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Keys to the House: Unlocking Residential Savings With Program Models for Home Energy Upgrades

Author(s)

Energy Futures Group,

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2017

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine,

Connecticut Home Energy Savings Program. PSE&G's Home Performance Direct Program,

Kentucky Power's Modified Energy Fitness Program,

Efficiency Vermont,

Energize Connecticut,

Mass Save,

EmPOWER Maryland,

Focus on Energy,

Austin Energy

This report provides a comprehensive review and analysis of home energy upgrade programs with proven track records, focusing on those with robustly verified savings and constituting good examples for replication. This meta-analysis describes program models and implementation strategies for direct install upgrades; heating, HVAC replacement and early retirement; and comprehensive, whole-home upgrades.

Wisconsin Focus on Energy 2017 Technical Reference Manual

Author(s)

The Cadmus Group, Inc.

Publication Date

2017

Organizations or Programs

Focus on Energy

This Technical Reference Manual (TRM) defines the consensus calculations of the electric and natural gas energy savings and the electric demand reductions, achieved from installing energy efficiency and renewable energy measures that are supported by Focus on Energy programs.

Connecticut HES Air Sealing, Duct Sealing, and Insulation Practices Report

Author(s)

NMR Group, Inc.

Publication Date

2016

Organizations or Programs

Eversource,

United Illuminating,

Connecticut Home Energy Solutions (HES),

Mass Save,

National Grid,

Efficiency Maine,

Efficiency Vermont,

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)

This report identifies opportunities for Connecticut's Home Energy Solutions program (HES) to increase savings related to air sealing, duct sealing, and insulation.

Efficiency Maine Low-Income Multifamily Weatherization Evaluation Report

Author(s)

NMR Group, Inc.,

Energy Futures Group

Publication Date

2016

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

This report presents the results from a comprehensive impact and process evaluation of Efficiency Maine's Low-Income Multifamily Weatherization Program.

Efficiency Maine Multifamily Technical Reference Manual

Author(s)

Efficiency Maine Trust

Publication Date

2015

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

This Multifamily Technical Reference Manuals (TRMs) provide documentation for the Trust's calculation of energy and demand savings from energy efficiency measures.

Cost-Effective, Customer-Focused, and Contractor-Focused Data Tracking Systems

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2014

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois,

Connecticut Neighbor to Neighbor Energy Challenge

This summary from a Better Buildings Residential Network peer exchange call focused on the advantages and challenges of data tracking systems.

Efficiency Maine Home Energy Savings Program Minimum Scope of Work Form

Author(s)

Efficiency Maine

Publication Date

2014

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

This form is used to itemize energy conservation measures as an eligibility requirement under Efficiency Maine's Home Energy Savings Program.

Energy Impact Illinois Loan Program Overview Fact Sheet

Author(s)

Energy Impact Illinois

Publication Date

2014

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

Fact sheet that provides an overview of the Energy Impact Illinois Loan Program.

Energy Impact Illinois Reporting Packet for Whole Home Projects

Author(s)

Energy Impact Illinois

Publication Date

2014

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

This packet contains all the contractor reporting and verification forms required by Energy Impact Illinois.

Making Evaluations Work for Your Program: Tips for Success

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2014

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

This summary from a Better Buildings Residential Network peer exchange call focused on choosing and developing program evaluation.

Efficiency Maine Downloads and Forms Portal

Author(s)

Efficiency Maine

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

Efficiency Maine developed this online portal, where many of its program forms are available for download (e.g., program overviews and manuals, participation agreements, and related application materials).

Energy Impact Illinois Lender Matrix

Author(s)

Energy Impact Illinois

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

Matrix of participating lenders and associated loan information.

Energy Impact Illinois Loan Eligibility

Author(s)

Energy Impact Illinois

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

Flyer for contractors that explains the EI2 loan program and loan eligibility criteria.

Energy Impact Illinois Loan Process

Author(s)

Energy Impact Illinois

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

Flyer for contractors that explains the steps needed to complete the EI2 loan process.

Evaluation of the Efficiency Maine Trust Residential Direct Install Program: Final Evaluation Report

Author(s)

Opinion Dynamics Corporation

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

This report presents the results of an independent evaluation of Efficiency Maine Trust's Residential Direct Install Program for Fiscal Year 2013.

Loan Performance Data and Communication

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine,

Indianapolis Better Buildings Program,

Enhabit

This summary from a Better Buildings Residential Network peer exchange call focused on gathering and communicating loan performance data.

Opportunities through the PowerSaver Loan Program

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

This summary from a Better Buildings Residential Network peer exchange call focused on the features and eligibility of the PowerSaver Loan Program.

Quantifying the Air Quality Impacts of Energy Efficiency Policies and Programs

Author(s)

John Shenot, Regulatory Assistance Project

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Focus on Energy

This presentation answers the questions of why and how to quantify the air quality impacts of energy efficiency policies and programs.

State Energy Efficiency Program Evaluation Inventory

Author(s)

U.S. Energy Information Administration

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

AEP Ohio,

Alabama Power Company,

Alleghany Power,

Alliant-IPL,

Ameren Illinois Utilities,

Ameren Missouri,

Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Corporation,

Baltimore Gas & Electric Company,

Black Hills Energy,

Board of Public Utilities,

Bonneville Power Administration,

Centerpoint Energy Arkansas Gas,

Commonwealth Edison Company (ComED),

Consumers Energy Company,

Connecticut Energy Conservation Management Board,

Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility,

Delmarva Power & Light,

Detroit Edison Company,

Michigan Consolidated Gas Company,

Dominion North Carolina Power,

DP&L,

Duke Energy,

Duquesne Light,

Efficiency Maine,

Efficiency United,

Efficiency Vermont,

Empire District Electric Company,

Entergy Arkansas,

Entergy New Orleans,

Energy Trust of Oregon,

Eummot,

Florida Public Service Commission,

Hawaii Public Utilities Commission,

Idaho Power,

Kansas City Power & Light,

Long Island Power Authority (LIPA),

Louisiana Department of Natural Resources,

NSTAR,

National Grid,

Massachusetts Cape Light Compact,

Massachusetts Department Of Energy Resources,

Massachusetts Energy Efficiency Advisory Council,

Maryland Public Service Commission,

Metropolitan Edison Company,

Michigan Electric Cooperative Association,

Mid-American Energy,

Nevada Power Company,

New Hampshire Utilities,

Northwestern Energy,

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA),

Oklahoma Corporation Commission,

Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company,

Pacific Power,

PacifiCorp,

Peco Energy Company,

Pennsylvania Electric Company,

Pepco,

PNM,

Potomac Edison,

PPL Electric Utilities,

Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC),

National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC),

Progress Energy Carolinas,

Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC),

Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission,

Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO),

Puget Sound Energy,

Rhode Island Energy Efficiency and Resource Management,

RMP,

Rocky Mountain Power,

Salt River Project,

Sierra Pacific Power Company,

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO),

SourceGas Arkansas,

South Carolina Electric & Gas,

Southwestern Gas Corporation,

Southwestern Electric Power Company,

State Corporation Commission,

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA),

Toledo Edison,

Ohio Edison,

United Illuminating,

West Pen Power Co,

Xcel Energy

For this inventory, EIA reviewed and catalogued 329 data sources containing state energy efficiency program evaluation results into an inventory. The focus of this inventory is to support the National Energy Modeling System (NEMS) and to research cost information in state-mandated energy efficiency program evaluations.

Testing Program Messages

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2013

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

Energy Impact Illinois (EI2) conducted 1,600 phone surveys of mid- to high-income households. Its aim was to test program messaging and gauge attitudes toward home improvements and energy efficiency upgrades. The surveys provided a number of insights on the target audience's decision process.

Energy Savers: Your One Stop Shop for Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Author(s)

Peter Ludwig, CNT Energy

Publication Date

2012

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

Presentation that provides an overview of the Energy Savers Program (Illinois), including services, benefits, and success stories.

Insight from Maine Incentives

Author(s)

Efficiency Maine

Publication Date

2012

Organizations or Programs

Efficiency Maine

This presentation from Efficiency Maine shows early adopters and higher income residents tend to take advantage of large incentives, but smaller incentives may be a way to engage a broader range of income levels.

Strategies for Marketing and Driving Demand for Commercial Financing Products

Publication Date

2012

Organizations or Programs

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2),

Energize Phoenix,

Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance (GCEA),

Michigan Saves

This peer exchange call summary focused on the challenges and strategies for marketing commercial financial products and attracting financial institutions.

Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning CRIBB Communications

Author(s)

Booz and Company

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

Energy Impact Illinois

This presentation provides the results of a 1,600-person survey of mid- to high-income households conducted by Energy Impact Illinois (EI2) to gauge attitudes toward home improvements and energy efficiency upgrades.

Commercial PACE Strategies

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2)

This peer exchange call summary focused on a general overview and implementation plan of the PACE program.

Financing Programs: RFP & Contract Terms and Conditions

Link(s)

Media |

Presentation |

Transcript

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

SustainableWorks,

RePower Kitsap,

RePower Bainbridge,

RePower Bremerton,

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2),

City of San Diego Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program

This webcast discusses financing program RFPs and contract terms and conditions.

Green Madison and Me2 Consultant Survey

Author(s)

Green Madison,

Me2

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

Green Madison,

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2)

Survey for consultants participating in Green Madison and Me2 programs about their experiences with the programs.

Me2 and Green Madison Process Evaluation Plan

Author(s)

Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

Green Madison,

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2)

Example Me2 and Green Madison process evaluation plan to conduct an in-depth investigation and assessment of the major program areas.

Me2 Non-Participant/Drop Out Survey

Author(s)

Me2

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

Green Madison,

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2)

Survey for people who signed up to participate in the Me2 program for home performance assessments, but ultimately decided not to participate. The goal of the survey is to help improve services for future participants.

Me2 Participant Survey

Author(s)

Me2

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

Green Madison,

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2)

Participant survey sent to Me2 customers that have completed at least the initial Energy Advocate visit.

Who's Evaluating What? Planned Program Evaluations

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy

Publication Date

2011

Organizations or Programs

Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2)

This peer exchange call summary focused on the different types of evaluation methods for residential and commercial programs.

Model Energy Efficiency Program Impact Evaluation Guide

Author(s)

U.S. Department of Energy,

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Publication Date

2007

Organizations or Programs

National Grid,

New York Energy $mart Program,

Focus on Energy

This guide describes a structure and several model approaches for calculating energy, demand, and emissions savings resulting from energy efficiency programs that are implemented by cities, states, utilities, companies, and similar entities.