revitalizing the economy by renewing our homes. the 3 e’s in action!
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Revitalizing the Economy By Renewing
our Homes.
The 3 E’s in Action!
What is America’s Largest Source ofCarbon Emissions?
IndustrialIndustrial
BuildingsBuildings
TransportationTransportation
ResidentialBuildings
21%Passenger
Cars11.5%
Carbon Dioxide Emissions From Fossil Fuel Combustion
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2030 Nationwide Goal:25% Reduction in Residential Energy
• CLIMATE: – Equivalent to taking ½ of all passenger cars off the road
• JOBS: – 1.25 million direct contracting jobs
• ENERGY: – Save as much energy as US imports yearly from Saudi Arabia
• COMMUNITY:– Keep energy dollars local and create an annuity
Energy Upgrade California
Revitalizing the Economy by Renewing our Homes
October 21, 2010
Program Overview
Energy Upgrade California
Statewide residential energy efficiency program
Statewide Collaboration• $133 million State Energy Program (SEP) & ARRA
• $116 million from Investor Owned Utility (IOU)
• $30 million for Retrofit Ramp-up (ARRA)
• $13 million from Workforce Investment Act (WIA)
• Significant funds from local governments EECBG and WIA funds
Program OverviewOne-stop shop• Benefits of Energy
Upgrades• Rebates• Finding a qualified
contractor• Workforce training• Call Center (ABAG)
ENERGY UPGRADE CALIFORNIA
Program Status
• PG&E pilot phase• Rebates available now– $1,000 for Basic Package– Up to $3,500 for Advanced
Package
• Program implementer is CBPCA (may change)
October 2010
Basic Package
Basic Package
Simple bundle Cost-effective Fundamentals
$1,000 rebate
Upgrades1. Air Sealing2. Duct Sealing3. Attic Insulation4. Pipe Insulation5. Low-Flow Showerhead6. Combustion Safety Test
Stop LeaksAir Sealing
Keeps the air you want in;Keeps outside air out
Duct SealingAir flows where it should
InsulatingAttic Insulation
Keeps home comfortable Pipe Insulation
Maintains water temperature
AdditionalLow-Flow Showerhead
Saves hot waterLowers water heating costs
Combustion SafetyEnsures safety Tested before and after
Advanced Package
Advanced Package
• Focused on performance• Customized to your home
$1,500 - $3,500 rebatebased on energy savings
Advanced Package
• Begins with an Energy Assessment• Basic fundamentals +
High efficiency furnace or AC
Water Heater
(examples)
Window Replacements
Advanced PackageEnergy Savings Rebate
15 – 19.9 % $1,500
20 – 24.9 % $2,000
25 – 29.9 % $2,500
30 – 34.9 % $3,000
35 – 39.9 % $3,500
40 % + $4,000
To Get Started
1. Visit CBPCA.org 2. Contact a PG&E
qualified contractor
Purpose
• Educate homeowners – Energy Efficiency
Principles–How it affects them
• Encourage action
How1. Energy Ambassador Party2. Presentations3. Internship4. Free Personal Energy
Review
Energy Ambassador Party
• What– Analysis of your home– Present case study– A good time
• Why– A great reason for a party– Be a Leader– Learn about your home– Upgrade your home
• Energy Evaluation $400 • Sign up at a party - $100 off• Host a party – Additional $100 off
• Your Commitment• Open up your home• Invite your network
• Our Commitment• Party Planning• Refreshments• Discount on Retrofit
Questions?
Michael CarpolEnergy Ambassador Program Coordinator
[email protected](650) 638-2323
http://www.sustainabilityhub.net/contest/energy-ambassador-home/