City of Redondo Beach

"I wish to express on behalf of the City of Redondo Beach and the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (COG) our appreciation of the benefit Energy Innovation Group (EIG) has brought to our communities through special energy rebate programs and innovative strategies to reduce energy costs."

Sonoma County Airport

"Based on the complete scope of work, 135,976 kWh reduced energy use is projected, representing approximately 40% reduced lighting costs, $20,000 annual savings, $18,000 rebate covering 48% of project cost, and a full cost recovery from savings in less than 12 months."

City of Torrance

"The Torrance South Bay Energy Rewards (SBER) Program was highly successful in 2003... The program paid over $165,000 in rebate money for 51 Torrance buildings with approximately $200,000 in projected annual savings."

 
 

 

City Energy Savings and Special Rebate Programs

Energy Innovation Group, LLC (EIG) was selected by various utilities to exclusively provide special incentive programs, as a result of the utilities’ RFP and bidding process, thus enabling cities to contract with EIG as a sole source to take advantage of opportunities and avoid the delays and costs of the bidding process.

Innovative, big picture strategy

EIG guides cities with an innovative, big-picture strategy of “what is possible” to further reduce energy costs beyond the conventional approaches typically used by cities to become more energy efficient. The latest advances of traditional and emerging technologies are the cutting edge piece of EIG’s comprehensive energy savings strategy.

The energy savings potential

Additional energy savings of 8% to 12% are being achieved for facilities that are already highly efficient. But, savings can often range from 25% to 50% for facilities that have not yet effectively engaged in energy efficiency. By completing a “big picture”, comprehensive Green Building energy efficiency project, you eliminate the need for many future capital improvement energy projects, since it can be included under this program.

Special grants and utility incentives

Cities can qualify for negotiated incentives and grants through EIG special contracts with utilities to significantly reduce project cost with a full recovery of investment from energy savings generally of 12 to 36 months.

One-stop, single-source service

To assure maximum results and effectiveness and reduce demands on city staff, EIG provides a “one-stop”, single source, turnkey program to develop, manage, and implement innovative and comprehensive energy strategies, secure rebates and arrange California Energy Commission project financing. This encompasses:

  • Arrange for EIG to meet appropriate city staff for policy meeting and develop program with city facilities staff.
  • No-cost facility reviews and a technology opportunity report of savings, cost, rebates, and no-capital outlay options.
  • Arranging for Program contractors to complete approved projects.

California Energy Commission No Capital-Outlay Program

  • CEC will fund up to 100% of the gross project costs at 3.95% interest with repayment up to 15 years, resulting in positive cash flow.
  • You can receive the full utility rebate, retain 100% of savings for up to 18 months, and then use only a portion of savings for semi-annual repayment.
  • Further information of the CEC energy financing program can be seen on the CEC website page of http://energy.ca.gov/efficiency/financing/index.html

A strategy for cities to assist businesses to reduce energy cost

Communication Program

Cities can be a valuable facilitator for businesses in the city to learn of special utility incentive and energy saving opportunities. EIG can establish city programs to provide information through their websites and printed literature of the City's energy program as an example of opportunities that are available to businesses in the city. EIG prepares communications for city email, newsletters, or direct mail. EIG prepares city website material of energy savings and rebate opportunities. EIG develops energy news articles for city publications. EIG arranges and handles city sponsored energy program breakfast meetings.

Innovative, Big Picture Strategy

EIG guides businesses within a city with an innovative, big-picture strategy of “what is possible” to further reduce energy costs beyond the conventional approaches typically used by companies to become more energy efficient. The latest advances of traditional and emerging technologies are the cutting edge piece of EIG’s comprehensive energy savings strategy.