Energy efficiency engineering and clean energy design for the built environment
Agarabi Engineering PLLC is a New York State licensed mechanical engineering practice established in 2014, focused on energy efficiency and clean energy in the built environment. It specializes in MEP and building enclosure design, commissioning, retro-commissioning, comprehensive energy assessments, electrification feasibility, and operations and maintenance management. Working primarily in the New York City region, the practice serves institutional, commercial, and multifamily residential clients, helping them find cost-effective ways to operate facilities more efficiently.
Certified Passive House Designer - Passive House Institute · Certified Measurement and Verification Professional - Association of Energy Engineers · Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP) - ASHRAE · Certified Energy Manager (CEM) - Association of Energy Engineers · Professional Mechanical Engineering License: New York, California, and Maryland
Mina AgarabiPrincipal
Silvia TiradoJunior Engineer
Engineering design services for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems alongside building enclosures to support decarbonization and electrification.
Design of high-efficiency air-source and domestic hot water heat pump systems.
Engineering and layout for domestic hot water generation and distribution systems.
Engineering conversion pathways from steam heating to energy-efficient hot water distribution.
Boiler room fuel conversions to transition from heavy heating oils to natural gas.
Specification and design of modern, high-efficiency boilers and low-NOx burners.
Sequence of operations and specifications for building automation and energy management systems.
Exterior insulation and finish system engineering to enhance the thermal envelope.
Electrification retrofits to replace fossil fuel equipment with heat pumps and clean electric alternatives.
Quality assurance processes that verify building systems perform interactively according to design intent and operational needs.
Systemic testing of existing building systems to improve operational integration and efficiency.
Energy code commissioning services to satisfy New York City Energy Conservation Code requirements.
Testing and validation of the thermal, air, and moisture boundaries of the building envelope.
Quantifying energy savings through post-installation monitoring and performance data analysis.
Auditing and retro-commissioning to meet local requirements and avoid carbon emissions penalties.
Defining operational parameters and user expectations for ongoing building performance.
Evaluations ranging from basic benchmarking to deep audits that identify energy conservation measures and evaluate electrification feasibility.
Energy analysis of building systems ranging from simple walk-throughs to detailed computer modeling.
Compliance benchmarking to track and report annual greenhouse gas emissions and energy use.
Assessments combining physical condition evaluations with energy and water audit data.
Engineering and economic feasibility studies for converting space heating and hot water to electric options.
Identifying financial programs and grants to offset capital costs of energy projects.
Engineering studies to evaluate repair-versus-replace decisions for mechanical equipment.
Programs designed to optimize existing equipment, establish ongoing schedules, and train facility personnel to maintain peak performance.
Creating customized operational guidelines, equipment schedules, and issues logs.
Hands-on instruction to teach building operators to manage new systems and monitor energy use.
Establishing and enhancing run-time schedules to reduce unoccupied energy consumption.
Continuous monitoring and engineering consulting to sustain energy performance improvements.
Multifamily Residential · Affordable Housing · Government · Parks & Open Space · Commercial · Arts & Culture
Parks & Open Space · Client: NY State Department of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Investigation and design of reliable, sustainable, and energy-efficient hot water systems across the campus.
Parks & Open Space · Client: New York City Department of Parks and Recreation
Conducted an ASHRAE Level II assessment of an outdoor ice rink, an aquatics & ice rink center, and a recreation center.
Multifamily Residential · Client: New York City Department of Parks and Recreation
Performed full roof-to-cellar building envelope and HVAC condition assessments of 12 Brooklyn multifamily buildings to determine physical conditions per ASTM E2018-15 and ASHRAE Level II standards.