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Federal Tax Incentives for Energy Efficient Building Design - Webinar
By Paula Pyles and Dennis Stilger, Concord Energy Strategies, LLC
Enacted as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 ,Section 179D allows for a federal tax deduction of up to $1.80 per square foot for any newly constructed or retrofitted commercial buildings, which meets energy efficiency targets. Section 179D deductions may be available for projects put in service or retrofitted since January 1, 2006 and before December 31, 2013. For qualifying government owned buildings, the deduction can be claimed by the lead designer/s of the property. This presentation is a must see for ESCOs and performance contractors that are designing government projects.
The presentation will be delivered via email upon purchase.
Delivering a Quality Performance Contract and Energy Efficiency Project - Webinar #1
By James Bradford, Steve Lindemann, David Parry
Preparing and Implementing Effective Contracts and M&V Plans
Disputes often arise out of misunderstandings by customers over the scope of the project and the allocation of risks, costs and responsibilities set forth in the contract and M&V plan. Given the length of the performance period for most energy efficiency projects, issues may not become apparent until after energy conservation measures are installed and operational. This webinar session focuses on ways to develop clear and integrated contracts, M&V plans and strategies for working productively with customers. It will also explore methods for monitoring and ensuring compliance with the contract and M&V plan.
The presentation will be delivered via email upon purchase.
Delivering a Quality Performance Contract and Energy Efficiency Project - Webinar #2
By James Bradford, Steve Lindemann, David Parry
The Use of Assumptions and Stipulations in an M&V Plan
Assumptions and stipulations are commonly used in performance contracting. They can significantly reduce the costs, risks, and uncertainty surrounding measurement and verification. If used incorrectly, they can lead to disputes and misperceptions about the savings associated with a project. This session discusses the benefits and risks of using assumptions and stipulations, circumstances under which they are proper and defensible, and tips for utilizing them effectively in an M&V plan.
The presentation will be delivered via email upon purchase.
NAESCO's State Guidebook Series
Case Study - Modernizing Facilities & Maintaining Budgets: Energy Efficiency Retrofits in Local Government Facilities
Each book in NAESCO's new series contains case studies illustrating how an energy efficiency retrofit can reduce operating costs at the same time it upgrades the facilities and improves the working environment. Each case study contains information on energy and cost savings, project cost and method of financing, technologies employed, and M&V methodology used. The books also provide information about ESCOs and how energy performance contracting works. Published in 2001.
Case Study - Reducing Operating Costs and Improving the Facility Infrastructure: Energy Efficient Capital Upgrades in Colleges & Universities
Each book in NAESCO's new series contains case studies illustrating how an energy efficiency retrofit can reduce operating costs at the same time it upgrades the facilities and improves the working environment. Each case study contains information on energy and cost savings, project cost and method of financing, technologies employed, and M&V methodology used. The books also provide information about ESCOs and how energy performance contracting works. Published in 2001.
Meeting the Challenge: How Energy Performance Contracting Can Help Schools Provide Comfortable, Healthy, and Productive Learning Environments
By David Birr and Patricia Donahue
A "must" for any school that is considering embarking on an energy efficiency project. From preparing an RFP or RFQ through negotiation and the final decision, this publication explains how energy performance contracts can help schools meet the challenge of providing comfortable, healthy, and productive learning environments without a negative impact on the school's budget. Sample forms are also included to further simplify the process. Published in 2001.
Case Study - Reducing Operating Costs and Improving Patient Comfort: Energy Efficient Capital Upgrades in Hospitals and Medical Centers
Each book in NAESCO's new series contains case studies illustrating how an energy efficiency retrofit can reduce operating costs at the same time it upgrades the facilities and improves the working environment. Each case study contains information on energy and cost savings, project cost and method of financing, technologies employed, and M&V methodology used. The books also provide information about ESCOs and how energy performance contracting works. Published in 1999.
The Energy Efficiency Project Manual: The Customer's Guide to Upgrading Equipment While Reducing Facility Operations and Maintenance Costs through Energy Efficiency Contracting
This "how-to" guide to energy efficiency projects is one of the most complete and accurate primers written on this complex topic. It is a valuable tool to educate customers and policy makers on topics from energy efficiency contracting terminology to the effective use of the latest technology and equipment. It also provides insight into what an energy efficiency retrofit is, how it is designed and installed, and how it is financed. Standard contract provisions as well as a sample RFQ and RFP are included.
The Energy Efficiency Project Manual was prepared by NAESCO using funding from The United States Department of Energy, Energy Fitness Program. Price reflects the costs of production, printing, shipping, and handling. 102 pages. Published in 1997.
The Energy Services Industry: Revolutionizing Energy Use in the United States
Features case histories that document America's quiet revolution in the creation and application of energy resources. This publication was co-funded by the Energy Fitness Program of the U.S. Department of Energy. 59 pages. Published in 1996.