, and the support of mobile telecommunication systems reduces delays in providing care, and increases the capacity of health workers to care for patients with obstetric complications. In addition, workers report more confidence in performing skilled care, and no longer fear night duty.

 ]]><![CDATA[Why Geothermal Heating & Cooling makes sense in a new build.....]]>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:09:18 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2011/09/why-geothermal-heating-cooling-makes-sense-in-a-new-build.htmlWe receive phone calls daily with folks who are building a new home inquiring about geothermal heating and cooling in Upstate, NY including the areas around Rochester, Buffalo and the Finger Lakes region.  Our response is why would you not install geothermal in a new home????

In a new home, you already need to purchase a heating, cooling and domestic hot water system. You already need a distribution system, either ducting for forced air or radiant heating. 

Just like an existing home, there is a 30% Federal Tax Credit with no limit on it for new construction! The incremental cost to switch to geothermal after the tax credit is usually minimal, with paybacks as little as 1-2 years!

The advantage of working with Alternative Carbon Energy Systems, Inc. is that we work with homeowners, general contractors, builders and excavation firms. We welcome to opportunity to utilize other partners on a job, specifically if there is already an excavator on site for digging the basement, utility lines, septic/sewer, we could cost share and save money to the homeowner by using a machine already on site!

For more information, please contact us today to set up your free appointment!




]]><![CDATA[Renewable Energy and Building a New Home. ]]>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 14:24:49 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2011/07/renewable-energy-and-building-a-new-home.html     Building a new home is typically a stressful situation and homeowners often overlook details that can have a long term effect on the monthly budget.  Building an energy efficient home does not have to be difficult or increase costs.   Alternative Carbon Energy Sytems, Inc. (ACES-Energy) has partnered with MGB Building Inc. to provide customers an affordable solution to those that want to build a new home with green building practices.  Enlisting the help of MJB Building and ACES-Energy in new home construction starts way before the foundation is poured or pounding any nails! We work with our customers and their architect from day one to determine the optimal building solution at an affordable cost. We show our customers how building green can be the same cost as a home without any energy conservation practices installed.  We not only employ green building techniques such as Geothermal Heating & Cooling, Solar Photovoltaic, Solar Hot-Water and unique insulation methods but also in the way the home is orientated and landscaping around the home.     

                Matt Brooks, owner of MJB Building Inc. shares a passion in energy efficient building methods and is in the process of developing a sub-division of 2+acre lots, adjacent to the Erie Canal in Spencerport, NY.   Matt’s extensive experience in the new construction industry and proven track record has made him a perfect match for the ACES-Energy renewable energy team.  Andrew Heiligman, President of ACES-Energy noted “Matt’s ability to work with architects and transform a homeowners vision to a custom built home is priceless. We are excited to work with Matt to provide energy efficient solutions to our customers building a new home”.    

                Thinking of building a new home? ACES-Energy has partnered with several “Green” architects and now with enlisting MJB Builders, proves to be one of the first companies to offer the “Total Package” in the Upstate, NY region.  Please contact us to find out more or to schedule an appointment with our Green Building Team.  

]]><![CDATA[ACES-Energy works with Genesee Valley BOCES to install Geothermal and Solar PV ]]>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 20:41:01 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2011/07/aces-energy-works-with-genesee-valley-boces-to-install-geothermal-and-solar-pv.htmlDuring the 2010-11 school year, ACES-Energy worked with the local BOCES instructors and students to install a geothermal heating and cooling system, in addition to a Solar PV array in Batavia, NY. Click on the case study below to read more!
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Batavia Case Study - Click to open in new window
]]><![CDATA[ Geothermal energy to heat and cool SUNY Oswego buildings ]]>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:05:43 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2011/06/-geothermal-energy-to-heat-and-cool-suny-oswego-buildings.htmlRead the Story online, Click Here
]]><![CDATA[First solar photovoltaic install in the Town of Gains (Albion), NY by ACES-Energy, June 2011 ]]>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:00:01 -0800http://www.aces-energy.com/1/post/2011/06/first-solar-photovoltaic-install-in-the-town-of-gains-albion-ny-by-aces-energy-june-2011.htmlACES-Energy would like to thank the Town of Gains and Code Enforcement officer Robert McGaffick for allowing the first Solar Photovoltaic system to be installed in the town to date.  The staff of ACES-Energy worked together with Rob on the permitting process and educated him on the installation method for a solar electric generated system. 

Andrew Heiligman, President of ACES-Energy had the following to say about Bob: "Over two phone conversations and one meeting, we presented our engineering and site documentation to Bob and inturn he issued us a permit. The staff and homeowners would like to thank Bob for his quick response time! We are proud to be part of the first solar PV system installed in town, and look forward to many more! " 

Although all towns do not require a permit to construct a solar array, it is required by NYSERDA regardless to obtain funding.  The staff at ACES-Energy prepares all the documents required for the permitting process and takes all the burden off our homeowners!

Be sure to check our Solar and Geothermal application page for updated photos of some of the projects we are working on!
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