1. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Financial Incentives for Sustainable & Energy Efficient Design Section 179D Deduction & Other Energy-Efficient Credits and Incentives Presented by: Energy Design Service Systems, LLC

2. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 A nationally certified energy consultant, providing comprehensive building energy efficiency related services that maximize each client’s return on available incentives, through an unparalleled myriad offering of turn-key programs and services.. Energy Design Service Systems [EDSS]  Cohesive engineering and tax professional approach  Customized turn-key services approach  Maximize incentives while minimizing your bottom-line

3. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Available Savings Programs  179D/ EPAct Tax Deduction  Cost Segregation  Abandonment Study  263(a) – Repair and Maintenance  DEIRA  Utility Rebates  Local/State Incentives  Grants Financial Incentives

4. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 $1.80 Up to $1.80 per Square Foot tax deduction $0.30-$1.20 partial deductions allowed range from $0.30-$1.20 per square foot Energy Policy Act (EPAct) 179D Tax Deduction Availability… o Owners/lessee of commercial property o Placed in service: Jan. 1 st 2006 – Dec. 31 st 2013 o Designers of Government-owned property o Within 3-years (typical) o 50% over the ASHRAE 90.1-2001 standards in lighting, HVAC, and building envelope. Amend tax returns from 2006 by utilizing form 3115 (no need to re-file).

5. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Project Success Story Building Type: Industrial Facility Location: Brooklyn, NY Year of Completion: 2012 Square Footage – 234,591.7.Ft. Project Cost: $12.3M $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 Gross 179D EPAct Tax Deduction: (@ $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 $281,510.04  Project Benefit: $281,510.04

6. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Cost Segregation & Abandonment Ideal application to increase investment capital, reduce renovation costs, and recover money from demolished equipment. Typical results yield a Return on Investment of at least 10 to 1, with results exceeding 50 to 1 not being uncommon. Property TypeMisclassified Value Manufacturing30%-60% Hotels20%-30% Apartments15%-35% Restaurants20%-35% Office Buildings20%-35% Research & Development10%-40% Hospital20%-35% Retail25%-40% Tenant Improvement20%-40% Grocery Stores25%-40% Nursing Home 25%-30% Funeral Home25%-35% Auto Dealership30%-40% Shopping Center25%-40% Mini Storage Facilities15%-25% Average Value Misclassified by Property Type Increase available capital by 25% to 40% of the building value. What is a CS & Abandonment Study Who can benefit? What are the benefits? Why EDSS?

7. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Project Success Story Building Type: Industrial Facility Location: Brooklyn, NY Year of Completion: 2012 Square Footage – 234,591.7.Ft. Project Cost: $12.3M $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 Gross 179D EPAct Tax Deduction: (@ $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 24.00% reclassified) $908,256.41 Cost Segregation Study: (@ 24.00% reclassified) $908,256.41 $1,384,189.62  EDSS Project Benefit: $1,384,189.62 $194,423.17 State Tax Deduction: $194,423.17

8. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Utility Rebates & Rate Reductions 75% save 20% Utility rebates of up to 75% of equipment costs, provide instant cash-back for new construction and renovations. EDSS clients on average save 20% in energy reimbursements and yearly cost reductions. Proven Success: $87,000 o Single client received $87,000 in rebates for high efficiency lighting, designed by EDSS. $100,000 o A New Jersey client secured a12 month energy procurement agreement saving over $100,000 in energy costs. achieves How EDSS achieves results…Custom approach…Why? o Custom approach allows for 3-5 times the rebate opportunity o Utility trusted vendor (procure past rebates) o Utility rate reductions available 18% overcharged o Over 18% of businesses are being overcharged for their energy usage.

9. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Grant Service Provider EDSS is a grant service provider and has expertise in researching grant opportunities for your company and knows the steps necessary to write and submit a grant proposal. Grant services include; grant prospect research, grant proposal writing, and review/evaluation services. Why Partner with EDSS? o We know the various portals required for proposals o We write the proposals o We understand the process and know what it takes to meet the deadlines o We know how to research details to determine the best opportunities for you company $1,000 $2 million o We have experience and success (obtained grants from $1,000 to $2 million) Grant Services

10. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Project Success Story Building Type: Industrial Facility Location: Brooklyn, NY Year of Completion: 2012 Square Footage – 234,591.7.Ft. Project Cost: $12.3M $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 Gross 179D EPAct Tax Deduction: (@ $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 ) $50,153.90 Custom Rebate: (ConEd) $50,153.90 $194,423.17 State Tax Deduction: $194,423.17 24.00% reclassified) $908,256.41 Cost Segregation Study: (@ 24.00% reclassified) $908,256.41 $1,434,343.52  EDSS Project Benefit: $1,434,343.52

11. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Project Success Story Building Type: Industrial Facility Location: Brooklyn, NY Year of Completion: 2012 Square Footage – 234,591.7.Ft. Project Cost: $12.3M $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 Gross 179D EPAct Tax Deduction: (@ $1.20/Sq.Ft.) $281,510.04 $100,000.00 Urban Development Grant: $100,000.00 (Client engaged EDSS after demolition) 24.00% reclassified) $908,256.41 Cost Segregation Study: (@ 24.00% reclassified) $908,256.41 ) $50,153.90 Custom Rebate: (ConEd) $50,153.90 $194,423.17 State Tax Deduction : $194,423.17 $1,434,343.52  EDSS Project Benefit: $1,434,343.52 $1,534,343.52  Benefit with early engagement: $1,534,343.52

12. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Custom Rebate: (cash amount | no tax rate applied) $50,123.90 Net Savings Summary Building Type: Industrial Facility Original Project Cost: $6M (including land purchase) 281,510.04 Gross 179D EPAct Tax Deduction: $281,510.04 908,256.41 Cost Segregation Study: $908,256.41 Net Deduction: (@ 38% assumed tax rate) $106,973.82 Net Deduction: (@38% assumed tax rate) $345,137.44 Total with missed Grant opportunity: $676,115.96 Total Net Savings to Owner $576,115.96 194,423.17 State Tax Deduction : $194,423.17 Net Deduction: (@38% assumed tax rate) $73,880.80

13. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Little known or used tax law allowing expenses to be deducted immediately rather than capitalizing them over the long term. NO RECAPTURE! 263a Repair and Maintenance Study See Internal Revenue Bulletin 2008-18 which summarized the H.S. Schroeder case. What is it?.... What does it apply to?...  Building Façade  Asphalt Resurfacing  Irrigation  Regular repair and maintenance required to keep the building functioning The Third Circuit, in R. K. Walling Est., distinguished between repair and capital expenses in Estate of Walling v. Comr., 373 F.2d 190, 192-193 (3rd Cir. 1967).

14. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 263(a) Project Success Story Building Type: Industrial Facility Location: Fishkill, NY Year of Completion: 2012 Square Footage – 489,123.9.Ft. Project Cost: $6,280,444.00 $3,274,238.00 Facade: $3,274,238.00 $540,293.00 Roof Parking Lot: $540,293.00 $1,007,144.00 North and South Parking Lots: $1,007,144.00 $4,847,029.00  EDSS 263(a) Total Savings: $4,847,029.00 $25,345.00 Capitol Improvements - Irrigation: $25,345.00

15. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 And Decrease Ongoing Operational Costs Design, Analysis & Certification Increase Energy Efficiency & Sustainability  Custom Audits  ENERGY STAR Certification  Facility Energy Audits  Lighting Design, Supply and Installation  Energy Model for Code Variance

16. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Lighting Design & Supply savings strategies design consultation EDSS matches its savings strategies with design consultation services, enabling clients to build new structures or retrofit existing ones.  Minimize energy consumption  Maximize equipment lifespan  Reduce replacement expenses  Require minimal repair and maintenance  Benefit from lighting plans that promote greater productivity  Generate increased customer satisfaction  Ensure compliance with current and anticipated equipment and efficiency standards

17. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Facility Energy Audit (FEA) & Return-On-Investment Audit Facility Energy Audit EDSS offers a thorough review of your utility costs to evaluate potential savings. Even though these expenses are perceived as ‘fixed’, a number of actions can be taken to reduce these costs as well as identify recurring errors and overcharges. ROI Audit Custom designed audit based on owner needs Provides energy cost reduction measures and detailed analysis to minimize payback period Design-build services offered by EDSS ensure accuracy of cost estimates Reduced fees on EDSS money saving services and programs. Proven Success: $52,217 $80,728 Two energy audits for an EDSS client in Texas identified a cost savings or avoidance of $52,217 & $80,728

18. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 ENERGY STAR Why choose EDSS for Earning ENERGY STAR? EDSS, as a partner of ENERGY STAR, offers assistance in ENERGY STAR Certification. Specializing in Energy Efficiency, EDSS's team of engineers are certified to help you. ENERGY STAR makes your building project affordable, comfortable, and durable. What is ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR is an Energy Performance Rating System developed by the EPA and Department of Energy to benchmark the energy efficiency of specific building on a scale of 1 to 100. An ENERGY STAR Building is evaluated on the following six areas: Physical characteristics Operating characteristics Energy reporting requirements Thermal comfort Illumination Ventilation for acceptable IAQ

19. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 ENERGY STAR 2 Paths for Certifying a commercial Building Path 1: Design to Earn ENERGY STAR o Started in the design phase of the project o Professional Engineer determines eligibility to earn ENERGY STAR Label o ENERGY STAR fulfilled drawings are stamped with the Design to Earn ENERGY STAR Label Path 2: ENERGY STAR Label o 12 months analysis of utility bills o Engineer onsite verification of requirements Designed to Earn ENERGY STAR Label, stamped on CD’s Retail location in California 45,000 Square Feet $11,820.39 Annual Cash Savings: $11,820.39 166,955 kWh Annual Energy Savings: 166,955 kWh Prevented 207,024 lbs. of pollution Retail location in New Jersey 15,000 Square Feet $3,029.40 Annual Cash Savings: $3,029.40 27,540 kWh Annual Energy Savings: 27,540 kWh Prevented 123,103.80 lbs. of pollution

20. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Program Success Story Small Manufacturing Facility: Square Footage – 149,000 Total Project Cost - $9.1M EPAct 179D - $268,200.00 Utility Rebates - $50,000.00 State Tax Credit - $157,000 Federal & State Grants - $250,000 Cost Segregation – $623,000.00 Total Savings - $1,348,200.00 Lighting Design & Supply o 100% LED Design o 15% Below contractor bid Plan Review & Energy Model o $3,000 in yearly savings from plan review EER o Energy Model required for Rural Grant and increased utility rebate

21. W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 W EB : WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM WWW. EDSSENERGY. COM T ELEPHONE : (810) 227-3377 7892 W. GRAND RIVER BRIGHTON, MI 48114 Contact Information EDSS Headquarters 7892 W. Grand River Brighton, MI 48114 (o) 810.227.3377 (EDSS) (e) info@edssenergy.com