1. The Energy Efficiency and Solar Nexus:
Successful Models Of Implementation

2. Why Energy Efficiency First?
Department of Energy:
“Energy efficiency is one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to combat climate change, clean the air we breathe, improve the competitiveness of our businesses and reduce energy costs for consumers.”
Rock Mountain Institute Peter Rumsey, PE – In an Age of Cheap Solar Does Efficiency Still Matter?
Energy efficiency – $ kWh
Solar energy – $ kWh
Currently its easier to “reduce than produce”.
Average reductions are 10-30% through energy efficiency.
Renewable energy is needed to achieve net zero.

3. Why Energy Efficiency First?
Department of Energy “Energy efficiency is one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to combat climate change, clean the air we breathe, improve the competitiveness of our businesses and reduce energy costs for consumers.”
Rock Mountain Institute Peter Rumsey, PE – In an Age of Cheap Solar Does Efficiency Still Matter?
Energy efficiency – kWh
Solar energy – kWh
Currently its easier to “reduce than produce”.
Average reductions are 10-30% through energy efficiency.
Renewable energy is needed to achieve net zero.

4. Implementation Options for Energy Efficiency and Solar
Traditional Design Bid Build (DBB)
PROS
Ownership
Stepped Approach
CONS
Must be a taxable entity to recover credits (solar)
Energy Performance Contract (EPC)
PROS
Turnkey
No Upfront Costs
Budget Neutral or Positive
Savings Guaranteed
Ownership
CONS
Unfamiliarity with Delivery Model
Must be a taxable entity to recover credits (solar)
Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) (Solar Only)
PROS
Turnkey
No Upfront Costs
Eligible for Tax Credits
Budget Neutral or Positive
Production can be Guaranteed
Maintenance can be a part of the agreement
CONS
Unfamiliarity with Delivery Model

5. Small Business Assistance with Energy Efficiency Direct Install Programs
NYSEG
National Grid
Must pay SBC
<110 kW average a month to qualify and pay SBC
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Up to 70% of costs of implementation covered by the program
Must pay SBC
<110 kW average a month to qualify and pay SBC
Programs/Small-Business
Up to 60% of costs of implementation covered by the program

6. Large Business/Institutional Assistance with Energy Efficiency
Utility Programs
NYSERDA
Must pay SBC
Can incentivize Energy Audit of efficiency measures – up to 50% cost share.
Prescription Rebates (Lights, HVAC, Building Controls)
Custom Rebates (Process, non-traditional)
Must pay SBC
Can incentivize Energy Audit of efficiency measures – up to 50% cost share.
Rebates can be offered when not offered by utility.

7. Review of Typical Energy Conservation Measures

8. LED Lighting Interior Exterior
Improve aesthetics/safety through better CRI, color temperature and light distribution.
Average energy savings 50%
Fixture life lasts up to 3 times longer than current Fluorescent technology
Reduce maintenance costs
Improve security through better CRI, color temperature and light distribution.
Average energy savings 50%
Fixture life lasts up to 7 times longer than current HID technology
Reduce maintenance costs
Before
After
Before
After

9. Danfoss Magnetic Bearing Compressor
Cooling
Danfoss Magnetic Bearing Compressor
Geothermal
Magnetic Bearing Chillers
Variable Refrigerant Flow
Better Economizer Control
Air to Air Heat Recovery
Desiccant dehumidification

10. Heating Before After High efficiency boilers/furnaces
Outdoor air hot water temperature reset
Heat recovery
Exhaust air
Boiler flue gas
Steam trap replacement
Burner Controls

11. Building Controls (EMS, BAS)
Building Control Examples
Temperature set back
Optimal start/stop
Occupancy sensors
Daylighting controls
CO2 Monitoring and fresh air control

12. Other Energy Conservation Opportunities
Free Cooling – air and water side
Computer power management software
Water conservation (W/S charges)
Re/Retrocommissioning
Process improvements (manufacturing)

13. Project History – Orleans County, NY
Energy Conservation Measures Implemented in 2013
New/Replacement Boilers
Lamps
Gas-fired Water Heaters
Boiler Modifications
Hot Water Piping/Distribution
Piping/Steam Distribution
Water Heater Replacement/Upgrade
Pumps & Priming Systems
Laundry Equipment
Energy Management Systems
Commissioning
Equipment Scheduling Controls
Insulation/Weather Proofing
Low-flow Showers/Faucets
Controls/Motion Sensors
Lighting Retrofit
Low-flow Toilets/Urinals
Ballasts
Water Conservation
Exit Signs
6% Electrical Savings | 19.3% Natural Gas Savings
9.1% Water Savings | 14 year payback
Looking for approval this month for a
solar array that will offset remaining electrical use.

14. Renewing the Energy Vision (REV)
REV 2030 TARGETS
50% of all New York’s energy will be generated from renewable sources
23% reduction in energy consumption of buildings from 2012 levels
40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels
Clean Energy Standard’s gained PSC Approval Aug 2016

15. Call to action
What are the steps I should take to accomplish sustainable goals when it comes to energy efficiency and solar?
Identify your goals? (percentage reduction, net zero, budget neutral?)
Look to partners for energy efficiency (Consultants, Engineering Firms, Utility Programs, NYSERDA, Contractors)
Look to partners for solar (Developers, Contractors, Consultants, Engineering Firms)
Open a line of communication between your Energy Efficiency and solar partners.
Assess the feasibility of energy Efficiency and Solar.
Implement your plans
Market your success!!!