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<strong>ASHRAE</strong> <strong>Level</strong> <strong>II</strong> <strong>Energy</strong> <strong>Audit</strong>:<br />
Waidner-Spahr Library, Adams Hall,<br />
Rector Science Center, Holland Union Building<br />
<strong>Summary</strong> <strong>Report</strong><br />
Prepared by:<br />
THE STONE HOUSE GROUP<br />
301 BROADWAY<br />
BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA 18015<br />
TEL 610 868 9600<br />
FAX 610 868 2272<br />
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Table of Contents<br />
1 Executive <strong>Summary</strong> ............................................................................................................... 3<br />
2 <strong>Energy</strong> Profile: Consumption, Cost, and Carbon at <strong>Dickinson</strong> College ................................. 5<br />
2.1 <strong>Energy</strong> Consumption ...................................................................................................... 5<br />
2.2 <strong>Energy</strong> Cost .................................................................................................................... 6<br />
2.3 Carbon ............................................................................................................................ 7<br />
3 <strong>Energy</strong> Conservation Measures (ECMs) ............................................................................... 9<br />
3.1 <strong>Energy</strong> Capital Investment Plan (ECIP) ......................................................................... 9<br />
3.2 Measures Considered but Not Recommended .............................................................. 9<br />
3.3 Widely-Applicable ECMs .............................................................................................. 10<br />
4 Waidner-Spahr Library ......................................................................................................... 12<br />
4.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems ................................................................................................... 12<br />
4.2 Waidner/Spahr Library <strong>Energy</strong> Capital Investment Plan (ECIP) ................................... 13<br />
4.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities ..................................................................................... 13<br />
5 Rector Science Center – James Hall ................................................................................... 15<br />
5.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems ................................................................................................... 15<br />
5.2 Rector ECIP .................................................................................................................. 15<br />
5.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities ..................................................................................... 16<br />
6 Adams Hall .......................................................................................................................... 18<br />
6.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems ................................................................................................... 18<br />
6.2 Adams ECIP ................................................................................................................. 19<br />
6.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities ..................................................................................... 19<br />
7 Holland Union Building (HUB) ............................................................................................. 20<br />
7.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems ................................................................................................... 20<br />
7.2 HUB ECIP ..................................................................................................................... 21<br />
7.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities ..................................................................................... 21<br />
Appendix A – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Library) .................................................................... 23<br />
Appendix B – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Rector) ..................................................................... 23<br />
Appendix C – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Adams) .................................................................... 23<br />
Appendix D – Detailed ECM Descriptions (HUB) ....................................................................... 23<br />
Appendix E – Full ECIP Including Rejected ECMs ..................................................................... 23<br />
Appendix F – PPL E-power Incentives ....................................................................................... 23<br />
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1 Executive <strong>Summary</strong><br />
<strong>Dickinson</strong> College, founded in 1773, is a highly selective, private residential liberal-arts<br />
college known for its innovative curriculum. Its mission is to offer students a useful<br />
education in the arts and sciences that will prepare them for lives as engaged citizens and<br />
leaders. The 180 acre campus of <strong>Dickinson</strong> College is located in the heart of Carlisle, PA<br />
In September 2009, <strong>Dickinson</strong> College (DC) announced a bold new Climate Change Action<br />
Plan with a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by twenty-five percent (25%) versus<br />
2008 levels by the year 2020. By complementing that on-site reduction with the purchase of<br />
carbon offsets and grid power from renewable sources, total “net” carbon neutrality will be<br />
achieved.<br />
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Climate Action Plan<br />
In June 2012, <strong>Dickinson</strong> College retained the services of THE STONE HOUSE GROUP (SHG)<br />
to perform an <strong>ASHRAE</strong> <strong>Level</strong> <strong>II</strong> <strong>Energy</strong> <strong>Audit</strong> in support of the Climate Action Plan. The<br />
<strong>Audit</strong> was to cover five (5) buildings on campus:<br />
Spahr Library<br />
Waidner Library<br />
Rector Science Complex (James Hall)<br />
Adams Hall<br />
Holland Union Building (HUB).<br />
This report describes the findings and recommendations developed over the course of this<br />
energy audit. During the course of multiple on-site inspections, as well as a review of the<br />
drawings and automated control system for the buildings, over 100 potential energy<br />
conservation measures (ECMs) were identified. We have compiled these measures, with<br />
input from <strong>Dickinson</strong> College operations and maintenance personnel, into an energy capital<br />
investment plan (ECIP) which can be found in Section 3 of this report. This ECIP shows the<br />
estimated capital costs and savings (consumption, cost and emissions) associated with<br />
each proposed measure.<br />
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In total, we estimate these measures will:<br />
• Cost approximately $1.2 million to implement.<br />
• Save about $330,000 on energy bills each year (at current utility rates).<br />
• Pay for themselves in 3.5 years.<br />
• Prevent the release of the equivalent of 1,900 metric tons of CO2.<br />
Gas Reduction<br />
(MMBtu)<br />
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Electric<br />
Reduction<br />
(MMBtu)<br />
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CO2<br />
Reduction<br />
(metric tons)<br />
Cost to<br />
Implement<br />
10,630 7,649 1927 $1,156,789<br />
17% cut 12% cut 13% cut<br />
Cuts are vs. 2012 fiscal year totals<br />
Annual $ Savings Payback Years Return on<br />
Investment<br />
$330,881 3.5 29%
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2 <strong>Energy</strong> Profile: Consumption, Cost, and Carbon at <strong>Dickinson</strong> College<br />
2.1 <strong>Energy</strong> Consumption<br />
THE STONE HOUSE GROUP’S energy study of <strong>Dickinson</strong> College revealed that the College is<br />
a relative champion of energy efficiency. On a per square foot basis, the College<br />
outperforms almost all peer institutions we have data for. Interviews with the facilities staff<br />
confirmed that the College has had a strong energy management focus for many years and<br />
has implemented many high ROI (low hanging fruit) projects on campus. They also operate<br />
their buildings very aggressively and try to closely match the HVAC systems operating hours<br />
to the intended use of the building. The College is aggressive during low use periods of<br />
campus (holiday breaks) and has a formal “Curtailment Program” that has been effectively<br />
used for many years to reduce temperatures and limit energy use in buildings during these<br />
times.<br />
Figure 1 shows <strong>Dickinson</strong>’s energy use, during fiscal years 2010, 2011, and 2012. Data<br />
from 21 other similar institutions was used for comparison, and <strong>Dickinson</strong> College beats<br />
almost all of them in terms of energy use per gross square feet which is a great barometer of<br />
energy and environmental stewardship.<br />
MBTU / sq. ft<br />
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250.0<br />
200.0<br />
150.0<br />
100.0<br />
50.0<br />
0.0<br />
Figure 1: <strong>Energy</strong> use in MBtu per square foot at <strong>Dickinson</strong> (shown in red)<br />
Our analysis showed, however, that on a per student basis, the College is closer to the<br />
average of 60,000 MBtu / student. Please note that “MBtu” denotes “Btu x10 3 ” (Btu is a unit<br />
of energy).<br />
Year MBtu / Student<br />
Survey Average 60,000<br />
DC 2010 53,900<br />
DC 2011 56,600<br />
DC 2012 53,500<br />
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As indicated in Figure 2, the most-consumed type of energy is electricity (49% of total).<br />
Natural gas makes up a nearly equal component; less than two percent (2%) of the<br />
College’s total consumption is in the form of fuel oil and on-site renewable resources.<br />
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Fuel Oil,<br />
1,683<br />
Natural<br />
Gas,<br />
61,909<br />
Vegetable<br />
Oil, 1,200<br />
Solar, 323<br />
Figure 2: Total <strong>Energy</strong> Use at <strong>Dickinson</strong> College, FY 2012 (MMBtu)<br />
Please note that because the numbers are larger, we have shifted to MMBtu (= Btu x10 6 )<br />
2.2 <strong>Energy</strong> Cost<br />
Electricity is not only the most-used; it is also the most expensive energy at <strong>Dickinson</strong><br />
College (see Fig. 3). Electricity coming in through the main electric meter gets a better rate<br />
than the various independent meters spread around campus; but even the main meter still<br />
costs 30% more than fuel oil and three times as much as natural gas.<br />
( $ / MMBTU )<br />
$50.00<br />
$45.00<br />
$40.00<br />
$35.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$25.00<br />
$20.00<br />
$15.00<br />
$10.00<br />
$5.00<br />
$0.00<br />
$30.33<br />
$29.11<br />
Main<br />
Electric<br />
$43.49<br />
$40.40<br />
$9.33<br />
Figure 3: Fiscal Year 2011 and 2012 <strong>Dickinson</strong> College <strong>Energy</strong> Unit Costs<br />
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$9.19<br />
Electric,<br />
62,524<br />
$22.76<br />
$23.33<br />
$18.85<br />
$20.02<br />
Independent Natural Gas Fuel Oil Campus<br />
Electric<br />
Average<br />
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The total energy cost, by source, is as follows (solar and vegetable oil have no associated<br />
yearly cost):<br />
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Natural<br />
Gas<br />
$568,797<br />
22%<br />
Fuel Oil<br />
$39,276<br />
2%<br />
Figure 4: Total <strong>Energy</strong> Expenditure, Fiscal Year 2012<br />
Unfortunately, sub-meter data was not available to provide exact numbers for every month<br />
and every fuel in the audited buildings. However, using some actual readings and some<br />
average data, we can estimate the yearly energy costs for each of the buildings.<br />
Building Estimated <strong>Energy</strong> $<br />
per year<br />
Libraries $160,000<br />
Rector $365,000<br />
Adams $43,000*<br />
HUB $220,000<br />
*From actual billing data. Average of FY10, 11, 12.<br />
2.3 Carbon<br />
We know that the College’s impact on the environment is important to <strong>Dickinson</strong>, as<br />
expressed in your 2009 Climate Change Action Plan. Figure 5 summarizes the total carbon<br />
dioxide equivalent emissions (CO2e) produced by campus consumption of natural gas, fuel<br />
oil, and grid electricity. These would be considered “Scope I” and “Scope <strong>II</strong>” emissions as<br />
defined in the College’s Climate Action Plan.<br />
The carbon dioxide “equivalent” calculation takes into account that certain gases which are<br />
emitted during power production have a more potent contribution to the greenhouse effect<br />
than CO2. For example, because methane (CH4) is twenty-five times (25x) as potent a<br />
greenhouse gas as CO2, one metric ton (MT) of emitted methane would appear in this<br />
analysis as 25 metric tons of CO2e.<br />
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Electric<br />
$1,946,833<br />
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Looking over the past three years, emissions from on campus energy consumption at<br />
<strong>Dickinson</strong> College have not changed dramatically, although close scrutiny reveals a slight<br />
increase over time from 2010 to 2012.<br />
16,000<br />
14,000<br />
12,000<br />
10,000<br />
8,000<br />
6,000<br />
4,000<br />
2,000<br />
0<br />
Figure 5: CO2 Equivalent Emissions from On-campus Electricity, Gas, and Oil Use (Metric<br />
Tons). Emission Factors per Campus Carbon Calculator v6.8<br />
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FY10 FY11 FY12<br />
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3 <strong>Energy</strong> Conservation Measures (ECMs)<br />
3.1 <strong>Energy</strong> Capital Investment Plan (ECIP)<br />
The ECIP incorporates all the energy conservation measures we have identified for<br />
consideration by <strong>Dickinson</strong> College. There are over 100 ECM’s identified, which are<br />
detailed in the Appendices. Below is a summary of all the ECM’s for the five buildings<br />
surveyed as part of this energy audit:<br />
Gas<br />
Reduction<br />
(MMBtu)<br />
Electric<br />
Reduction<br />
(MMBtu)<br />
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CO2<br />
Reduction<br />
(metric tons)<br />
Cost to<br />
Implement<br />
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Annual $<br />
Savings<br />
Payback<br />
Years<br />
Return on<br />
Investment<br />
10,630 7,649 1,927 $1,156,789 $330,881 3.5 29%<br />
Comparing these estimated reductions with the consumption numbers from the 2011-12<br />
fiscal year, we find that they represent a significant decrease in energy use. In terms of<br />
emissions, they could account for almost half of <strong>Dickinson</strong>’s target reduction.<br />
Electricity Natural Gas CO2e Dollars<br />
2012 Use (MMBtu) 62,524 61,909 14,519 $2,554,906<br />
Reduction (MMBtu) 7,649 10,630 1,927 $330,881<br />
% Savings 12.2% 17.2% 13.3% 12.9%<br />
3.2 Measures Considered but Not Recommended<br />
There were a number of potential measures which we noted during the course of the audit<br />
but which we ultimately are unable to recommend putting into action at this time. Reasons<br />
for being cut from the list ranged from lack of economic appeal to user-unfriendliness to the<br />
College operations staff just thinking something wasn’t feasible.<br />
Here we present a sample of these projects:<br />
ECM-1067, Adams Room AC Control: We initially thought it would be a good idea to outfit<br />
the student rooms in Adams with occupancy controlled air conditioners. However, due to<br />
the warm-up time required before getting cold, and potential component failure, we<br />
thought it might cause too much user dissatisfaction.<br />
ECM-1076, Adams Drain Waste Heat Recovery: We<br />
identified the shower and washing machine drainpipes as<br />
a source of heat currently wasted (from hot water) which<br />
could be captured and reused; but this would be better<br />
done in the future when the work could coincide with<br />
other renovations to save costs.<br />
ECM-1108, HUB Water-cooled Condensers: The walk-in cooler / freezers in the HUB use<br />
air-cooled condensers now, but water-cooled units could help save energy. However, we
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met with the College operations staff and this was one of the ECMs they had some<br />
reason(s) for not wanting to implement.<br />
ECM-1003, Waidner VAVs: The VAVs throughout are nearing the end of their useful life.<br />
Replace VAVs, providing DDC control with occupancy sensors (enclosed locations) and<br />
CO2 sensors (coverage for all locations).<br />
ECM-1018, Spahr Aerators for Sinks: Install aerators to reduce flow at the lavatories to<br />
reduce hot water heating energy and water consumption (currently 2.2 gpm). Also<br />
consider retrofit kits to reduce flow at the water closets (currently 1.6 gpf).<br />
ECM-1091, HUB E-cube sensors: Install eCube temperature sensors at the remaining<br />
coolers. These sensors simulate the temperature of frozen food instead of merely reading<br />
air temperature.<br />
ECM-1047, Rector Solar HW Heating: Investigate opportunities for solar hot water heating.<br />
Note that the existing hot water heating is in the north bar penthouse below the flat roof.<br />
ECM-1035, Rector Heat Exchanger Cleaning: Implement a process for heat exchanger<br />
cleaning.<br />
3.3 Widely-Applicable ECMs<br />
During our time on campus, we found that the College operations staff already keeps very<br />
tight control over many of the energy-consuming systems and aggressively pursues<br />
opportunities to reduce energy consumption. We hope that our observations and<br />
recommendations can take their efforts to the next level of effectiveness.<br />
THE STONE HOUSE GROUP engineers made several visits to inspect the facilities in question.<br />
Most of the energy saving recommendations we have developed are specific to certain<br />
systems in certain buildings, and these are discussed in subsequent sections of this report.<br />
However, we also identified several measures that were common to multiple locations, and<br />
are probably applicable to other buildings on campus that were not audited. Many of these<br />
are listed in the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Opportunities sections below.<br />
As a note of explanation, THE STONE HOUSE GROUP identifies six categories of ECMs<br />
(following six subsystems of energy management) based on our approach to providing a<br />
comprehensive energy focus for our clients. These are:<br />
• Data – The collection and management of energy use information.<br />
• Procurement – The obtaining of energy from an outside supplier or utility company.<br />
• Generation – The production of energy on site (renewable or not).<br />
• Distribution – The distribution of energy through campus or within a building.<br />
• End Use – The interaction between energy and the people using it.<br />
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• Community Involvement – The cultivation in managers, operators, and users, of an<br />
attitude that energy is not a limitless gift but a precious resource which must be<br />
conserved and managed wisely.<br />
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4 Waidner-Spahr Library<br />
4.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems<br />
Spahr Library was built in 1967 and uses much of its original system equipment to this day;<br />
some of it is no longer used but remains in place. Renovations including the addition of<br />
Waidner in 1997 brought new equipment to that side of the building.<br />
Heating / Cooling: Three Air handling units (AHUs) in Spahr<br />
provide constant volume airflow and heating/cooling with a two<br />
pipe system that switches between modes, alternately using hot<br />
water or chilled water depending on the season. Two Waidner<br />
AHUs, located in the penthouse mechanical room, are<br />
equipped with variable frequency drives (VFDs) to allow<br />
variable airflow and a four pipe system capable of simultaneous<br />
heating and cooling. A series of hot water zone pumps located<br />
in the penthouse provide heating to various zones and systems<br />
as required. The collections area in the lower level is served by<br />
dedicated systems to maintain precise temperature and<br />
humidity limits.<br />
Chilled water is piped to the libraries directly from the College central plant. Steam from the<br />
central plant is run through a heat exchanger in HUB which provides hot water to Spahr and<br />
Waidner.<br />
Spahr distributes air through a pressurized ceiling plenum with slots in the ceiling panels<br />
that provide conditioned air to the space.<br />
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Lighting: Large six-lamp fixtures covered with lenses<br />
provide over 90% of the lighting for Spahr. These appear<br />
to be original to the building. Selected stacks have<br />
supplementary lighting suspended in order to illuminate<br />
the aisles. Local lighting control is limited – switches<br />
operate large numbers of lights.<br />
Domestic Hot Water: A mix of electric and gas hot water<br />
heaters serve different areas of the library. Temperatures<br />
are kept to a minimum, and some units were off at the time of inspection.<br />
Perimeter Radiation: Spahr Library uses electric perimeter baseboard radiation, though<br />
operation is limited to reduce energy costs. The Waidner Library has hot water perimeter<br />
radiation installed around the perimeter of the building.<br />
Terminal Units: Waidner is equipped with variable air volume boxes with hot water reheat<br />
and pneumatic controls. Spahr has a number of electric reheat coils installed above the<br />
plenum ceiling but these systems are not active and are rarely if ever used for heating the<br />
building.<br />
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4.2 Waidner/Spahr Library <strong>Energy</strong> Capital Investment Plan (ECIP)<br />
The Waidner/Spahr Library ECMs include these items:<br />
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1002 1008 1009 1010 1011<br />
1012 1013 1014 1015 1016<br />
1020 1021 1022 1026 1050<br />
1136<br />
Please see Appendix A for details. The overall numbers for the Library total as follows:<br />
Gas<br />
Savings<br />
872<br />
MMBtu<br />
Electric<br />
Savings<br />
1,862<br />
MMBtu<br />
CO2e<br />
Reduction<br />
378<br />
MT<br />
Implement Annual Payback ROI<br />
Cost Savings<br />
$397,430 $62,610 6.3<br />
years<br />
16%<br />
4.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities<br />
• One of the glycol pumps appears susceptible to cavitation (suction pressure<br />
indicates zero psig upstream of several fittings; glycol feedwater is valved shut).<br />
This opportunity also exists at the zone pumps due to circuit setter placement.<br />
• Damper actuators (e.g. associated with EF-3 at penetration to mechanical room; to<br />
exterior in Spahr penthouse) do not function.<br />
• Some points (i.e. enthalpy for economizer control, a Waidner AHU mixed air<br />
temperature (MAT), exterior CO2 level) per design are not displayed at the drawings.<br />
• There does not appear to be any fresh air to the collections area.<br />
• Increase the frequency of filter replacement at the Waidner AHUs.<br />
• Provide an outlet timer (with battery backup) to reduce unit cycling and unoccupied<br />
use of the domestic hot water heater (DHWH). (Waidner electric DHWHs located at<br />
Collections and near penthouse; penthouse unit off at disconnect).<br />
• The building management system (BMS – used interchangeably with building<br />
automation system BAS) for Spahr AHU-3 indicated the outdoor air (OA) damper<br />
position at 100% OA while the discharge air temperature (DAT) was over 20° F<br />
above the outdoor air temperature (OAT) (inspection during winter month). Please<br />
review for proper operation.<br />
• The libraries are candidates to have a separate outdoor air temperature lockout on<br />
their HVAC systems. Even if the central plant has temperature setpoints and does<br />
not usually run 24 hours a day, putting a separate lockout on each building will<br />
reduce pump power expenditure and radiation losses.<br />
• We recommend installing submeters to record and track all energy use in the<br />
libraries. This information can be used to identify future performance improvement<br />
possibilities as well as confirm the impact of implemented changes.<br />
• Allowing static pressure reset on Waidner AHU-1 and AHU-2 will ease unnecessary<br />
stress on downstream components and reduce the amount of power consumed by<br />
the fans.<br />
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• Upgrading the T8 fluorescent lighting to spectrally-enhanced lamps will allow lighting<br />
power levels to be reduced without affecting lighting levels or interfering with patrons.<br />
The current lamps seem to have a correlated color temperature (CCT) of about<br />
3000; a change to 5000 should be investigated.<br />
• We recommend eliminating constant volume airflow and replacing those units with<br />
variable flow (VAV) equipment.<br />
• There may be some room for unoccupied setback in the Collections area.<br />
• Methods of reducing solar heat gain through windows should be evaluated – this will<br />
reduce the cooling load during sunny months. Low emissivity films or coatings may<br />
not be a good choice considering the construction of the windows, but interior<br />
shades or blinds would be effective and could be chosen to complement library<br />
décor.<br />
• A program of equipment sensor calibration should be developed to ensure that<br />
readings at the front end of the building management system are accurate.<br />
• A program of cleaning and inspection of strainers in the heating systems should also<br />
be implemented.<br />
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5 Rector Science Center – James Hall<br />
5.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems<br />
Air: James Hall is served by five (5) large air handling units located<br />
in the North and South mechanical penthouses. Variable air<br />
volume (VAV) boxes and exhaust air dampers throughout the<br />
building provide local temperature control as well as laboratory<br />
ventilation and pressurization requirements.<br />
Heating: The central steam plant provides low pressure steam to<br />
the building for heat during the winter months and heating hot water<br />
via two parallel heat exchangers located in the basement<br />
mechanical room. The majority of the classrooms, labs and offices<br />
are heated with VAV boxes with<br />
hot water reheats, hot water<br />
radiant panels or fan coil units. Summer reheat for the lab<br />
spaces was provided by the hot water boilers in “old”<br />
James Hall but due to flow issues was not effective. The<br />
Rector Addition project, currently under construction, is<br />
installing two hot water condensing boilers to provide<br />
reheat capability during the summer months.<br />
Cooling: Chilled water is provided from the central chiller plant to the building during the<br />
summer months and a chiller on the rooftop of the Tome science building is available for<br />
winter/shoulder season operation if needed.<br />
Lighting: Lighting throughout meets current efficiency standards, predominantly using<br />
compact and linear fluorescent fixtures. Daylight controls are available in the labs, and may<br />
be utilized to a greater extent.<br />
Domestic Hot Water: A gas-fired water heater located in the mechanical penthouse<br />
maintains the domestic hot water loop at temperature.<br />
5.2 Rector ECIP<br />
The Rector Science Center ECIP includes the following ECMs:<br />
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1034 1036 1042 1044 1045<br />
1048 1052 1054 1055 1056<br />
1058 1059 1117 1118 1133<br />
Please see Appendix B for details. The overall numbers for Rector total as follows. Rector<br />
consumes the most energy out of the buildings covered in the audit, so the savings to be<br />
realized here are the greatest:<br />
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Gas<br />
Savings<br />
6,004<br />
MMBtu<br />
Electric<br />
Savings<br />
4,548<br />
MMBtu<br />
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CO2e<br />
Reduction<br />
1,129<br />
MT<br />
Implement Annual Payback ROI<br />
Cost Savings<br />
$392,600 $194,703 2.0<br />
years<br />
50%<br />
5.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities<br />
• Shavings were observed under the HWP-2 coupling (also HWP-1 to a lesser extent).<br />
• The exhaust section of AHU-V-1 does not consistently drain properly (potential<br />
piping pitch/trap review). Water has also been observed dripping onto the floor at the<br />
supply side at times.<br />
• Variable frequency drive (VFD) fans of disconnected units remain on (North Bar<br />
AHU-1, 2 alternate). Include VFD filters during filter review.<br />
• The steam flow shown at the hot water graphic indicated negative while it was<br />
serving the heat exchangers.<br />
• SB-AHU-1 did not maintain the discharge air temperature (DAT) setpoint (or requires<br />
sensor calibration). The heating valve maintained a leaving coil temp of 60° F,<br />
although this translated to a supply air temperature of 52°, well below setpoint. Note<br />
that checks at a few VAVs (with valves closed) indicate that the supply air (SA) may<br />
be greater than 52°.<br />
• At SB-AHU-2, heating leaving temp is 60.11°, DAT is 52.21° (similar to SB-AHU-1<br />
issue).<br />
• DHWH barometric damper not balanced.<br />
• The north bar is unable to maintain the programmed supply or exhaust static with<br />
one unit in operation. Hoods at both building wings enter alarm during high demand,<br />
indicating that static pressure setpoints should also be reviewed.<br />
• Per a check of NB-AHU-1, openings were observed (for conduit) across the fan<br />
section, allowing continuous bypass around the fan. Ensure that all internal openings<br />
are effectively sealed.<br />
• Per the BMS, the preheat temperature at NB-AHU-1 was 129.66° F while the unit<br />
was not in operation. Per a visual inspection, the sensor/coil was cold.<br />
• Per the BMS, NB-AHU-1 indicated a flow of 2,336 cfm (cubic feet per minute) while<br />
the unit was not in operation. We recommend that leakage is examined and airflow<br />
measuring stations are calibrated.<br />
• Lab 2125 indicates a GEX flow of 952 cfm with the damper fully closed.<br />
• There may be an opportunity to reduce the unit heater setpoints at the penthouse,<br />
notably under the petal roof areas.<br />
• The BMS indicates that point RSC.2008.3:DAY.NGT has failed (second floor south).<br />
• The energy wheel controller at SB-AHU-1 is in alarm. The reset knob is broken.<br />
• Exterior insulation is incomplete at a portion of the wall under the North Bar petal<br />
roof, and there appears to be a small opening to the exterior.<br />
• Room 1118 indicates a failed point, and displays a DAT substantially higher than the<br />
AHU discharge with the hot water valve commanded fully closed.<br />
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• RSC.STAIR1.6 indicates a failed sensor. Per visual inspection, the display is not<br />
shown at one of the two sensors at the lower level lobby area.<br />
• Room 1109 indicates a discharge air temperature of 93° F while the hot water valve<br />
command remains fully closed. The space was found to be well above setpoint.<br />
• Room 1107 indicates a failed point at the BMS.<br />
• Fume hood monitor (RSC.118.FHM) indicates face velocity but not airflow (cfm) or<br />
sash position (both are required to calculate face velocity). There is some question<br />
whether this hood is drawing excessive air, potentially if the sash width is not input<br />
correctly.<br />
• The vivarium maintains a low space humidity with the humidifier commanded 100%<br />
open. It is possible that cycling of the steam plant reduces humidity further at night.<br />
Building design appears to require continuous steam for building reheats (after Hx)<br />
and AHU steam.<br />
• Exhaust fan EF06 was observed commanded on with no current draw or status.<br />
• One of the exhaust VAVs in room 2117 indicates an exhaust airflow of zero although<br />
the setpoint is 900 cfm. Another exhaust VAV serving this space exhausts only 132<br />
cfm (setpoint remains 900 cfm). Associated snorkels appear to be taped shut.<br />
• The supply air VAV in 1206 provides 48 cfm (less than setpoint) with the damper<br />
commanded fully open. This also applies to the exhaust air VAV in 1202<br />
• The supply air VAV in 1202 maintains a high discharge air temperature (81° F) with<br />
the valve commanded shut. This also applies to a supply VAV in 1121 and 2112.<br />
• Increase the frequency of AHU filter replacement for outside air applications. At the<br />
time of the site visit, filter loading (i.e. dirt and debris) was excessive due to outside<br />
air pulled from the adjacent construction site.<br />
• Insulate the hot water air separator.<br />
• Close the shot feeder valves when not in use. This will decrease hot water bypass<br />
and reduce heat loss through uninsulated piping.<br />
• The graphics indicated the hot water perimeter loop with a temperature drop of 0.1°<br />
F while the pump maintained 66% with the bypass closed. Investigate sensors and<br />
review opportunities for a differential pressure reset.<br />
• Install programmable thermostats (alternate DDC control) for the stair fan coil units<br />
(FCUs). Reduce temperature setpoints as applicable based on curtailment program.<br />
• A program of equipment sensor calibration should be developed to ensure that<br />
readings at the front end of the building management system are accurate.<br />
• A program of cleaning and inspection of strainers in the heating systems should also<br />
be implemented.<br />
• We noted that it seems that only one of the heat exchangers is connected to steam.<br />
Enabling steam flow to both heat exchangers will increase the heat transfer area and<br />
allow pumps to be run at a lower speed.<br />
• We recommend installing submeters to record and track all energy use in the<br />
science center. This information can be used to identify future performance<br />
improvement possibilities as well as confirm the impact of implemented changes.<br />
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6 Adams Hall<br />
6.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems<br />
Air: Dorm rooms are provided with operable windows to allow natural ventilation to the<br />
spaces. Building exhaust fans are restricted to toilets and temperature control of unoccupied<br />
spaces.<br />
Heating: Adams Hall is not connected to the central plant – two<br />
dedicated boilers provide hot water for the radiant heaters in the<br />
building, and maintain<br />
redundant capacity. The<br />
boilers are provided with<br />
dual-fuel capability to take<br />
advantage of low,<br />
interruptible gas rates. Zone pumps located in the<br />
basement currently operate based on outdoor air<br />
conditions. However, BAS control is being provided to<br />
allow scheduled setback as well as improved system<br />
monitoring.<br />
Cooling: Student rooms are equipped with local air conditioners during the warmer months.<br />
Air conditioners are owned and maintained by the College.<br />
Lighting: Lighting throughout has not been upgraded with advances in lighting technology,<br />
and with most lighting power consumed by T12 fixtures. Occupancy sensors are not utilized<br />
at dorm rooms or circulation areas, and present some opportunity for savings in addition to<br />
fixture modernization.<br />
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Domestic Hot Water: Two gas-fired water heaters<br />
located in the basement mechanical room distribute hot<br />
water throughout the building. Capacity is available to<br />
maintain peak hot water flows to restroom fixtures,<br />
which present some opportunity for flow reduction. A<br />
hot water recirculation pump maintains the loop<br />
temperature during periods of low use. Adjustment is<br />
available through an existing aquastat to allow energy<br />
savings through controlled setback.<br />
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6.2 Adams ECIP<br />
We recommend considering these ECMs for Adams Hall:<br />
1060 1064 1065 1068 1069<br />
1071 1073 1074 1075 1114<br />
1121<br />
Please see Appendix C for details. The overall numbers for Adams total as follows:<br />
Gas<br />
Savings<br />
446<br />
MMBtu<br />
Electric<br />
Savings<br />
226<br />
MMBtu<br />
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CO2e<br />
Reduction<br />
64<br />
MT<br />
Implement Annual Payback ROI<br />
Cost Savings<br />
$109,066 $11,178 9.8<br />
years<br />
10%<br />
6.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities<br />
• Review boiler combustion efficiency reports. Operate boiler with increased efficiency<br />
rather than regular switchover. Adjust airflow to the mechanical room as needed to<br />
optimize boiler efficiency.<br />
• Implement program for recording efficiencies and age of building appliances (student<br />
refrigerators, microwaves and air conditioners) to optimize with replacement<br />
schedule and payback opportunities.<br />
• Install a thermal mixing valve to reduce water distribution temperature (serves<br />
lavatories and washing machines). There may be an opportunity to reduce tank<br />
temperature. Note that some standards recommend tank temperatures higher than<br />
distributions temperatures to prevent Legionella.<br />
• Install thermostatic valves in the dorm rooms to cut down on excessive runtime of<br />
heating. A review of piping configuration is required to ensure this is viable.<br />
• Clean radiators (conditions vary) and exhaust ductwork.<br />
• Cap openings to the exterior at the 4th floor fan room.<br />
• Dual-flush valves can be retrofitted onto existing water closets to provide a low-flow<br />
option.<br />
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7 Holland Union Building (HUB)<br />
7.1 <strong>Summary</strong> of Systems<br />
Air: With a large variety of room types and usage schedules, air handling in HUB is a mixand-match<br />
affair with 21 different units serving various areas throughout the building. The<br />
basement public areas are served primarily by AHU-1, which conditions air before dumping<br />
it into the plenum (the space between ceiling panels<br />
and floor above). Similar to Spahr Library, diffusers in<br />
the ceiling allow the air to enter spaces.<br />
Heating: Steam is provided by the central plant to a hot<br />
water heat exchanger which serves HUB. A separate<br />
boiler in the basement produces steam for dining<br />
services use during the summer when the central plant<br />
is shut down.<br />
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Cooling: Chilled water is provided via the central chiller plant<br />
on campus during the summer months. There are a<br />
number of smaller AHUs with minimum outdoor air rates<br />
that require cooling during the shoulder season and winter<br />
months. A chiller in the penthouse (picture to left) above the<br />
dining area provides chilled water for use in these select air<br />
handling units.<br />
Lighting: HUB lighting has been replaced using a phased approach. Lighting is<br />
predominantly linear fluorescent, with T12 fixtures remaining in portions of the lower level.<br />
Lighting control is primarily under manual control, and given the extended building schedule,<br />
lighting in some areas operates continuously.<br />
Refrigeration: Dedicated air-cooled condensers provide<br />
refrigeration for the walk-in coolers and freezers. The units are<br />
being relocated to the roof during replacement periods to allow<br />
reprogramming of the interior space. The majority of units remain<br />
in use throughout the year.<br />
Domestic Hot Water: A domestic hot water storage tank in the lower level mechanical room<br />
serves the building, with temperature maintained through the use of hot water circulation<br />
through the building loop. The tank is heated with steam from the central plant during the<br />
winter months and a local steam boiler during the summer months.<br />
Building Automation System: There is a Siemens Building Automation System (Apogee) for<br />
the building. The system was installed a few years ago but provides basic / rudimentary<br />
control of the AHUs for heating, cooling, damper control and fan start/stop, etc. There are a<br />
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number of smaller independent systems that have not been connected to the BAS and<br />
would be candidates to control automatically in the future as the College expands the use of<br />
the system in the building.<br />
7.2 HUB ECIP<br />
We recommend the following ECMs for implementation at the HUB:<br />
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1081 1083 1084 1085 1086<br />
1089 1092 1094 1097 1099<br />
1100 1102 1103 1104 1107<br />
1110 1112 1113 1115 1116<br />
1120 1122 1125 1126 1127<br />
1128 1129 1130 1131 1135<br />
Please see Appendix D for details. The overall numbers for HUB total as follows:<br />
Gas<br />
Savings<br />
2,529<br />
MMBtu<br />
Electric<br />
Savings<br />
944<br />
MMBtu<br />
CO2e<br />
Reduction<br />
340<br />
MT<br />
Implement Annual Payback ROI<br />
Cost Savings<br />
$233,493 $50,291 4.6<br />
years<br />
22%<br />
7.3 O&M Problems / Opportunities<br />
• Close gate valves serving the heat exchangers during the summer months.<br />
• A motorized damper at the data room appears to remain open to separate zones.<br />
• A condensate tank is leaking.<br />
• Cap the draw-through humidifier at AHU-16 (abandoned)<br />
• The chiller evaporator bypass was found open.<br />
• Substantial air is leaking from the AH-3 supply air flex connections.<br />
• No setback is available at the vestibule heater at Union Station, and the conditioned<br />
space is open to the plenum (no intended airflow is evident). Review opportunities to<br />
close the plenum opening, and consider setback control.<br />
• All dining area T8 fixtures remain on while doors are locked and the space receives<br />
limited or no use. Reduce space lighting when the dining hall is not in service.<br />
• Provide added control for the remaining AHUs in the BAS to provide monitoring and<br />
setpoint optimization. Outside air damper control may also be beneficial depending<br />
on intended operation.<br />
• Combined heat and power generation (CHP / cogeneration) should be considered.<br />
A previous CHP project in HUB was unsuccessful, but improvements in technology<br />
may have re-opened the door to this possibility.<br />
• Demand control ventilation, using CO2 sensors to determine how much outdoor air is<br />
supplied to the building spaces, should be considered. This type of control can<br />
significantly reduce heating and cooling load when lightly occupied.<br />
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• Office areas in the basement should be isolated to ensure that heating and cooling<br />
loads are not affected by these spaces when they are unoccupied.<br />
• Relief ducts for AHU-7 and AHU-8 should have dampers installed. Currently outside<br />
air is free to come in and conditioned air is free to leave.<br />
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Appendix A – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Library)<br />
Appendix B – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Rector)<br />
Appendix C – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Adams)<br />
Appendix D – Detailed ECM Descriptions (HUB)<br />
Appendix E – Full ECIP Including Rejected ECMs<br />
Appendix F – PPL E-power Incentives<br />
See also https://www.pplelectric.com/save-energy-and-money/rebate-and-incentiveprograms/customer-rebates-applications.aspx<br />
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Appendix A – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Library)
ECM-1002: Control of exhaust fans<br />
Description: Currently the building exhaust fans are controlled inefficiently. Instead of having<br />
them run constantly, we recommend that you control their operation with time clocks (or BAS)<br />
so that they run only while buildings are open, or with occupancy sensors which would turn<br />
them on only when the space is in use.<br />
During our inspections and interviews, it appeared that some exhaust fans run constantly, some<br />
perhaps not at all. We could not determine what areas some fans served. Although DC clearly<br />
make great efforts to avoid wasting heating and cooling energy – if some exhaust fans are being<br />
controlled improperly, treated air is being wasted. Recapturing those savings is simple if time or<br />
occupancy control is instituted.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr, Waidner exhaust fans.<br />
O&M Impact: Oversight of control setting / programming will be required.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Control equipment has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Provide trend logs on BAS to monitor performance of fan<br />
systems. If time clocks are used then manually testing will be required.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1002<br />
Exhaust Fan Control<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
5,489 81,725 7.68 1,254<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,254 $5000 4.0 years 25%
ECM-1008: Replace electric heat with HW heat<br />
Description: Local electric heaters are a relatively inefficient<br />
way to provide heat. Replacing these units with hot water<br />
radiators (baseboard radiator units or radiant panels) or fanpowered<br />
variable air volume (VAV) boxes will have positive<br />
effects on user comfort as well as energy consumption.<br />
The Spahr staff area is the area in question. Even though<br />
the heaters are only on when personnel require it; you<br />
would save energy by switching to a different technology for the times when the system is<br />
actually running. The hot water radiator option will allow an energy saving strategy further<br />
detailed in ECM-1021.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr staff area.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: VAVs have an average life expectancy of twenty (20) years. Hot water<br />
radiators have a slightly longer lifespan, averaging twenty-five (25) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Periodic testing of HVAC system for proper operation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1008<br />
Replace Electric Heat<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
21,336 (91,000) 8.13 1,445<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,445 $17,500 12.1 years 8%
ECM-1009: Convert pumps to variable flow<br />
Description: Currently the pumps send a constant volume of water through the system; whether<br />
demand is high or low this amount is always the same. Controlling pumps with a variable<br />
frequency drive (VFD) will slow the speed at which the motor must run when demand is light,<br />
resulting in a drop in electricity consumption.<br />
In support of this measure, the piping for the AHU unit coils served should be converted to twoway<br />
control with electronic actuation.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr pumps P-4, P-14, P-15.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years. Pump life cycle should also be increased because the<br />
VFD will prevent tangential forces on the pump shaft that decrease bearing and seal life.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL’s E-power Program offers an incentive of $30 per HP for<br />
qualifying projects.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1009<br />
Pump VFD<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
28,577 17.37 2,958<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$2,958 $12,500 4.2 years 24%
ECM-1010: Convert chilled water pumps to variable flow<br />
Description: Currently the chilled water (CHW) pumps serving Waidner Library<br />
AHUs pump a constant volume of water through the CHW system regardless<br />
of the demand experienced at the equipment. Controlling these pumps with a<br />
variable frequency drive (VFD) will allow the system to adjust the amount of<br />
water flowing to meet – but not exceed – the requirements at any given time.<br />
This will result in less wear and tear on the pumps and reduced electricity<br />
consumption.<br />
The chilled water pumps for both Spahr and Waidner would all benefit from this<br />
upgrade.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Waidner CHW pumps - P-16, P-17.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the inverter should<br />
have a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years. Pump life cycle should also be increased because<br />
the VFD will prevent tangential forces on the pump shaft that decrease bearing and seal life.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL’s E-power Program offers an incentive of $30 per HP for<br />
qualifying projects.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1010<br />
CHW Pump VFD<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
29,483 17.92 3,052<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$3,052 $9,000 2.9 years 34%
ECM-1011: Convert heating hot water pumps to variable flow<br />
Description: Currently the heating hot water (HW) pumps serving Waidner pump a constant<br />
volume of water to equipment regardless of the demand. Controlling these pumps with a<br />
variable frequency drive (VFD) will allow them to reduce their run speed when not heavily<br />
loaded. This will result in less use of electricity.<br />
We noted that many of the distribution pumps (both HW and CHW) are installed with balancing<br />
valves that are set to block significant amounts of flow. Installing VFDs on the motors to control<br />
the amount of flow, while opening the balance valves all the way to maximize benefit of the VFD<br />
will eliminate the wastefulness of pumping at full power while throttling back the flow in the<br />
current manner.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Waidner HW pumps - P-11, P-12.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years. Pump life cycle should also be increased because the<br />
VFD will prevent tangential forces on the pump shaft that decrease bearing and seal life.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL’s E-power Program offers an incentive of $30 per HP for<br />
qualifying projects.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1011<br />
HW Pump VFD<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
10,716 6.51 1,109<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,109 $8,500 7.7 years 13%
ECM-1012: Daylighting control for lighting<br />
Description: Why use electricity to produce light when<br />
there’s plenty of it right outside being provided by the<br />
sun? By installing controls sensitive to the amount of<br />
daylight coming into the area, you can reduce<br />
reliance on bulbs and fixtures and cut energy use.<br />
This control senses the amount of sunlight present<br />
and ramps down the power output of the electric<br />
lights to the minimum level that will maintain the<br />
desired light levels in the area, or can switch them off<br />
entirely.<br />
There are many windows around the perimeter of the libraries; during our inspection on a bright,<br />
sunny day there was more than sufficient light coming from the sun alone – yet the fixtures were<br />
all on. We understand that there is little or no localized lighting control, especially in Spahr: a<br />
small number of switches each turn on vast number of fixtures over broad areas. The inability<br />
to turn off lights in the vicinity of windows gives this ECM even more potential to provide<br />
savings.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr, Waidner – light fixtures near perimeter windows.<br />
O&M Impact: Reducing the running hours of lighting or their power output will extend bulb life,<br />
making replacements less frequent.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: This type of control equipment has an average life cycle of fifteen (15)<br />
years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Operation and maintenance of sensors.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: Rebates are available through PPL E-power Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1012<br />
Daylighting Control<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
5,127 (6,719) 2.76 474<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$474 $6,000 12.7 years 8%
ECM-1013: Upgrade lighting fixtures<br />
Description: There is still some outdated lighting remaining<br />
in the building. We recommend the replacement of these<br />
with newer, more efficient models which use substantially<br />
less energy. The main culprit in these cases is usually the<br />
T-12 type fluorescent lamp. This was the industry standard<br />
in the recent past, but has been superseded by better<br />
technology today – particularly T-8 and T-5 fluorescents.<br />
These offer improved efficiency without the increase in price to cutting-edge lighting such as<br />
LEDs.<br />
Thanks to recent renovations, this is by no means a widespread issue in the libraries. However,<br />
a few straggler T-12 fluorescent bulbs were found. These should be replaced with T-8 or better.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr, near elevator on bottom floor.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Test with light sensor the footcandle reading before retrofit and<br />
after to ensure adequate light. Measure reduction in amp draw to fixtures as well.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1013<br />
Lighting Upgrade<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
329 0.2 34<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$34 $150 4.4 years 23%
ECM-1014: Use extended surface area filters in air handling units<br />
(AHUs)<br />
Description: When air handling units bring in outside air, they bring<br />
with it all manner of dirt, debris, and other unwanted matter. All AHUs<br />
have filters, but some filters are more effective than others. We<br />
recommend installing a filter with an extended surface area which will<br />
allow it to trap more foreign matter. Instead of being flat, ridges and<br />
valleys effectively broaden the surface in contact with the airstream.<br />
This additional area also adds significantly to the useful life of the filter, making replacement<br />
less frequent.<br />
By increasing the area of the filters, an AHU fan won’t have to work as hard to push (or pull) air<br />
into the system; so it consumes less energy. Although they have a higher initial cost, extended<br />
surface air filters require a smaller pressure drop to pass air through them and consequently<br />
decrease the power needed by the fan motor.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Waidner AHU-1, AHU-2.<br />
O&M Impact: Longer life of the new filters should mean that they need to be inspected less<br />
often. Inspections notwithstanding, they will also need to be changed less often.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Filter life depends primarily on the amount of material in the local air and<br />
the numbers of hours the equipment is run.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Static pressure measurements can confirm the expected<br />
reduction in drop across the filter.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1014<br />
Extended Surface Area Filters<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
18,785 11.42 744<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$744 $2,000 2.7 years 37%
ECM-1015: Occupancy / vacancy sensors for stack lighting<br />
Description: An ordinary light switch puts all responsibility for<br />
energy use on the users in a room, and takes away the power of<br />
your O&M staff to regulate electricity consumption there. Turning<br />
the lights on when you come in and turning them off again when<br />
going out is the best way to ensure that not a single watt too many<br />
is used; but it’s far too easy to forget to flip the switch when you<br />
leave. Installing sensors to turn on the lights on when people are in<br />
a space (occupancy sensor) or to turn off the lights after no one is<br />
left (vacancy sensor) is the best way to bridge the gap between<br />
total user control (or lack thereof) and micromanagement by staff.<br />
Some of the book stack areas have lighting units suspended above aisles of books; these<br />
appear to remain on constantly, even if no one enters a given aisle during the course of an<br />
entire day. Putting sensors in these locations to turn on the lights only when in use will reduce<br />
electricity consumption.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr and Waidner: stack areas.<br />
O&M Impact: Reducing the running hours of lighting or their power output will extend bulb life,<br />
making replacements less frequent.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Sensor life is estimated to be ten (10) years, but should lead to<br />
increased lamp life of the fixtures.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor inspection and testing training.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Post-installation testing of sensor efficiency.<br />
Rebates/Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentive of $45 per sensor (not to exceed<br />
cost) is available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1015<br />
Stack Lighting Occupancy Sensors<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
6,147 (5,666) 3.43 589<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$589 $2,850 4.8 years 21%
ECM-1016: Occupancy / Vacancy sensors for study rooms<br />
Description: An ordinary light switch puts all responsibility for energy use on the users in a room,<br />
and takes away the power of your O&M staff to regulate electricity consumption there. Turning<br />
the lights on when you come in and turning them off again when going out is the best way to<br />
ensure that not a single watt too many is used; but it’s far too easy to forget to flip the switch<br />
when you leave. Installing sensors to turn on the lights on when people are in a space<br />
(occupancy sensor) or to turn off the lights after no one is left (vacancy sensor) is the best way<br />
to bridge the gap between total user control (or lack thereof) and micromanagement by staff.<br />
We noted that the study rooms in the libraries sometimes had lights on even though no one was<br />
using them. Putting sensors in these rooms to turn off the lights when not in use (or turn them<br />
on only when in use), will cut electricity consumption.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Waidner: study rooms.<br />
O&M Impact: Reducing the running hours of lighting or their power output will extend bulb life,<br />
making replacements less frequent.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Sensor life is estimated to be ten (10) years, but should lead to<br />
increased lamp life of the fixtures.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor inspection and testing training.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Post-installation testing of sensor efficiency.<br />
Rebates/Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentive of $45 per sensor (not to exceed<br />
cost) is available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1016<br />
Study Room Occupancy Sensors<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
146 (164) 0.08 14<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$14 $400 29.2 years 3%
ECM-1020: Convert AC unit from vane regulation to<br />
VFD control<br />
Description: Currently the air conditioning unit controls the<br />
amount of supply air via an inlet guide vane. This opens<br />
and closes its dampers to allow more or less air in,<br />
depending on the current airflow requirements. However,<br />
installing a variable frequency drive (VFD) on the fan motor<br />
to take over this regulatory function will allow greater<br />
control and improved energy savings.<br />
The unit in question is the newest air conditioner in the Spahr penthouse, AC-4, which has a 15<br />
horsepower (hp) motor.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: AC-4<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years. Fan life cycle should also be increased because the VFD<br />
will prevent tangential forces on the fan shaft that decrease bearing and seal life.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL’s E-power Program offers an incentive of $30 per HP for<br />
qualifying projects.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1020<br />
AC-4 to VFD Control<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
28,215 17.15 2,920<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$2,920 $6,500 2.2 years 45%
ECM-1021: Spahr heating strategy<br />
Description: After converting Spahr perimeter electric<br />
heat to hydronic (baseboard radiators or radiant panel<br />
heat – see ECM-1008), we recommend that the<br />
College install variable frequency drives (VFDs) on<br />
Spahr units AHU-1 and AHU-2. This will allow<br />
reduced airflow in the heating mode with proportional<br />
(PID) control relative to zone temperature. PID control<br />
is a method which uses feedback from a space to<br />
stable system behavior in close alignment with the desired setpoints.<br />
Alternatively, implement fan cycling for Spahr units AHU-1 and AHU-2 such that the fans remain<br />
off (and valves closed) when space temperature and CO2 levels are acceptable. Ensure that<br />
perimeter heat (now that it will be hot water) is the primary stage of heating. Savings can be<br />
realized through reduced fan and hot water energy consumption in the heating months. Comfort<br />
control can be improved through extended operation of perimeter heat.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr AHU-1, AHU-2.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
CO2 sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years. Fan life cycle should also be increased because the VFD<br />
will prevent tangential forces on the fan shaft that decrease bearing and seal life.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL’s E-power Program offers an incentive of $30 per HP for<br />
qualifying projects.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1021<br />
Hydronic Heat Strategy<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
100,015 (426,563) 38.13 6,772<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$6,772 $74,660 11.0 years 9%
ECM-1022: Bypass Spahr ceiling lighting<br />
Description: Due to the nature of the ceiling construction in<br />
Spahr library, lighting changes are probably very difficult.<br />
However, the fixtures in the ceiling are not ideal because<br />
they are relatively inefficient and they are not controlled on<br />
a local level – they all switch on regardless of what areas<br />
need to be on at any given time. We have identified an<br />
option for improvement over the current system.<br />
This strategy dovetails with ECM-1015, which discussed fitting the existing between-stack<br />
lighting with sensors to turn them on and off based on user presence. Taking that one step<br />
further, since it would be too expensive to take out the fixtures themselves, we suggest taking<br />
the lamps (bulbs) out of the existing fixtures and installing high-efficiency between-stack lighting<br />
with occupancy sensors to serve the entire stack area.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Spahr library.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting has an average life cycle of twenty (20) years. Wiring can be<br />
expected to last at least thirty-five (35) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Test with light sensor the footcandle reading before retrofit and<br />
after to ensure adequate light. Measure reduction in amp draw to fixtures as well.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1022<br />
Bypass Spahr Ceiling Lighting<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
112,863 68.59 11,682<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$11,682 $211,995 18.1 years 6%
ECM-1026: Timed light switching<br />
Description: Similar to putting lights on a sensor-controlled<br />
switch, putting them on a time-controlled switch will reduce the<br />
amount of time during which they are consuming energy. A<br />
time control can be set to automatically turn lights off when a<br />
building or a space is not scheduled to be in use, and turn them<br />
back on again when users will be present.<br />
This ECM is for the collections area. We recommend putting<br />
the staff area lights on a timer so that are not on when the room is closed.<br />
One thing that might be worth noting is that turning off lights actually removes a heat source<br />
from a space. Subsequently, air handling equipment may cycle on more to make up the<br />
difference – leading to a decrease in overall energy use and cost but an increase in heating<br />
energy consumption.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Waidner library, collections area.<br />
O&M Impact: Additional switching should extend the life of the lighting by reducing runtime.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Switches have an average life cycle of twenty-five (25) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Using the timer.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Verification of time control device operation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1026<br />
Timed Lighting<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
2,686 (1,152) 1.57 268<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$268 $375 1.4 years 72%
ECM-1050: AHU-Radiant heat coordination<br />
Description: AHUs throughout Waidner and<br />
Spahr were observed in economizer operation<br />
while the radiant heating zones of both buildings<br />
were active. If the controls of the AHUs are<br />
telling them it is not necessary to heat, but the<br />
radiant heaters think it is time to turn on, a conflict<br />
exists that can potentially waste energy.<br />
Consider reviewing applicable setpoints and<br />
adjusting deadbands to reduce competition for<br />
temperature. (“deadband” is the temperature range which is too hot to require heating but too<br />
cool to require cooling) This may mean setting AHUs to come on at a higher temperature or<br />
setting radiant heat to come on at a lower temperature. It should be possible to ensure that<br />
systems are acting in concert instead of against each other.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Library AHUs and radiation heating.<br />
O&M Impact: Monitoring of setpoints or other control methods of AHUs and radiant heat.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: One (1) year.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Train maintenance personnel on overall system operation and<br />
importance of having consistent setpoints for multiple systems serving a single space.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Verification of system operation and control setpoints. Provide<br />
trend logs to monitor performance.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1050<br />
Heating Coordination<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
110,824 522,420 95.09 15,855<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$15,855 $0 0 years
ECM-1136: Retrocommissioning (RCx) of HVAC Systems<br />
Description: Retrocommissioning (RCx) is a process of testing and measurement to verify that<br />
systems are still meeting their design intent. As years pass, even finely-tuned systems can<br />
slowly drift away from ideal conditions and it becomes harder for them to hit their target<br />
temperatures, airflows, and other setpoints. RCx acts as a tune-up, identifying where<br />
weaknesses and non-functionalities have developed and allows recommendations to be made<br />
that will improve system performance.<br />
The savings below are estimates based on our experience and independent studies of<br />
retrocommissioning. The costs include the commissioning itself, and also an estimate for<br />
remediation of problems found. Actual results will vary depending on what issues the process<br />
finds.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: All HVAC and lighting control systems in the Libraries.<br />
O&M Impact: RCx process will lead to improved system operation and a reduction in College<br />
staff O&M for troubleshooting issues.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: We recommend that systems be commissioned every 3-5 years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Staff training should occur for any changes to sequences of<br />
operation that are implemented to improve system performance as outlined in RCx process.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Verify performance of building steam and chilled water meter and<br />
provide monthly reporting before and after Rx process.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: This ECM may be eligible for a custom rebate from PPL Epower<br />
Program if pursued.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1136<br />
Retrocommissioning<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
65,000 800,000 81.99 13,441<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$13,441 $40,000 3.0 years 34%
Appendix B – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Rector)
ECM-1034: Fully open balance valves on<br />
pumps and run with VFD<br />
Description: Balancing valves are a common<br />
way to control the discharge flow of a pump that<br />
runs at a constant speed. If the pump is<br />
moving too much water, the valve restricts the<br />
output to keep the system balanced – but this<br />
comes at the expense of running the pump at a<br />
higher speed than required. We recommend<br />
instead that the valve be fully opened and the<br />
pump be controlled through variable speed<br />
drive to modulate the amount of water being<br />
pumped.<br />
The 50 HP chilled water pumps, which we found set at 11.9 and 2.0 (i.e. 11.9% open and 2%<br />
open) could benefit greatly from being run at a lower speed rather than manually restricting the<br />
flow through the balance valve and using more energy.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: 50 HP chilled water Pumps in Rector.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: When measured over a period of time (not necessarily at any one<br />
particular instant), the power used by the motor will decrease. If this value is recorded it can be<br />
compared before and after the change.<br />
Rebates/Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1034<br />
Pump Regulation<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
17,500 10.63 1,811<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,811 $0 0 years
ECM-1036: Additional insulation<br />
Description: Insulation serves two purposes when installed on<br />
piping systems: one is keeping hot surfaces from radiating<br />
away too much of the heat from their fluids, the other is to<br />
prevent cold surfaces from becoming exposed to warm humid<br />
air – a condition which results in condensation. We recommend<br />
adding additional insulation to one or more locations in your<br />
system.<br />
Examples of good places for insulation include hot or cold water<br />
piping, hot water heaters, condensate tanks, steam traps,<br />
valves, cold water pumps, and more. In the case of the Rector<br />
Center, we particularly noted:<br />
- Removable insulating jackets should be added to steam gate valves.<br />
- Steam traps that do not operate based on temperature could also be insulated.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: The above listed equipment in Rector.<br />
O&M Impact: Insulation jackets will need to be configured to allow for removal for proper<br />
maintenance of the equipment.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Insulation has an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Not applicable.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1036<br />
Additional Insulation<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
37,464 1.99 $455<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$455 $4,180 9.2 years 11%
ECM-1042: Use extended surface area filters in air handling<br />
units (AHUs)<br />
Description: When air handling units bring in outside air, they bring<br />
with it all manner of dirt, debris, and other unwanted matter. All<br />
AHUs have filters, but some filters are more effective than others.<br />
We recommend installing a filter with an extended surface area<br />
which will allow it to trap more foreign matter. Instead of being flat,<br />
ridges and valleys effectively broaden the surface in contact with<br />
the airstream. This additional area also adds significantly to the useful life of the filter, making<br />
replacement less frequent.<br />
By increasing the area of the filters, an AHU fan won’t have to work as hard to push (or pull) air<br />
into the system; so it consumes less energy. Although they have a higher initial cost, extended<br />
surface air filters require a smaller pressure drop to pass air through them and consequently<br />
decrease the power needed by the fan motor.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector AHUs.<br />
O&M Impact: Longer life of the new filters should mean that they need to be inspected less<br />
often. Inspections notwithstanding, they will also need to be changed less often.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Filter life depends primarily on the amount of material in the local air and<br />
the numbers of hours the equipment is run.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Static pressure measurements can confirm the expected<br />
reduction in drop across the filter.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1042<br />
Extended Surface Area Filters<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
34,809 21.15 2,792<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$2,792 $8,500 3.0 years 33%
ECM-1044: Control of autoclave exhaust fan<br />
Description: Currently your exhaust fans seem to be controlled inefficiently. Instead of having<br />
them run constantly, we recommend that you control their operation with time clocks so that<br />
they run only while buildings are open, or with sensors which would turn them on only when the<br />
autoclave is in use.<br />
During our inspections and interviews, it appeared that exhaust fan EF-13 runs constantly,<br />
regardless of the condition of the space it serves.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector EF-13.<br />
O&M Impact: Oversight of control setting / programming will be required.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Control equipment has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: BAS trend log to verify performance of system and to ensure<br />
cycling off during unoccupied hours.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1044<br />
Exhaust Fan Control<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
5,456 16,122 4.17 700<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$700 $1,750 2.5 years 40%
ECM-1045: BAS control optimization<br />
Description: Controlling equipment through the building<br />
automation system (BAS) has many advantages over<br />
localized control. With data flowing into a central<br />
location, your operations staff can have more<br />
information at their fingertips and will be able to make<br />
better decisions about how to run equipment and better<br />
conclusions about how the system is operating.<br />
We found that the energy recovery wheels (ERW) on the AHUs in Rector are not currently<br />
controlled optimally by the BAS system. We recommend that they be monitored and controlled<br />
based on the actual discharge air temperature (DAT) setpoint, thereby increasing the efficiency<br />
of operation. The ERWs were observed with efficiencies below 30% due to current control for<br />
mixed air temperature setpoint. Current conditions were noted to cause steam heat to come on<br />
unnecessarily.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: <strong>Energy</strong> recovery wheels in Rector AHUs.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: A building management system generally has a life cycle of about fifteen<br />
(15) years. Newer technology and software is constantly being developed.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: BAS operation and control method to optimize performance of<br />
heat wheels.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Provide BAS trend logs and reporting to monitor performance of<br />
wheel and control set points.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1045<br />
BAS Control Optimization<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
71,239 2,837,543 193.98 37,139<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$37,139 $7,000 0.2 years 531%
ECM-1048: Condensing Hot Water Heater<br />
Description: A condensing hot water heater offers an advantage over a<br />
traditional gas-fired unit because it utilizes the exhaust gas from the<br />
burner to preheat incoming cold water. This boosts the efficiency of the<br />
unit to a level much higher than possible in a standard gas fired heater.<br />
It is recommended that the current hot water generation be replaced with<br />
these higher efficiency units.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector domestic hot water heater(s).<br />
O&M Impact: Monitoring of operation and hot water temperature setpoint control to optimize<br />
system performance.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Hot water heaters have an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Cleaning and maintenance of unit, and checking of operation.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Perform combustion efficiency tests annually to verify<br />
performance.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1048<br />
Condensing Water Heater<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
193,263 10.26 1,876<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,876 $27,000 14.4 years 7%
ECM-1052: Optimize daylighting control in labs<br />
Description: Why use electricity to produce light when there’s<br />
plenty of it right outside being provided by the sun? By<br />
installing controls sensitive to the amount of daylight coming<br />
into the area, you can reduce reliance on bulbs and fixtures.<br />
These controls sense the amount of sunlight present and ramp<br />
down the power output of the electric lights to the minimum<br />
(not necessarily “off”) that will maintain the desired light levels<br />
in the area.<br />
Lab space in Rector already uses daylighting control and has<br />
lights that are on dimmable ballasts. However, we noted that<br />
the room light levels remain high to reduce fluctuations caused<br />
by passing clouds, etc. We recommend that you reduce the daylighting minimum threshold and<br />
reduce the dimming rate to help account for sudden changes without relying on simply keeping<br />
lights on at high levels. Additional benefits can be realized by reducing the occupancy sensor<br />
minimum runtime.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector labs lighting.<br />
O&M Impact: Reducing the running hours or lighting output will extend bulb life, making<br />
replacements less frequent.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: This type of control has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Staff should be trained on the room dimming systems and<br />
operation of daylight sensors.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Verify performance before and after with light meter in space to<br />
ensure adequate lighting for occupants.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None – system is already installed.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1052<br />
Optimize Daylighting Control (Labs)<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
11,777 (15,435) 6.34 1,089<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,089 $1,500 1.4 years 73%
ECM-1054: <strong>Energy</strong> miser for vending machines<br />
Description: A vending machine is basically a refrigerator; and<br />
refrigerators use a lot of energy. Since the contents are nonperishable,<br />
there is no need to keep them at the absolute lowest<br />
possible temperature while no one is around to drink them (with the<br />
exception of dairy products). An energy miser connects the machine<br />
to an infrared sensor that detects when no one is around and turns off<br />
the power. The better miser units periodically allow a brief cooling<br />
cycle to meet the minimum requirements set by beverage<br />
manufacturers for their drinks’ sale.<br />
In an academic building that is not occupied at night, this type of measure makes a lot of sense<br />
because no one is around to purchase drinks for long stretches of time.<br />
Student polls at <strong>Dickinson</strong> support the use of this particular energy conservation measure.<br />
Please consult the vendor before installing sensors.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector vending machines.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced run hours will extend life of vending machine compressors.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: This type of sensor has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor operation and control methodology.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Timers can be installed to monitor vending machine run hours to<br />
verify performance after sensor installation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1054<br />
Vending <strong>Energy</strong> Miser<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
850 0.52 88<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$88 $200 2.3 years 44%
ECM-1055: Optimize daylighting control in lobby<br />
Description: Why use electricity to produce light when there’s plenty of it right outside being<br />
provided by the sun? By installing controls sensitive to the amount of daylight coming into the<br />
area, you can reduce reliance on bulbs and fixtures. These controls sense the amount of<br />
sunlight present and ramp down the power output of the electric lights to the minimum (not<br />
necessarily “off”) that will maintain the desired light levels in the area.<br />
Like the labs (see ECM-1052), lobby space in Rector already uses daylighting control.<br />
However, we noted that the room light level thresholds could be adjusted. Please also ensure<br />
that all required circuits are connected.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector lobby lighting.<br />
O&M Impact: Reducing the running hours or lighting output will extend bulb life, making<br />
replacements less frequent.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: This type of control has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Staff should be trained on the room dimming systems and<br />
operation of daylight sensors.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Verify performance before and after with light meter in space to<br />
ensure adequate lighting for occupants.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None – system is already installed.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1055<br />
Optimize Daylighting Control (Lobby)<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
3,310 (4,386) 1.78 306<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$306 $600 2.0 years 51%
ECM-1056: Occupancy / vacancy sensors in labs<br />
Description: In lab spaces the savings are amplified as the<br />
occupancy/vacancy sensors allow the lab airflow rate (air changes per<br />
hour or “ACH”) to be reduced during unoccupied periods.<br />
The savings for this project in the science labs are listed below, but we<br />
consider the more expansive measure, ECM-1118, to be indicative of the<br />
full savings potential in the labs. The results shown here should not be<br />
considered additive.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Science labs in Rector.<br />
O&M Impact: Lower airflows result in reduced wear and tear on equipment and less frequent<br />
filter changes, etc.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Train staff on control strategy and significance of reducing ACH<br />
rates and temperatures during unoccupied hours.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Provide trend logs of lab airflow and temperatures before and<br />
after sensor installation to verify proper operation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: This ECM may be eligible for a custom incentive from PPL Epower<br />
Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1056<br />
Occupancy Sensors in Labs<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
595,026 1,051,476 417.44 70,410<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$70,410 $60,000 0.9 years 117%
ECM-1058: Optimize control of AHU-V-1 (Vivarium)<br />
Description: Temperature setpoints controlling the heat plate<br />
(dampers) and steam do not appear optimized for discharge air<br />
temperature control.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector AHU-V-1.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: A building management system generally has a life cycle of about fifteen<br />
(15) years. Newer technology and software is constantly being developed.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: BAS operation and control method to optimize performance of<br />
heat wheels.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Provide BAS trend logs and reporting to monitor performance of<br />
wheel and control set points.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1058<br />
Optimize Control of AHU-V-1<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
9,094 387,736 26.12 5,008<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$5,008 $3,500 0.7 years 143%
ECM-1059: Retrocommissioning (RCx) of HVAC Systems<br />
Description: Retrocommissioning (RCx) is a process of testing and measurement to verify that<br />
systems are still meeting their design intent. As years pass, even finely-tuned systems can<br />
slowly drift away from ideal conditions and it becomes harder for them to hit their target<br />
temperatures, airflows, and other setpoints. RCx acts as a tune-up, identifying where<br />
weaknesses and non-functionalities have developed and allows recommendations to be made<br />
that will improve system performance.<br />
It was noted that a number of sensors and control sequences in Rector appear to be<br />
experiencing problems, as well as valves and dampers which are not functioning properly. RCx<br />
can act as a first step to solving these issues. Retrocommissioning would also open up the floor<br />
to a close analysis of lab airflows, which will warrant not only verification but possibly a rethinking<br />
of the design requirements.<br />
The costs and savings below are estimates based on our experience and independent studies<br />
of retrocommissioning. Actual results will vary depending on what issues the process finds.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: All HVAC and lighting control systems in Rector.<br />
O&M Impact: RCx process will lead to improved system operation and a reduction in College<br />
staff O&M for troubleshooting issues.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: We recommend that systems be commissioned every 3-5 years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Staff training should occur for any changes to sequences of<br />
operation that are implemented to improve system performance as outlined in RCx process.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Verify performance of building steam and chilled water meter and<br />
provide monthly reporting before and after Rx process.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: This ECM may be eligible for a custom rebate from PPL Epower<br />
Program if pursued.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1059<br />
Retrocommissioning<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
150,000 1,250,000 157.54 26,015<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$26,015 $65,000 2.5 years 40%
ECM-1117: Unoccupied setback<br />
Description: There is no need to have temperature or humidity conditions held constantly to<br />
occupancy requirements when no one is using a space. We recommend allowing the system to<br />
setback to a lower setpoint at night or during other low- or non-use periods. For example, if a<br />
normal space temperature heating setpoint is 72°F when occupied, then during unoccupied<br />
times it should not be a problem to let the space temperature drift down to 60°F.<br />
Even if students are coming in to use the building after regular class hours, airflows and<br />
temperatures in offices can certainly be set back. Even common areas could have their settings<br />
relaxed a little, possibly in connection with occupancy sensors.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Ten (10) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Provide BAS trend logs to verify proper operation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1117<br />
Unoccupied Setback<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
1,756 96,306 6.18 990<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$990 $2,000 2.0 years 49%
ECM-1118: Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Demand controlled ventilation for labs<br />
Description: Conventional lab design requires high levels of ventilation air to minimum air<br />
change rates regardless of the current conditions or chemical exposure in the space. The<br />
quantity of air changes varies between different standards, some of which refute the air change<br />
method due to the high and arbitrary volumes required, which increase noise, energy<br />
consumption and the capital cost of ventilation systems due to increased capacity requirements.<br />
In the same method as a demand controlled ventilation sequence, VOC sensors in the lab can<br />
be installed to adjust the airflow to ensure that conditions are acceptable, resetting to the<br />
maximum only in the event of chemical spillage or high exposure. At other times, the airflow will<br />
control at a lower ventilation rate, and increase as required for space cooling. Implementation of<br />
this project will yield the highest savings once the hood minimum flows are reduced, such that<br />
these will not be a limiting factor in the reduction of airflow.<br />
Coordinating the ventilation of lab space<br />
with the readings from sensors<br />
represents an opportunity to reduce the<br />
amount of airflow and cut down on<br />
unnecessarily conditioning air.<br />
The figures below include savings<br />
associated with ECM 1057. This project<br />
can be considered to supersede ECM-<br />
1056.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector labs.<br />
O&M Impact: Re-commissioning of VOC sensor and controller.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Sensors have an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Determine acceptable VOC levels.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates/Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1118<br />
Demand Control Ventilation<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
964,335 1,205,544 650.06 109,928<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$109,928 $263,250 2.4 years 42%
ECM-1133: Synchronous belt drive<br />
Description: In most air handling equipment, a motor is not<br />
directly in contact with the fan it is turning. A rubber belt<br />
transmits the power of the motor into the rotation of the fan.<br />
Ordinary smooth fan belts rely on the distance between the<br />
motor shaft and the fan shaft to produce a tension to keep<br />
the belt in place. However, under demanding conditions,<br />
these smooth belts can slip and some of the power will be<br />
lost. This can add up to several percent over the course of a year.<br />
A synchronous belt (see picture) is more like a bicycle chain; it has teeth that mesh with teeth in<br />
pulleys on the shafts to eliminate slippage and ensure that all the power in the motor shaft goes<br />
into the fan shaft. New pulleys would be required, and synchronous belts are more expensive<br />
than regular smooth belts – but by preventing power loss payback is quickly achieved.<br />
Because these belts operate at a lower tension, they could be subject to problems when a VFDpowered<br />
unit ramps up or performs a soft start / stop. Implementing this change only on<br />
redundant units would add a level of caution.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Rector AHUs.<br />
O&M Impact: Installing a synchronous drive will reduce the frequency of belt adjustments and<br />
replacements; it is also likely to reduce the forces on the motor and fan, resulting for longer<br />
service life of that equipment as well.<br />
Expected Life of ECM:<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Installation and maintenance of synchronous belts.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates/Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1133<br />
Synchronous Drives<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
80,345 48.83 8,316<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$8,316 $8,120 1.0 years 102%
Appendix C – Detailed ECM Descriptions (Adams)
ECM-1060: Occupancy / vacancy sensors for lighting - corridors<br />
Description: An ordinary light switch puts all responsibility for energy use<br />
on the users in a room, and takes away the power of your O&M staff to<br />
regulate electricity consumption there. Turning the lights on when you<br />
come in and turning them off again when going out is the best way to<br />
ensure that not a single watt too many is used; but it’s far too easy to forget<br />
to flip the switch when you leave.<br />
For many users it’s not even a matter of forgetting – it’s a matter of not<br />
being aware of that responsibility or not caring. Installing sensors to turn on the lights when<br />
people are in a room (occupancy) or to turn off the lights after no one is left (vacancy) is the best<br />
way to bridge the gap between total user control (or lack thereof) and time-consuming<br />
micromanagement by staff.<br />
Adams Hall features bi-level lighting. Half the lights are controlled by one switch and half are<br />
controlled by another. Adding occupancy / vacancy sensors to one level of lighting would allow<br />
a certain level of lighting to remain on at all times (if necessary) while lighting above and beyond<br />
that would turn off when not necessary.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams corridors.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping requirements.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Sensor life is estimated to be ten (10) years, but should lead to<br />
increased lamp life of the fixtures.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor inspection and testing training.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Post-installation testing of sensor efficiency.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: Rebates are available through PPL’s E-power Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1060<br />
Occupancy / Vacancy Sensors on Lighting<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
20,461 (23,322) 11.2 1,891<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,891 $5,500 2.9 years 34%
ECM-1064: Isolate boilers<br />
Description: When multiple boilers are connected in parallel, the heating capacity of the system<br />
can be maximized – but waste must be avoided. If only one boiler is operating, the second<br />
should be isolated by closing the valves at connections to prevent hot water from cycling<br />
through it. This creates unnecessary losses from heat radiation.<br />
In Adams Hall, both boilers remain hot although they appear to be installed with significant<br />
redundancy. During times when one boiler is sufficient, it is suggested that redundant boilers<br />
are isolated from each other at valves to reduce radiant losses and avoid increased lead boiler<br />
energy use from unnecessary blending.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams boilers.<br />
O&M Impact: Unless this control is automated, staff will have to monitor the boiler usage and<br />
open / close valves as necessary to meet demand.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Permanent.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Boiler valving.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1064<br />
Isolate Boilers<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
50,744 2.69 493<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$493 $0 0 years
ECM-1065: Upgrade lighting<br />
Description: Some outdated lighting still remains in the<br />
building. We recommend these be replaced with newer,<br />
more efficient models that use substantially less energy.<br />
The main culprit in these cases is usually the T-12 type<br />
fluorescent lamp. This was the industry standard in the<br />
recent past, but has been superseded by better technology<br />
today – particularly T-8 and T-5 fluorescents. These offer<br />
improved efficiency without the increase in price to cutting-edge lighting such as LEDs.<br />
The corridor lighting is still T-12, and should be upgraded to the more efficient T-8 or T-5<br />
models.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams corridors.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Adams electric meter or additional submeter.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1065<br />
Lighting Upgrade<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
18,415 (20,990) 10.08 1,702<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,702 $4,346 2.6 years 39%
ECM-1068: <strong>Energy</strong> miser for vending machines<br />
Description: A vending machine is basically a refrigerator, and<br />
refrigerators use a lot of energy. Since the contents are nonperishable,<br />
there is no need to keep them at the absolute lowest<br />
possible temperature while no one is around to drink them (with the<br />
exception of dairy products). An energy miser connects the machine<br />
to an infrared sensor that detects when no one is around and turns off<br />
the power. The better miser units periodically allow a brief cooling<br />
cycle to meet the minimum requirements set by beverage<br />
manufacturers for their drinks’ sale.<br />
Even in a dormitory, there will still be stretches of time when no one is around to purchase<br />
drinks.<br />
Student polls at <strong>Dickinson</strong> support the use of this particular energy conservation measure.<br />
Please consult vendor prior to installation.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams Hall vending machines.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced run hours will extend life of vending machine compressors.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: This type of sensor has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor operation and control methodology.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Timers can be installed to monitor vending machine run hours to<br />
verify performance after sensor installation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1068<br />
Vending <strong>Energy</strong> Miser<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
850 0.52 88<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$88 $200 2.3 years 44%
ECM-1069: Occupancy / vacancy sensors for lighting – dorm rooms<br />
Description: An ordinary light switch puts all responsibility for energy use on the users in a room,<br />
and takes away the power of your O&M staff to regulate electricity consumption there. Turning<br />
the lights on when you come in and turning them off again when going out is the best way to<br />
ensure that not a single watt too many is used; but it’s far too easy to forget to flip the switch<br />
when you leave.<br />
For many users it’s not even a matter of forgetting – it’s a matter of not being aware of that<br />
responsibility or not caring. Installing sensors to turn on the lights on when people are in a room<br />
(occupancy) or to turn off the lights after no one is left (vacancy) is the best way to bridge the<br />
gap between total user control (or lack thereof) and time-consuming micromanagement by staff.<br />
Adams Hall could also use this feature in dorm rooms themselves. We further suggest that it<br />
could be feasible in laundry, vending, and support areas.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings:<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping requirements.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Sensor life is estimated to be ten (10) years, but should lead to<br />
increased lamp life of the fixtures.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor inspection and testing training.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Post-installation testing of sensor efficiency.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: Rebates are available through PPL E-power Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1069<br />
Occupancy / Vacancy Sensors in Dorm Rooms<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
12,008 (5,461) 7.01 1,190<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,190 $8,000 6.7 years 15%
ECM-1071: Sink aerators<br />
Description: Installing an aerator in a faucet can reduce the amount<br />
of water being used without reducing the effectiveness of the<br />
discharged flow. An aerator introduces air into the water stream to<br />
increase the effective volume of the stream while decreasing the<br />
proportion of water. Cutting down the amount of water used also<br />
cuts down the amount of heated water which much be produced,<br />
creating energy savings related to fuel costs.<br />
Interviews with staff indicate that aerators are used in select buildings but are sometimes<br />
removed by students. However, aerators are still encouraged and should be replaced when<br />
necessary – they pay for themselves very quickly. In this particular case, under counter<br />
aerators, which are not removable, may be considered.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Sinks.<br />
O&M Impact: Requires installation and periodic replacement.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Five (5) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: General observation of lavatories to replace aerators as needed.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1071<br />
Sink Aerators<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
102,027 5.42 991<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$991 $420 0.4 years 236%
ECM-1073: Hot water recirculation temperature setback<br />
Description: The domestic hot water recirculation pump aquastat is currently set at 130° F and is<br />
causing the pump to run continuously. A recirculation pump distributes hot water through the<br />
system even when hot water is not being used in order to reduce the delay distributes when it<br />
may not be necessary. However, a constant flow 24 hours a day may not be necessary.<br />
Lowering the temperature limit to reduce pump operation, pipe losses and water heater cycling<br />
is recommended. This is a no-cost measure – just turn down the dial and start saving.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Recirculation pump in Adams.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Permanent.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Adjustment of aquastat setpoint, should hot water setpoint be<br />
adjusted.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1073<br />
Hot Water Recirculation Temperature Setback<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
5,800 0.5 81<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$81 $0 0 years
ECM-1074: Condensing Hot Water Heater<br />
Description: A condensing hot water heater offers an advantage over a<br />
traditional gas-fired unit because it utilizes the exhaust gas from the<br />
burner to preheat incoming cold water. This boosts the efficiency of the<br />
unit to a level much higher than possible in a standard gas fired heater.<br />
It is recommended that the current hot water generation be replaced with<br />
these higher efficiency units.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams domestic hot water heater.<br />
O&M Impact: Monitoring of operation and hot water temperature setpoint control to optimize<br />
system performance.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Hot water heaters have an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Cleaning and maintenance of unit, and checking of operation.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Perform combustion efficiency tests annually to verify<br />
performance.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1074<br />
Condensing Water Heater<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
181,094 9.62 1,758<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,758 $20,000 11.4 years 9%
ECM-1075: Condensing boilers<br />
Description: Replacement of current boilers with<br />
condensing boilers is recommended. Condensing boiler<br />
technology improves efficiency over a normal design by<br />
capturing heat from the water vapor produced by<br />
combustion. Even small increases in efficiency can<br />
generate important fuel savings.<br />
However, due to the current rate structure, retaining one<br />
dual-fuel boiler may be advantageous to ensure continued<br />
interruptible rates.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams boilers.<br />
O&M Impact: Monitoring of operation and hot water temperature setpoint control to optimize<br />
system performance.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Boilers have an average life cycle of thirty-five (35) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Maintenance and operation of condensing boiler.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Perform combustion efficiency tests annually to verify<br />
performance.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1075<br />
Condensing Boilers<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
219,368 11.65 2,130<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$2,130 $60,000 28.2 years 4%
ECM-1114: Upgrade out-of-date lighting fixtures<br />
Description: Some outdated lighting still remains in the<br />
building. We recommend these be replaced with newer, more<br />
efficient models that use substantially less energy. The main<br />
culprit in these cases is usually the T-12 type fluorescent lamp.<br />
This was the industry standard in the recent past, but has<br />
been superseded by better technology today – particularly T-8<br />
and T-5 fluorescents. These offer improved efficiency without<br />
the increase in price to cutting-edge lighting such as LEDs.<br />
The dorm room lighting is still T-12, and should be upgraded to the more efficient T-8 or T-5<br />
models.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams dorm rooms.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Adams electric meter or additional submeter.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1114<br />
Lighting Upgrade<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
14,409 (6,553) 8.41 1,428<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,428 $10,600 2.6 years 39%
ECM-1121: Tie into main electric meter<br />
Description: An analysis of the cost of all utilities on campus shows that the “main electric”<br />
meter rate is significantly cheaper than the rates being paid at the various smaller meters.<br />
Consolidating some of the independent connections could result in overall savings.<br />
The savings below are based on the energy cost data we reviewed as part of the audit. The<br />
main meter rate was, depending on the year, 20%-50% lower than the outlying meter rates.<br />
Due to the cost of electrical installations, implementation of this ECM would be much more<br />
appealing if Rush Campus as a whole, instead of just Adams, was consolidated into the main<br />
meter.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Adams Hall and Rush Campus.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Permanent.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Campus power configuration.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Utility bill unit cost comparison.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1121<br />
Tie Into Main Electric Meter<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
Economic Performance<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
3,429<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$3,429 years
Appendix D – Detailed ECM Descriptions (HUB)
ECM-1081: Isolate boiler<br />
Description: When multiple boilers are connected in<br />
parallel, the heating capacity of the system can be<br />
maximized – but waste must be avoided. If only one<br />
boiler is operating, the second should be isolated by<br />
closing the valves at connections to prevent hot<br />
steam from cycling through it. This creates<br />
unnecessary losses from heat radiation.<br />
The boiler in the HUB basement, which is used<br />
primarily for kitchen hot steam during months when the central boiler is not in operation, should<br />
be isolated from the system when not in use.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB boilers.<br />
O&M Impact: Must be automated at this location. Staff will have to monitor the boiler usage and<br />
open / close valves as necessary to meet demand. The cost below includes automatic valves<br />
under direct digital control (DDC).<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Valve locations and intended operation.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1081<br />
Isolate Boiler<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
103,322 5.49 867<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$867 $4,500 5.2 years 19%
ECM-1083: Additional insulation<br />
Description: Insulation serves two purposes when installed on piping systems: one is keeping<br />
hot surfaces from radiating away too much of the heat from their fluids, the other is to prevent<br />
cold surfaces from becoming exposed to warm humid air – a condition which results in<br />
condensation. We recommend adding additional insulation to one or more locations in your<br />
system.<br />
Examples of good places for insulation include hot or cold water piping, hot water heaters,<br />
condenser tanks, steam traps, valves, cold water pumps, and more. In the case of the HUB, we<br />
particularly noted:<br />
- Removable insulation jackets should be added to steam gate valves.<br />
- Steam traps which do not operate based on temperature could also be insulated.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: The above listed equipment in HUB.<br />
O&M Impact: None.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Insulation has an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1083<br />
Additional Insulation<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
14,658 0.78 178<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$178 $2,480 13.9 years 7%
ECM-1084: Time control on hot water recirculation pump<br />
Description: The purpose of a hot water recirculation pump is<br />
to keep hot water flowing through the system so that the<br />
potential delay is greatly reduced. However, if a building has<br />
significant periods of time when it is unoccupied, setting the<br />
recirculation back by adding time control to the pump, which<br />
turns it off during specified hours, will result in saving energy<br />
that might otherwise be lost due to distribution losses. Less<br />
fuel will be burned producing the heat, and pump motors will<br />
also have to run less.<br />
The savings calculated below may vary depending on the<br />
extent to which setback can be implemented.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB boiler recirculation pump.<br />
O&M Impact: Required oversight of its operation may be reduced.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Timer controls have an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Use of timer.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1084<br />
Hot Water Recirculation Timer<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
6,599 0.56 95<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$95 $450 4.8 years 21%
ECM-1085: Convert heating hot water pumps to<br />
variable flow<br />
Description: Currently HUB heating hot water pumps<br />
send a constant amount of water to equipment<br />
regardless of the demand. Controlling these pumps<br />
with a variable frequency drive (VFD) will allow a<br />
reduction in speed when not heavily loaded. This will<br />
result in less use of electricity.<br />
To be more specific, we noted that many of the<br />
distribution pumps (both HW and CHW) are fitted with balancing valves that are set to block<br />
significant amounts of flow. In this way, even though the motor is running at full speed, only the<br />
necessary amount of liquid is pumped. Installing VFDs on the motors will eliminate the<br />
wastefulness of pumping at full power while throttling back the flow in the current manner.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Two 15hp hot water pumps in HUB.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: Rebates are available for VFDs through the PPL E-power<br />
Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1085<br />
HW Pumps to VFD<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
21,242 12.91 $2,199<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$2,199 $9,000 4.1 years 24%
ECM-1086: Water-side economizer<br />
Description: A normal water chiller utilizes a refrigeration<br />
cycle to cool water for distribution throughout the system.<br />
A water-side economizer utilizes chilled water heat<br />
exchange directly to the exterior when outside<br />
temperatures are low enough to chill water without inputting<br />
any additional energy. In cases where cooling may be<br />
required during the heating season (when outside<br />
temperatures are low), this can be implemented with<br />
success.<br />
Since the HUB needs cooling even during winter months, this is an attractive option for energy<br />
savings.<br />
An alternative method might be to use the make-up air unit (MAU) intake to provide the cooling<br />
for chilled water while simultaneously preheating the MAU air.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: 60-ton unit in HUB.<br />
O&M Impact: Dry cooler maintenance.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Dry cooler maintenance and system switchover.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Flow and temperature metering to demonstrate dry cooler heat<br />
rejection.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: ECM may be eligible for custom rebate through PPL E-power<br />
Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1086<br />
Water-side Economizer<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
22,990 13.97 2,380<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$2,380 $22,500 9.5 years 11%
ECM-1088: Demand control ventilation<br />
Description: CO2 sensors act as occupancy sensors for an HVAC system. Since humans<br />
exhale carbon dioxide when they breathe, the presence of this gas indicates that people are<br />
present in a space and that ventilation is required to keep them supplied with fresh air. This is<br />
known as demand controlled ventilation (DCV). Furthermore, indexing ventilation to<br />
concentrations of CO2 keeps the system from bringing in outdoor air when it is not needed.<br />
Since outdoor air is usually conditioned (i.e. heated or cooled) after it is brought in, reduced<br />
outdoor air results in less energy expended on heating and cooling.<br />
This may be a good option for the<br />
areas in HUB’s basement served by<br />
AHU-1. We also recommend that a<br />
control sequence for this mode of<br />
operation be made available at the<br />
front end of the building automated<br />
system (BAS).<br />
Exact savings for this ECM will depend on the sequence of operations that would be written,<br />
including the minimum fresh air intake damper control.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB HVAC system.<br />
O&M Impact:<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Sensors have an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements:<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates/Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1088<br />
Demand Control Ventilation<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
964,335 1,205,544 650.06 109,928<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$109,928 $263,250 2.4 years 42%
ECM-1089: Sink aerators<br />
Description: Installing an aerator in a faucet can reduce the<br />
amount of water being used without reducing the<br />
effectiveness of the discharged flow. An aerator introduces<br />
air into the water stream to increase the effective volume of<br />
the stream while decreasing the proportion of water.<br />
Cutting down the amount of water used also cuts down the<br />
amount of heated water which much be produced, creating<br />
additional savings related to fuel costs.<br />
The sinks we tested in the HUB were flowing at 2.2-2.5 gallons per minute (gpm). This is on par<br />
with the International Plumbing Code standard for a private residence – but it is well over the<br />
public restroom standard of 0.5 gpm.<br />
Interviews with staff indicate that aerators are used in select buildings but are sometimes<br />
removed by students. However, aerators are still encouraged and should be replaced when<br />
necessary – they pay for themselves very quickly. In this particular case, under counter<br />
aerators, which are not removable, may be considered.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Sinks.<br />
O&M Impact: Requires installation and periodic replacement.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Five (5) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: General observation of lavatories to replace aerators as needed.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1089<br />
Sink Aerators<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
12,028 0.64 101<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$101 $120 1.2 years 84%
ECM-1092: Plastic strip curtains<br />
Description: Most people are familiar with the curtains consisting of thick plastic strips often<br />
found in commercial walk-in coolers and freezers. These curtains effectively reduce the amount<br />
of air that enters or leaves the interior when the door is opened, thereby saving energy because<br />
less air has to be re-cooled. We recommend installing these on your walk-in units.<br />
They already exist on two of the units in HUB, the numbers below reflect the addition to the<br />
remaining locations.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB walk-in cooler / freezers.<br />
O&M Impact: Periodic cleaning and replacement.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Eight (8) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1092<br />
Plastic Strip Curtains<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
8,500 5.17 880<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$880 $1,225 1.4 years 72%
ECM-1094: Condensing boiler<br />
Description: Replacement of current boilers with<br />
condensing boilers is recommended. Condensing<br />
boiler technology improves efficiency over a normal<br />
design by capturing heat from the water vapor produced<br />
by combustion. Even small increases in efficiency can<br />
generate important fuel savings.<br />
However, due to the current rate structure, retaining<br />
one dual-fuel boiler may be advantageous to ensure<br />
continued interruptible rates.<br />
Utilizing a condensing boiler in the HUB may have even greater advantages due to its primary<br />
use taking place during the summer.<br />
O&M Impact: Monitoring of operation and hot water temperature setpoint control to optimize<br />
system performance.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Boilers have an average life cycle of thirty-five (35) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Maintenance and operation of condensing boiler.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Perform combustion efficiency tests annually to verify<br />
performance.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1094<br />
Condensing Boiler<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
272,219 14.46 2,643<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$2,643 $30,000 11.4 years 9%
ECM-1097: Perimeter radiation schedule<br />
Description: We recommend that scheduling control be provided for your perimeter radiation.<br />
Setting up a time schedule in addition to thermostatic control will create an extra level of setback<br />
that can be utilized to save energy during unoccupied hours.<br />
Currently the HUB perimeter radiation loop uses a stand-alone thermostat for control and is<br />
enabled whenever the central plant is on.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB basement perimeter radiation.<br />
O&M Impact: Periodic scheduling with seasonal occupancy changes.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Provide trend data of new direct digital control (DDC) point.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1097<br />
Perimeter Radiation Schedule<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
19,141 1.02 161<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$161 $1,250 7.8 years 13%
ECM-1099: Convert chilled water pumps to variable flow<br />
Description: Currently the chilled water (CHW) pumps<br />
distribute a constant amount of water through the CHW system<br />
regardless of the demand experienced at the equipment.<br />
Controlling these pumps with a variable frequency drive (VFD)<br />
will allow the system to adjust the amount of water flowing to<br />
meet but not exceed the requirements at any given time. This<br />
will result in less run time for the pumps and reduce electricity<br />
consumption.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB chilled water pumps.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years. Fan life cycle should also be increased because the VFD<br />
will prevent tangential forces on the fan shaft that decrease bearing and seal life.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: Rebates are available through PPL’s E-power Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1099<br />
CHW Pump VFD<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
29,483 17.92 3,052<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$3,052 $9,500 3.1 years 32%
ECM-1100: Occupancy / Vacancy sensors for<br />
lighting<br />
Description: An ordinary light switch puts all<br />
responsibility for energy use on the users in a<br />
room, and takes away the power of your O&M<br />
staff to regulate electricity consumption there.<br />
Turning the lights on when you come in and<br />
turning them off again when going out is the best<br />
way to ensure that not a single watt too many is<br />
used; but it’s far too easy to forget to flip the switch<br />
when you leave.<br />
For most users it’s not even a matter of forgetting – it’s a matter of not being aware of that<br />
responsibility. Installing sensors to turn on the lights when people are in a room (occupancy) or<br />
to turn off the lights after no one is left (vacancy) is the best way to bridge the gap between total<br />
user control (or lack thereof) and micromanagement by staff.<br />
The HUB has bi-level lighting in some areas. Adding occupancy / vacancy sensors to one level<br />
of lighting would allow some lighting to remain on at all times (if necessary) while lighting above<br />
and beyond that would turn off when not necessary.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB lower level.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping requirements.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Sensor life is estimated to be ten (10) years, but should lead to<br />
increased lamp life of the fixtures.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor inspection and testing training.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Post-installation testing of sensor efficiency.<br />
Rebates/Incentives Available: Rebates are available through PPL’s E-power Program.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1100<br />
Occupancy / Vacancy Sensors for Lighting<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
3,703 (4,266) 2.02 347<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$347 $520 1.5 years 67%
ECM-1102: <strong>Energy</strong> miser for vending machines<br />
Description: A vending machine is basically a refrigerator, and<br />
refrigerators use a lot of energy. Since the contents are nonperishable,<br />
there is no need to keep them at the absolute lowest<br />
possible temperature while no one is around to drink them (with the<br />
exception of dairy products). An energy miser connects the machine<br />
to an infrared sensor that detects when no one is around and turns off<br />
the power. The better miser units periodically allow a brief cooling<br />
cycle to meet the minimum requirements set by beverage<br />
manufacturers for their drinks’ sale.<br />
Even in a dormitory, there will still be stretches of time when no one is around to purchase<br />
drinks.<br />
Student polls at <strong>Dickinson</strong> support the use of this particular energy conservation measure.<br />
Please consult vendor prior to installation.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Vending machines in HUB.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced run hours will extend life of vending machine compressors.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: This type of sensor has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor operation and control methodology.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Timers can be installed to monitor vending machine run hours to<br />
verify performance after sensor installation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1102<br />
Vending <strong>Energy</strong> Miser<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
850 0.52 88<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$88 $200 2.3 years 44%
ECM-1103: LED lights in walk-in coolers<br />
Description: LEDs, while always a good choice for lighting needs, are<br />
particularly suited to cold temperature applications like a walk-in cooler or<br />
freezer. They can provide two advantages over incandescent or even<br />
fluorescent lamps: LEDs generate less heat than other kinds of lighting,<br />
and they retain excellent efficiency at low temperatures. We recommend<br />
the switch is made to this superior technology.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB kitchen walk-in coolers and freezers.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Ten (10) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: None.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1103<br />
LEDs in Walk-in Coolers<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
1,401 0.85 145<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$145 $2,250 15.5 years 6%
ECM-1104: Snow melt pump control<br />
Description: It is recommended that some kind of control is installed on the snow melting system<br />
to ensure that it is running only when it needs to be. This could take the form of a snow sensor<br />
or connection to the BAS which can read local weather conditions and command the melt<br />
system accordingly.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: Snow melt pump system at service ramp in back of HUB.<br />
O&M Impact: Sensor cleaning, depending on type selected.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Snow melt controller.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Monitoring of pump run time and temperature drop.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1104<br />
Snow Melt Pump Control<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
499 102,364 5.74 911<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$911 $950 1 years 96%
ECM-1107: Kitchen hood VFD control<br />
Description: We recommend increasing the control over<br />
kitchen hoods by adding variable frequency drive (VFD)<br />
control to the fan motors. This will allow full ventilation<br />
when necessary while cooking; but also permit setback to a<br />
lower level of power usage when equipment is not actively<br />
in use.<br />
One example of this type of control would be an infrared<br />
sensor which detects heat from the cooking equipment.<br />
When hot, the hood fans would ramp up to an appropriate<br />
speed. When cool, the fans would slow down to save<br />
energy.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB kitchen hoods.<br />
O&M Impact: A Preventative Maintenance schedule should be added for periodic calibration of<br />
sensors and inspecting / testing of the VFD.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: With proper maintenance and periodic inspection, the VFD should have<br />
a life expectancy of fifteen (15) years. Fan life cycle should also be increased because the VFD<br />
will prevent tangential forces on the fan shaft that decrease bearing and seal life.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Training on VFD operation and maintenance.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Pre- and post-installation measurement of power should be<br />
performed to verify savings impact.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1107<br />
Kitchen Hood VFD Control<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
5,596 125,203 10.05 1,630<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,630 $15,000 9.2 years 11%
ECM-1110: Disable AHU-7 electric heating coils<br />
Description: We recommend disabling electric heating coils associated with AHU-7. Installing<br />
standalone variable volume and temperature (VVT) diffusers, or BMS-controlled dampers with a<br />
variable volume sequence, will result in more efficient use of energy.<br />
This measure, if taken, will also allow for the use of a variable frequency drive (VFD) with this<br />
unit.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB AHU-7.<br />
O&M Impact: Periodic re-commissioning of installed system.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: New system controls.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1110<br />
Disable AHU-7 Electric Heat Coil<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
8,923 (26,180) 4.03 704<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$704 $4,600 6.5 years 15%
ECM-1112: Address negative building pressure<br />
Description: We found that the building is experiencing a negative air pressure. This means that<br />
more air is being exhausted via ductwork than is being taken in through the ventilation system.<br />
Since unequal pressures naturally try to equalize, outside air will infiltrate through doors,<br />
windows, and any openings in the building exterior. Such infiltration contributes additional load<br />
during heating or cooling of interior spaces.<br />
We recommend starting with a review of kitchen make-up air options. There may be an<br />
opportunity to use building air from other systems to reduce infiltration of outdoor air. If the<br />
Dining Room AHU OA minimum is to remain at zero and the MAU off, utilize unconditioned<br />
internal make-up air (short circuit supply) for partial make-up. Install side panels and canopies at<br />
the hoods to reduce spillage and exhaust requirements.<br />
Final savings will depend on the exact approach used and the design parameters chosen.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB.<br />
O&M Impact: Monitoring of building pressure.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Relationship of building ventilation and exhaust system.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1112<br />
Address Negative Pressure<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
6,252 155,808 12.07 1,955<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,955 $25,000 12.8 years 8%
ECM-1113: Convert AHU from hot / cold deck<br />
system to VAV<br />
Description: An air handling unit (AHU) hot / cold deck<br />
system is one where the AHU has a dedicated<br />
discharge for hot air (with a heating coil) and a<br />
separate discharge for cold air (with a cooling coil).<br />
This type of system can easily waste energy by<br />
cooling and heating at the same time. To avoid this,<br />
we recommend changing to a variable air volume<br />
(VAV) terminal box setup.<br />
When we examined the control system, we discovered<br />
that two HUB units, AHU-3 and AHU-5, have this dual<br />
system in place. During a check of AHU-5 the unit was introducing excess air in the economizer<br />
mode while the hot deck heating valve was open. That implies a function of heating, but it was<br />
also allowing outdoor air in through its cold air ducting. Installation of VAVs would avoid this<br />
issue.<br />
The numbers below represent a programming upgrade for hot and cold deck temperature resets<br />
to limit simultaneous heating and cooling.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB AHU-3 and AHU-5.<br />
O&M Impact: Periodic re-commissioning.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: VAV boxes have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Since there are existing VAV systems elsewhere on campus, no<br />
additional training should be required<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Trend data of heating and cooling positions valve.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1113<br />
Convert to VAV<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
160,000 8.5 1,343<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,343 $500 0.4 years 269%
ECM-1115: <strong>Energy</strong> recovery<br />
Description: The concept of energy recovery consists of taking energy that is created as a<br />
byproduct of a process, or is left over after a process, and utilizing that energy for something<br />
else. Refrigeration cycles are a good place to find this kind of recoverable energy because in<br />
order to cool a space, heat must be removed from the space and deposited somewhere else.<br />
That removed heat can sometimes be used for another purpose, depending on the system<br />
layouts and temperatures involved.<br />
We think that the walk-in coolers and freezers in the HUB kitchen area present an opportunity<br />
for energy recovery. The condensers of these units reject heat into the environment – this heat<br />
could be used to meet some of the need for domestic hot water in the building.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB walk-in coolers and freezers.<br />
O&M Impact: General heat pump maintenance.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Heat pump maintenance and relationship with secondary heat<br />
source.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: Custom rebates available through PPL’s E-power Program, if<br />
pursued.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1115<br />
<strong>Energy</strong> Recovery<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
(1,419) (601,155) 31.06 4,898<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$4,898 $40,000 8.2 years 12%
ECM-1116: Cooler energy miser<br />
Description: Display coolers consume a lot of energy. While it is<br />
important to keep contents cold, most units are designed to provide<br />
a level of cooling for a worst case scenario – doors opening and<br />
closing many times per hour. In reality, during periods of low usage,<br />
significant setback is possible without jeopardizing the safety of<br />
consumers. Installing a device called an “energy miser”, which<br />
detects the presence of customers (or, as it were, a lack of<br />
customers during slow periods), will allow the cooler to reduce the<br />
number of cycles it runs when not in heavy use. This will cut energy<br />
costs and contribute to a longer useful lifespan by reducing wear and<br />
tear.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB display coolers.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduce run hours will extend life of compressors.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: This type of sensor has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor operation and control metholodology.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Timers can be installed to monitor run hours to verify<br />
performance after sensor installation.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1116<br />
Cooler <strong>Energy</strong> Miser<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
2,750 1.67 285<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$285 $750 2.6 years 38%
ECM-1120: Tie into main chilled water loop<br />
Description: When a campus already has a wide distribution system for chilled water (CHW)<br />
from a central location, it makes sense to utilize that loop for as many end uses as possible. It<br />
would be advisable to connect a building that currently uses its own chiller into this system to<br />
enjoy the benefits of centralization.<br />
In the HUB basement, it appears that piping for the central plant loop and the HUB dedicated<br />
chiller are in the same room (with AHU-14) so making this switch should be relatively<br />
straightforward.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB chilled water loops.<br />
O&M Impact: Seasonal switchover required.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Permanent.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Valve locations and switchovers procedure.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Reduced run time of dedicated chiller.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1120<br />
Tie Into Main CHW Loop<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
18,295 11.12 1.894<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$1,894 $8,500 4.5 years 22%
ECM-1122: Control of exhaust fans - bathroom<br />
Description: Currently the exhaust fans seem to be controlled inefficiently. Instead of having<br />
them run constantly, it is recommended that there is control of their operation with time clocks<br />
so that they run only while buildings are open, or occupancy sensors which would turn them on<br />
only when the bathroom is in use.<br />
Occupancy sensor control for the bathroom exhaust fans in the HUB is also suggested.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB bathroom exhaust fan.<br />
O&M Impact: Oversight of control setting / programming will be required.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Control equipment has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor locations.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1122<br />
Exhaust Fan Control – HUB Bathroom<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
1,815 16,122 1.96 323<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$323 $1600 5 years 20%
ECM-1125: Control of exhaust fans - theater<br />
Description: Currently the exhaust fans seem to be controlled inefficiently. Instead of running<br />
them constantly, we recommend that they are operated with time clocks so that they run only<br />
while buildings are open, with occupancy sensors which would turn them on only when the<br />
bathroom is in use.<br />
We also suggest occupancy sensor control for the exhaust fans in the HUB that serve the<br />
theater / dressing room. Alternatively, a time schedule could be implemented to the same<br />
effect.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB theater area exhaust fan.<br />
O&M Impact: Oversight of control setting / programming will be required.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Control equipment has an average life cycle of fifteen (15) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Sensor locations.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: None.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: None.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1125<br />
Exhaust Fan Control – HUB Theater<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
3,906 38,216 4.4 725<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$725 $2,750 3.8 years 26%
ECM-1127: Upgrade lighting - corridor<br />
Description: It appears there remains some outdated lighting<br />
still remaining in the building. We recommend the<br />
replacement of these with newer, more efficient models<br />
which use substantially less energy. The main culprit in<br />
these cases is usually the T-12 type fluorescent lamp. This<br />
was the industry standard in the recent past, but has been<br />
superseded by better technology today – particularly T-8 and<br />
T-5 fluorescents. These offer improved efficiency without<br />
the increase in price to cutting-edge lighting such as LEDs.<br />
The corridor lighting in the basement is still T-12, and should<br />
be upgraded to the more efficient T-8 or T-5 models.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB basement corridor lighting<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: HUB electric meter or additional submeter.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1127<br />
Lighting Upgrade - Corridor<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
7,702 (10,094) 4.14 712<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$712 $1,939 2.7 years 37%
ECM-1128: Upgrade lighting – Devil’s Den<br />
Description: There is still some outdated lighting<br />
remaining in the building. We recommend the<br />
replacement of these with newer, more efficient models<br />
which use substantially less energy. The main culprit in<br />
these cases is usually the T-12 type fluorescent lamp.<br />
This was the industry standard in the recent past, but<br />
has been superseded by better technology today –<br />
particularly T-8 and T-5 fluorescents. These offer<br />
improved efficiency without the increase in price to<br />
cutting-edge lighting such as LEDs.<br />
The Devil’s Den still has some T-12, and should be upgraded to the more efficient T-8 or T-5<br />
models.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB basement – Devil’s Den.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: HUB electric meter or additional submeter.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1128<br />
Lighting Upgrade – Devil’s Den<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
2,209 (1,497) 1.26 216<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$216 $1,643 7.6 years 13%
ECM-1129: Upgrade lighting - bookstore<br />
Description: There is still some outdated lighting remaining in the building. We recommend the<br />
replacement of these with newer, more efficient models which use substantially less energy.<br />
The main culprit in these cases is usually the T-12 type fluorescent lamp. This was the industry<br />
standard in the recent past, but has been superseded by better technology today – particularly<br />
T-8 and T-5 fluorescents. These offer improved efficiency without the increase in price to<br />
cutting-edge lighting such as LEDs.<br />
The bookstore still has some T-12, and should be upgraded to the more efficient T-8 or T-5<br />
models.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB basement – bookstore.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Test with light sensor the footcandle reading before retrofit and<br />
after to ensure adequate light. Measure reduction in amp draw to fixtures as well.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1129<br />
Lighting Upgrade - Bookstore<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
9,826 (3,950) 5.76 984<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$984 $5,532 5.6 years 18%
ECM-1130: Upgrade lighting - bathrooms<br />
Description: There is still some outdated lighting remaining in the building. We recommend the<br />
replacement of these with newer, more efficient models which use substantially less energy.<br />
The main culprit in these cases is usually the T-12 type fluorescent lamp. This was the industry<br />
standard in the recent past, but has been superseded by better technology today – particularly<br />
T-8 and T-5 fluorescents. These offer improved efficiency without the increase in price to<br />
cutting-edge lighting such as LEDs.<br />
The HUB basement bathrooms still have some T-12, and should be upgraded to the more<br />
efficient T-8 or T-5 models.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB basement bathrooms.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Test with light sensor the footcandle reading before retrofit and<br />
after to ensure adequate light. Measure reduction in amp draw to fixtures as well.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1130<br />
Lighting Upgrade - Bathrooms<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
1,005 (1,317) 0.54 93<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$93 $204 2.2 years 46%
ECM-1131: Upgrade lighting - laundry<br />
Description: There remains some outdated lighting still remaining in the building. We<br />
recommend the replacement of these with newer, more efficient models which use substantially<br />
less energy. The main culprit in these cases is usually the T-12 type fluorescent lamp. This<br />
was the industry standard in the recent past, but has been superseded by better technology<br />
today – particularly T-8 and T-5 fluorescents. These offer improved efficiency without the<br />
increase in price to cutting-edge lighting such as LEDs.<br />
The laundry room still has some T-12, and should be upgraded to the more efficient T-8 or T-5<br />
models.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: HUB laundry room.<br />
O&M Impact: Reduced re-lamping.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: Lighting fixtures have an average life cycle of twenty (20) years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Lighting efficacy and spectrally enhanced lighting opportunities.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Test with light sensor the footcandle reading before retrofit and<br />
after to ensure adequate light. Measure reduction in amp draw to fixtures as well.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: PPL E-power Program incentives at $6 per lamp are available.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
ECM-1131<br />
Lighting Upgrade - Laundry<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
931 (373) 0.55 93<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$93 $530 5.7 years 18%
ECM-1135: Retrocommissioning (RCx) of HVAC Systems<br />
Description: Retrocommissioning (RCx) is a process of testing and measurement to verify that<br />
systems are still meeting their design intent. As years pass, even finely-tuned systems can<br />
slowly drift away from ideal conditions and it becomes harder for them to hit their target<br />
temperatures, airflows, and other setpoints. RCx acts as a tune-up, identifying where<br />
weaknesses and non-functionalities have developed and allows recommendations to be made<br />
that will improve system performance.<br />
The savings below are estimates based on our experience and independent studies of<br />
retrocommissioning. The costs include the commissioning itself, and also an estimate for<br />
remediation of problems found. Actual results will vary depending on what issues the process<br />
finds.<br />
Applicable Equipment / Buildings: All HVAC and lighting control systems in HUB.<br />
O&M Impact: RCx process will lead to improved system operation and a reduction in College<br />
staff O&M for troubleshooting issues.<br />
Expected Life of ECM: We recommend that systems be commissioned every 3-5 years.<br />
Staff Training Requirements: Staff training should occur for any changes to sequences of<br />
operation that are implemented to improve system performance as outlined in RCx process.<br />
Recommended M&V Method: Verify performance of building steam and chilled water meter and<br />
provide monthly reporting before and after Rx process.<br />
Rebates / Incentives Available: This ECM may be eligible for a custom rebate from PPL Epower<br />
Program if pursued.<br />
Electricity<br />
(kWh)<br />
Gas<br />
(MBTU)<br />
Chilled<br />
Water (BTU)<br />
ECM-1135<br />
Retrocommissioning<br />
Annual Savings<br />
Hot Water<br />
(BTU) Oil (gal)<br />
CO2<br />
(mtons) $ Dollars<br />
120,000 950,000 123.38 20,393<br />
Economic Performance<br />
$ Annual Savings $ Installed Cost Simple Payback ROI<br />
$20,393 $60,000 2.9 years 34%
<strong>Dickinson</strong> College<br />
<strong>Energy</strong> Capital Investment Plan<br />
STATUS COMMENTS<br />
CO2 REDUCTION<br />
MTONS<br />
ROI %<br />
PAYBACK<br />
PERIOD<br />
ANNUAL SAVINGS<br />
ESTIMATED ELEC.<br />
REDUCTION KWH<br />
ESTIMATED GAS<br />
REDUCTION MBTU<br />
ENERGY EFFICIENCY<br />
MEASURE COST<br />
BUILDING PROJECT<br />
ENERGY SUB-<br />
SYSTEM<br />
NUM<br />
1001 End Use Library Review operation of existing systems. See separate 'Cx' list' of identified items. NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
AHUs and perimeter<br />
radiation remain off during<br />
the unoccupied mode. Occ<br />
M-R 8am - 2am. F 8-10;<br />
Sa10-10; Su10-2am<br />
$ 5,000 81,725 5,489 $ 1,254 4.0 25% 7.67 Open<br />
1002 End Use Library<br />
Provide a method of time control for the rooftop exhaust fans. Several fans may operate<br />
continuously.<br />
Closed<br />
Closed<br />
1003 End Use Waidner VAVs throughout are nearing the end of their useful life. Replace VAVs, providing DDC control<br />
with ith occupancy sensors ( (enclosed l dllocations) ti ) and d CO2 sensors ( (coverage ffor all ll llocations). ti )<br />
Optimize domestic hot water generation. If the recirc pump at the Spahr domestic water heater<br />
is to remain off, consider the use of an instantaneous domestic water heater (energy factor<br />
over 0.82; current 1991 unit's energy factor is 0.59).<br />
1004 Generation Spahr<br />
Plant active at 52 F OAT<br />
during day, 38 F at night.<br />
Library/ATS in hub. Start<br />
at 3-4 am in the morning.<br />
Night mode at 9 pm.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Provide separate occupied and unoccupied OA lockouts for the hot water systems by building.<br />
Although the plant is typically off at night, the plant schedule is 3:00 ‐ 20:30. Some savings can<br />
be achieved at buildings with reduced schedules while allowing the plant to provide heat to the<br />
dorms or other areas of high demand during off‐hours.<br />
Consider providing thermostat covers at thermostats in public areas. Several thremostats are<br />
provided with day/auto switches with varying settings (adjustable by library users) and<br />
variations in day/night setpoints (eg reading room, open to much of library, indicates a 70 F<br />
setpoint during the night).<br />
1006 End Use Multiple<br />
Closed<br />
Library<br />
1007 Community<br />
Involvement<br />
If bbelow l 42 or 45 F OA<br />
lockout, radiation is<br />
enabled. Roughly 2<br />
months of operation.<br />
1008 End Use Spahr Provide hot water perimeter radiation or fan‐powered VAVs at the staff work area in Spahr to $ 17,500 (91,000) 21,336 $ 1,445 12.1 8% 8.12 Open<br />
replace the existing electric heat.<br />
Convert Spahr pumps P‐4, P‐14 and P‐15 to variable flow. Convert associated AHU piping to<br />
$ 12,500 - 28,577 $ 2,958 4.2 24% 17.34 Open<br />
two‐way with electronic actuation.<br />
Convert chilled water pumps P‐16 and P‐17 serving Waidner to variable flow (currently two‐<br />
$ 9,000 - 29,483 $ 3,052 2.9 34% 17.89 Open<br />
way valves, piping bypass).<br />
Convert hot water pumps P‐11 and P‐12 serving Waidner to variable flow (currently two‐way<br />
1011 Distribution Library<br />
$ 8,500 - 10,716 $ 1,109 7.7 13% 6.51 Open<br />
valves, piping bypass).<br />
1012 End Use Library Provide daylighting control at perimeter locations throughout. $ 6,000 (6,719) 5,127 $ 474 12.7 8% 2.76 Open<br />
Retrofit the few remaining T12 fixtures and incandescent exit lighting at the Spahr lower level<br />
1013 End Use Spahr<br />
(near elevator).<br />
1014 Distribution Waidner Use extended surface area filters at the Waidner AHUs. $ 2,000 - 18,785 $ 744 2.7 37% 11.42 Open<br />
1015 End Use Waidner Install ll occupancy/vacancy / sensors to control l ffor stack k llighting h at Waidner. d<br />
$ 2,850 (5,666) 6,147 $ 589 4.8 21% 3.43 Open<br />
1016 End Use Waidner Install occupancy sensors at the study rooms. $ 400 (164) 146 $ 14 29.2 3% 0.08 Open<br />
Provide submetering for building energy monitoring, including chilled water energy, heating<br />
1017 Data Multiple<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
energy and potential breakdown of electric use.<br />
Install aerators to reduce flow at the lavatories to reduce hot water heating energy and water<br />
1018 End Use Spahr consumption (currently 2.2 gpm). Also consider retrofit kits to reduce flow at the water closets<br />
(currently 1.6 gpf).<br />
1009 Distribution Spahr<br />
1010 Distribution Library<br />
$ 150 - 329 $ 34 4.4 23% 0.20 Open<br />
Lavatories indicate 2.2<br />
gpm. Closed; hot water not<br />
available to reduce.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Closed
VAVs not currently tied to<br />
BAS. Excess pressure<br />
capacity is currently<br />
unknown.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1019 Distribution Waidner<br />
Implement a static pressure reset for the Waidner AHUs.<br />
1020 Distribution Spahr Remove the inlet guide vanes at AC‐4 and provide VFD control. $ 6,500 - 28,215 $ 2,920 2.2 45% 17.15 Open 15 HP<br />
AHUs and perimeter<br />
radiation remain off during<br />
the unoccupied mode. Occ<br />
M-R 8am - 2am. F 8-10;<br />
Sa10-10; Su10-2am.<br />
Payback analysis reflects<br />
savings from hot water<br />
radiation compared to<br />
electric (added fan control<br />
not included).<br />
$ 74,660 (426,563) 100,015 $ 6,772 11.0 9% 38.13 Open<br />
Convert Spahr perimeter electric heat to hydronic (baseboard or radiant panel) and install VFDs<br />
at Spahr units AHU‐1 and AHU‐2. Reduce airflow in the heating mode with proportional/PID<br />
control relative to zone temperature. Alternatively, implement fan cycling for Spahr units AHU‐<br />
1 and AHU‐2 such that the fan remains off (and valves closed) when space temperature and<br />
CO2 levels are acceptable. Ensure that perimeter heat (once hot water) is the primary stage of<br />
heating. Savings can be realized through reduced fan and hot water energy consumption in the<br />
heating months. Comfort control can be improved through extended operation of perimeter<br />
heat.<br />
Partially delamp Spahr surface lights at stack areas. Provide individual fixtures supported by<br />
stacks to be controlled by integral occupancy sensors.<br />
1021 Distribution Spahr<br />
$ 211,995 - 112,863 $ 11,682 18.1 6% 68.59 Open<br />
1022 End Use Spahr<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Review T8 lamp selection. Current lamps observed are 32 W with a CCT of 3000. Investigate<br />
opportunities for spectrally enhanced lighting using energy saving T8 lamps with a higher<br />
coordinated color temperature. Also review options for extended lamp life.<br />
1023 End Use Waidner<br />
As a further measure,<br />
consider installing CO2<br />
sensors to allow airflow<br />
setback. Savings depend<br />
on provided sequence and<br />
airflow setback.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1024 End Use Waidner<br />
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD Open<br />
Review opportunities to convert constant volume box control to variable volume.<br />
Review setback opportunities for the collections area heat pump units. Glycol pumps appear to<br />
operate continuously continuously with unit fans cycling based on on space space conditions. There may be an<br />
opportunity to set back temperature during unoccupied periods while maintaining temperature<br />
and humidity within acceptable limits.<br />
Install a timed light switch for lighting at the storage/stack space of the collections area.<br />
Currently, lighting appears to remain on.<br />
1025 End Use Waidner<br />
This refers to the staff<br />
area of the collections.<br />
$ 375 (1,152) 2,686 $ 268 1.4 72% 1.57 Open<br />
1026 End Use Waidner<br />
Closed No replacement planned<br />
Closed<br />
1027 Distribution Spahr Ventilation systems in the Spahr penthouse are near the end of their useful life. <strong>Energy</strong> savings<br />
can be achieved through selection of new systems and associated control methods.<br />
Investigate opportunities to stagger use and scheduling (perimeter and lighting) of the library<br />
reading/non‐aisle areas based on actual use, including offices.<br />
1028 End Use Library<br />
Other sequences such as<br />
night purge, mixed air<br />
control of freeze pumps<br />
may also provide small<br />
energy savings savings.<br />
closed Closed<br />
1029 End Use Library<br />
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD Open<br />
Consider implementing optimum start/stop sequences for the ventilation systems to operate<br />
systems without fresh air (applicable to Waidner units without CO2 sensors) and only as<br />
needed, and review early morning use (currently, the building is scheduled occupied two hours<br />
prior to building public use).<br />
Investigate low‐e glazing options to reduce solar heat gain. Alternative options include blinds or<br />
external shading.<br />
1031 End Use Multiple Implement a process for sensor calibration (DDC and pneumatic) throughout. NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1030 End Use Library
Cost depends on<br />
scope/frequency and<br />
savings will vary based on<br />
conditions found.<br />
Independent studies of<br />
payback from first analysis<br />
typically under half a year.<br />
$ 4,000 725,000 - $ 6,084 0.7 152% 38.50 Open<br />
1032 Distribution Multiple<br />
8" triple duty valves.<br />
Pumps alternate<br />
automatically by schedule.<br />
Implement a process for steam trap service throughout. For future locations, consider<br />
condensate line temperature sensors to alarm in the event of trap failure.<br />
1033 Distribution Multiple Implement a process for regular strainer cleaning. NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Fully open balance valves at variable speed pumps. Of particular interest are the chilled water<br />
pumps (50 HP), observed with balance valves at 11.9 and 2.0. Lesser variations were observed $ - - 17,500 $ 1,811 0.0 #DIV/0! 10.63 Open<br />
at the hot water pumps.<br />
1035 Distribution Rector Implement a process for heat exchanger cleaning. Closed<br />
1034 Distribution Rector<br />
Also consider insulating<br />
steam traps (excluding<br />
those that operate solely<br />
on temperature)<br />
1036 Distribution Rector $ 4,180 37,464 $ 455 9.2 11% 1.99 Open<br />
Provide removable insulating jackets for steam gate valves at the mechanical room.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1037 End Use Rector Review operation of existing systems. See separate 'Cx' list' of identified items. Of particular<br />
interest are faulty temperature sensors (steam and/or discharge) at the AHUs.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1038 Distribution Rector Enable steam flow to both heat exchangers to increase heat transfer area. Currently steam is<br />
disabled from one exchanger although hot water flow remains through both.<br />
Currently start/stop South<br />
Bar on a daily basis; 2nd<br />
brought online roughly 3<br />
days per week.<br />
$ 8,500 - 34,809 $ 2,792 3.0 33% 21.15 Open<br />
1042 Distribution Rector<br />
$ 1,750 16,122 5,456 $ 700 2.5 40% 4.17 Open 850 cfm; 1.5 MHP<br />
Use extended surface area filters at the AHUs.<br />
EF‐13 (noted for room 1229 autoclave) appears to remain in operation regardless of autoclave<br />
1044 End Use Rector<br />
operation.<br />
Provide BMS control of the energy recovery wheels to allow monitoring and control based on<br />
actual DAT setpoint. All wheels were observed with efficiencies below 30% (reduced speed to<br />
control for a 52 F wheel leaving air temperature although the AHU DAT setpoints were 60, $ 7,000 2,837,543 71,239 $ 37,139 0.2 531% 193.98 Open<br />
causing unneccessary steam heat. Note faulty temperature sensors at the units also cause<br />
improper operation.<br />
Review energy performance of parallel AHUs operating together as opposed to alternating<br />
(with static pressure setpoints derated to equal operation of single unit). This may increase<br />
heat transfer efficiencies and reduce leakage/exfiltration through isolation dampers (leakage<br />
observed at both north penthouse units into inoperable unit). Note that if one AHU is to<br />
1046 Distribution Rector<br />
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD Open<br />
remain in operation, use air handling unit with the higher efficiency (least input motor<br />
amperage). Per observation, NB typically operates with one unit during daytime hours and SB<br />
with both. All units have additional capacity (with sheave adjustment) even when running at<br />
full speed.<br />
Investigate opportunities for solar hot water heating. Note that the existing hot water heating<br />
is in the north bar penthouse below the flat roof.<br />
1048 Generation Rector Replace the existing domestic hot water heater with a condensing hot water heater. $ 27,000 193,263 - $ 1,876 14.4 7% 10.26 Open<br />
1045 Distribution Rector<br />
Closed<br />
1047 Generation Rector<br />
$ - 522,420 110,824 $ 15,855 0.0 #DIV/0! 95.09 Open<br />
AHUs throughout Waidner and Spahr were observed in economizer operation while the radiant<br />
heating zones at both buildings were active. Consider reviewing applicable setpoints and<br />
adjusting deadbands to reduce competition for temperature.<br />
1050 End Use Library
Labs currently use<br />
dimmable ballasts with<br />
daylighting control, but<br />
light levels remain high to<br />
$ 1,500 (15,435) 11,777 $ 1,089 1.4 73% 6.34 Open<br />
Optimize daylighting at labs throughout. Reduce daylighting minimum threshold and reduce<br />
dimming rate to account for sudden changes (clouds). Additional benefits can be realized from<br />
reducing the occupancy sensor minimum runtime.<br />
1052 End Use Rector<br />
reduce fluctuations.<br />
Consult vendor prior to<br />
installation.<br />
1054 End Use Rector Install improved control (VendingMiser) at the cooled vending machine. $ 200 - 850 $ 88 2.3 44% 0.52 Open<br />
$ 600 (4,386) 3,310 $ 306 2.0 51% 1.78 Open<br />
Adjust light level threshold to improve daylighting control at the lobby area. Ensure all required<br />
circuits are connected.<br />
1055 End Use Rector<br />
Majority of savings will<br />
also be accounted for in<br />
lab VOC DCV project.<br />
$ 60,000 1,051,476 595,026 $ 70,410 0.9 117% 417.44 Open<br />
Provide occupancy sensors at the labs to reduce airflow and temperature when the spaces are<br />
not in use.<br />
Most hoods maintain a minimum flow of 300 ‐ 325 cfm with the sash fully closed. In hood‐<br />
driven spaces (during occupied or unoccupied mode), energy savings can be achieved by<br />
lowering this limit. Note that savings would be increased if the air change rate is reduced (eg<br />
estimated at at 15 15‐16 16 ACH in in lab lab 2118) 2118).<br />
Optimize control of AHU‐V‐1. Temperature setpoints controlling the heat plate (dampers) and<br />
steam do not appear optimized for discharge air temperature control.<br />
1056 End Use Rector<br />
Savings are included<br />
included in the lab VOC<br />
project.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1057 End Use Rector<br />
$ 3,500 387,736 9,094 $ 5,008 0.7 143% 26.12 Open<br />
1058 Distribution Rector<br />
Includes some cost for<br />
issue resolution. Savings<br />
will depend on results of<br />
commissioning process.<br />
$ 65,000 1,250,000 150,000 $ 26,015 2.5 40% 157.54 Open<br />
Lights currently operate<br />
24/7<br />
$ 5,500 (23,322) 20,461 $ 1,891 2.9 34% 11.20 Open<br />
1059 End Use Rector Perform retrocommissioning for building HVAC systems. Many instances of faulty sensors,<br />
dampers or valves were observed. A review of lab airflows (design and actual) is also<br />
recommended.<br />
Corridors are provided with bilevel lighting (alternating fixtures on separate circuits). Control<br />
higher lighting level through the use of occupancy sensors.<br />
Provide BAS control of the hot water system. Install zone thermostats to limit pump operation,<br />
and include scheduling with OA lockouts and hot water OA reset. Include toilet exhaust fans<br />
and domestic hot water input for curtailment period scheduling.<br />
Install Danfoss valves at the student rooms to limit waste heat ( (open p windows) ) and excess heat<br />
at student rooms during the winter. Primary consideration should be given to upper level or<br />
warmer spaces.<br />
Both boilers remain hot although boilers appear to be installed with significant redundancy.<br />
Valve boilers to reduce radiant losses and increased lead boiler energy use through<br />
unneccessary blending when one boiler is sufficient.<br />
1060 End Use Adams<br />
In progress<br />
In<br />
progress<br />
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD<br />
1061 Generation Adams<br />
Feasibility and benefit<br />
would ld require i review i of f<br />
existing piping<br />
configuration.<br />
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD Open<br />
1063 End Use Adams<br />
Currently uses a 60 F OA<br />
lockout. Boilers cycle<br />
monthly.<br />
$ - 50,744 - $ 493 0.0 #DIV/0! 2.69 Open<br />
1064 Generation Adams<br />
Restroom lighting should<br />
also be considered at this<br />
time. Lighting currently<br />
operates 24/7.<br />
$ 4,346 (20,990) 18,415 $ 1,702 2.6 39% 10.08 Open<br />
1065 End Use Adams<br />
Retrofit corridor lighting from T12 to T8.<br />
Not desirable due to warmup<br />
time required and<br />
potential component<br />
Closed<br />
1067 End Use Adams Utilize window air conditioners with control inputs for occupancy control (improved<br />
thermostatic control or door/window sensor inputs could also be considered).<br />
failure.<br />
Consult vendor prior to<br />
installation installation.<br />
1068 End Use Adams $ 200 - 850 $ 88 2.3 44% 0.52 Open p<br />
Install improved control (VendingMiser) at the cooled cooled vending machine. machine.<br />
Also consider occupancy<br />
control of laundry, vending<br />
and support areas.<br />
$ 8,000 (5,461) 12,008 $ 1,190 6.7 15% 7.01 Open<br />
1069 End Use Adams<br />
$ 420 102,027 - $ 991 0.4 236% 5.42 Open<br />
Install vacancy sensors for dorm room lighting.<br />
1070 End Use Adams Install dual flush retrofit kits at the water closets (currently 1.6 gpf). NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Install low flow aerators at the lavatories to decrease water and natural gas (hot water)<br />
consumption.<br />
1071 End Use Adams
$ - 5,800 310 $ 81 0.0 #DIV/0! 0.50 Open<br />
Closed<br />
1073 Distribution Adams The domestic hot water recirc pump aquastat is set at 130 F and appears to run continuously.<br />
Lower limit to reduce pump operation, pipe losses and water heater cycling.<br />
1074 Generation Adams Replace the existing domestic hot water heater with a condensing hot water heater. $ 20,000 181,094 - $ 1,758 11.4 9% 9.62 Open<br />
Install condensing boilers to replace current boilers. Note that an existing dual‐fuel boiler<br />
1075 Generation Adams<br />
$ 60,000 219,368 - $ 2,130 28.2 4% 11.65 Open<br />
should remain in place to retain interruptible gas rates.<br />
Provide waste drain heat recovery to reclaim heat from the washers and showers (future<br />
1076 Generation Adams<br />
renovation).<br />
1080 Generation HUB Investigate opportunities for cogeneration or trigeneration. TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD Open<br />
Project includes automatic<br />
valves under DDC control.<br />
$ 4,500 103,322 - $ 867 5.2 19% 5.49 Open<br />
1081 Distribution HUB<br />
Isolate the summer boiler to reduce radiant losses when the plant steam system is active.<br />
2 heat exchangers.<br />
Savings will vary based on<br />
ffound d conditions diti and d<br />
whether locations served<br />
are driving factors in<br />
steam distribution<br />
pressure.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Closed<br />
1082 Distribution HUB<br />
Implement a process for heat exchanger cleaning.<br />
Also consider insulating<br />
steam traps (excluding<br />
thermostatic and<br />
thermodynamic that<br />
operate solely on<br />
temperature)<br />
$ 2,480 14,658 $ 178 13.9 7% 0.78 Open<br />
1083 Distribution HUB<br />
Provide removable insulating jackets for steam gate valves at the mechanical room.<br />
Currently the summer<br />
boiler runs until 8pm (only<br />
runs if heating plant is off).<br />
Savings will depend on<br />
available setback duration.<br />
$ 450 6,599 340 $ 95 4.8 21% 0.56 Open<br />
1084 Distribution HUB<br />
Provide time control for the domestic hot water recirc pump to reduce boiler cycling/stack<br />
losses, line losses and pump operation during unoccupied hours.<br />
2x15HP; mix mix of two- and<br />
three-way valves.<br />
1085 Distribution HUB Provide variable speed control for the hot water pumps. $ 9,000 - 21,242 $ 2,199 4.1 24% 12.91 Open<br />
serves mail room, writing<br />
center. 60 ton. Runs to 30<br />
F. runs 24/7 year-round<br />
$ 22,500 - 22,990 $ 2,380 9.5 11% 13.97 Open<br />
Install a water‐side economizer to provide free cooling of chilled water in the cooler months.<br />
Alternatively, investigate opportunities to cool the air using the MAU intake (currently not in<br />
operation). This will preheat MAU air and provide cooling for the chilled water loop.<br />
1086 Generation HUB<br />
Savings depend on use of<br />
a minimum fresh air intake<br />
(damper position).<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1088 End Use HUB Install a CO2 sensor at the basement level associated with AHU‐1 and program a demand<br />
controlled ventilation sequence.<br />
2.2, 2.5 gpm at fixturs<br />
checked<br />
Separated into multiple<br />
items.<br />
1089 End Use HUB Install low flow aerators at the lavatories. $ 120 12,028 - $ 101 1.2 84% 0.64 Open<br />
1090 End Use HUB Retrofit lower level T12 fixtures with T8 lamps. Closed<br />
1091 End Use HUB Install eCube temperature sensors at the remaining coolers. Closed<br />
Project is for seven<br />
locations; already present<br />
at two walk-ins).<br />
$ 1,225 - 8,500 $ 880 1.4 72% 5.17 Open<br />
1092 Distribution HUB<br />
Savings will depend on<br />
whether this building is a<br />
driving factor of plant<br />
operation.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Closed<br />
Install strip curtains at walk‐in freezers and coolers throughout.<br />
Program occupied and unoccupied OA lockouts for the hot water pumps. This will allow further<br />
1093 Distribution HUB setback while the central heating plant maintains unoccupied temperature control for the<br />
dorms or other areas of higher demand.<br />
1094 Generation HUB Install a condensing boiler for domestic hot water service. $ 30,000 272,219 - $ 2,643 11.4 9% 14.46 Open<br />
Savings will depend on<br />
exfiltration rate, unknown.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Provide dampers and hot water valve control to isolate basement plenum hot water reheat<br />
coils to isolate offices outside of office hours.<br />
1096 End Use HUB
$ 1,250 19,141 - $ 161 7.8 13% 1.02 Open<br />
Provide scheduling control for the basement perimeter radiation, including separate occupied<br />
and unoccupied setpoints. Currently the loop uses a stand‐alone thermostat and is active<br />
whenever the plant is on.<br />
1097 End Use HUB<br />
Savings will depend on<br />
amount of air leakage<br />
between zones and<br />
unconditioned spaces.<br />
1098 Distribution HUB Extend basement supply ductwork to eliminate the need for plenum heating and potential<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
leakage of conditioned air to unconditioned spaces or between zones.<br />
1099 Distribution HUB Install VFDs for control of the chilled water pumps (plant service). $ 9,500 - 29,483 $ 3,052 3.1 32% 17.92 Open<br />
Provide occupancy sensor control for increased lighting in the bilevel lighting areas of the<br />
1100 End Use HUB<br />
$ 520 (4,266) 3,703 $ 347 1.5 67% 2.02 Open<br />
basement. Lights appear to remain on throughout the night.<br />
Consult vendor prior to<br />
installation.<br />
1102 End Use HUB Install improved control (VendingMiser) at the cooled vending machine. $ 200 - 850 $ 88 2.3 44% 0.52 Open<br />
$ 2,250 - 1,401 $ 145 15.5 6% 0.85 Open<br />
Install LEDs at the walk‐in coolers and freezers. LED lamps retain excellent efficiency at cold<br />
temperatures. This will reduce lighting and refrigeration energy.<br />
Install control control (snow sensor or control via BAS BAS using current weather conditions) for the snow<br />
melt pump at the service ramp.<br />
Provide separate building schedules at the BAS. Several areas utilize varying schedules. Eg Bake<br />
Shop (AHU‐15) closes at noon.<br />
Improve kitchen hood control. Provide local switch in series with hood on timeclock control<br />
(5am‐8pm, 7‐day).<br />
Improve kitchen hood control. Install variable frequency exhaust to control based on cooking<br />
conditions (smoke, temperature).<br />
1103 End Use HUB<br />
$ 950 102,364 499 $ 911 1.0 96% 5.74 Open<br />
1104 End Use HUB<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Closed Already implemented<br />
1105 End Use HUB<br />
Closed Already implemented<br />
1106 End Use HUB<br />
$ 15,000 125,203 5,596 $ 1,630 9.2 11% 10.05 Open<br />
1107 End Use HUB<br />
1108 Generation HUB Provide water‐cooled condensers for walk‐in coolers and freezers. Closed Not desirable per meeting.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Install dampers at the relief ducts of units AHU‐3, AHU‐7 and AHU‐8. During unoccupied hours,<br />
these will act as a stack for exfiltration of conditioned air. Note that during occupied hours<br />
( (with kitchen exhausts on), ), fresh air was entering g through g the relief ducts.<br />
1109 Distribution HUB<br />
Note that qualitative<br />
effects should be<br />
considered. A VVT system<br />
will also allow for savings<br />
through the installation of<br />
a fan VFD.<br />
$ 4,600 (26,180) 8,923 $ 704 6.5 15% 4.03 Open<br />
1110 Procurement HUB<br />
Disable electric heating coils associated with AHU‐7. Install standalone VVT diffusers (or BAS‐<br />
controlled dampers with variable volume sequence).<br />
$ 200 (3,570) 2,231 $ 201 1.0 100% 1.17 Open<br />
1111 Distribution HUB Optimize discharge air temperature control at AHU‐7. The unit was in economizer mode for<br />
free cooling (DAT setpoint of 55 F) although electric reheats appeared to be in operation.<br />
Savings depends on<br />
approach selected and<br />
design parameters.<br />
$ 25,000 155,808 6,252 $ 1,955 12.8 8% 12.07 Open<br />
The building appears to be very negative. Review kitchen make‐up air options. There may be an<br />
opportunity to use building air from other systems to reduce infiltration of outdoor air. If the<br />
Dining Room AHU OA minimum is to remain at zero and the MAU off, utilize unconditioned<br />
internal make‐up air (short circuit supply) for partial make‐up. Install side side panels and canopies<br />
at the hoods to reduce spillage and exhaust requirements.<br />
1112 Distribution HUB<br />
Cost and savings will vary<br />
on method selected.<br />
Financial estimate shown<br />
is reflects a programming<br />
upgrade for hot and cold<br />
deck temperature resets to<br />
limit simultaneous heating<br />
and cooling.<br />
$ 500 160,000 $ 1,343 0.4 269% 8.50 Open<br />
1113 Distribution HUB<br />
Convert AHU‐3, AHU‐4 and AHU‐5 from a hot/cold deck system to VAV. Per checks of AHU‐3<br />
(100% OA) and AHU‐5, the units were introducing excess air in the economizer mode while the<br />
hot deck heating valve was open.
1114 End Use Adams Retrofit dorm room lighting from T12 to T8 or T5. $ 10,600 (6,553) 14,409 $ 1,428 7.4 8.41<br />
1115 Generation HUB Provide energy recovery for the walk‐in coolers and freezers. $ 40,000 601,155 (1,419) $ 4,898 8.2 12% 31.06<br />
1116 End Use HUB Install CoolerMiser with IR (occupancy) sensor at coolers throughout. $ 750 - 2,750 $ 285 2.6 38% 1.67 Open Four appropriate coolers.<br />
$ 2,000 96,306 1,756 $ 990 2.0 49% 6.18 Open<br />
No temperature setback is provided at Rector. Consider programmed temperature and airflow<br />
setback at spaces with unoccupied hours, such as offices. Circulation areas are also<br />
recommended (with minimum airflow limit). See associated item regarding lab setback via<br />
occupancy sensor control.<br />
1117 End Use Rector<br />
This should be<br />
coordinated with other<br />
projects (ie hood minimum<br />
cfm adjustment, occ<br />
sensors) that will savings.<br />
Payback assumes hoods<br />
have been been reduced reduced.<br />
$ 263,250 1,205,544 964,335 $ 109,928 2.4 42% 650.06 Open<br />
1118 End Use Rector<br />
Provide demand demand controlled controlled ventilation for the the labs through lab VOC sensors. There may be an an<br />
opportunity to lower occupied and unoccupied airflow minimums to 4/2 ACH.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA<br />
Tie the Rector hot water and chilled water meters to the BAS for continuous monitoring.<br />
1119 Data Rector<br />
$ 8,500 - 18,295 $ 1,894 4.5 22% 11.12 Open<br />
1120 Distribution HUB Investigate opportunities to tie the campus chilled water system to the HUB chilled water loop.<br />
Piping appears to be available for both chilled water loops in the room housing AHU‐14.<br />
Savings are based on<br />
Adams current difference<br />
in unit cost only.<br />
Consolidation should be<br />
considered based on<br />
connection of Rush<br />
campus as opposed to<br />
Adams only.<br />
- - $ 3,429 Open<br />
1121 Procurement Adams<br />
Tie Adams electric service to the main campus p meter.<br />
Serves men, women; 2<br />
stalls each.<br />
1122 End Use HUB Provide occupancy sensor control for the bathroom exhaust fan. $ 1,600 16,122 1,815 $ 323 5.0 20% 1.96<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Provide schedule control for the two Union Station RTUs which provide auxiliary cooling for the<br />
space. There is a concern that when primary units are off on time control, the RTUs may be<br />
indexed on during unoccupied periods.<br />
Provide monitoring and trending for the kitchen exhaust fans to alarm if fans operate for a<br />
duration longer than necessary. This may indicate opportunities for operational energy savings<br />
in the future.<br />
1123 Distribution HUB<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
1124 Data HUB<br />
$ 2,750 38,216 3,906 $ 725 3.8 26% 4.40<br />
1125 End Use HUB Provide occupancy sensor control for the exhaust fan serving the theater, make‐up area,<br />
dressing room and bathrooms. As an alternate, provide this fan with a schedule.<br />
CO2 control will only<br />
conserve energy if OA<br />
minimum is released from<br />
1126 Distribution HUB Provide VFD and demand controlled ventilation components and sequences for AH‐2 serving<br />
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD Open<br />
the dining area area. zero.<br />
basement corridor:<br />
1x4':12; circ stairs:20<br />
T12s; 2'x2' (2 u): 7<br />
devil's den: 2x4':21; devil's<br />
den: 2x2' u:10<br />
bkstore:4' x4lamp fix:60;<br />
2x4':24<br />
basement broom:6 lamps,<br />
4 fixtures<br />
$ 1,939 (10,094) 7,702 $ 712 2.7 37% 4.14<br />
1127 End Use HUB<br />
Retrofit HUB basement corridor fixtures from T12 to T8.<br />
1128 End Use HUB Retrofit Devil's Den fixtures from T12 to T8. $ 1,643 (1,497) 2,209 $ 216 7.6 13% 1.26<br />
1129 End Use HUB Retrofit bookstore fixtures from T12 to T8. $ 5,532 (3,950) 9,826 $ 984 5.6 18% 5.76<br />
1130 End Use HUB Retrofit basement restroom fixtures from T12 to T8. $ 204 (1,317) 1,005 $ 93 2.2 46% 0.54<br />
1131 End Use HUB Retrofit laundry room fixtures from T12 to T8. $ 530 (373) 931 $ 93 5.7 18% 0.55 laundry:2x4':10
1132 Distribution Rector<br />
Provide discharge air temperature reset control based on space polling and return air humidity.<br />
Ensure VFD ramp speed<br />
and soft start/stop does<br />
not shock system.<br />
Consider implementing<br />
only at redundant units.<br />
$ 8,120 - 80,345 $ 8,316 1.0 102% 48.83 Open<br />
1133 Distribution Rector<br />
Savings will depend on<br />
option to be implemented.<br />
NA NA NA NA NA NA Open<br />
Provide synchronous drives for the Rector AHU fans.<br />
Investigate temperature control methods for the Lobby (design 4500 cfm) and lecture hall<br />
(2800 cfm). Consider a separate AHU for these spaces (ducts separated at south penthouse) to<br />
reduce OA intake and allow fan cycling during the unoccupied mode. Alternatively, consider<br />
demand controlled ventilation and reheat/damper cycling to reduce the minimum airflow to<br />
these spaces.<br />
1134 End Use Rector<br />
Includes some cost for<br />
issue resolution. Savings<br />
will depend on results of<br />
commissioning process.<br />
$ 60,000 950,000 120,000 $ 20,393 2.9 34% 123.38 Open<br />
1135 End Use HUB<br />
RetroCx<br />
Includes some cost for<br />
issue resolution. Savings<br />
will depend on results of<br />
commissioning process.<br />
$ 40,000 800,000 65,000 $ 13,441 3.0 34% 81.99 Open<br />
1136 End Use Library<br />
RetroCx<br />
Totals $ 1,156,789 10,630,331 2,241,691 $ 330,881 3.5 29% 1,927
PPL Electric Utilities E-power Incentives<br />
Prescriptive & Custom Project Application<br />
June 1, 2012 - May 31, 2013<br />
PPL Electric Utilities is offering rebates on qualifying purchases retroactive to July 1, 2009.<br />
Some restrictions apply. The rebate may not exceed the total project costs (not including<br />
internal labor).<br />
All incentives listed in this application are available through May 31, 2013, and applications<br />
must be postmarked by June 30, 2013. Incentive applications submitted after the deadline<br />
may be incented at a different rate, depending on the current program structure.<br />
Eligibility for E-power Rebates<br />
• Only PPL Electric Utilities customers may apply for this rebate.<br />
• Install the equipment where there is an active meter using PPL Electric Utilities<br />
services.<br />
• Installation must be complete by May 31, 2013 for incentives listed in this application.<br />
• Equipment must meet program requirements (specifications).<br />
How to Participate<br />
1. Read the Application Checklist to determine what you will need to submit, which includes:<br />
a. A completed signed incentive application including all inventory worksheets and<br />
documentation, as appropriate for the equipment installed.<br />
b. Pre-approval applications are strongly encouraged to reserve funds for all projects<br />
not yet completed and are required for Custom Incentive Projects and Technical<br />
Study Applications.<br />
c. Custom Incentive Project applications for Large Commercial and Industrial<br />
customers will be placed on a waitlist. Technical Study applications are no longer<br />
being accepted for Large Commercial and Industrial customers and are not being<br />
waitlisted. Technical Study pre-approval applications for Small Commercial and<br />
Industrial customers and Institutional customers will not be accepted after<br />
December 31, 2011.<br />
d. An itemized receipt or invoice with the manufacturer, model number and purchase<br />
price of each qualifying product (for final application only).<br />
2. Make a copy of all submissions for your own records and mail submission to address<br />
below.<br />
3. If you prefer the incentive be sent to someone other than yourself, complete the “Third<br />
Party Payment Release Authorization” found in the Final Application Agreement Form.<br />
Your incentive will be sent when all completed project documentation is received and<br />
verified.<br />
FINAL APPLICATIONS LACKING PROPER DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT QUALIFY.<br />
KEMA<br />
c/o PPL Electric Utilities<br />
2 North Ninth Street (GENGA2)<br />
Allentown, PA 18101<br />
Phone: 1-866-432-5501<br />
Fax: 1-866-372-3978<br />
EpowerSolutions@kema.com<br />
www.pplelectric.com/e-power<br />
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1) Complete pre-approval application checklist before commencing with construction (recommended for<br />
all projects, required for Custom Incentive and Technical Studies.<br />
2) Complete final application checklist to initiate final review and payment process.<br />
3) Complete and submit only the worksheets applicable to the incentive being requested.<br />
4) Use Excel format from website, if possible and submit electronically. Use PDF format if filling out<br />
manually and mailing (See page 1 for mailing information).<br />
PRE-APPROVAL APPLICATION<br />
FINAL APPLICATION<br />
CHECKLIST<br />
CHECKLIST<br />
Required Attachments for All Projects Required Attachments for All Projects<br />
Customer/Contractor Information Customer/Contractor Information<br />
Application Checklist Final Application Agreement Form/Third-Party<br />
Copy of PPL Electric Utilities Bill Payment Release Authorization<br />
Itemized Invoices<br />
For Custom Projects Manufacturer's Specifications (requested)<br />
Commissioning/Measurement Plan Application Checklist<br />
Custom Incentive Worksheet<br />
Incentives Worksheets<br />
(Check those that apply and complete forms)<br />
For Custom Projects<br />
Commissioning/Measurement <strong>Report</strong><br />
Retrofit Lighting* Custom Incentive Worksheet<br />
New Construction Lighting* TRM Worksheets<br />
HVAC*<br />
DHP* Incentives Worksheets<br />
Insulation<br />
(Check those that apply and complete forms)<br />
Refrigeration Retrofit Lighting*<br />
Appliances New Construction Lighting*<br />
VSD and Motors* HVAC*<br />
Custom/Technical Study DHP*<br />
Insulation<br />
Refrigeration<br />
Appliances<br />
VSD and Motors*<br />
Custom/Technical Study<br />
Pre-Approval Application Date:<br />
Estimated Project Cost:<br />
Expected Completion Date:<br />
*These worksheets have additional required<br />
documentation that show kWh savings. See worksheets<br />
for details.<br />
APPLICATION CHECKLIST<br />
PPL Electric Utilities E-power Incentives<br />
INSTRUCTIONS<br />
Please complete below if this is a revised submittal.<br />
REVISED PRE-APPROVAL APPLICATION DATE:<br />
REVISED FINAL APPLICATION DATE:<br />
APPLICATION NUMBER (IF KNOWN):<br />
Final Application Date:<br />
Final Project Cost:<br />
Final Completion Date:<br />
*These worksheets have additional required<br />
documentation that show kWh savings. See<br />
worksheets for details.<br />
Incomplete applications will delay processing and incentive<br />
payment.<br />
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Project Type:<br />
Building Information: Total Sq. Ft.: Space Heating Type:<br />
Building Type (select one) :<br />
Building Age:<br />
EDUCATION - PRIMARY SCHOOL LODGING HOTEL (GUEST ROOM) RETAIL - 3 STORY LARGE<br />
EDUCATION - SECONDARY SCHOOL LODGING MOTEL RETAIL - SINGLE-STORY LARGE<br />
EDUCATION - COMMUNITY COLLEGE MANUFACTURING - LIGHT RETAIL - SMALL<br />
EDUCATION - UNIVERSITY MULTI-FAMILY - COMMON AREAS<br />
LARGE RETAIL/SERVICE OFFICE - LARGE<br />
GROCERY OFFICE - SMALL<br />
MEDICAL - HOSPITAL RESTAURANT - SIT DOWN<br />
MEDICAL - CLINIC RESTAURANT - FAST-FOOD<br />
Business Type (select one):<br />
Government (Federal/State/Local) Non-Profit Entity<br />
Education None of the Above<br />
Tax Status:<br />
Sole-Proprietor Non-Profit Government<br />
Partnership Corporation Religious<br />
START DATE COMPLETION DATE ESTIMATED TOTAL COST<br />
NAME OF APPLICANT'S BUSINESS<br />
NAME AS IT APPEARS ON PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES BILL PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES ACCOUNT #<br />
APPLICANT TAXPAYER ID # (SSN/FEDERAL ID)<br />
MAILING ADDRESS CITY<br />
STATE ZIP<br />
INSTALLATION ADDRESS CITY STATE<br />
Please indicate the dollar amount of other (non-PPL) rebates you may also be receiving for this purchase.<br />
This information does not change the amount of your E-power rebate.<br />
NAME OF CONTACT PERSON - Preferred Contact for Documentation<br />
CONTACT PHONE #<br />
NAME OF CONTRACTING COMPANY<br />
EXT<br />
CUSTOMER CONTACT<br />
TITLE OF CONTACT<br />
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS<br />
NAME OF CONTACT PERSON TITLE OF CONTACT PERSON<br />
CONTACT PHONE # EXT<br />
MAILING ADDRESS CITY<br />
STATE<br />
CONTRACTOR SIGNATURE<br />
APPLICATION<br />
CUSTOMER/CONTRACTOR INFORMATION<br />
PPL Electric Utilities E-power Incentives<br />
Important: Please read the Terms and Conditions before signing and submitting this application.<br />
You must complete all information and provide required additional documentation to avoid processing delays.<br />
CUSTOMER INFORMATION<br />
New Construction/Whole Building<br />
Renovation<br />
CONTACT FAX #<br />
CONTRACTOR INFORMATION<br />
CONTACT FAX #<br />
How did you hear about E-power rebates?<br />
PPL Bill Insert Store Word of Mouth<br />
Newspaper PPL Employee Trade Ally<br />
Online Event Other<br />
Radio Magazine<br />
Television Mail<br />
I understand PPL Electric Utilities reserves the right to audit my rebate application and if requested, I will allow PPL Electric Utilities' representatives reasonable access to verify the<br />
installation of qualifying product(s) and potentially the removal of older products. I understand PPL Electric Utilities may provide my name and address to PPL Electric Utilities representatives<br />
to verify this information and I approve sending the rebate to the address I have provided above.<br />
DATE<br />
CUSTOMER SIGNATURE (PPL CUSTOMER) DATE<br />
Retrofit/Equipment Replacement<br />
STORAGE CONDITIONED<br />
STORAGE UNCONDITIONED<br />
WAREHOUSE<br />
OTHER<br />
PROJECT NAME (IF APPLICABLE)<br />
(elec or non-elec)<br />
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: (Used to send status updates regarding this application and<br />
additional information about other PPL Programs.)<br />
$<br />
(specify)<br />
ZIP<br />
ZIP<br />
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PPL Electric Utilities Corporation (“PPL”) is offering financial incentives under the PPL E-power Program<br />
to facilitate the implementation of cost-effective energy-efficient measures for commercial, industrial,<br />
governmental, institutional, and non-profit customers.<br />
Completed applications will be reviewed in the order received. Applicants who submit incomplete<br />
applications will be notified of deficiencies upon review of the application, which will be held separately<br />
until all requested information is received. Applicants are encouraged to call 1-866-432-5501 if they have<br />
any questions about documentation requirements. Funds are limited and subject to availability. The<br />
Program and/or its individual components may be extended, modified (including changing incentive<br />
levels) or terminated without prior notice.<br />
Program Effective Dates<br />
The current Program cycle runs from July 1, 2009 through May 31, 2013. The PPL E-power Program<br />
and incentives are offered under Act 129 and are subject to change. See the E-power website at<br />
www.pplelectric.com/e-power for Program information.<br />
Program and Project Eligibility<br />
The PPL E-power incentives are available for the energy-efficient measures listed in the worksheets<br />
attached to the application. All customers who receive their electricity via the PPL distribution network<br />
are eligible to apply for these incentives, regardless of the retail electric supplier from which the<br />
customer has chosen to purchase electricity. Both small and large multi-family projects also are eligible<br />
for incentives under this Program and must provide their master meter account information.<br />
Many projects involving energy savings may be eligible. Incentives are available for both Prescriptive<br />
and Custom Measures.<br />
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS<br />
PPL Electric Utilities E-power Incentives<br />
Prescriptive Measures are energy-efficiency measures with pre-determined savings and incentive levels.<br />
These measures are listed in the Lighting, HVAC, Refrigeration, and Motors and Drives worksheets of<br />
the application.<br />
Custom Measures are those energy-efficiency measures not covered by any other E-power Program,<br />
rebate, or incentive. Accordingly, projects to implement Custom Measures are considered Custom<br />
Incentive Projects. Those Projects must be approved by PPL in advance. Incentives are determined on a<br />
case-by-case basis, and are paid per unit of energy (kWh) saved (up to $500,000 per site or $2 million<br />
per parent company). Custom projects may not result in an increase in summer peak demand usage.<br />
Custom Incentive Projects must be cost-effective according to PPL calculations. Projects not eligible to<br />
be treated as Custom Incentive Projects include those that:<br />
Receive a rebate/incentive through any other energy efficiency program offered by PPL.<br />
Produce an electric energy reduction through substitution of another energy source for electricity.<br />
Merely terminate existing processes, facilities, or operations; or simple control adjustments<br />
that do not involve external costs.<br />
Relocate existing processes, facilities, or operations out of PPL service territory.<br />
Are required by local, state or federal law; building or other codes; or are standard<br />
industry practices.<br />
Installation for all Customer Measures must be at the customer’s facility and provide 100% of the energy<br />
benefits as stated in the application for a period of five years or for the life of the product, whichever is<br />
less.<br />
Custom Incentive Project Payment Limits<br />
Custom Incentives are capped at $500,000 per customer site per year, or $2 million per parent company<br />
per year for customers with multiple sites. Technical Study Reimbursements are capped at $50,000 or<br />
100% of the eligible study cost, whichever is less. Technical Study Reimbursement calculations are<br />
specific to the type of study and can be found on Page 20. Custom Incentive Project payments cannot<br />
exceed 50% of the customer’s total external, out-of-pocket costs for the project. Customer internal labor<br />
costs cannot be included in calculating implementation costs as they are ‘sunk’ cost and not incremental<br />
costs associated with the custom incentive project.<br />
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS (cont'd)<br />
Application Review Process<br />
Pre-approval applications are highly recommended for all projects and are required for Retrofit Lighting<br />
Projects, Custom Incentive Projects and Technical Study Reimbursement Applications. Following review<br />
of the pre-approval application, which must include all relevant documentation, PPL will respond with a<br />
funds reservation letter if the project is eligible. The funds reservation letter is not a guarantee of an<br />
exact dollar amount, but serves as approval for project acceptance.<br />
Invoices for all associated work must be provided. The project invoice must provide sufficient detail to<br />
separate the project cost from the cost of other services such as repairs and building code compliance.<br />
PPL reserves the right to request additional supporting documentation necessary to ensure measure<br />
eligibility and verify that the expected energy savings will occur. Requested information may include, but<br />
is not limited to: equipment purchase dates, installation dates, proof that the equipment is operational,<br />
manufacturer specifications, warranty information, and proof of customer co-payment. PPL will make<br />
every effort to maintain the confidentiality of customer information except when such information must be<br />
provided to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) and its contractors, as well as contractors<br />
engaged by PPL to perform measurement and evaluation.<br />
Inspections and/or PUC’s Statewide Program Evaluation<br />
PPL, its agents, Program Evaluation Contractor, and/or the PUC statewide program evaluator have the<br />
right to audit or inspect all projects to verify the accuracy of project documentation as well as compliance<br />
with these terms and conditions and the Program rules. This may include pre-installation and/or postinstallation<br />
inspections, detailed lighting layout descriptions, metering, data collection, interviews, and<br />
utility bill data analyses. By submitting a completed application, the customer agrees to allow access by<br />
the entities listed above to project documents and the facility where the measures were installed for a<br />
period of five years after receipt of incentive payment from PPL.<br />
Tax Liability<br />
Incentives may be taxable for most taxpayers. If the incentive is more than $600, it will be reported to the<br />
IRS and the customer will be provided with an IRS form 1099, unless the customer is exempt. PPL is not<br />
responsible for any tax liability that may be imposed on any customer as a result of the payment of<br />
Program incentives. All customers must supply their Federal Taxpayer ID Number to PPL in order to<br />
receive a Program incentive. Please consult with your tax professional for information on the tax<br />
treatment of the incentives.<br />
Warranties/ No Endorsement and Limitation of Liability<br />
PPL does not endorse, support or recommend any particular manufacturer, contractor, supplier, product,<br />
measure, or system design in connection with this Program. PPL does not guarantee the specific level of<br />
energy savings with respect to any product, system design or energy efficiency measure.<br />
y g ( )<br />
PPL makes no representations and provides no warranty or guarantee with respect to: (a) design,<br />
manufacture, construction, safety performance, or effectiveness of newly installed equipment or (b) the<br />
work performed by any contractor with respect to the design, manufacture, or installation of any<br />
measures in connection with this Program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a<br />
particular purpose. By virtue of participating in this Program, the customer agrees to waive any and all<br />
claims or damages against PPL except the receipt of any applicable Program incentives. Customer<br />
agrees that, except with respect to any applicable Third Party Payment Release Authorization, PPL shall<br />
have no obligations to any third party arising under or related to the Program.<br />
The customer and its contractor(s) shall be solely responsible for (i) the construction, installation,<br />
maintenance, and/or operation of the measures, and (ii) any liability or claims arising under or related<br />
thereto. The Customer and its contractor(s), and not PPL, are responsible for (a) the installation of the<br />
measure in accordance with any and all laws, standards and codes, and (b) disposing of any equipment<br />
and materials according to local and state code requirements.<br />
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FINAL APPLICATION AGREEMENT<br />
PPL Electric Utilities E-power Incentives<br />
In exchange for the receipt of any incentive payments from PPL Electric Utilities Corporation (“PPL”) for which I may be eligible,<br />
the applicant:<br />
Certifies that work was completed on this project on or after July 1, 2009. Project documentation, including product specification<br />
sheets, and copies of dated invoices for the purchase and installation of the measures, are attached.<br />
Understands that the location or business name on the invoice must be consistent with the application information. The<br />
applicant agrees to verification, by PPL Corporation or its representatives, of both sales transactions and equipment installation.<br />
The applicant understands that in no case will PPL pay more than 100% of the total costs of the project.<br />
Has attached any other documentation requested of it by the program team. The applicant understands that PPL or its<br />
representatives shall have the right to ask for additional information at any time, and that PPL will make the final determination<br />
of incentive levels for all projects.<br />
Certifies that the information on this application is true and correct and that the Taxpayer ID Number and tax status is the<br />
applicant’s. The applicant understands that incentives over $600 will be reported to the IRS unless the applicant submits<br />
appropriate exemption documentation.<br />
Understands that this project must involve a facility improvement that results in improved energy-efficiency and/or a permanent<br />
reduction in energy usage. The applicant understands that in the event the application was pre-approved and funds were<br />
reserved based upon the application, such pre-approval or reservation, including the specific dollar amount of reservation, did<br />
not represent a guarantee that such funds will be paid. Payment of incentives is based upon the final application and program<br />
terms and conditions, as well as the availability of funds.<br />
Understands that all materials removed, including lamps and PCB ballasts, must be permanently taken out of service and<br />
disposed of in accordance with all laws, including local codes and ordinances. The applicant understands it is the applicant’s<br />
responsibility to be aware of any applicable codes or ordinances and that information about hazardous waste disposal can be<br />
found at: www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/index.htm.<br />
Understands that it may be recognized as a program participant in promotional materials; however, project details will not be<br />
released to the public without prior consent. If the applicant chooses to opt-out of any recognition, it will indicate its choice in a<br />
letter addressed to: E-power Solutions/KEMA, c/o PPL Electric Utilities, 2 North Ninth Street (GENGA2), Allentown, PA 18101,<br />
or via email to EpowerSolutions@kema.com.<br />
Understands that PPL does not guarantee the energy savings and does not make any warranties associated with the measures<br />
eligible for incentives under E-power programs and further, that PPL has no obligations regarding and does not endorse or<br />
guarantee any claims, promises, work, or equipment made, performed, or furnished by any contractors or equipment vendors<br />
that sell or install any energy efficiency measures.<br />
Understands that programs, eligibility requirements and incentives are subject to change. Program information is listed on the Epower<br />
website at www.pplelectric.com/e-power.<br />
Understands and agrees to be bound to the terms and conditions herein when submitting any rebate or incentive application to<br />
PPL and its affiliates or subsidiaries, and further understands that these terms and conditions may be changed at any time<br />
without prior notice and shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The applicant understands that<br />
either it or PPL may bring any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to this application only in federal courts in<br />
Eastern Pennsylvania or in the state courts in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. The applicant consents to the exclusive jurisdiction<br />
of such courts for the purpose of all legal actions and proceeding. The applicant waives, to the fullest extent permitted by law,<br />
any objection that it may now or later have to the laying of venue as provided in this section and any claim that any action or<br />
proceeding brought in any such court has been brought in an inconvenient form. The applicant knowingly, voluntarily, and<br />
intentionally waives its right to trial by jury in any action or other legal proceeding arising out of or relation to this application. This<br />
waiver applies to any action or legal proceeding, whether in agreement, tort, or otherwise.<br />
Has read, understood and is in compliance with all rules and regulations concerning PPL E-power programs. The applicant<br />
certifies that all information provided is correct to the best of its knowledge, and gives PPL permission to share the applicant’s<br />
records with the PUC, and agents, representatives and contractors it selects to manage, coordinate or evaluate the program.<br />
Additionally, the applicant hereby authorizes PPL to have reasonable access to its property to inspect the installation and<br />
performance of the equipment and installations that are eligible for incentives under the guidelines of the program.<br />
Signature required on page with Final Agreement<br />
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CUSTOMER SIGNATURE (PPL Electric Utilities CUSTOMER)<br />
PRINT NAME<br />
Authorized by:<br />
CUSTOMER SIGNATURE (PPL CUSTOMER)<br />
FINAL APPLICATION AGREEMENT<br />
I have read and understand the program requirements, measure specifications, and E-power Incentives Terms and Conditions set<br />
forth in this application and agree to abide by those requirements. Furthermore, I concur that I must meet all eligibility criteria in<br />
order to be paid under this program.<br />
TOTAL PROJECT COST<br />
DATE<br />
Complete this section ONLY if incentive payment is to be paid to an entity other than the PPL customer listed on the Applicant<br />
Information page.<br />
I AM AUTHORIZING THIS REBATE PAYMENT TO THE THIRD PARTY NAMED BELOW AND I UNDERSTAND THAT I WILL NOT BE<br />
RECEIVING THE REBATE PAYMENT CHECK FROM PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT MY RELEASE OF<br />
PAYMENT TO THE THIRD PARTY DOES NOT EXEMPT ME FROM THE REBATE REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED IN THE APPLICATION.<br />
Check should be made payable to:<br />
PAYEE: COMPANY<br />
PPL Electric Utilities E-power Incentives<br />
INCENTIVES REQUESTED AGREEMENT<br />
FOR FINAL APPLICATIONS, SIGN AND SUBMIT ONLY AFTER ALL EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN INSTALLED AND OPERATIONAL.<br />
A CUSTOMER SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED FOR PAYMENT. SIGNED APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY FAX OR EMAIL WILL BE<br />
TREATED THE SAME AS ORIGINAL APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY MAIL.<br />
MAILING ADDRESS 1<br />
CITY<br />
**TOTAL INCENTIVES REQUESTED<br />
YOUR PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES 10-Digit Account #:<br />
ACTUAL COMPLETION DATE<br />
THIRD-PARTY PAYMENT RELEASE AUTHORIZATION (OPTIONAL)<br />
PRINT NAME<br />
ATTENTION TO:<br />
STATE<br />
EMAIL: (Used to send status updates regarding this application and additional information about other PPL Programs.)<br />
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER<br />
TAXPAYER ID # (SSN/FEIN OF PAYEE) TAX STATUS Corporation (Inc., PC, Etc.), Tax Exempt, Individual, Other (May receive 1099)<br />
**Rebate amount will pay the lesser of 1) The calculated incentive as approved and 2) 50% of the total cost of the project for custom measures.<br />
DATE<br />
ZIP<br />
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RETROFIT LIGHTING REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Note: A PA Lighting Form is required for all Retrofit Lighting projects. The form may be found at pplelectric.com/e-power/resources.<br />
Call 1-866-432-5501 for assistance. Additionally, a manufacturer’s specification sheet for new fixtures, lamps,<br />
and/or ballasts is requested.<br />
Measure Description & Eligibility Criteria Eligible Installation<br />
T12 to High Performance/Reduced Wattage T8 Fixtures<br />
The installed lamps and ballasts must qualify for the Consortium for<br />
<strong>Energy</strong> Efficiency (CEE) high performance/reduced wattage T8<br />
specification http://www.cee1.org/com/com-lt/com-lt-specs.pdf. A list<br />
of qualified lamps and ballasts can be found at: http://www.cee1.org.<br />
32 Watt T8 Lamps to High Performance/Reduced Wattage T8 Lamps<br />
The installed lamps must qualify for the Consortium for <strong>Energy</strong><br />
Efficiency (CEE) high performance/reduced wattage T8 specification<br />
http://www.cee1.org/com/com-lt/com-lt-specs.pdf. A list of qualified<br />
lamps can be found at: http://www.cee1.org.<br />
High Bay T5HO Fixtures<br />
New fixture wattage must be >100 watts.<br />
High Bay T8 Fixtures<br />
New fixture wattage must be >100 watts.<br />
Delamp and Install Reflectors<br />
Retrofit Fixture with<br />
New High<br />
Performance/Reduced<br />
Wattage T8<br />
Lamps AND Ballast<br />
Retrofit T8 Fixture with<br />
New High<br />
Performance/Reduced<br />
Wattage T8<br />
Lamps<br />
New T5HO Fluorescent<br />
Fixture (>100W)<br />
T5 and T8 Fixtures<br />
Replace or retrofit existing fixture with same number of new T8 or T5<br />
lamps and new ballasts. New T8 or T5 Lamps & Ballasts<br />
Replace or retrofit the existing fluorescent fixture with new T8 or T5<br />
lamps, electronic ballast and reflector. This measure can be a retrofit<br />
kit or new fixture. Installed fixture must have fewer lamps or a net (in<br />
the case of 8 foot lamps) reduction in linear lamp length.<br />
Common examples:<br />
2 Lamp U T12 to 2 Lamp 2' T8 w/ reflector = $20 per fixture<br />
4 Lamp 4' T12 to 3 Lamp 4' T8 w/ reflector = $30 per fixture<br />
4 Lamp 4' T12 to 2 Lamp 4' T8 w/ reflector = $40 per fixture<br />
2 Lamp 8' T12 to 2 Lamp 4' T8 w/ reflector = $30 per fixture<br />
2 Lamp 8' T12 to 3 Lamp 4' T8 w/ reflector = $30 per fixture<br />
4 Lamp 8' T12 to 4 Lamp 4' T8 w/ reflector = $60 per fixture<br />
High Pressure Sodium Lighting (HPS)<br />
HPS lamp wattage must be > 65 watts and < 300 watts. The retrofit<br />
must replace a Mercury Vapor Lamp.<br />
Pulse Start or Ceramic Metal Halide<br />
The qualified fixture may be new pulse start metal halide fixtures or<br />
retrofit kits that replace probe start fixtures. The retrofit kit must<br />
include lamp and ballast with fixture. Ballasts may be either electronic<br />
or magnetic.<br />
Pulse Start or Ceramic Metal Halide<br />
The qualified fixture may be new pulse start metal halide fixtures or<br />
retrofit kits that replace probe start fixtures. The retrofit kit must<br />
include lamp and ballast with fixture. Ballasts may be either electronic<br />
or magnetic.<br />
New T8 Fluorescent<br />
Fixture (>100W)<br />
Replace existing fixture with T8<br />
or T5 fixture with one or more<br />
lamps removed from the<br />
original number of lamps.<br />
Retrofitted fixture must include<br />
an electronic ballast and<br />
reflector. Removing lamps<br />
from a fixture that is not being<br />
retrofitted with higher<br />
performance lamps is not<br />
eligible.<br />
New High Pressure<br />
Sodium Fixture<br />
Retrofit to Pulse Start or<br />
Ceramic Metal Halide, ≤ 320<br />
watts<br />
Retrofit to Pulse Start or<br />
Ceramic Metal Halide, > 320<br />
watts<br />
Quantity Rebate/Unit Total Rebate<br />
$6.00<br />
per lamp installed<br />
$1.00<br />
per lamp installed<br />
$16.00<br />
per lamp with installation<br />
of new fixture<br />
$12.00<br />
per lamp with installation<br />
of new fixture<br />
$4.00<br />
per lamp installed<br />
2' or 3' $10<br />
lamp, 1 or<br />
per 2' or 3'<br />
more<br />
lamp installed<br />
lamps<br />
(max 2 lamps)<br />
removed<br />
4' lamp,<br />
1-4' lamp<br />
removed<br />
4' lamp,<br />
2-4'<br />
lamps<br />
removed<br />
2 lamp 8'<br />
fixture to<br />
(2) 4'<br />
lamps<br />
installed<br />
2 lamp 8'<br />
fixture to<br />
(3) 4'<br />
lamps<br />
installed<br />
$10<br />
per 4' lamp<br />
installed<br />
$20<br />
per 4' of lamp<br />
installed<br />
$30<br />
per fixture<br />
$30<br />
per fixture<br />
$40.00<br />
per fixture<br />
$25.00<br />
per fixture<br />
$50.00<br />
per fixture<br />
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RETROFIT LIGHTING REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Note: A PA Lighting Form is required for all Retrofit Lighting projects. The form may be found at pplelectric.com/e-power/resources.<br />
Call 1-866-432-5501 for assistance. Additionally, a manufacturer’s specification sheet for new fixtures, lamps,<br />
and/or ballasts is requested.<br />
Measure Description & Eligibility Criteria Eligible Installation<br />
LED Exit Lighting<br />
LED exit signs must replace either incandescent or compact<br />
fluorescent lamps (CFL) exit signs. The installed signs must meet UL-<br />
924 requirements (listed on product’s packaging) and local fire codes<br />
or ETL listed. Retrofit kits, that are used to replace the lamps within<br />
the casing are not eligible – the entire fixture must be replaced. The<br />
exit sign must have a minimum lifetime of 5 years.<br />
Light Emitting Diode (LED) Fixtures ≤ 15 W<br />
New LED <strong>Energy</strong> Star qualified fixtures or retrofit kits must replace<br />
incandescent or halogen fixtures. LED lamps do not qualify.<br />
Residential use only.<br />
Number of lamps per fixture =<br />
Number of lamps per fixture =<br />
lamps<br />
watts/lamp<br />
lamps<br />
watts/lamp<br />
Retrofit to LED Exit Sign with<br />
input wattage ≤ 5 watts per<br />
face<br />
Cold Cathode Lamps<br />
Cold cathode lamps may be medium (Edison) or candelabra base.<br />
Product must be rated for at least 18,000 average life hours. Must be ≥ 2 and ≤ 8 watts<br />
Non-Residential CFL Pin-Base Fixture<br />
Must be a new ENERGY STAR® CFL Pin-Based Fixture<br />
Residential CFL Pin-Base Fixture<br />
Must be a new ENERGY STAR® CFL Pin-Based Fixture<br />
CFL Non-Residential Screw-In Bulbs<br />
The installed bulbs must be new ENERGY STAR® CFL. CFLs cannot<br />
be stored or inventoried. Lamps must be installed (not stock) to<br />
qualify.<br />
The rebate only applies to CFLs that are not currently being<br />
discounted through PPL EU Residential Retail CFL Program. This<br />
measure does not apply to new construction applications.<br />
Must be ENERGY STAR®<br />
qualified and ≤15 watts<br />
New ENERGY STAR® CFL<br />
Pin-Based Fixture<br />
New ENERGY STAR® CFL<br />
Pin-Based Fixture<br />
Replacing existing<br />
incandescent lamps with<br />
ENERGY STAR® CFLs<br />
Quantity Rebate/Unit Total Rebate<br />
CFL Qty<br />
Avg Cost per<br />
CFL<br />
$15.00<br />
per sign<br />
$15.00<br />
per fixture or<br />
retrofit kit<br />
$3.00<br />
per lamp<br />
$30.00<br />
per fixture<br />
$5.00<br />
per fixture<br />
50% of the cost per bulb<br />
up to<br />
$1.50 per CFL<br />
(not including taxes,<br />
shipping, and handling)<br />
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RETROFIT LIGHTING REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Note: A PA Lighting Form is required for all Retrofit Lighting projects. The form may be found at pplelectric.com/e-power/resources.<br />
Call 1-866-432-5501 for assistance. Additionally, a manufacturer’s specification sheet for new fixtures, lamps,<br />
and/or ballasts is requested.<br />
Measure Description & Eligibility Criteria Eligible Installation<br />
Occupancy Sensor<br />
Eligible occupancy sensors are passive infrared and/or ultrasonic<br />
wall, ceiling or fixture mounted. Installations must comply with<br />
manufacturer’s guidelines on coverage and maximum controlled<br />
watts. This measure may NOT be combined with daylighting controls.<br />
Occupancy Sensor<br />
Occupancy Sensor (coupled with Daylighting Controls)<br />
Eligible occupancy sensors are passive infrared and/or ultrasonic<br />
wall, ceiling or fixture mounted. Installations must comply with<br />
manufacturer’s guidelines on coverage and maximum controlled<br />
watts.<br />
Occupancy sensor combined<br />
with daylighting controls. Up to<br />
$25 per sensor plus $35 for<br />
daylighting controlled fixture,<br />
not to exceed cost<br />
Daylighting Controls<br />
The controls can be on/off, stepped, or continuous (dimming). The<br />
on/off controller should turn off artificial lighting when the interior<br />
luminance meets the desired indoor lighting level. Daylight sensor<br />
controls must be new and are required to be commissioned in order to<br />
ensure proper sensor calibration and energy savings. They are<br />
typically installed in spaces with reasonable amounts of sunlight<br />
exposure and areas where task lighting is not critical. Installation of daylighting<br />
controls and sensors.<br />
Quantity Rebate/Unit Total Rebate<br />
Occ Sensor<br />
Qty<br />
Avg Cost per<br />
Sensor<br />
Occ Sensor<br />
Qty<br />
Avg Cost per<br />
Sensor<br />
# of<br />
Controlled<br />
Watts<br />
Controlled<br />
Up to $45 per sensor,<br />
not to exceed cost<br />
Up to $25 per sensor,<br />
plus $35 for daylighting<br />
controlled fixture, not to<br />
exceed cost<br />
$35<br />
per controlled fixture<br />
LED Traffic Signals<br />
LED Traffic Signal 8” Red and Green Lamps shall have a maximum<br />
LED module wattage of 17.<br />
$25.00<br />
LED Traffic Signal 12” Red and Green Rebates are on a per-lamp (not<br />
for spare lamps) basis<br />
$30.00<br />
LED Traffic Signal 8” or 12” Pedestrian<br />
(including arrows) that retrofit<br />
an existing incandescent traffic<br />
$30.00<br />
LED Traffic Signal 8" Green Arrow signal. Lights must be hardwired,<br />
with the exception of<br />
$25.00<br />
LED Traffic Signal 12" Green Arrow pedestrian hand signals.<br />
$30.00<br />
Total Lighting Rebate:<br />
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NEW CONSTRUCTION LIGHTING REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Lighting Power Density Method<br />
Under the Lighting Power Density Approach, the lighting power installed is compared with the lighting power allowed by<br />
code. Rebates are available for systems where the installed lighting power density is lower than the code level by at least<br />
5%. Savings are based on the Lighting power Density (LPD) calculated on a watts per square foot basis. Baseline lighting<br />
power density is based on <strong>ASHRAE</strong> 90.1-2007. Either the "Space-by-Space or "Building Area" method may be used to<br />
calculate the LPD for the purpose of the incentive.<br />
The rebate for the lighting performance based approach is $0.35 per watt reduction in connected load below the<br />
<strong>ASHRAE</strong> 90.1-2007 standard. The minimum lighting power density used to calculate the rebate shall be no less<br />
than 5% below the <strong>ASHRAE</strong> 90.1-2007 value.<br />
Required Documentation:<br />
1) PPL Electric Utilities E-power New Construction Lighting Rebate Worksheet (please contact us at 1-866-432-5501 for the<br />
most current version), or COMcheck Interior Lighting <strong>Report</strong> or equivalent analysis demonstrating space-by-space or<br />
building area calculations.<br />
2) Final electrical plan sheets showing lighting fixture layout, or lighting fixture schedule sheet including fixture counts.<br />
Requested Documentation:<br />
1) Manufacturer's specification sheets showing model number and rated fixture wattage.<br />
This LPD table only includes incentives for lighting system efficiency and does not include the capability to enter time, occupancy,<br />
daylighting or other controls that may be part of a lighting renovation project. This is because many controls are required by code<br />
for new construction and are therefore not eligible for incentives. Lighting controls that are not required by code may be applied for<br />
as a “Custom” project by completing the PA Lighting Form (PA TRM Appendix C) for the fixtures that include the qualifying<br />
controls, and applying for a “custom” project.<br />
Building Type<br />
Example: Sally's Retail Sales 100,000 150,000<br />
Total New Construction Lighting Rebate:<br />
<strong>Summary</strong> Illustration (Optional)<br />
Occupied<br />
Area<br />
(Sq Ft)<br />
Total<br />
Allowed Watts<br />
(Watts)<br />
Total<br />
Proposed<br />
Watts<br />
(Watts)<br />
113,533<br />
Rebate per W<br />
reduced<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
$0.35<br />
Total Rebate<br />
$12,763.45<br />
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Room Air Conditioners<br />
Must be ENERGY STAR® rated.<br />
11.5 EER,<br />
3.3 COP<br />
11.1 EER,<br />
3.2 COP<br />
10.0 EER/<br />
9.7 IPLV,<br />
3.2 COP<br />
ENERGY<br />
STAR® rated<br />
Water Cooled and Air-Cooled High Efficiency Chiller<br />
The chiller must meet both the full load and IPLV performance values for the selected Path as tested according to AHRI 550/590-2003. The chillers must be UL listed<br />
and use a minimum ozone-depleting refrigerant (e.g., HCFC or HFC). The AHRI net capacity value should be used to determine the chiller tons. Efficiency rating<br />
requirement for water-cooled chillers is based on unit size. Refer to the Pennsylvania Technical Reference Manual for more details. Prescriptive incentive for chillers<br />
are for unitary electric chillers serving a single load at the system level or sub-system level. All other chiller applications fall into the Custom incentive program.<br />
Chiller Type<br />
Size<br />
HVAC REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Note: Required documentation in addition to this worksheet includes:<br />
1) An AHRI Certificate indicating the system efficiency (EER, SEER, HSPF, COP, kW/ton-IPLV, COP-IPLV, etc.)<br />
2) HVAC savings calculation worksheet found at: pplelectric.com/e-power/resources<br />
A Manufacturer's specification sheet is requested.<br />
Equipment Type/Eligible Installation<br />
Air Conditioning Systems and Air Source Heat Pumps<br />
Size Category<br />
Qualifying<br />
Efficiency<br />
Rebate/<br />
Unit<br />
Units<br />
New unitary air conditioning units or air source heat pumps that meet or<br />
exceed the qualifying cooling efficiency shown. They can be either split<br />
Central AC < 65,000 Btu/h (< 5.4 tons) 16 SEER $100.00<br />
systems or single package units. Water-cooled systems, evaporative<br />
coolers, and water source heat pumps do not qualify under this program,<br />
but may qualify for custom.<br />
The efficiency of split systems is based on an AHRI reference number. All<br />
Air-Source Heat Pump,<br />
< 65,000 Btu/h (< 5.4 tons)<br />
15 SEER<br />
16 SEER<br />
$100.00<br />
$200.00<br />
Piece of<br />
Equipment<br />
packaged and split system cooling equipment must meet Air Conditioning,<br />
Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) standards (210/240, 320 or<br />
340/360), be UL listed, use a minimum ozone-depleting refrigerant (e.g.,<br />
HCFC or HFC).<br />
11.5 EER<br />
DX Packaged A/C System,<br />
> 65,000 Btu/h and < 240,000 Btu/h 12.0 EER<br />
(≥ 5.4 tons and < 20 tons)<br />
$55.00<br />
$80.00<br />
For A/C units
7,000 - 10,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 0.583 and < 0.833 tons)<br />
10,000 - 14,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 0.833 and < 1.167 tons)<br />
HVAC REBATE WORKSHEET (cont'd)<br />
PTAC/PTHP<br />
Package terminal air conditioners and heat pumps are through-the-wall self contained units that are 2 tons (24,000 Btu/h) or less. All sizes must be ENERGY STAR®<br />
rated. Contact E-power Solutions at 1-866-432-5501 for additional information.<br />
0 - 7,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 0 and < 0.583 tons)<br />
≥ 14,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 1.167 tons)<br />
PTAC (Cooling Only)<br />
Cooling Capacity Qualifying EER (Replacement) Qualifying EER (New Construction)<br />
Cooling Capacity<br />
0 - 7,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 0 and < 0.583 tons)<br />
7,000 - 10,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 0.583 and < 0.833 tons)<br />
10,000 - 14,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 0.833 and < 1.167 tons)<br />
PTAC/PTHP<br />
Make and<br />
Model #<br />
≥ 14,000 Btu/h<br />
(≥ 1.167 tons)<br />
Qty<br />
Total HVAC Rebate:<br />
Qualifying EER<br />
(Replacement)<br />
Rebate per<br />
Piece of Equipment<br />
9.9 11.5 $15.00<br />
9.2 10.9 $20.00<br />
8.3 10.0 $30.00<br />
8.0 9.6 $40.00<br />
Qualifying COP<br />
(Replacement)<br />
PTHP (Cooling and Heating)<br />
Qualifying EER<br />
(New Construction)<br />
Qualifying COP<br />
(New Construction)<br />
Rebate per<br />
Piece of Equipment<br />
9.7 2.8 11.5 3.2 $30.00<br />
9.1 2.8 10.9 3.1 $40.00<br />
8.2 2.7 10.0 3.0<br />
8.4 2.6 9.6 2.9<br />
Cooling Capacity<br />
(Btu/h)<br />
Cooling<br />
Capacity (tons)<br />
Cooling EER<br />
Heating Capacity<br />
(Btu/h)<br />
Heating<br />
Capacity<br />
(tons)<br />
$60.00<br />
$80.00<br />
Heating COP Rebate<br />
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Note: Required documentation in addition to this worksheet includes:<br />
1) An AHRI Certificate indicating the system efficiency (EER, SEER, HSPF, COP, kW/ton-IPLV, COP-IPLV, etc.)<br />
2) DHP savings calculation worksheet found at: pplelectric.com/e-power/resources<br />
A Manufacturer's specification sheet is requested.<br />
Is natural gas available at your business? Does the new unit replace a gas unit?<br />
Cooling Capacity<br />
15.0<br />
8.6 $100.00<br />
< 64,800 Btu/h (5.4 tons) 17.0<br />
9.5<br />
$150.00<br />
19.0 10.5 $200.00<br />
Space and/or<br />
Building Type<br />
Total HVAC Rebate:<br />
DUCTLESS MINI-SPLIT HEAT PUMP REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Quantity<br />
Qualifying SEER Qualifying HSPF<br />
Outdoor Unit (one application per unit)<br />
Manufacturer Model # AHRI Cert Ref # Size (Tons) Rated SEER Rated HSPF<br />
Rated Cooling<br />
Capacity (Btu/h)<br />
Indoor Unit(s)<br />
Existing Cooling System<br />
Type<br />
Rated Heating Capacity<br />
(Btu/h)<br />
Rebate per<br />
Ton (12,000 Btu/h)<br />
Existing Heating<br />
System Type<br />
Space and/or<br />
Existing Cooling System<br />
Existing Heating<br />
Building Type<br />
Type<br />
System Type<br />
Arena/<strong>Audit</strong>orium/Convention Center Ductless Heat Pump<br />
Ductless Heat Pump<br />
College: Classes/Administrative<br />
Air-Source Heat Pump<br />
Electric Resistance<br />
Convenience Stores Central AC Air-Source Heat Pump<br />
Dining: Bar Lounge/Leisure<br />
Room/Window AC<br />
PTHP<br />
Dining: Cafeteria / Fast Food<br />
PTAC<br />
Electric Furnace<br />
Dining: Restaurants<br />
PTHP<br />
Non Electric Heating Fuel<br />
Gymnasium/Performing Arts Theatre<br />
No Cooling<br />
New Construction<br />
Hospitals/Health care<br />
Industrial: 1 Shift/Light Manufacturing<br />
Industrial: 2 Shift<br />
Industrial: 3 Shift<br />
Lodging: Hotels/Motels/Dormitories<br />
Lodging: Residential<br />
Multi-Family (Common Areas)<br />
Museum/Library<br />
Nursing Homes<br />
Office: General/Retail<br />
Office: Medical/Banks<br />
Parking Garages & Lots<br />
Penitentiary<br />
Police/Fire Stations (24 Hr)<br />
Post Office/Town Hall/Court House<br />
Religious Buildings/Church<br />
Retail<br />
Schools/University<br />
Warehouses (Not Refrigerated)<br />
Warehouses (Refrigerated)<br />
Waste Water Treatment Plant<br />
New Construction<br />
No Heat<br />
Rebate<br />
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Customer must have an electrically conditioned space to qualify. Buildings cooled by chillers are not eligible. New Construction projects are not eligible.<br />
Electric Space Conditioning Type:<br />
Heating/Cooling: Cooling Only:<br />
Air Source Heat Pump Air Source Air Conditioner<br />
Insulation Type:<br />
Insulation Type:<br />
Wall/Ceiling Insulation<br />
Ceiling Insulation: Must add a minimum of R-11 and meet<br />
or exceed current <strong>ASHRAE</strong> code requirement (unless<br />
physical space restrictions exist). New construction projects<br />
do not qualify for incentives.<br />
Blown-in Spray-on Other:<br />
Batt Rigid Board<br />
Wall Insulation: Must add a minimum of R-11 and meet or<br />
exceed current <strong>ASHRAE</strong> code requirement (unless physical<br />
space restrictions exist). No incentive for New Construction<br />
Projects.<br />
Total Insulation Rebate:<br />
Blown-in Spray-on Other:<br />
Batt Rigid Board<br />
INSULATION REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Existing<br />
R-Value<br />
New R-<br />
Value<br />
Amount<br />
(per sq ft)<br />
$0.30<br />
$0.30<br />
# of Sq ft<br />
Installed<br />
Total Rebate<br />
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High-Efficiency Evaporator Fans - Walk-in Cooler<br />
Replacement of an existing standard-efficiency shadedpole<br />
(SP) evaporator fan coil or a Permanent Split<br />
Capacitor (PSC) in walk-ins. The replacement unit must<br />
be an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM).<br />
High-Efficiency Evaporator Fans - Walk-in Freezer<br />
Replacement of an existing standard-efficiency shadedpole<br />
(SP) evaporator fan coil or a Permanent Split<br />
Capacitor (PSC) in walk-ins. The replacement unit must<br />
be an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM).<br />
High-Efficiency Evaporator Fans - Reach-in Cooler<br />
Replacement of an existing standard-efficiency shadedpole<br />
(SP) evaporator fan motor in refrigerated cooler<br />
display cases. The replacement unit must be an<br />
Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM) or Permanent<br />
Split Capacitor (PSC). (PSC motors for new walk-in<br />
coolers are not eligible.)<br />
Replacement of an existing Permanent Split Capacitor<br />
(PSC) with an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM).<br />
High-Efficiency Evaporator Fans - Reach-in Freezer<br />
Replacement of an existing standard-efficiency shadedpole<br />
(SP) evaporator fan motor in freezer display cases.<br />
The replacement unit must be an Electronically<br />
Commutated Motor (ECM) or Permanent Split Capacitor<br />
(PSC). (PSC motors for new walk-in freezers are not<br />
eligible.)<br />
Replacement of an existing Permanent Split Capacitor<br />
(PSC) with an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM).<br />
Anti-Sweat Heating Controls<br />
Technologies that can turn off anti-sweat heaters based<br />
on sensing condensation on the inner glass pane (if<br />
applicable) and frame at low-humidity conditions. Credit<br />
is based on the total horizontal linear footage of the<br />
case.<br />
REFRIGERATION REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Measure Name Eligible Installation<br />
High-Efficiency Display Cases<br />
High-efficiency display cases incorporate anti-sweat<br />
controls, high performance evaporative fans, defrost<br />
control, improved insulation, liquid suction heat<br />
exchangers, and efficient light systems.<br />
This is for remote cases only. Deli cases, open-air units,<br />
custom coolers/freezers and walk-in boxes with reach-in<br />
doors do not qualify.<br />
Floating Head Pressure Control<br />
This rebate is for installing automatic controls to lower<br />
condensing pressure at lower ambient temperatures in<br />
multiplex refrigeration systems. Controls installed must<br />
vary head pressure to adjust condensing temperatures<br />
in relation to outdoor air temperature and to maintain a<br />
20ºF variance below design heat pressure during milder<br />
weather conditions.<br />
Must replace an existing, open, multi-deck display case with a<br />
new, ENERGY STAR high-efficiency, reach-in unit with standard<br />
glass doors with an Electronically Commutated Fan Motor (ECM),<br />
T-8 lamps and an electronic ballast or LED lighting.<br />
Quantity Rebate/<br />
Unit<br />
$40.00<br />
Case Volume = cu ft Unit<br />
Must have a minimum SCT (Saturated Condensing Temperature)<br />
programmed for the floating head pressure control of ≤ 70ºF and<br />
include balanced-port expansion valves* to replace existing<br />
constant pressure or manually controlled system.<br />
SP to ECM<br />
PSC to ECM<br />
SP to ECM<br />
PSC to ECM<br />
SP to ECM<br />
SP to PSC<br />
PSC to ECM<br />
SP to ECM<br />
SP to PSC<br />
PSC to ECM<br />
16W - 36W<br />
37W - 48W<br />
> 48W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
37W - 48W<br />
> 48W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
37W - 48W<br />
> 48W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
37W - 48W<br />
> 48W<br />
< 16W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
>36W<br />
< 16W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
>36W<br />
< 16W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
>36W<br />
< 16W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
>36W<br />
< 16W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
>36W<br />
< 16W<br />
16W - 36W<br />
>36W<br />
Installation of relative humidity sensors for the air outside of the<br />
display case and controls that reduce or turn off the glass door (if<br />
applicable) and frame anti-sweat heaters at low-humidity<br />
conditions.<br />
Compressor VSD Retrofit<br />
Redundant or back-up units do not qualify. VSDs on new Installation of variable speed drive (VSD) on commercial and<br />
equipment are not eligible. The rebate is per controlled industrial refrigeration compressors.<br />
HP.<br />
Total Refrigeration Rebate:<br />
$20.00<br />
Ton<br />
$60.00<br />
$90.00<br />
$120.00<br />
$20.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$40.00<br />
$60.00<br />
$90.00<br />
$120.00<br />
$20.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$40.00<br />
$40.00<br />
$70.00<br />
$90.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$40.00<br />
$50.00<br />
$10.00<br />
$20.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$40.00<br />
$70.00<br />
$90.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$40.00<br />
$50.00<br />
$10.00<br />
$20.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$34.00<br />
Door<br />
$70.00<br />
Horsepower<br />
* The expansion valve is a device used to meter the flow of liquid refrigerant entering the evaporator at a rate that matches the amount of refrigerant being boiled off in the evaporator.<br />
Total<br />
Rebate<br />
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Ice Maker<br />
Measure<br />
ENERGY STAR® Steam Cookers<br />
Residential Refrigerator<br />
Commercial Reach-in Refrigerator<br />
Installation of replacement units that are ENERGY<br />
STAR® listed. Cases with remote refrigeration<br />
systems are not eligible. Their size > 30 cubic feet.<br />
Total Appliances Rebate:<br />
APPLIANCES REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
ENERGY STAR® Qualifying Appliances<br />
Ice Maker Type:<br />
Self-Contained:<br />
Ice-Making Heads:<br />
Remote Condensing:<br />
ENERGY STAR®<br />
ENERGY STAR®<br />
Volume =<br />
Eligible Installation<br />
Installation of ice machines that meet the minimum efficiency<br />
required for ENERGY STAR® or Consortium for <strong>Energy</strong><br />
Efficiency (CEE) Tier 2.<br />
Must install three or more pans to qualify.<br />
ENERGY STAR®<br />
cu ft<br />
Quantity Rebate/<br />
Unit<br />
# of Pans<br />
$115.00<br />
Unit<br />
$100.00<br />
Pan<br />
$25.00<br />
Unit<br />
$70.00<br />
Unit<br />
Total<br />
Rebate<br />
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• Rated motor horsepower ≤ 200 hp and minimum annual operating hours<br />
• Does not apply to redundant or backup/standby motors that are expected to operate less than 1200<br />
operating hours per year<br />
• Does not apply to variable pitch fans unless applicant supplies proof of kWh savings from logged or measured<br />
data<br />
• Does not apply to replacement of a multi-speed motor<br />
• Does not apply to VSDs on new chillers<br />
• Applies only to VSDs installed with an automatic feedback control technology. Does not apply to systems with manual<br />
controls or fixed-speed operation unless applicant supplies proof of kWh savings from logged or measured data<br />
VSD Application<br />
Chilled Water Pump<br />
Heating Hot Water Pump<br />
Condenser Water Pump<br />
HVAC Fan<br />
Cooling Tower<br />
Motor Size<br />
(HP)<br />
(A)<br />
Total VSD Rebate:<br />
VARIABLE SPEED DRIVES AND MOTORS<br />
REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Variable Speed Drives Qualifications<br />
Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) which are installed on existing HVAC are eligible for this rebate. The installation of a VSD<br />
must accompany the permanent removal or disabling of any throttling devices such as inlet vanes, bypass dampers, and<br />
throttling valves. Other requirements include:<br />
VSD Application<br />
Rebate per HP<br />
$30.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$30.00<br />
$30.00<br />
VSD Quantity<br />
(B)<br />
Rebate per VSD<br />
(C)<br />
VSD Rebate<br />
(A x B x C)<br />
Efficient Motors Qualifications<br />
Rebates are offered for three-phase AC induction motors, from 1 to 200 HP, of open drip-proof (open) and totally enclosed<br />
fan-cooled (closed) classifications. Rewound motors do not qualify. Rebates are based on the motor’s nominal full load<br />
efficiencies, tested in accordance with IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Standard 112, method B, that<br />
meet or exceed the CEE Premium (at least one efficiency percentage above NEMA premium) on the Motor Rebates<br />
Worksheet. CEE eligible motors can be found at:<br />
http://www.cee1.org/ind/motrs/CEE_MotorsListApril2010a.xls<br />
The application must include the manufacturer’s performance data sheet that shows motor type, motor horsepower, model<br />
number, and efficiency rating.<br />
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Note: Must complete a Motor VSD Inventory Worksheet in combination with this application. Motor naming<br />
convention is ODP/open and TEFC/closed for three phase HVAC motors. Motors purchased prior to December 19,<br />
2010 may still be eligible for rebates. Call 1-866-432-5501 for more information, or visit<br />
pplelectric.com/e-power/resources.<br />
Was a Rewound motor considered and quoted as an option to replacement?<br />
Horse<br />
Power<br />
1<br />
1.5<br />
2<br />
3<br />
5<br />
7.5<br />
10<br />
15<br />
20<br />
25<br />
30<br />
40<br />
50<br />
60<br />
75<br />
100<br />
125<br />
150<br />
200<br />
Y / N<br />
Speed Nominal Efficiency Rebate per Motor<br />
QTY<br />
in RPM Open Closed Open Closed Open Closed Total<br />
3600 84.0% 84.0% $25.00 $30.00<br />
1800 N/A 86.5% N/A $45.00<br />
1200 N/A 84.0% N/A $45.00<br />
3600 85.5% 85.5% $45.00 $30.00<br />
1800 N/A 87.5% N/A $55.00<br />
1200 87.5% N/A $40.00 N/A<br />
3600 86.5% 86.5% $30.00 $45.00<br />
1800 N/A 87.5% N/A $65.00<br />
1200 88.5% N/A $30.00 N/A<br />
3600 87.5% 87.5% $30.00 $45.00<br />
1800 90.2% 90.2% $40.00 $65.00<br />
1200 89.5% 90.2% $55.00 $80.00<br />
3600 89.5% 89.5% $40.00 $55.00<br />
1800 N/A 90.2% N/A $70.00<br />
1200 90.2% 90.2% $50.00 $115.00<br />
3600 89.5% 90.2% $115.00 $90.00<br />
1800 N/A 92.4% N/A $80.00<br />
1200 91.7% 91.7% $220.00 $170.00<br />
3600 90.2% 91.0% $55.00 $90.00<br />
1800 N/A 92.4% N/A $100.00<br />
1200 92.4% 91.7% $240.00 $200.00<br />
3600 91.0% 91.7% $115.00 $195.00<br />
1800 N/A 93.0% N/A $100.00<br />
1200 92.4% 92.4% $245.00 $230.00<br />
3600 91.7% 92.4% $120.00 $155.00<br />
1800 93.6% 93.6% $145.00 $150.00<br />
1200 93.0% 92.4% $245.00 $325.00<br />
3600 93.0% 92.4% $155.00 $250.00<br />
1800 94.1% N/A $155.00 N/A<br />
1200 93.6% N/A $150.00 N/A<br />
3600 93.6% 92.4% $175.00 $250.00<br />
1800 N/A 94.1% N/A $250.00<br />
1200 94.1% 93.6% $150.00 $320.00<br />
3600 93.6% 93.0% $150.00 $265.00<br />
1800 94.5% 94.5% $220.00 $275.00<br />
1200 94.5% 94.5% $240.00 $480.00<br />
3600 93.6% 93.6% $145.00 $390.00<br />
1800 95.0% 95.0% $130.00 $375.00<br />
1200 94.5% 94.5% $240.00 $530.00<br />
3600 94.1% 94.1% $155.00 $390.00<br />
1800 95.4% N/A $255.00 N/A<br />
1200 95.0% 95.0% $280.00 $565.00<br />
3600 94.1% 94.5% $490.00 $480.00<br />
1800 95.4% N/A $320.00 N/A<br />
1200 95.0% 95.0% $280.00 $720.00<br />
3600 94.5% 94.5% $490.00 $870.00<br />
1800 N/A 95.8% N/A $805.00<br />
1200 95.4% 95.4% $395.00 $1,250.00<br />
3600 94.5% 95.4% $445.00 $595.00<br />
1800 95.8% 95.8% $500.00 $875.00<br />
1200 95.4% 95.4% $470.00 $780.00<br />
3600 94.5% 95.8% $330.00 $750.00<br />
1800 96.2% 96.2% $315.00 $1,050.00<br />
1200 95.8% 96.2% $625.00 $1,465.00<br />
3600 95.4% 95.8% $625.00 $875.00<br />
1800 96.2% 96.5% $540.00 $905.00<br />
1200 95.8% N/A $980.00 N/A<br />
Total Motor Rebate:<br />
VARIABLE SPEED DRIVES AND MOTORS<br />
REBATE WORKSHEET<br />
Efficient Motors — Minimum Qualifying Efficiencies<br />
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Submittal Requirements for Custom Projects<br />
1. Submit Custom Incentive Measure Worksheet with a detailed description of the project, commissioning plan, measurement plan (if<br />
applicable), and calculation of savings estimate. THE SUBMITTAL MUST BE APPROVED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN<br />
INCENTIVE.<br />
2. Install Measures, commission project, and have savings verified.<br />
3. Submit final application with required project documentation.<br />
4. Large Commercial and Industrial projects will be placed on a waitlist as of June 1, 2011.<br />
Instructions for <strong>Energy</strong> Savings Calculations for Custom Projects<br />
Custom Project Incentives are based on first year kWh savings that result from efficiency improvements for the first 12 months following<br />
installation. The peak demand savings should also be estimated. The peak period is defined by the Pennsylvania Public Utility<br />
Commission as the 100 hours of highest demand between June 8 and September 10 and between 12:00 and 20:00 hours. If a measure is<br />
covered under the Efficient Equipment rebates (prescriptive Measures) and does not qualify for the prescriptive rebate, it can not be<br />
applied for as a custom project.<br />
<strong>Energy</strong> Savings Calculations<br />
Provide calculations documenting the predicted energy consumption of the existing (or baseline) and proposed system using appropriate<br />
analytical tools and clearly stated assumptions. All analysis should be provided in electronic format. All assumptions such as operating<br />
hours, efficiencies, existing and proposed equipment operational details must be presented. Engineering algorithms and procedures from<br />
recognized technical organizations such as <strong>ASHRAE</strong>, SMACNA, ANSI, etc. must be used. Use rated performance factors tested under<br />
accepted procedures specified by recognized rating agencies such as AHRI, ANSI, ASTM, etc. Provide an explanation when equipment<br />
performance rating conditions vary from standard conditions.<br />
In support of the calculations, extensive documentation must be provided that provides the basis for the savings estimates. The<br />
documentation must provide information on the equipment operating schedule, daily and seasonal load profile, and baseline AND energy<br />
efficient equipment performance at the operating loads. Typical documentation for custom projects often includes but is not limited to:<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
CUSTOM INCENTIVE PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS<br />
All Custom Incentive Projects require a pre-approval application.<br />
Baseline/existing and proposed equipment make and model number including operating voltage and rated full load amps.<br />
Existing equipment condition and age<br />
Engineering or architectural drawings and “equipment schedule” sheets<br />
Component specification sheets that include part load efficiency or performance factors<br />
Spreadsheet calculations or input/output files and results from system modeling or other engineering analysis using accepted<br />
engineering algorithms and practices<br />
Log sheets, trend logs from a building management system, or other operating documentation that are often necessary to document<br />
operating hours and equipment loading, and used as a basis for the calculations (in some cases, short term monitoring may be<br />
required to document the load profile)<br />
Control sequence of operations that are necessary where controls play a part in the savings equation<br />
Additional documentation, other than that described in the application, may be required for program participation. Projects may also require<br />
pre- and post-project sub metering, or monitoring of loads and/or power input as part of another measurement and verification activity to<br />
demonstrate the actual energy savings.<br />
Baseline for Custom Analysis<br />
Where equipment is replaced prior to the end of its rated service life in order to achieve energy savings, the existing equipment<br />
performance may be used as the baseline in the energy savings calculations. Where equipment is replaced due to failure, or when it is<br />
determined to be at or near the end of its rated service life or for other reasons (such as obsolescence or a need for more capacity), the<br />
baseline performance used in the savings calculation should be either the minimum performance that would be required by code for that<br />
equipment type and application (where a code applies) or the performance of the equipment that would have been selected as the<br />
customer's "standard practice" when a code does not apply.<br />
Commissioning and Measurement Plan<br />
The purpose of the Commissioning and Measurement Plan document is to identify the process for each of the projects to ensure proper<br />
quantitative demonstration of performance.<br />
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Rebate <strong>Level</strong>s First Year kWh Savings $0.10/first year kWh<br />
Custom Rebate Caps<br />
(per year)<br />
% of Total Project Cost<br />
Per Site<br />
Per Parent Company<br />
50%<br />
$500,000<br />
$2,000,000<br />
Item 1<br />
Before Retrofit<br />
System Description<br />
After Retrofit<br />
kWh Savings<br />
$0.10<br />
Item 2<br />
System Description<br />
Before Retrofit<br />
After Retrofit<br />
Item 3<br />
System Description<br />
Before Retrofit<br />
After Retrofit<br />
Item 4<br />
System Description<br />
Before Retrofit<br />
After Retrofit<br />
Total Custom Project Cost:<br />
Total Custom Rebates:<br />
CUSTOM INCENTIVE WORKSHEET<br />
All custom applications require a pre-approval application.<br />
Please attach supporting documentation.<br />
Prior to submitting application, please contact the program staff.<br />
epowersolutions@kema.com<br />
1-866-432-5501<br />
Measure Cost*<br />
Annual Oper. Hrs<br />
kWh Savings<br />
Measure Cost*<br />
Annual Oper. Hrs<br />
kWh Savings<br />
Measure Cost*<br />
Annual Oper. Hrs<br />
kWh Savings<br />
Measure Cost*<br />
Annual Oper. Hrs<br />
$/kWh<br />
$0.10<br />
$/kWh<br />
$0.10<br />
$/kWh<br />
$0.10<br />
$/kWh<br />
Subtotal<br />
Subtotal<br />
Subtotal<br />
Subtotal<br />
* Measure Cost is the cost to implement rebated efficiency measures less all costs incurred to achieve other project benefits. The Measure Cost<br />
may be the increment required to deliver an efficiency improvement over the base case efficiency. In-house labor is not considered part of project<br />
cost, only out-of pocket expenses are eligible.<br />
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