Energy Efficiency &
Conservation for Businesses
and Homes
Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Presented By:
Joe Segura
Energy Solutions and Service
April 17th, 2014
Today’s Topics
 Energy Conservation vs. Energy Efficiency
 Energy Conservation Ideas
 Energy Efficiency Rebates
 Other Services
 Demand Response
Energy Conservation vs. Energy
Efficiency…
 Energy Conservation:
 Using what you already have in the most
economical way.
 Example: Turning off Lights when Leaving the
Room
 Energy Efficiency:
 Replacing Existing Equipment with newer
equipment that uses less energy to do the same
job.
 Example: Replacing Incandescent Light Bulbs
with Compact Fluorescents
What Does the Big Picture Look Like?
Self
Generation
Demand Response
TOU Management
Energy Efficiency
Energy Conservation
Analysis
Business Operations
ENERGY CONSERVATION
For Homes
Residential Energy Conservation
 Turn off equipment, appliances and lights
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when not in use.
Keep windows and doors closed during heating
and cooling operations.
Use room fan in place of air conditioner.
Keep refrigerator coils clean and units
operating between 37°-42° F; freezers
between 0°-5° F
Wash only full loads of laundry and dishware.
Wash or rinse laundry in cold or warm water.
Residential Energy Conservation (cont)
 Set water heater to “low” (120°F); or “med”
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(140°F) if dishwasher is present.
Don’t preheat the oven before use.
Cook several complete dishes in the oven at
the same time.
Reduce swimming pool temperatures as well
as number of months of heater operation.
Keep swimming pool cleaning and heating
equipment clean and in good working
condition.
ENERGY CONSERVATION
For Businesses
Business Energy Conservation
 Put up signs in offices/rooms/bathrooms to remind employees &
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customers to turn off lights when leaving a room.
Set Thermostat at 68 during winter and 78 during summertime.
Open shades and blinds during the winter, and close them
during the summer.
Keep Doors and Windows closed while running Air Conditioning.
Try not to use compressed air for cleaning, use less intensive
methods such as blowers or sweeping. Turn off compressors
when leaving.
Ensure doors and windows have good working seals.
Business Energy Conservation (cont)
 Make sure lighting controllers (time clocks and photocells) are
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working and properly set.
Make sure exterior lights are off during the daytime.
Perform regular Maintenance on equipment to ensure it
operates at the highest level.
De-Lamp in areas with bright enough lights, and be sure to turn
off lights when day lighting is sufficient.
When possible, be sure to pump or use the least amount of
water possible (even if you are on city water this reduces the
amount they have to pump).
Inspect Refrigeration Coils on Equipment and replace Air Filters
on a regular basis.
Business Energy Conservation (cont)
 In schools, try to limit after hours activities to just a few central
zones so you can turn off HVAC for other areas.
 Do not block air flow to HVAC vents to allow system to operate
efficiently.
 Set all Computer monitors to turn off after 4 minutes instead of
running a screen saver.
 Make sure to turn off all coffee makers, copy machines,
printers, and computers when not in use or business is closed.
“ENERGY EFFICIENCY”
For Homes
Residential Energy Efficiency
 “LOW COST”:
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Install energy-saving showerheads and faucet
aerators.
Caulk/seal around any place where air can penetrate
and/or escape.
Install an Energy Star programmable thermostat to
prevent unnecessary heating and cooling. For a more
progressive approach try a Smart Thermostat
Fix defective and dripping faucets.
Wrap older water heaters and plumbing with approved
insulating materials.
Use a pool cover to prevent heat loss through
evaporation.
Residential Energy Efficiency (cont)
 “LOW COST” (cont):
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Replace Incandescent or CFL light bulbs w/ LEDs.
Install window shades and covers.
Use Energy Star hardwired indoor and outdoor light
fixtures, or consider LED equivalent replacements.
Use motion sensors for indoor and outdoor lighting.
Use dimmer switches and timers for lighting.
Provide shading for your air conditioner.
Buy Energy Star appliances and equipment whenever
applicable.
Residential Energy Efficiency (cont)
 “INVESTMENT”:
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Have heating/cooling ducts tested for air leakage.
Consider the use of a whole house fan to cool your house.
Insulate walls and attic space. The key is to educate
yourself as there are several options out there!
Consider Energy Star equipment for replacement of clothes
washers, refrigerators, water heaters
Variable Speed Pull Pump for filtration
“ENERGY EFFICIENCY”
For Businesses
Business Energy Efficiency
 Energy Efficiency Rebates
 Pre-determined (deemed) cash rebates for itemized
measures
 All business customers can use this regardless of size
 No reservations required
 Customers can do the project then apply
 Eligibility
 Must pay into Public Purpose Goods
Business Energy Efficiency Rebates (cont)
Lighting:
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Replace Incandescent Light Bulb’s/CFLs with Led Screw ins Items are available through our approved supplier list and
rebates are instant. www.pge.com/led
Replace T-12 Fluorescent Lamps (long tubes) with T8s (skinnier
bulb 1” wide) and electronic ballasts. Title 24, but still should be
done. For larger office type complex consider LED fixture
Replace high wattage Metal Halides with a T5 or T8 Fluorescent
high bay fixture. Rebate - $20-$150, for LED $100-250 per
fixture.
Highly consider LED for Exterior Lighting applications. Ensure
Photocells or Time Clocks are set properly. Rebate $40-125
Install Occupancy Sensors to turn of lights in offices, restrooms,
and other places when not in use.
Change out Old Exit Signs for LED Exit Signs.
Overview of other Program Offerings
 Customized Retrofit
(Replaces NRR)
 Used for More Complex Projects or those not eligible
for Deemed Rebates
 Incentive Levels
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Lighting $0.03/kwh
Natural Gas $1.00/therm
$0.08/kwh
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Non Lighting $0.08/kwh
Advanced Lighting (LED)
 Project Site Caps – 50% of project cost up to
$1,000,000
 Eligibility
 Must pay into Public Purpose Goods
Overview of other Program Offerings
 Customized New Construction
(Replaces Savings By Design)
 Used for construction of new facilities, expansions, or
any added load
 Incentive Levels
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RCx $0.15/kwh
 Targeted Non-Lighting
(advanced controls) $0.15/kwh,
Natural Gas $1.00/therm
 Peak KW $100.0/kw
 Offers Energy-Efficient Design Assistance at no cost
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Apply as soon as possible, preferably during pre-design
stages.
 Eligibility: Must pay into Public Purpose Goods
Rebate Application and Process Changes
 Energy Efficiency Financing (OBF)
 New separate technology catalogs
 E-rebates are now available for customers
www.pge.com
 Contact your local PG&E rep Joe Segura
directly at 209-576-6520
at
Other Services - Energy Audits
 Phone Audits
 Onsite Small Business Audits
 NRD Audits/Turn Key Solutions
 Integrated Audits
 200-500 kW completed by PG&E Staff
 Large Integrated Audits
 >500 kW completed by consultant
 Technical Assistance
 Pacific Energy Training Center/Stockton ETC
Demand Response
 Customer Requirements:
 >200 kW
 Programs Designed to Compensate
Customers to Drop Load on Critical Days
 BIP
 DBP
 AMP
 Technology Incentives/Automated Controls
 Flex Your Power Now
Thank You
Questions?