1. Energy Efficiency: Benefits to Apartment Owners & Tenants
Tim Perrin
Neil Curtis
Vermont Law School
July 28, 2010

2. Glossary of Terms Conservation: Turning the light off
Efficiency: Getting the best light in the right location in the most efficient manner
Renewable Energy: Lighting the bulb with a renewable energy source (i.e. Wind, Solar, Other)

3. Efficiency: Our most cost-effective energy resource

4. Efficiency Vermont: Who We Are
Nation’s first statewide provider of energy efficiency services
Created by the Vermont Legislature and Vermont Public Service Board in 2000
Competitively-bid, performance-based contract managed by Vermont Energy Investment Corp.

5. Efficiency Vermont: What We Do
Technical Assistance & Recommendations
Coupled with Economic Analysis
Collaborate with Architects / Contractors
Provide “Objective Expertise”
Financial Incentives & Assistance

6. Efficiency Vermont: How We’re Funded
Through an Energy Efficiency Charge (EEC) on all electric bills
Average residential customer ~$2-3 per month
Most states have energy efficiency services—typically managed by their electric utility
Other programs: charges buried in electric rates

7. Why is Energy Efficiency Relevant
Energy Efficiency Can…
Lower Operating Costs
Increase Comfort
Improve Occupant Health & Productivity
Improve Building Durability & Value
Reduce Maintenance Issues

8. Performance Issues: Heat Loss

9. Performance Issues: Moisture

10. Apartment Owner Goals = Tenant Goals Maintain building infrastructure
Reliable mechanical equipment
Reduce apartment turnover & complaints
Tenants can afford paying rent
The building doesn’t fall apart
Stay warm (and don’t have to call)
No need to look elsewhere
Reduce housing expenses
– Improve sales potential for apartments –

11. The Barrier to Implementation
Apartments suffer from “the split incentive”
Landlord owns the building
Tenant pays electric, sometimes fuel bills
What is the incentive to make changes?

13. Pluck the Low-Hanging Fruit
Compact Fluorescent Lights
Stop Uncontrolled Air Movement
Programmable Thermostat
Low-Flow Showerheads / Faucets
Annual HVAC Servicing

14. A Bit Higher Up the Tree Add More Insulation
R-38 in attic, R-19 in walls, R-10 in basement
Choose Energy Star® Appliances
Use 10-50% less energy than standard model
Remove Electric Heat & Hot Water
Costs 10-40% more than other heating sources

15. Vermont Fuel Price Report
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16. Fruit Near the Top of the Tree
New Energy Star® Windows
Heating System Replacement
Evaluate Water-Heating Options
Resizing of Air Conditioning System

17. Efficiency Vermont: Your Resource for Energy Savings
Home Performance With Energy Star
Vermont Energy Star Homes
Efficient Appliances / Lighting
Technical Assistance

18. Services: Home Performance
Comprehensive Approach
Audit and Implementation
Certified Contractors
Trained by Efficiency Vermont

19. Services: Home Performance
Energy Audit
Installation
Pre- and post- “metering”
Rebates

20. Home Performance Incentives
Measure
1-4 Units
5+ Units
Audit & air leakage reduction of at least 10%. Minimum health and safety measures
$250
$500
Heating system duct distribution improvements
$100
n/a
Heating system replacements
See HVAC rebates
Maximum total Incentive per building
$2,500
$7,500

22. Services: Rebate Programs
Lighting
“Smart” Power Strips
Energy Star Appliances
Refrigerator
Clothes washer
Air conditioner
Dehumidifier

23. Multifamily Housing Rebate Application
ENERGY STAR Refrigerator: $150 Rebate!!
FREE Water conservation
Controlled Ventilation:
$110 Rebate!!
FREE CFL’s

24. Heating & Cooling Incentives

26. When Is the Best Time to Contact Us
New appliance
Renovation
Tenant changeover
Planned repairs/upgrades
Recurring problems
Reduce energy costs

27. Questions?

28. _______________________
How to Reach Us…
Efficiency Vermont
255 S. Champlain Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
_______________________
(888) Phone