The Legacies of our Design

• Buildings fundamentally impact people’s lives and the health of the planet.

• In the US, buildings represent:– 12.2% of all potable water, or 15 trillion gallons/yr– 40% of raw materials (globally), 3 billions tons/yr.– 39% of primary energy usage– 70% of all electricity consumption

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Energy Cost Comparison, Margaret Apartments

GSHP, Solar Water Heaters Gas Furnace, ACCU, Gas Water Heaters

$8,949

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Energy Savings Reduces CO2

Incentives/Policies for Efficiency

• Federal Tax Incentives– Business Energy Investment Tax Credit (ITC)

• 30% tax credit for solar and small wind• 10% for geothermal

– Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS)• 5 year depreciation schedule.• Bonus depreciation for 2008 and 2009 allowed 50% depreciation

in 1st year. This program may be extended.– Energy Efficient Commercial Building Tax Deduction

• Up to $1.80/sqft depending on technology and energy reduction.

Incentives/Policies for Efficiency

• Utility Rebates/Incentives– OPPD - $50/ton up to $200 maximum per unit Utility

rebate for Heat Pumps plus favorable rate structure.– MUD - $100 Utility rebate for 92% efficient gas furnaces.

• See www.dsireusa.org for summary and additional information.

• Consult a tax adviser as each situation is different.

Building performance compared to expectations