Leveraging NYSERDA Funds for Energy Efficiency Upgrades Sarah Eckstein ERS, Energy & Resource Solutions Representing Willdan Energy Solutions as a NYSERDA Outreach Contractor 1
About ERS Energy Engineering Firm with 20-Year History 65 Engineers, Analysts, Technicians and Support Staff Focused on Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Offices in MA, NY, ME, CA, OR, TX Three Main Business Areas Energy Engineering Services Energy Efficiency Program Services Program Evaluation Services 2
Agenda Introduction to the Buildings Outreach Initiative Overview of Existing Facilities Program NYSERDA EDGE Eligibility Application Process Summary and Next Steps 3
Introduction Buildings Outreach New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) State Authority promoting energy efficiency since 1975 Tasked with addressing the State s energy & environmental challenges Financial incentives for energy efficiency projects Buildings Outreach Initiative Willdan Energy Solutions and Energy & Resource Solutions Outreach contractors for NYSERDA Paid 100% by NYSERDA for targeted outreach Free resource and advocate for applicants 4
Introduction Buildings Outreach Goal: Promote NYSERDA s energy efficiency services programs through outreach and customer support. Services are at no-cost to you and can include: On site meeting to discuss and prioritize needs and objectives Identify appropriate NYSERDA funding vehicles Provide energy savings estimate and incentives amounts for identified measures Work in conjunction with facility managers, vendors and consultants Prepare NYSERDA applications Ensure positive program experience from application to final incentive payment 5
Funding Opportunities 1. New Construction (up to $1,000,000) Financial incentives for energy efficiency measures in new or substantially renovated facilities. 2. Industrial & Process Efficiency (up to $6,000,000) Financial incentives for energy-saving projects in data centers and manufacturing facilities. 3. Existing Facilities (up to $2,000,000) Funding for energy efficiency upgrades to existing facilities. 4. FlexTech (up to $1,000,000) 50% cost share for energy efficiencyrelated engineering studies, master plans, retro-commissioning, and energy efficiency management. 6
Existing Facilities Program (EFP) Overview Financial incentives for energy-saving improvements to existing commercial facilities. Two paths to incentives: 1. Performance-based Custom incentives for large capital improvements 2. Pre-qualified Fixed incentives on dollar-per-unit basis for smaller energy projects and equipment upgrades 7
Performance-Based Incentives Custom incentives for large, capital improvements to existing facilities Final payment determined by verified energy savings: Pre-installation energy usage Post-installation energy usage Incentive Rate Cash Incentive Application submitted pre-installation; funds distributed postinstallation 8
Performance-Based Incentives Incentive rate based on location and project type: Energy Conservation Measure Upstate Downstate Maximum Electric Efficiency $0.12/kWh $0.16/kWh $2 Million Energy Storage $300/kW $600/kW $2 Million Natural Gas Efficiency $15/MMBtu $20/MMBtu $200,000 Demand Response $100/kW $200/kW $2 Million Monitoring-Based Commissioning $0.05/kWh $0.05/kWh $500,000 Multiple projects installed across multiple facilities can be bundled onto one application Minimum incentive of $30,000 9
EFP: Monitoring-Based Commissioning Up to $500,000 or 50% of the project cost for annual kwh savings Offset the cost of installing technologies to monitor and alter building operations Incentive based on energy saved through operational improvements MBCx Incentives Upstate Downstate Incentive Rate $0.05/kWh $0.05/kWh 11
EFP: Demand Response Capped at $2 Million Capped at 75% of the project cost for annual kw savings Demand Response measures include, but not limited to: Load shedding controls Automation equipment New generation equipment Bonus incentives for fleet integrated demand response room AC units and load-shedding ballasts Electric Incentives Upstate Downstate Incentive Rate $100/kW $200/kW Bonus Incentives Fleet Integrated DR Room Air Conditioners $100/kW $100/kW Load-Shedding Ballast $50/kW $50/kW 12
EFP: Natural Gas Efficiency Capped at $200,000 Capped at 50% of the project cost Gas efficiency measures include, but not limited to: Furnace Replacement Water Heater Upgrades Piping Insulation Heat Recovery Boiler Replacement Steam Trap Replacement Gas Incentives Upstate Downstate Incentive Rate $15/MMBtu $20/MMBtu 13
Pre-Qualified Incentives Fixed incentives for small energy projects and equipment upgrades Up to $60,000 per facility ($30,000 max for electric improvements, $30,000 max for natural gas improvements) Apply post-installation Incentives on dollar-per-unit basis for lighting, HVAC, refrigeration, gas equipment and other categories Check NYSERDA s website for list of eligible equipment 14
EDGE PROGRAM Economic Development Growth Extension Program Offers local, regionally-based assistance to extend program outreach and access. EDGE Regional Outreach Contractors (ROCs): Act as a one-stop reference for all NYSERDA programs Match energy project needs with appropriate incentive programs Assist companies complete the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA)
CONTACT INFORMATION WESTERN REGIONAL OUTREACH CONTRACTORS (Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties) Matthew Hubacher mhubacher@buffaloniagara.org 716-842-1357 x102 Lorrie Abounader labounader@buffaloniagara.org 716-842-1357 x444
FlexTech Program Up to 50% cost share for energyrelated engineering studies including but not limited to: Energy feasibility studies Comprehensive energy analysis Benchmarking Retrocommissioning Peak load reduction Up to $1 Million per study 17
Customer Eligibility Must pay Systems Benefit Charge (SBC) Funds public initiatives Line item on most NY utility bills: Upstate (CHG&E, National Grid, NYSEG, O&R, RGE, etc.) Downstate (Con Edison) X Long Island Power Authority X 100% power from New York Power Authority 18
Project Eligibility NYSERDA s Total Resource Cost (TRC) Each project must pass TRC screening. Components needed for TRC screening include: project costs per measure, per building (motors, controls, lighting, etc) energy savings per measure, per building (motors, controls, lighting, etc) O&M savings for each measure Simple Payback Requirements Eligible EFP projects must have a simple payback of 1-18 years for EFP 19
Application Program Process 1. Application All projects must submit online Consolidated Funding Application Supporting documentation (ex: utility bill proving SBC, project scope and equipment specs) is required and varies by program Outreach contractors available for application support 2. Review NYSERDA reviews supporting documentation and approves application Performance-based energy savings verified through pre- and post-installation site visit* 3. NYSERDA issues check to applicant *M&V period may be required for large projects 20
Multi-Project Applications Projects may be bundled and submitted via one application Less paperwork Single NYSERDA point of contact during review Checks cut as projects are completed; checks issued to applicant NYSERDA Outreach support available to plan bundling projects for application 21
Summary and Next Steps The Buildings Outreach team is available to provide support that fits your needs at no cost to you to Save time and money Maximize your incentive Contact ERS to Apply Sarah Eckstein Project Consultant NYSERDA Buildings Outreach EMAIL: Seckstein@ers-inc.com Phone Number: 978-332-5029 22
Reference - Program Description and Links Existing Facilities Program. Funding for energy efficiency upgrades to existing facilities. FlexTech Program. 50% cost share for any energy efficiencyrelated engineering study (up to $1 million). Consolidated Funding Application. Online application that must be filled out for all programs. 23