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Under the Clean Power Plan, EPA is committed to helping communities benefit from energy efficiency and renewable energy (EE/RE). To facilitate this effort, EPA is developing a series of case studies and webinars to highlight effective efforts by state and local agencies, non-profits, and utilities to bring EE/RE to low-income households. This 90-minute webcast will explore the topic of linking and leveraging EE/RE programs for limited-income households, including the need to coordinate with other energy assistance programs. It will present case studies of organizations that have successfully advanced connections among available programs and funding sources.
Recording of Webcast on Overcoming the Barrier to Uncertainty, Part 6: Q & A Session (MP3) (16:25, 7.52MB), April 17, 2013
Recording of Webcast on Attracting Funding for Adaptation, Part 1: Welcome and Introduction (MP3) (7:48, 3.57MB), Emma Zinsmeister, U.S. EPA, May 1, 2013
Recording of Webcast on Attracting Funding for Adaptation, Part 2: Funding Strategies for Adaptation: Examples from the Water Sector (MP3) (19:40, 9MB), Lynn Broaddus, Johnson Foundation, May 1, 2013
Recording of Webcast on Attracting Funding for Adaptation, Part 3: Tracking Adaptation Efforts (MP3) (10:29, 4.8MB), Scott Burgess, C2ES, May 1, 2013
Recording of Webcast on Attracting Funding for Adaptation, Part 4: Climate Change and Public Health Adaptation, Gino Marinucci (MP3) (20:52, 9.55MB), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, May 1, 2013
Recording of Webcast on Attracting Funding for Adaptation, Part 5: Integrating Adaptation in Hazard Mitigation Planning Efforts (MP3) (20:57, 9.59MB), Kelly Klima and Alessandra Jerolleman, NHMA, May 1, 2013
Recording of Webcast on Attracting Funding for Adaptation, Part 6: Q & A Session (MP3) (12:55, 5.91MB), May 1, 2013
Several states have established programs to encourage emerging climate protection technologies, and to ease the transition from research and development to commercialization of these technologies. Benefits of these programs include mitigating climate impacts, encouraging energy efficiency and renewable energy, promoting demand response, and stimulating economies through job creation. As emerging technologies, these products generally start out earlier on the commercialization curve, where they may be subject to cost and reliability issues. State programs can help address these issues and support a technology's evolution into a proven, cost-effective product appropriate for promotion through programs like ENERGY STAR. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in November 2007.
Connecticut Activities to Promote Emerging Renewable/Clean Technologies (PDF) (22 pp, 634K), Keith Frame, Associate Director, Connecticut Clean Energy Fund, November 8, 2007
North Carolina Advanced Energy Initiative (PDF) (17 pp, 898K), Robert K. Koger, President and Executive Director, President and Executive Director, Advanced Energy, November 8, 2007
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Programs for Emerging Climate Protection Technologies (PDF) (8 pp, 285K), U.S. EPA, November 8, 2007
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Programs for Emerging Climate Protection Technologies (PDF) (4 pp, 156K), U.S. EPA, November 8, 2007
AVoided Emissions and geneRation Tool (AVERT) Webcast	Many states are adopting, implementing and expanding cost-effective energy efficiency (EE) and renewable energy (RE) policies and programs. While the number of states with EE/RE policies continues to grow, quantifying the emissions impacts of these policies and programs can be challenging. EPA is committed to helping state air quality planners calculate the emissions benefits of EE/RE policies and program so that these emission reductions can be incorporated in Clean Air Act plans to meet National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and other clean air goals. The EPA State and Local Branch designed the AVoided Emissions and geneRation Tool (AVERT) to meet the needs of state air quality planners and other interested stakeholders. AVERT is a free tool designed to use public data, which is accessible and auditable.
Clean energy resources have often been evaluated and advanced based primarily on their energy cost-saving or fuel diversity benefits. However, as states tackle a broad range of environmental, energy, and economic issues, clean energy is increasingly being considered and recognized for the multiple benefits it helps provide. Some of these benefits can include improved air quality, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved energy system reliability and security, and job creation and economic development. Recognition of the multiple benefits of clean energy is helping to create broad constituencies and increased investment opportunities across state agencies. By more fully recognizing the benefits side of the benefit-cost equation, states are leveraging resources and expertise to promote a holistic and integrated approach to achieving a range of societal goals. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in June 2007.
Co-Benefits of Clean Energy in Texas (PDF) (23 pp, 459K), Dub Taylor, Director, Texas State Energy Conservation Office, June 14, 2007
Using Co-Benefits to Speak Multiple Languages and Influence People on Their Own Terms (PDF) (17 pp, 142K), Chris James, Manager, Climate Change and Energy Programs, Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, June 14, 2007
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Using Co-Benefits to Advance Clean Energy Programs (PDF) (12 pp, 261K), U.S. EPA, June 14, 2007
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Using Co-Benefits to Advance Clean Energy Programs (PDF) (6 pp, 185K), U.S. EPA, June 14, 2007
State and local climate change and clean energy policies can improve air quality, reduce negative impacts on human health, and save lives. In October 2012, EPA held a Technical Forum call that covered three EPA tools that state and local governments can use to estimate and communicate the health and related economic benefits of actions that reduce air emissions: Diesel Emissions Quantifier(DEQ) CO-Benefit Risk Assessment(COBRA) screening model Environmental Benefits Mapping and Analysis Program(BenMAP)
Diesel Emissions Quantifier (DEQ) of the National Clean Diesel Campaign (PDF)(24pp., 1.2M), Julie Wang Hawkins, U.S. EPA Estimating the Co-Benefits of Clean Energy Policies - The Co-Benefits Risk Assessment (COBRA) Screening Model (PDF)(19pp., 892K), Denise Mulholland, U.S. EPA
Environmental Benefits and Mapping Analysis Program (BenMAP) (PDF)(15pp., 1.3M), David Risley, U.S. EPA
Transcript (PDF)(37pp., 132K)
Recording (MP3)(128:17, 20.5M)
Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Budget Energy Efficiency / Renewable Energy Allowance Set Asides
EPA and the Eastern states designed an interstate emissions trading program – the Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Budget Trading Program – to reduce ozone season emissions of electric generating and industrial combustion units. Under the NOx Budget Trading Program, 22 states and the District of Columbia allocate allowances to these units. In addition, states may choose to reserve (i.e., "set aside") allowances to provide incentives for new sources and/or for certain activities. For example, under an energy efficiency/renewable energy (EE/RE) set-aside, a state awards NOx allowances to eligible EE/RE projects. Awardees can either sell these allowances to help finance their projects or retire the allowances and thereby account for the emissions reductions associated with the project. EPA held Technical Forum calls on this topic in June 2006 and November 2004.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Set-Aside in the NOx Budget Trading Program: Integrating Energy and Air Quality Goals (PDF) (21 pp, 55K), U.S. EPA, November 18, 2004
Massachusetts' EE/RE Set-Aside Program (PDF) (9 pp, 55K), Sharon Weber, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, November 18, 2004
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Roundtable on State NOx Budget Energy Efficiency / Renewable Energy Set-Aside Programs (PDF) (10 pp, 111K), U.S. EPA, June 6, 2006
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Budget Allowance Set-Aside for Energy Efficiency/Renewable Energy (PDF) (3 pp, 163K), U.S. EPA, November 18, 2004
Establishing output-based emission standards for air pollutant regulation is a way to reward efficiency and encourage development of clean distributed generation and combined heat and power (CHP), as well as other energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Output-based regulations (OBRs) relate emission limits to the productive output of a process. The goal of OBR is to encourage the use of fuel conversion efficiency and renewable energy as a pollution prevention measure. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in March 2006.
Encouraging Combined Heat & Power and Distributed Generation, Indiana's Experience (PDF) (6 pp, 50K), Roger Letterman, Office of Air Quality, Indiana Department of Environmental Management, March 9, 2006
Historical Data for Connecticut NOx Budget Trading Program (NBP) Units (PDF) (1 pg, 16K), Chris Nelson and Chris James, Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, March 9, 2006
Output-Based Emission Regulation and Allowance Allocation (PDF) (18 pp, 581K), Joel Bluestein, Energy and Environment Analysis, Inc., March 9, 2006
Clean energy programs and projects help reduce air pollution, improve public health, lower health care costs and reduce contributions to climate change. To build support for these initiatives, it is important to be able to quantify their emission impacts. This Technical Forum covered two methods for quantifying emissions from the electric power sector; why and how the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments built an emission reduction calculator; and the potential application of a California clean energy benefits quantification tool in air and energy planning at the state and local level. EPA's State Technical Forum held calls on this topic in June 2011 and January 2012.
Deciding an Approach for Quantifying Emission Impacts of Clean Energy Policies and Programs (PDF) (18pp., 1.3M), Robyn DeYoung, U.S. EPA, January 30, 2012
Emission Reductions from Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency in California Air Districts (PDF) (20pp., 1M), Jeremy Fisher, Synapse Energy Economics, Inc., June 14, 2011
Quantifying Emission Impacts (PDF) (7pp., 201K), Carol Stemrich, Public Service Commission of Wisconsin, January 30, 2012
Quantifying Emission Impacts of Clean Energy Initiatives (PDF) (10pp., 718K), Sharon Weber, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, January 30, 2012
Quantifying Emission Impacts of Clean Energy Initiatives (PDF) (13pp., 1.2M), Art Diem, U.S. EPA, June 14, 2011
Using a Time-Matched Hourly Marginal Emissions Tool in Metropolitan Washington (PDF) (15pp., 1.1M), Jeff King, Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, Colin High, Resource Systems Group, Inc., June 14, 2011
Wisconsin's Approach to Quantifying Emission Impacts of Clean Energy Initiatives (PDF) (15pp., 616K), David Sumi, The Cadmus Group, January 30, 2012
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on Quantifying the Emissions Impacts of Clean Energy Initiatives (PDF) (31pp., 177K), U.S. EPA, June 14, 2011
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on Deciding How to Quantify Emissions Reductions from Clean Energy (PDF) (33pp., 116K), U.S. EPA, January 30, 2012
Quantifying Air and GHG Emission Reductions from Clean Energy Measures (PDF) (9pp., 281K), U.S. EPA, 2011
Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on Quantifying the Emission Impacts of Clean Energy Initiatives (WMV) (88:01, 80.2M), June 14, 2011
Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on Deciding How to Quantify Emissions Reductions from Clean Energy (MP3) (83:50, 19M), January 30, 2012
Comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) data reported directly from large facilities and suppliers across the country are now easily accessible to the public through EPA’s GHG Reporting Program. This information can be used by state and local governments to identify nearby sources of GHGs, identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce emissions, or to inform policies and programs. The EPA State Technical Forum and Local Climate and Energy Program jointly held a Technical Forum on this topic in March 2012.
Developed by EPA, the Emissions & Generation Resource Integrated Database (eGRID) is the preeminent source of air emissions data for the electric power sector. Using plant-specific data for U.S. electricity generating plants, the tool documents the environmental attributes of electric power generation. State governments can use it to help develop greenhouse gas inventories and calculate the benefits of clean energy programs. The EPA’s State Technical Forum and the Local Climate and Energy Program jointly held a Technical Forums on this topic in March 2011. Presentations
eGRID (PDF) (25pp., 1.2M), Art Diem, U.S. EPA, March 31, 2011
Quantification Methods Using eGRID: State and Local Examples (PDF) (26pp., 519K), Robyn DeYoung, U.S. EPA, March 31, 2011
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on The Emissions & Generation Resource Integrated Database (eGRID) (PDF) (11pp., 413K), U.S. EPA, March 31, 2011 Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on The Emissions & Generation Resource Integrated Database (eGRID) (PDF) (31pp., 134K), U.S. EPA, March 31, 2011
The Value of eGRID and eGRIDweb to GHG Inventories (PDF) (13pp., 351K), E.H Pechan & Associates, Inc., and U.S. EPA, December 2009 Recording
Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on The Emissions & Generation Resource Integrated Database (eGRID) (WMV) (83:51, 96.6M), March 31, 2011
Energy efficiency is a proven least-cost approach to meeting electricity demand in many instances. It also carries benefits for system reliability, environmental impacts, and economic development, and it can reduce or delay the need for new generation and transmission. Under many rate structures, however, efficiency investments lead to a loss of profits that can be several times greater than the lost revenue. For instance, some utilities see a 5 percent loss in profits for every 1 percent loss in sales. A number of regulatory mechanisms are available for consideration in attempting to align utility incentives with energy efficiency investments, including ensuring recovery of prudently incurred energy efficiency program costs, addressing the typical utility throughput incentive through decoupling, and providing utility incentives for the successful management of energy efficiency programs. Determining which mechanism will work best for any jurisdiction is a process that takes into account the type and financial structure of the utilities in that jurisdiction, existing statutory and regulatory authority, and the size of the energy efficiency investment. EPA held Technical Forum calls on these topics in December 2007 and May 2005.
Aligning Utility Incentives with Energy Efficiency Investment (PDF) (11 pp, 186K), Val Jensen, ICF International, December 13, 2007
Decoupling: Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) (8 pp, 924K), Miles Keogh, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, December 13, 2007
Revenue Decoupling: New York's Experience & Future Directions (PDF) (7 pp, 119K), James T. Gallagher, New York City Economic Development Corporation, December 13, 2007
Clean Solutions: What's In It for Utilities? (PDF) (10 pp, 25K), David Moskovitz, The Regulatory Assistance Project, May 19, 2005
Decoupling Energy Sales from Revenues and Other Approaches to Encourage Utility Investment in Efficiency (PDF) (3 pp, 220K), Phyllis A. Reha, Commissioner, Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, May 19, 2005
Demand-Side Management (DSM) Incentives in Nevada (PDF) (1 pg, 28K), Carl Linvill, Commissioner, Nevada Public Utilities Commission, May 19, 2005
Oregon: Decoupling Natural Gas Sales (PDF) (1 pg, 28K), Lee Sparling, Director, Utility Program, Oregon Public Utilities Commission, May 19, 2005
Promoting Energy Efficiency in California (PDF) (23 pp, 206K), Brian C. Prusnek, California Public Utilities Commission, May 19, 2005
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on the Role of the Public Utility Commission in Promoting Clean Energy (PDF) (9 pp, 300K), U.S. EPA, December 13, 2007
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on the Role of the Public Utility Commission in Promoting Clean Energy (PDF) (8 pp, 107K), U.S. EPA, December 13, 2007
Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) initiatives are gaining popularity in states as a tool to modernize the electricity grid, reduce peak demand, and reach energy efficiency goals. Often called smart metering, AMI is part of the foundation for utilities to implement a new "smart grid" that can minimize the need for additional power generation facilities and transmission lines. AMI uses technology to capture and transmit energy use information on an hourly, and sometimes sub-hourly, basis to a central collection point. In contrast, standard meters provide a daily electricity usage total and a cumulative monthly billed amount that is determined by multiplying total usage by a fixed, non-time sensitive price. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in January 2008.
Advanced Metering: Overview (PDF) (15 pp, 304K), David Kathan, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, January 22, 2008
California's Advanced Metering Infrastructure Initiatives (PDF) (15 pp, 65K), Moises Chavez, California Public Utilities Commission, Energy Division, January 22, 2008
Motivating Energy Efficiency with Metering Technologies (PDF) (17 pp, 136K), Daniel R. Johnson, Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, January 22, 2008
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Motivating Energy Efficiency with Metering Technologies (PDF) (8 pp, 121K), U.S. EPA, January 22, 2008
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Motivating Energy Efficiency with Metering Technologies (PDF) (6 pp, 82K), U.S. EPA, January 22, 2008
Historically, most electricity energy efficiency programs focused successfully on reducing overall energy use, consistent with permanent reductions associated with energy efficiency technologies. As a result, quantifying peak demand reductions from energy efficiency—particularly using direct, on-site measurement, rather than estimating based on load curves and billing data—was not typically a priority. Given growing concerns about increasing demand, reliability issues, and the costs and siting challenges of meeting additional generation, transmission, and distribution capacity needs, many states are now looking at how their energy efficiency efforts can be re-prioritized, at least in part, to provide peak demand benefits. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in April 2007.
California's Peak Efficiency Efforts and Evaluation Approaches (PDF) (7 pp, 120K), Peter Lai, California Public Utilities Commission, and David Hungerford, California Energy Commission, April 12, 2007
High Electric Demand Day (HEDD) Strategy (PDF) (21 pp, 235K), Tonalee Key, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, April 12, 2007
Talking Points from ACEEE Report, Estimating Peak Demand Impacts of Energy Efficiency Programs: A National Review of Practices and Experience (PDF) (6 pp, 515K), Dan York, Senior Research Associate, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), April 12, 2007
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Energy Efficiency and Peak Electricity Demand: Energy, Environmental, and Economic Implications (PDF) (6 pp, 167K), U.S. EPA, April 12, 2007
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Energy Efficiency and Peak Electricity Demand: Energy, Environmental, and Economic Implications (PDF) (6 pp, 183K), U.S. EPA, April 12, 2007
The "energy burden" for low-income households can be three to six times greater than that of median income households and is a key driver for state and federal energy efficiency measures. Energy efficiency in low-income housing also affords states improved environmental protection, health benefits, enhanced local economic development, and greenhouse gas reductions. For utilities, low-income energy efficiency and the related bill savings can help lower credit, collection, and shut-off costs and reduce account write-offs. Low-income energy efficiency efforts range from weatherization programs that involve insulation, cool roofing materials, and efficient windows, doors, and appliances to whole-building systems integration, building orientation, and tree placement for optimum passive solar heating and cooling. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in December 2006.
California Public Utilities Commission Low-Income Energy Efficiency Programs (PDF) (16 pp, 141K), Kelly A. Hymes, Advisor to Commissioner Dian M. Grueneich, California Public Utilities Commission, December 14, 2006
Energy Efficient Affordable Housing - Multifamily Units (PDF) (11 pp, 342K), Mike Glenn, Deputy Director of Housing, Utah Division of Housing and Community Development, December 14, 2006
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Energy Efficiency Opportunities in Affordable Housing (PDF) (4 pp, 86K), U.S. EPA, December 14, 2006
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Energy Efficiency Opportunities in Affordable Housing (PDF) (8 pp, 166K), U.S. EPA, December 14, 2006
M&V refers to the determination of electricity savings or generation from an EE/RE project. M&V data are important to states because they allow states to: achieve an accurate estimate or measure of EE/RE electricity savings and generation; provide a credible basis for rewarding projects or programs for actual benefits; develop a basis for measuring the success of EE/RE policies and communicating with the public; and determine a basis for estimating emissions avoided due to reduced generation from traditional sources. EPA held Technical Forum calls on this topic in December 2004 and November 2008.
10, 9, 8, 7...The Regional Evaluation, Measurement and Verification Forum Prepares to Launch (PDF) (21 pp, 755K), Julie Michals, Regional EM&V Forum Director, November 13, 2008
Energy Program Evaluation: New York's New Approach (PDF) (15 pp, 392K), William P. Saxonis, New York State Department of Public Service, November 13, 2008
Evaluation, Monitoring and Verification: Massachusetts Approach (PDF) (11 pp, 621K), Mike Sherman, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, November 13, 2008
Overview of Energy Efficiency Program Impact Evaluation Guide (PDF) (13 pp, 266K), Niko Dietsch, U.S. EPA, November 13, 2008
Wisconsin's Approach to Quantifying Emissions Reductions: Coordinating the Focus on Energy Program with the Wisconsin Voluntary Emission Reduction Registry (PDF) (16 pp, 57K), David Sumi and Jeff Erickson, PA Consulting Group, and Barbara Smith, Division of Energy, Wisconsin Department of Administration, October 10, 2003
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Measurement & Verification and Implications for Quantifying Energy Efficiency Emissions Impacts (PDF) (7 pp, 203K), U.S. EPA, December 16, 2004
An energy efficiency potential study is a quantitative analysis of the amount of energy savings that exists, is cost-effective, and/or could be realized through efficiency programs and policies. Studies can focus on one or more fuel types, one or more specific geographic areas, and/or one or more sectors or industries. Potential studies can be helpful policy tools, assisting in tasks such as setting energy savings targets, quantifying energy efficiency as a resource, and determining funding for energy efficiency programs. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in March 2008.
EmPOWER Maryland: Our "Potential" Energy Future (PDF) (21 pp, 1.4M), Walt Auburn, Maryland Energy Administration, March 13, 2008
Guide for Conducting Energy Efficiency Potential Studies (PDF) (7 pp, 132K), Niko Dietsch, Climate Protection Partnerships Division, U.S. EPA, March 13, 2008
Estimating the Potential for Cost Effective Electric and Peak Demand Savings in Connecticut (PDF) (26 pp, 327K), Tom Rooney, Richard Spellman, Mike Rufo, and Jeff Schlegel, 2004
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Conducting Energy Efficiency Potential Studies (PDF) (5 pp, 155K), U.S. EPA, March 13, 2008
Performance contracting for energy efficiency provides a one-stop procurement process that allows states to use future energy cost savings to pay for new energy-efficient equipment and services. Performance contracting can provide states with a means of freeing capital and operating budget dollars for "lead by example" activities while producing many other energy, environmental, and economic benefits with no out-of-pocket expense. Typically, performance contracts (PCs) also include a guarantee that cost savings will meet or exceed payments for equipment and services over the contract period. PCs can be used to finance a variety of energy efficiency activities, ranging from simple lighting retrofits to comprehensive packages involving auditing, engineering design, and maintenance services, in addition to equipment procurement and installation. PCs can also be used to increase energy efficiency at different scales, from a single building to a portfolio of buildings. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in April 2008.
Guaranteed Energy Savings Act (PDF) (16 pp, 184K), Bruce Stultz, Pennsylvania Department of General Services, April 10, 2008
Using Performance Contracting for Implementing Energy Efficiency (PDF) (18 pp, 360K), Linda Smith, Energy Services Coalition, April 10, 2008
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Using Performance Contracting for Implementing Energy Efficiency (PDF) (11 pp, 265K), U.S. EPA, April 10 2008
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Using Performance Contracting for Implementing Energy Efficiency (PDF) (4 pp, 60K), U.S. EPA, April 10, 2008
Public buildings, including office spaces and schools, account for a significant amount of building energy use in the United States; they also offer a number of opportunities for cost-effective efficiency improvements in new construction and within the existing building stock. Many states are taking advantage of these opportunities by promoting high-performance green building practices in the public sector and reaping the related energy cost savings and environmental benefits. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in December 2005.
Green Buildings: Breaking New Ground with Sustainable Design (PDF) (88 pp, 579K), Paul M. Zeigler, Director, Engineering and Building Technology, Governor's Green Government Council of Pennsylvania, December 8, 2005
High Performance K-12 Building Design (PDF) (21 pp, 68K), Thomas Fernandez, Energy Manager, Colorado Springs School District 11, December 8, 2005
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on High Performance Green Buildings: Public Sector Opportunities for Cost-Effective Energy and Environmental Benefits (PDF) (12 pp, 76K), U.S. EPA, December 8, 2005
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on High Performance Green Buildings: Public Sector Opportunities for Cost-Effective Energy and Environmental Benefits (PDF) (4 pp, 111K), U.S. EPA, December 8, 2005
The Massachusetts Story: The Current State of Sustainable Design at Massachusetts State Agencies and Authorities (PDF) (27 pp, 295K), The Massachusetts Sustainable Design Roundtable, November 2005
Analysis of Green Building Programs, Final Report (PDF) (60 pp, 562K), Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs and the Massachusetts Sustainable Design Roundtable, September 30, 2005
Greening Georgia Facilities: An Analysis of LEED™ Requirement Impacts (PDF) (137 pp, 745K), Georgia Tech Research Institute, 2005
In addition to efforts by the federal government, several states have established minimum energy efficiency standards for many major commercial and residential appliances and other energy-consuming products. These standards are designed to reduce energy use by prohibiting the manufacture, sale, or installation of less efficient models. Reduced demand for electricity also reduces pollution associated with power generation, and can help improve electric system reliability and reduce consumer and business energy (electricity and natural gas) and water bills. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in June 2005.
Overview of California's Appliance Standards and a Proposal for Multi-State Cooperation (PDF) (19 pp, 432K), John Wilson, California Energy Commission, June 9, 2005
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Appliance Energy Efficiency Standards (PDF) (8 pp, 145K), U.S. EPA, June 9, 2005
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Appliance Energy Efficiency Standards (PDF) (4 pp, 105K), U.S. EPA, June 9, 2005
EPA and state environmental agencies offer supplemental environmental projects (SEPs) as an option for partial settlement of violations of environmental regulations. A SEP allows the regulated entity to develop an environmentally beneficial project in lieu of part of its fine. Primary benefits must be to public health or the environment, although the violator is not prohibited from receiving profits or other secondary benefits. Some states have made a concerted effort to encourage SEPs that incorporate energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Some examples of SEPs include a Maryland utility installing photovoltaic cells (solar electricity generation) at two schools and a local environmental center; a New Jersey oil refinery installing electrical hookups to decrease pollution from truck idling; and a Colorado industrial gas compression company agreeing to purchase wind power from its servicing utility over a five-year period. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in February 2005.
Clean DG refers to renewable energy technologies and combined heat and power (CHP) electricity generation that occurs at or near the point of use. Clean DG contributes to energy supply while increasing source diversity, delivery reliability, power quality, and efficiency. At the same time, it reduces and, in the case of some renewables, offsets emissions of air pollutants and GHGs. Given these benefits, several states are developing specific measures (e.g., favorable interconnection standards) oriented towards promoting or removing barriers to clean DG. EPA held Technical Forum calls on these topics in February 2006 and March 2005.
Developing Standardized Interconnection Rules in California (PDF) (16 pp, 625K), Mark Rawson, California Energy Commission, February 9, 2006
Massachusetts DG Collaborative (PDF) (22 pp, 1.2M), Francis Cummings, Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, Renewable Energy Trust, February 9, 2006
New Jersey's Interconnection and Net Metering Requirements NJAC14:4.8 and 9 (PDF) (11 pp, 388K), Michael Winka, Director, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, Office of Clean Energy, February 9, 2006
Overview of Distributed Generation Interconnection Issues (PDF) (19 pp, 180K), Wayne Shirley, Director, The Regulatory Assistance Project, February 9, 2006
New Jersey's Clean Energy Program to Promote and Advance Distributive Generation, Renewable Energy, and Combined Heat and Power (PDF) (15 pp, 286K), Michael Winka, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, March 17, 2005
New York's DG/CHP Experience to Date (PDF) (11 pp, 41K), James Gallagher, New York State Department of Public Service, March 17, 2005
Pennsylvania Incentives for DG and CHP (PDF) (3 pp, 91K), Joe Sherrick, Office of Energy and Technology Deployment, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, March 17, 2005
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Distributed Generation and Combined Heat and Power Interconnection (PDF) (12 pp, 179K), U.S. EPA, February 9, 2006
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Distributed Generation and Combined Heat and Power Interconnection (PDF) (8 pp, 173K), U.S. EPA, February 9, 2006
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Distributed Generation and Combined Heat and Power (PDF) (5 pp, 123K), U.S. EPA, March 17, 2005
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Distributed Generation and Combined Heat and Power (PDF) (9 pp, 240K), U.S. EPA, March 17, 2005
Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC) is a process that turns coal into a gas, removing impurities from the coal gas before it is combusted. For traditional pollutants such as nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2), particulate matter (PM), and mercury (Hg), IGCC is inherently lower polluting than the current generation of traditional coal-fired power plants. IGCC also has the potential to reduce solid waste by using a combination of coal and renewable biomass products as fuel. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is the separation, capture, transport, and underground storage of carbon dioxide (CO2) resulting from the production, processing, and burning of oil, gas, and coal from power plants. CCS operations compress the gas to a "supercritical" liquid and send it underground via a pipe (or pipeline) to maintain critical pressures and temperatures. A number of states, as well as the federal government, are examining and adopting various policy and financial incentives to help support the development of a commercial application of IGCC with CCS to reduce air pollutants and CO2 emissions. EPA held Technical Forum calls on these topics in November 2006 and June 2006.
Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle Technology: State Incentives (PDF) (22 pp, 241K), Kate Burke, National Conference of State Legislatures, November 9, 2006
Gasification: The Enabling Technology (PDF) (20 pp, 300K), James Childress, Executive Director, Gasification Technologies Council, June 19, 2006
IGCC-Status, Comparisons, and R&D; Other Advanced Coal Options; CO2 Capture and Storage; Industry/EPRI Programs to Advance Deployment (PDF) (46 pp, 2.9M), Hank Courtright, Senior Vice President, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), June 19, 2006
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) & Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) (PDF) (25 pp, 848K), U.S. EPA, June 19, 2006
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) & Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) (PDF) (6 pp, 131K), U.S. EPA, June 19, 2006
A state renewable portfolio standard (RPS) requires that a portion of all electricity sold in a state must be generated from renewable resources. Renewable energy certificates, or RECs, (also known as renewable energy or electricity credits, tradable renewable certificates, and green tags) provide documentation for the generation of a unit of renewable energy - typically a megawatt-hour. RECs represent the non-energy attributes (environmental, social, and economic) of renewable generation that may be sold separately from the energy itself. The definition of RECs can vary from state to state. States need to establish policies and administrative functions to define the attributes associated with RECs in their jurisdiction in order to make it possible for RECs to be used in compliance and trading, to avoid confusion or fraud in the marketing and use of RECs, and to enable reporting for public and private uses. In addition to materials from the Technical Forum calls in October 2008 and January 2005, the documents below include information from the three-part "State RPS Collaborative," held in April, May, and June 2005, which focused more in-depth on this topic.
Current Issues with RECs (PDF) (11 pp, 495K), Matt Clouse, U.S. EPA Green Power Partnership, October 21, 2008
Maryland Renewable Portfolio Standard (PDF) (6 pp, 800K), Michael Li, Maryland Energy Administration, October 21, 2008
Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard in North Carolina (PDF) (16 pp, 191K), Sam Watson, North Carolina Utilities Commission, October 21, 2008
An Overview of the Results and Methods of State RPS Cost-Benefit Projections (PDF) (18 pp, 131K), Ryan H. Wiser, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, June 7, 2005
New York State Renewable Portfolio Standard, Overview of Cost Analysis (PDF) (24 pp, 66K), Wayne Furhman and Joseph Parella, New York Department of Public Service, June 7, 2005
California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (PDF) (12 pp, 57K), Heather Raitt, California Energy Commission, May 12, 2005
REC Attributes and RPS Compliance (PDF) (10 pp, 934K), Michael Winka, Director, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Office of Clean Energy, May 12, 2005
Using RECs for Compliance (PDF) (10 pp, 78K), Ed Holt, Ed Holt & Associates, Inc., May 12, 2005
Colorado's Renewable Portfolio Standard (PDF) (2 pp, 28K), Frank Shafer, Colorado Public Utilities Commission, April 21, 2005
Getting Projects Built: Addressing Long-Term REC Revenues (PDF) (12 pp, 189K), Karlynn Cory, Strategy & Business Manager, Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, April 21, 2005
Renewable Portfolio Standards: Introduction to Design and Implementation Issues (PDF) (9 pp, 77K), Blair Swezey, Principal Policy Advisor, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, April 21, 2005
The Texas Renewable Energy Program (PDF) (9 pp, 129K), David Hurlbut, Public Utility Commission of Texas, January 19, 2005
Western Renewable Energy Generation System (WREGIS) (PDF) (15 pp, 385K), Rasa Keanini, California Energy Commission, January 19, 2005
The RPS and Renewable Credit Tracking: The Wisconsin Experience (PDF) (20 pp, 194K), Paul Helgeson, Public Service Commission of Wisconsin, November 16, 2004
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Renewable Energy Certificates (PDF) (15 pp, 655K), U.S. EPA, October 21, 2008
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on Renewable Energy Certificates (PDF) (27 pp, 86K), U.S. EPA, October 21, 2008
Summary Paper for State RPS Collaborative Call on Methods & Results for Cost Benefit Analysis of Renewable Portfolio Standard Policies (PDF) (4 pp, 55K), U.S. EPA, June 7, 2005
FERC Decision on Conveyance of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) Under Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA) Contracts (PDF) (1 pg, 31K), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), June 2005
Summary Paper for State RPS Collaborative Call on Renewable Portfolio Standards (PDF) (5 pp, 52K), U.S. EPA, April 21, 2005
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Renewable Portfolio Standards and Renewable Energy Certificates (PDF) (4 pp, 168K), U.S. EPA, January 19, 2005
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Renewable Portfolio Standards and Renewable Energy Certificates (PDF) (5 pp, 189K), U.S. EPA, January 19, 2005
Audio Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on Renewable Energy Certificates (MP3) (86:51, 15M, Get Media Player ), October 21, 2008
Energy planning at the state or regional level can be an effective means for ensuring that clean energy is considered and used as an energy resource, and for helping states address multiple energy and non-energy challenges. In the past few years, as energy concerns have grown (including concerns with rising costs, availability, and reliability), alongside environmental and economic concerns, more and more states and regions have either expanded their existing energy planning efforts or created new efforts that attempt to capture the multiple benefits associated with clean energy. EPA held Technical Forum calls on this topic covering state energy forecasting, energy data availability, and energy and transmission planning in January 2011, June 2008, May 2008, and November 2005.
An Overview of State Level Energy Data in the Development of the New Jersey Energy Master Plan (PDF) (23 pp, 841K), Bharat C. Patel, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, May 22, 2008
Eastern Interconnection States' Planning Council: Formation and Future (PDF) (17pp., 407K), Marya White, Eastern Interconnection States Planning Council, January 31, 2011
Electric System Planning (PDF) (12pp., 132K), Paul Peterson, Synapse Energy Economics, Inc., January 31, 2011
Energy Forecasting in California (PDF) (16 pp, 172K), Adrienne Kandel and Chris Kavalec, California Energy Commission, June 19, 2008
Energy Information Administration (EIA)'s State Data (PDF) (21 pp, 866K), Barbara T. Fichman, EIA, May 22, 2008
Shaping our Energy Future: North Carolina's New State Energy Plan (PDF) (35 pp, 275K), Larry Shirley, North Carolina State Energy Office, November 10, 2005
State Energy Forecasting: An Overview of Methods (PDF) (16 pp, 116K), Denise Mulholland, U.S. EPA, June 19, 2008
State Level Energy Data: Ohio's Experience (PDF) (8 pp, 184K), Gregory W. Payne, Ohio Energy Office, Ohio Department of Development, May 22, 2008
Statewide Air Emissions Calculations from Energy Efficiency, Wind, and Renewables (PDF) (11 pp, 856K), Jeff Haberl, Texas A&M University System, May 22, 2008
The Role of Energy Efficiency in the Northwest (PDF) (43 pp, 443K), Tom Eckman, Manager, Conservation Resources, Northwest Power and Conservation Council, November 10, 2005
Transmission Planning in the Eastern Interconnection - Wisconsin's Perspective (PDF) (15pp., 466K), Brian Rybarik, Public Service Commission of Wisconsin, January 31, 2011
Vermont's Energy Forecasting Efforts (PDF) (13 pp, 1.2M), J. Riley Allen, Vermont Department of Public Service, June 19, 2008
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Clean Energy and Transmission Planning in the Eastern Interconnection (PDF) (7pp., 349K), U.S. EPA, January 31, 2011
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on Clean Energy and Transmission Planning in the Eastern Interconnection (PDF) (30pp., 138K), U.S. EPA, January 31, 2011
Public Policy Impacts on Transmission Planning (PDF) (66 pp., 1.3M), Synapse Energy Economics, December 10, 2010
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Energy Forecasting (PDF) (17 pp, 488K), U.S. EPA, June 19, 2008
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Energy Forecasting (PDF) (7 pp, 189K), U.S. EPA, June 19, 2008
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Gathering and Using State-Level Energy Data (PDF) (9 pp, 97K), U.S. EPA, May 22, 2008
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Gathering and Using State-Level Energy Data (PDF) (5 pp, 150K), U.S. EPA, May 22, 2008
California Energy Demand 2008-2018, Staff Final Report (PDF) (259 pp, 12.8M), California Energy Commission, November 2007
2007 Integrated Energy Policy Report Scenarios Analyses Project (PDF) (146 pp, 1.8M), Michael R. Jaske, Ph.D., California Energy Commission, June 18, 2007
California Public Utilities Commission Long-Term Procurement Proceeding and Resource Adequacy Status Update (PDF) (11 pp, 76K), Robert Strauss, California Public Utilities Commission, May 22, 2007
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State and Regional Clean Energy Planning (PDF) (12 pp, 142K), U.S. EPA, November 10, 2005
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State and Regional Clean Energy Planning (PDF) (5 pp, 115K), U.S. EPA, November 10, 2005
Energy Demand Forecast Methods Report, Companion Report to the California Energy Demand 2006-2016 Staff Energy Demand Forecast Report (PDF) (219 pp, 4.4M), California Energy Commission, June 2005
Recording from EPA Technical Forum Call on Clean Energy and Transmission Planning in the Eastern Interconnection (WMV) (84:53, 69.7M), January 31, 2011
State clean energy programs can be influenced by the design and operation of the United States’ electricity transmission and distribution (T & D) system. Although states do not have direct responsibility for the operation of the system, they have a number of opportunities to influence the planning, operation, and cost recovery of the system. In particular, states have opportunities for greater integration of clean energy programs and policies with the planning and management of the transmission system in key areas such as planning for future transmission needs and modernizing the grid. Additionally, state planning is critical to the development of a “smart grid” that will realize its potential for supporting clean energy. EPA held Technical Forum calls on these topics in April 2011, March 2010 and December 2008.
An Insanely Succinct Summary of the Electricity System (PDF) (20 pp., 1.9M), Miles Keogh, NARUC, April 28, 2011
California Energy Programs and the Electric System (PDF) (11 pp., 1.6M), Brian Turner, California Air Resources Board, April 28, 2011
Demand Response Opportunities in PJM's Markets (PDF) (16 pp., 733K), Paul Sotkiewicz, PJM Interconnection, LLC, April 28, 2011
Smart Grid: An Estimation of the Energy and CO2 Benefits (PDF) (13 pp., 629K), Rob Pratt, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, March 23, 2010
Smart Grid's Potential for Clean Energy (PDF) (22 pp., 2.2M), Christine Wright, Texas Public Utilities Commission, March 23, 2010
State Policy Planning for a Clean Smart Grid (PDF) (18 pp., 321K), Lisa Schwartz, Regulatory Assistance Project, March 23, 2010
Smart Grid in California (PDF) (12 pp., 679K), Marzia Zafar, California Public Utilities Commission, December 17, 2008
The Electricity Grid: Implications for State Clean Energy Programs (PDF) (18 pp, 271K), Rajnish Barua, Organization of PJM States, Inc. (OPSI), December 17, 2008
WGA Western Renewable Energy Zone (WREZ) Project (PDF) (18 pp., 2.0M), Rich Halvey, Western Governors Association, December 17, 2008
Overview of the Electric System (PDF) (6 pp., 413K), U.S. EPA, March 31, 2011
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Smart Grid's Potential for Clean Energy (PDF) (9 pp., 106K), U.S. EPA, March 23, 2010
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Smart Grid’s Potential for Clean Energy (PDF) (5 pp., 95K), U.S. EPA, March 23, 2010
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Planning and Management of the Electricity Grid: Why it is Important to State Clean Energy Programs (PDF) (12 pp, 105K), U.S. EPA, December 17, 2008
Clean Energy and the Electric System: Assessing the Many Benefits of State and Local Clean Energy Initiatives (PDF) (4 pp., 868K), U.S. EPA
Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on The Electric System and the Benefits of Clean Energy (MP3) (96:25, 20M), April 28, 2011
Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on Smart Grid’s Potential for Clean Energy (WMV) (87:21, 88M), March 23, 2010
Clean Energy Approaches to Economic Recovery Funding
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA 2009) was signed into law by President Barack Obama on February 17, 2009. ARRA is a wide-ranging effort to jumpstart the weakened economy and to lay the groundwork for developing an economy that will be able to meet the challenges of the 21st century through investments in infrastructure, energy, education, and tax incentives. The ARRA includes a large number of funding opportunities and tax incentives to support investment in clean energy at the state and local levels. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in April 2009.
Federal Energy Stimulus: The (Draft) Plan for Iowa (PDF) (8 pp, 472K), Monica Stone, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, April 15, 2009
Integrating ARRA and Existing Energy Efficiency Programs: EmPOWERing Marylanders (PDF) (10 pp, 97K), Walt Auburn, Maryland Energy Administration, April 15, 2009
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Clean Energy Approaches to American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (PDF) (5 pp, 37K), U.S. EPA, April 15, 2009
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on State Clean Energy Approaches to American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (PDF) (24 pp, 79K), U.S. EPA, April 15, 2009
Video Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on State Clean Energy Approaches to American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (FLV) (80:04, 75M, Get Adobe Media Player ), April 15, 2009
Lead by example programs include energy efficiency targets for public buildings, specifications for product procurement, fleet efficiency requirements, green power targets, and variety of other initiatives. State and local governments develop these programs to save money on energy costs, reduce emissions, and promote market acceptance of clean energy technologies. In addition to cost savings, lead by example programs provide direct operational benefits to state and local governments, such as encouraging clean energy development, achieving substantial savings through aggregated purchasing of energy-efficient products and green power, and supporting the development of in-state markets for clean energy. Tracking performance is critical to ensuring long-term success. EPA held Technical Forum calls on this topic in March 2009 and January 2006.
Energy Efficiency in State Government Operations – Lead By Example in New Mexico (PDF) (14 pp, 292K), Erik Aaboe, New Mexico General Services, March 19, 2009
Leading by Example Program Commonwealth of Massachusetts (PDF) (21 pp, 2.3M), Eric Friedman, Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, March 19, 2009
State Clean Energy Lead By Example (LBE) Guide: Update & Status (PDF) (4 pp, 192K), Niko Dietsch, U.S. EPA, March 19, 2009
State of Ohio 2007 Energy Initiative Executive Order 2007-02S & U.S. EPA Portfolio Manager (PDF) (21 pp, 3.7M), Lane J. Beougher, Ohio Department of Administrative Services, March 19, 2009
Accounting for Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy for the Texas State Implementation Plans (SIPs) (PDF) (14 pp, 1.7M), Jeff Haberl, Charles Culp, Bahman Yazdani, Don Gilman, Tom Fitzpatrick, and Shirley Muns, Energy Systems Laboratory, Texas Engineering Experiment Station, Texas A&M University System, January 17, 2006
Executive Order No. 111 "Green and Clean" State Buildings and Vehicles, An Update (PDF) (21 pp, 363K), Matt Brown, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, January 17, 2006
Tracking State Government Greenhouse Gas Emissions: The Good, The Bad, the Ugly (PDF) (30 pp, 281K), Eric Friedman, Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs, January 17, 2006
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Lead-By-Example (LBE) Programs (PDF) (9 pp, 113K), U.S. EPA, March 19, 2009
Transcript of Technical Forum Call on Lead-By-Example (LBE) Programs (PDF) (26 pp, 94K), U.S. EPA, March 19, 2009
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Measurement and Tracking in State Lead-By-Example Programs (PDF) (12 pp, 145K), U.S. EPA, January 17, 2006
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Measurement and Tracking in State Lead-By-Example Programs (PDF) (5 pp, 137K), U.S. EPA, January 17, 2006
Video Recording of Technical Forum Call on Lead-By-Example (LBE) Programs (FLV) (67:52, 77M, Get Adobe Media Player ), March 19, 2009
Public utility commissions (PUCs) regulate electric, gas, telecommunications, water and wastewater utilities. Utility regulation takes many forms, including price regulation, resource planning and acquisition, reliability and quality of service regulation. PUC decisions related to electric utility regulation can affect clean energy and air quality. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in May 2010.
A Thrill Packed Introduction to State Public Utility Commissions (PDF) (27 pp., 3M), Miles Keogh, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC), May 20, 2010
Coordination of the State Energy and Environmental Agencies on Public Utility Issues (PDF) (17 pp., 3M), Vincent Chavez, Minnesota Office of Energy Security; Frank Kohlasch and Bill Sierks, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, May 20, 2010
State Climate & Energy Tech Forum: State PUC Overview for Energy and Environment Officials (PDF) (5 pp., 13K), Ann Berwick, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, May 20, 2010 Papers
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Utility Commission Overview for Energy and Environment Officials (PDF) (6 pp., 133K), U.S. EPA, May 20, 2010
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on State Utility Commission Overview for Energy and Environment Officials (PDF) (36 pp., 95K), U.S. EPA, May 20, 2010
Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on State Utility Commission Overview for Energy and Environment Officials (MP3) (91:33, 21M), May 20, 2010
As concerns over greenhouse gas emissions and energy security continue to grow, reducing the transportation sector's environmental impacts and petroleum demand remain a critical element for state and national level discussions. Over the past several years, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) have generated high levels of interest due to their potential environmental and energy security benefits. PHEVs allow greenhouse gas abatement options in the electricity sector to play a potentially major role in reducing transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions. PHEVs also can provide a technological bridge to commercially viable electric vehicles (EV), by stimulating the high-volume production of components such as batteries, motors, and power electronics that are similar between PHEVs and EVs. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in March 2007.
New York State Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Initiative (PDF) (24 pp, 907K), Joseph R. Wagner, Senior Project Manager, Transportation Research, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, March 15, 2007
Plug-In Hybrids: A Scenario Analysis (PDF) (27 pp, 978K), Simon Mui, Michael Shelby, Dan Chartier, and David Ganss, U.S. EPA, Office of Transportation and Air Quality, March 15, 2007
Technology Advancement Office Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Program (PDF) (21 pp, 723K), Lisa H. Mirisola, South Coast Air Quality Management District, March 15, 2007
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PDF) (5 pp, 124K), U.S. EPA, March 15, 2007
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PDF) (8 pp, 62K), U.S. EPA, March 15, 2007
Water and wastewater treatment facilities are often owned by local governments. Because these facilities can account for 30 to 40 percent of total energy consumed by local governments, many localities are eager to explore clean energy options to save energy. Energy efficiency and clean energy practices can help reduce energy use, energy costs, and greenhouse gas emissions. EPA held a Technical Forum call on this topic in January 2009.
Clean Energy Opportunities at Water/Wastewater Facilities (PDF) (18 pp, 267K), Joe Cantwell, Consultant, Wisconsin Focus on Energy/Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), January 15, 2009
Massachusetts Energy Management Pilot for Water & Wastewater Plants (PDF) (19 pp, 327K), Michael DiBara, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, January 15, 2009
Opportunities To Reduce Energy Use and Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Wastewater Treatment Plants (PDF) (31 pp, 1.7M), Jason Turgeon, U.S. EPA Region 1, January 15, 2009
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Opportunities for Clean Energy in Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities (PDF) (11 pp, 516K), U.S. EPA, January 15, 2009
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on Opportunities for Clean Energy in Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities (PDF) (18 pp, 62K), U.S. EPA, January 15, 2009
EnviroMatters e-Newsletter: Energy Management Pilot for Public Wastewater and Drinking Water Facilities (pp. 3-5) (PDF) (14 pp, 149K), Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, Fall 2007 - Winter 2008
Audio Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on Opportunities for Clean Energy in Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities (MP3) (58:01, 10M, Get Media Player ), January 15, 2009
States and the federal government offer a variety of funding and incentives to support clean energy, and much of it is accessible to local governments. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Action of 2009 (ARRA) and other funding mechanisms will help local governments expand their roles in promoting clean energy, and many localities are seeking advice on programs to be funded. States have an important role to play by providing resources, technical assistance, model programs and funding to local governments to design and implement clean energy and climate initiatives. In addition to directly benefiting state residents, businesses, and industry, local government actions to support clean energy can play an important role in meeting state clean energy, environmental, and economic goals. EPA held Technical Forum calls on this topic in May 2009 and January 2007. Presentations
State Programs for Building Local Government Climate & Energy Planning Capacity (PDF) (5 pp, 127K), Julia Miller and Andrea Denny, U.S. EPA, May 28, 2009
The Green Communities Program – Partnering with Cities and Towns (PDF) (10 pp, 74K), Meg Lusardi, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, May 28, 2009
The Wisconsin Energy Independent Communities Partnership: A Voluntary Partnership to Achieve 25x25 (PDF) (6 pp, 398K), Brian Driscoll, Wisconsin Office of Energy Independence, May 28, 2009
Fostering State & Local Clean Energy Collaboration (PDF) (6 pp, 214K), Garrett Fitzgerald, Program Officer, ICLEI — Local Governments for Sustainability, January 18, 2007
Innovative Funding Approaches (PDF) (12 pp, 170K), Fred Yebra, Efficiency Director, Austin Energy, January 18, 2007
State Energy Conservation Office: LoanSTAR Program (PDF) (15 pp, 169K), Theresa Sifuentes, Program Manager, Texas Energy Conservation Office, January 18, 2007
Using State Funding to Drive Municipal Clean Energy Policy (PDF) (12 pp, 639K), Rob Garrity, Former Chief of Staff, Massachusetts Office for Commonwealth Development, January 18, 2007 Papers
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on State Programs for Building Local Government Climate and Energy Planning Capacity (PDF) (9 pp, 67K), U.S. EPA, May 28, 2009
Transcript of EPA Technical Forum Call on State Programs for Building Local Government Climate & Energy Planning Capacity (PDF) (7 pp, 31K), U.S. EPA, May 28, 2009
Background Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Innovative Approaches to Clean Energy: Supporting Localities to Advance State Goals (PDF) (5 pp, 130K), U.S. EPA, January 18, 2007
Summary Paper for EPA Technical Forum Call on Innovative Approaches to Clean Energy: Supporting Localities to Advance State Goals (PDF) (8 pp, 161K), U.S. EPA, January 18, 2007
Video Recording of EPA Technical Forum Call on State Programs for Building Local Government Climate & Energy Planning Capacity (FLV) (13:48, 20M, Get Adobe Media Player ). May 28, 2009Due to technical problems, all presentations are not included in this recording