Two NYS energy engineering firms are independently validating the performance of a low-cost compressor controller for the NYS small commercial sector over the next two years. This demonstration project is co-funded by NYSERDA under the NextGen HVAC Innovation Challenge program. This device is retrofit to existing DX cooling systems in 1-2 hours with immediate benefits. The 2021 goal is to demonstrate significant cooling related energy consumption and GHG emission reductions while maintaining thermal comfort at 12 sites across NY state’s 3 climate zones. Four use cases will be covered: convenience stores, grocery stores, full-service restaurants, and fast-food restaurants. In parallel, a survey targeting market-based information necessary to evaluate the cost and benefits of the Low-Cost Compressor Controller, covering building types where space cooling is a significant percentage of the total electricity consumption. The speakers will jointly present their preliminary findings.