Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Installation Program
Services offered at no cost to qualifying City of Palo Alto Utilities commercial and industrial customers include:
Customized analysis and measurements to determine system efficiency
Detailed evaluation and recommendations for energy efficiency projects
Implementation coordination assistance*
Report on reductions in energy, cost, and greenhouse gas emissions
Independent verification of achieved energy savings after installation
Cash incentives to help buy down the cost of energy efficiency upgrades
* The City's contractor,
Enovity, can also provide turn-key project implementation services for an additional fee.
The Program is available to customers with buildings larger than 30,000 square feet and/or with a maximum electric demand greater than 50 kW.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the incentive?
The incentive is calculated based on installed and verified energy savings at the rate of $0.10 per kWh and $1.00 per therm saved over one year.
Who implements the project?
Projects can be implemented by any contractor of your choice. Enovity can provide turn-key project implementation services for an additional fee. This can streamline the implementation and verification process.
What is the difference between this and an energy audit?
Energy audits provide initial identification and assessment of potential energy efficiency projects at a facility. This Program combines that initial assessment with a detailed investigation of the opportunities, implementation support, and post-installation measurement and verification of the project. The Program can assist you through the entire process, offering technical and management support to overcome the typical hurdles of getting projects developed, approved, and installed. If your facility has already had an energy audit, the Program can use that as a starting point to further develop the potential projects and even identify additional opportunities as part of the Detailed Investigation.
How long does this all take?
At a minimum, allow 4 to 8 weeks after the first site visit for the Program o perform an evaluation, depending on the size and complexity of the project. However, projects may be evaluated on an accelerated schedule based on project requirements and Enovity resource availability. Once the project is installed and operational, allow at least 4 to 6 weeks for the Program to complete its post-installation inspection and verification report. Once this report is issued, the incentive check usually follows within 45 days.
To get started, visit our website, download the brochure, or contact the City's Program representative at (415) 974-0390 (extension 104) today!
