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510 Thornall Street, Suite 170
Edison, NJ 08837
Phone: 732-590-0122
Fax: 732-590-0129
Energy Audit
Prepared For:
Pequannock Township School District
Contact:
Mr. J. Steven DiGeronimoBusiness Administrator / Board Secretary
Prepared By:
Dome – Tech, Inc.
Prepared Under the Guidelines of the State of NJ Local Government Energy Audit Program
August 2010
PEQUANNOCK BOE
FINAL
510 Thornall Street, Suite 170 Edison, NJ 08837
Tel: 732.590.0122 Fax: 732.590.0129
www.dome-tech.com
Commissioning HVAC Performance Testing Energy Audits Project Management
Retro-Commissioning Facility Management Consulting Energy Procurement
PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION
ENERGY AUDIT REPORT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Executive Summary
2. ECM Summary By Payback
3. Energy Audit Report
Energy Audit Purpose & Scope
Historic Energy Consumption
Facility Description
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction
Energy Conservation Measures
Renewable/Distributed Energy Measures
Energy Procurement
Notes and Assumptions
Operations & Maintenance
Next Steps
4. Appendix
Portfolio Manager/Energy Star
Facilities Total Annual Energy Use
Equipment & Lighting Inventory Lists
ECM Lists
ECM Costs & Calculations
Renewables Calculations
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510 Thornall Street, Suite 170 Edison, NJ 08837
Tel: 732.590.0122 Fax: 732.590.0129
www.dome-tech.com
Commissioning HVAC Performance Testing Energy Audits Project Management
Retro-Commissioning Facility Management Consulting Energy Procurement
August 4, 2010 Mr. J. Steven DiGeronimo Business Administrator / Board Secretary Pequannock Township Board of Education 538 Newark Pompton Pike Pompton Plains, New Jersey 07444 Re: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION STATE OF NEW JERSEY LOCAL GOVERNMENT ENERGY AUDIT Dear Mr. DiGeronimo: Dome-Tech was retained by the Pequannock Township Board of Education, as a pre-qualified participant in the Local Government Energy Audit Program, to perform an energy audit. The objectives of the energy audit were to evaluate the township’s energy consumption, establish baselines for energy efficiency and identify opportunities to reduce the amount of energy used and/or its cost. The scope of the audit is standardized under the Program, and consisted of the following:
Benchmarking historic energy consumption utilizing EPA Energy Star’s Portfolio Manager
Characterizing building use, occupancy, size, and construction
Providing a detailed equipment list including estimated service life and efficiency
Identifying and quantifying energy conservation measures (ECMs)
Evaluating the economic viability of various renewable/distributed energy technologies
Performing a utility tariff analysis and assessing savings potential from energy procurement strategies
Providing the method of analyses Based upon data received for the twelve month period October 2008 - October 2009, the District had an annual expenditure of:
Electricity: 2,068,360 kWh at a total cost of $342,987
Natural Gas: 285,436 therms at a total cost of $430,961 The following buildings were evaluated:
Pequannock High School at 85 Sunset Road, Pompton Plains, NJ – 137,355 SF
Pequannock Valley Middle School at 493 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains, NJ – 84,200 SF
North Boulevard Elementary School at 363 Boulevard, Pompton Plains, NJ – 46,908 SF
Hillview Elementary School at 206 Boulevard, Pompton Plains, NJ – 44,988 SF
Stephan J Gerace Elementary School at 59 Boulevard, Pequannock, NJ – 33,500 SF Please refer to Section 2 of this report for a detailed list of identified Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs), along with a summary of their preliminary economics (estimated project cost, estimated annual energy savings, applicable rebate(s), etc.) In this report, all identified ECMs are ranked and presented according to their simple payback; however, please note that the master ECM table can also be sorted by building, by measure type, etc.
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“Building Performance - Delivered”
If all identified ECMs were to be implemented, they would provide the following estimated benefits to Pequannock Township Board of Education:
Total annual electrical savings: 870,935 kilowatt-hours; 42%
Total annual natural gas savings: 56,640 therms of natural gas usage; 20%
Total annual cost savings: $229,250; 29%
Total annual CO2 emissions reduction: 619 tons
Total net estimated implementation cost: $1,268,150
Total average simple payback: 2.2 years The projects that are recommended for implementation (at all facilities) include: Upgrading the lighting, pipe insulation, and, select equipment upgrades, installing vending machine power management devices, and implementing energy awareness programs. The district data was entered into the US EPA ENERGY STAR’s Portfolio Manager database program. The buildings ranged from 1 to 12 scores. Buildings with scores of 75 or higher may qualify for the ENERGY STAR Building Label. Please see report for individual facility scores. Distributed/Renewable Energy Systems were reviewed with the following conclusions:
Dome-Tech considered three different types of wind turbine technologies that consisted of both building-mounted and traditional ground-mounted variety. Due to attractive payback and high potential for energy reduction, the 50 kilowatt ground-mounted wind turbine project appears to be the most attractive option. Should Pequannock Township Board of Education decide to pursue a wind turbine project, Dome-Tech recommends commissioning a more detailed study.
Roof-mounted 54 - 481 kw dc photovoltaic systems that could provide 25 -95% per building of the District’s annual energy usage were assessed for implementation.
Combined Heat & Power (CHP), Fuel Cells, and Micro-turbines were also researched, but are not recommended due to the lack of thermal requirements in the summertime.
Regarding the procurement of retail energy, Dome-Tech understands that the Pequannock Township Board of Education facilities are served by five electric accounts behind JCP&L, under General Secondary Service 3 Phase rate class. Additionally natural gas is served by five accounts behind PSE&G Large Volume Gas (LVG) rate class. Dome-Tech understands that Pequannock Township Board of Education accounts are currently not contracted with a retail energy supplier. Now is an ideal time to seek longer-term rate stability through a fixed price arrangement through a retail supplier.
During the development of this audit, Dome-Tech was assisted by facility personnel, who were both knowledgeable and very helpful to our efforts. We would like to acknowledge and thank those individuals. Sincerely, John Butterly Senior Energy Engineer
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PEQUANNOCK BOE - ECM Summary by payback Prepared by Dome-Tech, Inc.
PEQUANNOCK BOARD OF EDUCATION _ ECM SUMMARY LIST
kWh kW Therms
1
Install Destratification Fans in
High Bay for Winter Use Middle School -2,270 0 9,470 $2,900 $0 $0 $2,900 $13,960 $0 $13,960 0.2 482.8% 15 $164,231 55
1
Install Destratification Fans in
High Bay for Winter Use Hillview Elementary -190 0 3,630 $1,450 $0 $0 $1,450 $3,440 $0 $3,440 0.4 237.2% 15 $39,616 21
2
Install / Upgrade Pipe Insulation
(pump casings) High School 0 0 80 $70 $0 $0 $70 $120 $0 $120 0.6 171.4% 20 $1,715 0
3
Vending Machine Power
Management System Hillview Elementary 1,180 0 0 $350 $0 $0 $350 $200 $0 $200 1.8 49.5% 5 $566 0
3
Vending Machine Power
Management System North Boulevard 1,180 0 0 $180 $0 $0 $180 $200 $0 $200 0.9 111.1% 15 $2,208 0
3
Vending Machine Power
Management System High School 11,770 0 0 $1,790 $0 $0 $1,790 $1,910 $0 $1,910 0.9 103.7% 5 $6,957 4
3
Vending Machine Power
Management System Middle School 3,530 0 0 $540 $0 $0 $540 $600 $0 $600 0.9 108.3% 5 $2,208 1
4
At EOL, Upgrade Kitchen
Appliances w/ Energy Star
Models Middle School 17,230 1 0 $24,000 $0 $20,400 $3,600 $2,910 $0 $2,910 1.2 80.8% 15 $31,139 6
4
At EOL, Upgrade Kitchen
Appliances w/ Energy Star
Models High School 8,680 1 0 $21,330 $0 $18,130 $3,200 $1,410 $0 $1,410 2.3 43.9% 15 $13,632 3
5
At EOL, Dishwasher Booster
Heater Fuel Switch High School 3,990 0 -160 $7,010 $0 $6,310 $700 $410 $0 $410 1.7 58.5% 15 $4,195 0
6 Lighting Upgrades High School 166,100 37 0 $69,500 $8,225 $0 $61,275 $26,910 $0 $26,910 2.3 43.7% 15 $259,975 55
6 Lighting Upgrades Middle School 230,370 51 0 $82,080 $17,815 $0 $64,265 $38,930 $0 $38,930 1.7 60.5% 15 $400,479 76
6 Lighting Upgrades Hillview Elementary 105,460 20 0 $41,580 $6,565 $0 $35,015 $17,930 $0 $17,930 2.0 51.1% 15 $179,032 35
6 Lighting Upgrades North Boulevard 149,160 31 0 $55,990 $10,810 $0 $45,180 $24,910 $0 $24,910 1.8 55.1% 15 $252,194 49
6 Lighting Upgrades Gerace Elementary 69,540 13 0 $33,990 $3,695 $0 $30,295 $11,610 $0 $11,610 2.6 38.0% 15 $108,304 23
7
At EOL, Replace Boiler(s) w/
Modulating/Modular Condensing
Boilers Hillview Elementary 0 0 6,850 $207,410 $6,000 $165,930 $35,480 $10,510 $0 $10,510 3.4 29.5% 20 $120,813 40
7
At EOL, Replace Boiler(s) w/
Modulating/Modular Condensing
Boilers Middle School 0 0 14,660 $145,600 $4,000 $116,000 $25,600 $22,190 $0 $22,190 1.2 85.4% 25 $360,572 86
7
At EOL, Replace Boiler(s) w/
Modulating/Modular Condensing
Boilers Gerace Elementary 0 0 8,070 $106,520 $6,000 $85,200 $15,320 $12,530 $0 $12,530 1.2 79.1% 25 $201,864 47
7
At EOL, Replace Boiler(s) w/
Modulating/Modular Condensing
HHW Boilers North Boulevard 0 0 13,320 $260,120 $6,000 $208,000 $46,120 $19,950 $0 $19,950 2.3 43.3% 25 $300,522 78
8
At EOL, Upgrade Window AC
Units w/ High Efficiency Models Hillview Elementary 760 0 0 $1,250 $0 $1,060 $190 $130 $0 $130 1.5 68.0% 10 $919 0
8
At EOL, Upgrade Window AC
Units w/ High Efficiency Models Middle School 920 0 0 $1,500 $0 $1,275 $225 $150 $0 $150 1.5 67.8% 10 $1,060 0
8
At EOL, Upgrade Window AC
Units w/ High Efficiency Models Gerace Elementary 300 0 0 $500 $0 $400 $100 $50 $0 $50 2.0 49.1% 10 $327 0
Simple
Pay
Back
Total
Annual
Cost
Savings
Annual
Energy
Cost
Savings
CO2
Savings
(lbs)
Lifecycle
Savings
Measure
Life
Internal
Rate of
Return
(IRR)
Gross
Installation
Costs*
Rebates/
IncentiveBuildings
Energy Savings
Net
Implementation
Costs
Annual
Oper.
Cost
Savings
Energy Conservation Measures
(ECM)Avoided Cost
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PEQUANNOCK BOE - ECM Summary by payback Prepared by Dome-Tech, Inc.
kWh kW Therms
Simple
Pay
Back
Total
Annual
Cost
Savings
Annual
Energy
Cost
Savings
CO2
Savings
(lbs)
Lifecycle
Savings
Measure
Life
Internal
Rate of
Return
(IRR)
Gross
Installation
Costs*
Rebates/
IncentiveBuildings
Energy Savings
Net
Implementation
Costs
Annual
Oper.
Cost
Savings
Energy Conservation Measures
(ECM)Avoided Cost
8
At EOL, Upgrade Window AC
Units w/ High Efficiency Models High School 1,530 0 0 $2,500 $0 $1,880 $620 $250 $0 $250 2.5 38.8% 10 $1,513 1
9
Upgrade Major Motors to
Premium Efficiency Models North Boulevard 730 0 0 $1,540 $150 $0 $1,390 $120 $0 $120 11.6 5.1% 18 $260 0
9
Upgrade Major Motors to
Premium Efficiency Models High School 2,300 0 0 $1,870 $180 $0 $1,690 $370 $0 $370 4.6 21.4% 20 $3,815 1
10
Implement Demand Control
Ventilation in Auditorium and
Library High School 13,790 0 720 $22,300 $0 $0 $22,300 $3,310 $0 $3,310 6.7 12.2% 15 $17,215 9
11 VFD Controls for Univentilators Hillview Elementary 14,270 0 0 $12,250 $0 $0 $12,250 $2,430 $0 $2,430 5.0 18.2% 15 $16,711 5
11 VFD Controls for Univentilators North Boulevard 14,680 0 0 $19,130 $0 $0 $19,100 $2,450 $0 $2,450 7.8 9.6% 15 $10,148 5
11 VFD Controls for Univentilators High School 9,330 0 0 $21,950 $0 $0 $21,900 $1,510 $0 $1,510 14.5 0.4% 15 -$3,874 3
11 VFD Controls for Univentilators Middle School 25,690 0 0 $26,630 $0 $0 $26,600 $4,340 $0 $4,340 6.1 14.0% 15 $25,211 8
11 VFD Controls for Univentilators Gerace Elementary 15,090 0 0 $12,950 $0 $0 $13,000 $2,520 $0 $2,520 5.2 17.7% 15 $17,084 5
12
Install Walk-in Cooler Evaporator
Fan Speed Controls High School 1,205 0 0 $2,340 $0 $0 $2,340 $210 $0 $210 11.1 4.0% 15 $167 0
13
At EOL, Upgrade Aging PRTUs
w/ High Efficiency Units High School 1,070 0 0 $18,170 $890 $14,540 $2,810 $200 $0 $200 14.1 0.8% 15 -$422 0
14
At EOL, Upgrade Split AC
Systems w/ High Efficiency Units North Boulevard 1,290 0 0 $11,550 $320 $9,240 $2,040 $200 $0 $200 10.2 5.3% 15 $348 0
14
At EOL, Upgrade Split AC
Systems w/ High Efficiency Units Hillview Elementary 1,660 0 0 $37,830 $1,380 $30,260 $6,150 $280 $0 $280 22.0 -4.4% 15 -$2,807 1
14
At EOL, upgrade Split AC
Systems w/ High Efficiency Units Gerace Elementary 590 0 0 $11,480 $490 $10,880 $110 $100 $0 $100 1.1 90.9% 15 $1,084 0
TotalsTOTALS
870,935 156 56,640 $1,268,150 $72,520 $689,505 $506,145 $229,250 $0 $229,250 2.2 45% 15 $2,222,565 619
Notes:
1. KW - Where Zero (0) values are shown in the table there is no demand reduction for this measure.
2. Rebates- Where Zero (0) values are shown in the table we could not find any rebates of other financial incentives that are currently available for this measure.
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Energy Audit Purpose & Scope
Purpose:
The objectives of the energy audit are to evaluate the facilities’ energy consumption,
establish baselines for energy consumption and identify opportunities to reduce the
amount of energy used and/or its cost.
Scope:
I. Historic Energy Consumption: Benchmark energy use using Energy Star Portfolio
Manager
II. Facility Description – characterize building usage, occupancy, size and construction.
III. Equipment Inventory – detailed equipment list including useful life and efficiency.
IV. Energy Conservation Measures: Identify and evaluate opportunities for cost savings and
economic returns.
V. Renewable/Distributed Energy Measures: evaluate economic viability of various
renewable/distributed energy technologies.
VI. Energy Purchasing and Procurement Strategies: perform utility tariff analysis and assess
potential for savings from energy procurement strategies.
VII.Method of Analysis: Appendices
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Historic Energy Consumption
Utility Usage and Costs Summary Time-period: Oct. 2008 – Oct. 2009
Please see the Appendix for full utility data and consumption profiles for the Schools.
Account #
Annual
Consumption
(kWh)
Annual Cost $ / kWh Account #
Annual
Consumption
(Therms)
Annual Cost $ /
Therms
10 0006 3830-02 831,040 $134,587.87 $0.162 31 832 409-12 110,387 165,362.20$ $1.498
10 0007 7329-91 501,320 $84,759.03 $0.169 31 839 036-52 69,671 105,463.05$ $1.514
10 0006 1311-12 235,280 $39,892.34 $0.170 31 827 398-16 27,593 42,361.32$ $1.535
10 0005 9301-26 266,640 $44,640.76 $0.167 31 827 397-19 54,794 82,070.98$ $1.498
10 0007 4099-54 234,080 $39,107.81 $0.167 31 821 054-50 22,991 35,704.32$ $1.553
TOTAL 2,068,360 342,987.81$ $0.166 TOTAL 285,436 430,961.87$ $1.510
Natural Gas
S.J.Gerace
Buildings
Electric
Hillview
North Boulevard
Pequannock High School
Pequannock Middle School
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Historic Energy Consumption
ENERGY STAR SCORES
Energy Star Score is calculated to establish a facility-specific energy intensity baseline.
Energy Star can be used to compare energy consumption to other similar facilities and to
gauge the success of energy conservation and cost containment efforts.
Buildings with an Energy Star rating/score of 75, or above, are eligible to apply for an official
Energy Star Building label.
Facility Name
Total Floor
Area
Energy Star
Score
Eligible to
Apply for
ENERGY STAR
Current Site
Energy Intensity
(kBtu/SF)
Current Source
Energy Intensity
(kBtu/SF)
Pequannock High School 137,355 12 NA 105.4 158.2
Pequannock Middle School 84,200 8 NA 105.9 156.5
Hillview 44,988 12 NA 82.3 127.2
North Boulevard 46,908 1 NA 141.2 192.6
S.J.Gerace 33,500 7 NA 94.3 153
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Historic Energy Consumption (continued)
Portfolio Manager Sign - In
An account has been created for Pequannock Township School District in Portfolio
Manager. You will have received an email to notify you of the generation of this
account and shared access with Dome-Tech. Please use this to read your facility
information. Please feel free to alter this information when the report is finalized. We
would ask that you leave the sign-in information alone until then. Your district’s
information is currently shared as read only.
When the report is finalized the shared access will be changed so that you can use /
edit the information and change as you wish.
Website link to sign-in:https://www.energystar.gov/istar/pmpam/index.cfm?fuseaction=login.Login
Username: PequannockBOE
Password: DTPequannockBOE
Email for account: [email protected]
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Pequannock Township School District, Pompton Plains NJ FINAL Energy Audit Report, August 2010
Facility Information
Building Name: Pequannock Twp High SchoolAddress: 85 Sunset Road, Pompton Plains, NJ
Gross Floor Area: 137,355 sf
Year Built: 1957 (orig.); additions in 1967, 1975
# Occupants: 104 staff; 732 students
Use: Educational facility for grades 9-12
The building is operated 70 hours /
week; normally 5:30 am - 11:30 pm;
some weekends and holidays
Construction Features:Facade: One story; block and partial brick veneer, in good condition
Roof Type: Flat, light-colored wood frame, concrete deck, asphalt with river rock, in
good condition.
Windows: Covering approximately 25% of façade, metal frame, painted, double
glazed, some fixed, some casement, some double-hung, no shades / blinds
observed, in good condition.
Exterior Doors: Approximately 31 doors, main is metal with small windows, remaining are
solid metal with weather stripping in good condition.
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Pequannock Township School District, Pompton Plains NJ FINAL Energy Audit Report, August 2010
Facility Information – High School (continued)
Major Mechanical Systems
Air Handlers / AC Systems / Ventilation Systems Three (3) Trane indoor, built-up, heating-ventilating air handling units (AHUs)
Two (2) Trane roof top AHUs (RTUs) with Dx cooling
Four (4) Trane roof top AHUs (RTUs) with Dx cooling and direct-fired natural gas heat
Two (2) Trane roof top, heating-ventilating (HV) units
One (1) Heatex energy recovery unit, and one (1) Annexaire energy recovery unit
Multiple (57+) heating ventilator units (“univents”) manufactured by Nesbitt and Trane
Thirteen (13) window air conditioning units (of various manufacturers),
Seventy-six(76) roof top exhaust fans of various sizes and manufacture (mostly Penn Barry)
Boilers
Five(5) Aerco natural gas condensing boilers, two (2) B&G/Marathon Electric 7.5 HP/500
gpm HHW pumps, one (1) B&G/WEB 1 ½ HP/124 gpm HHW pump, and two (2) B&G/WEG
5 HP/135 gpm HHW pumps
Domestic Hot Water
One (1) Raypak natural gas indirect fired domestic hot water heater, one (1) B&G 0.08 HP
pump, two (2) Armstrong ½ HP pumps
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Facility Information
Building Name: Pequannock Valley Middle SchoolAddress: 493 Newark Pompton Turnpike,
Pompton Plains, NJ
Gross Floor Area: 84,200 sf
Year Built: 1950 (orig.); additions in 1954, 1963,
1974, 1990 (library), and 1991
# Occupants: 83 staff; 622 students
Use: Educational facility for grades 6-8
The building is occupied 60 hours /
week; normally 5:30 am until 9:00 pm,
some Saturdays
Construction Features:Facade: Two story, brick and partial block, in good condition
Roof Type: Some pitched sections, light-colored, built-up asphalt with gravel, in good
condition
Windows: Covering approximately 25% of façade, vinyl frame, double hung, double-
glazed, in good condition
Exterior Doors: Main door is wood; remaining are vinyl, in good condition
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Facility Information – Middle School (continued)
Major Mechanical Systems
Air Handlers / AC Systems / Ventilation Systems
Two (2) Trane roof top units with Dx cooling and direct-fired natural gas heating
Seven (7) Trane split AC systems
Two (2) split heat pump systems (Daikin and Mitsubishi)
Three (3) window air conditioning units (various manufacturers)
Multiple (63+) unit ventilators manufactured by Nesbitt and Trane
Thirty-nine (39) roof top exhaust fans of various sizes and manufacture
Boilers
Two (2) HB Smith natural gas steam boilers, one (1) Weil McLain natural gas HHW boiler, three
(3) ¾ HP Marathon Electric make-up water pumps, two (2) ¼ HP oil pumps (manufacturer
unknown), two (2) 1 ½ HP Westinghouse condensate return pumps, and two (2) 2 HP HHW
pumps (manufacturer unknown)
Domestic Hot Water
One (1) Rheem natural gas direct-fired, storage type domestic hot water boiler, one (1) Raypak
natural gas indirect-fired domestic hot water boiler, one (1) domestic hot water storage tank
(manufacturer unknown), one (1) Patterson Kelly steam to heat and hot water heat exchanger
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Facility Information
Building Name: North Boulevard ElementaryAddress: 363 Boulevard, Pompton Plains, NJ
Gross Floor Area: 46,908 sf
Year Built: 1954 (orig.); additions in 1990 & 2000
# Occupants: 40 staff; 336 students
Use: Educational facility for grades K-5
The building is occupied 60
hours/week
Construction Features:Facade: One story, block and partial brick veneer, in good condition
Roof Type: Some pitched sections, light-colored, built-up asphalt with gravel, in fair
condition (some bubbles were observed)
Windows: Covering approximately 25% of façade, metal frame, double hung, double-
glazed, no blinds/shades observed, in good condition
Exterior Doors: Metal with approximately 50% single glazed glass, in good condition
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Facility Information – North Boulevard (continued)
Major Mechanical Systems
Air Handlers / AC Systems / Ventilation Systems
One (1) Trane Roof Top AHU with DX cooling
One (1) Trane DX split air conditioning system
Two (2) York heating ventilator units (suspended from gym ceiling)
Multiple (36+) unit ventilators manufactured by Nesbitt and Trane
Twenty-seven (27) roof top exhaust fans of various sizes and manufacture
Boilers
One (1) HB Smith natural gas HHW cast iron boiler, two (2) HB Smith natural gas steam cast iron
boilers, two (2) 3HP Emerson HHW pumps, two (2) 1 HP FT Industries condensate return
pumps, one (1) 5 HP Brook Cromton HHW pump, one (1) 5 HP Marathon Electric HHW pump,
and two (2) ½ HP AO Smith make-up water pumps
Domestic Hot Water
Two (2) A.O. Smith 80 gallon direct-fired natural gas, storage-type domestic hot water heaters
*One (1) Landis Gyr ¾ HP air compressor
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Facility Information
Building Name: Hillview ElementaryAddress: 206 Boulevard, Pompton Plains, NJ
Gross Floor Area: 44,988 sf
Year Built: 1963 (orig.); additions in 1991 & 2000
# Occupants: 37 staff; 336 students
Use: Educational facility for grades K-5
The building is occupied 60
hours/week
Construction Features:Facade: One story, block and partial brick veneer, in good condition
Roof Type: Pitched, light-colored, metal deck, built-up asphalt with gravel, in good
condition
Windows: Covering approximately 50% of façade, metal frame, double hung, double-
glazed, in good condition
Exterior Doors: Metal with approximately 85% single glazed glass (main), in good condition
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Facility Information – Hillview (continued)
Major Mechanical Systems
Air Handlers / AC Systems / Ventilation Systems
Four (4) Rheem split air-conditioning units, one (1) Carrier heating ventilator, one (1) heating
ventilator (manufacturer unknown), one (1) Carrier roof top unit, seven (7) window air-
conditioning units (various manufacturers), multiple (35+) unit ventilators manufactured by
Nesbitt and Trane, nineteen (19) roof top exhaust fans of various sizes and manufacturer
Boilers
One (1) HB Smith natural gas boiler, one (1) Superior natural gas boiler, two (2) 3HP Baldor
HHW pumps, two (2) 3 HP Emerson HHW pumps
Domestic Hot Water
One (1) A.O. Smith natural gas domestic hot water heater
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Facility Information
Building Name: Stephan J Gerace ElementaryAddress: 59 Boulevard, Pequannock, NJ
Gross Floor Area: 33,500 sf
Year Built: 1968 (orig.); addition in 1993
# Occupants: 32 staff; 313 students
Use: Educational facility for grades K-5
The building is occupied
50 hours/week
Construction Features:Facade: Two story, block and partial brick veneer, in good condition
Roof Type: Pitched, light-colored, some asphalt built-up gravel, some pitched, and
some pitched raised seam
Windows: Aluminum single glazed 42” x 60” double hung, in good condition
Exterior Doors: Plastic clad, with 50% glass, in good condition
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Facility Information – Gerace (continued)
Major Mechanical Systems
Air Handlers / AC Systems / Ventilation Systems
One (1) 1300 CFM Inner City Products DX Roof top unit, one (1) 1600 CFM Luxaire Roof top
unit, and one (1) Carrier 1300 CFM split air-conditioning system, ), multiple (35+) unit ventilators
manufactured by Nesbitt and Trane, one (1) roof top exhaust fan of unknown manufacturer
Boilers
One (1) Superior natural gas HHW fire-tube boiler, two (2) 5 HP Baldor HHW pumps
Domestic Hot Water
One (1) 80 gallon A O Smith domestic hot water heater
* One (1) Dayton air compressor
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Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction
Implementation of all the identified ECMs will yield:
870,935 kilowatt-hours of annual avoided electric usage.
47,170 therms of annual avoided natural gas usage.
This equates to the following annual reductions:
619 tons of CO2;
-OR-
107 Cars removed from road;
-OR-
169 Acres of trees planted annually
The Energy Information Administration
(EIA) estimates that power plants in
the state of New Jersey emit 0.666 lbs
CO2 per kWh generated.
The Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) estimates that one car emits
11,560 lbs CO2 per year.
The EPA estimates that reducing
CO2 emissions by 7,333 pounds
is equivalent to planting an acre of
trees.
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Notes and Assumptions
Project cost estimates were based upon industry accepted published cost data, rough order of
magnitude cost estimates from contractors, and regional prevailing wage rates. The cost estimates
presented in this report should be used to select projects for investment grade development. The cost
estimates presented in this report should not be used for budget development or acquisition requests.
Estimated energy and cost savings are based on individual projects being implemented and do not
account for potential synergies if multiple projects are implemented concurrently. Therefore, cumulative
energy and cost savings shown in this report may or may not be representative of actual results.
The average CO2 emission rate from power plants serving the facilities within this report was obtained
from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) eGRID2007 report. It is stated that power plants
within the state of NJ emit 0.66 lbs of CO2 per kWh generated.
The EPA estimates that burning one therm of natural gas emits 11.708 lbs CO2.
The EPA estimates that one car emits 11,560 lbs CO2 per year.
The EPA estimates that reducing CO2 emissions by 7,333 pounds is equivalent to planting an acre of trees.
The following utility prices provided were used within this study:
School
Electric
$/Kwh
Natural Gas
$ / therm
Pequannock High School $0.162 $1.498
Pequannock Middle School $0.169 $1.514
Hillview $0.170 $1.535
North Boulevard $0.167 $1.498
S.J.Gerace $0.167 $1.553
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Energy Conservation Measure (ECM) #1: Install Destratification Fans in High Bays for Winter Use
The gyms are heated by fan coil units suspended from the ceilings. This can result in a
significant temperature difference between floor to ceiling levels.
The heating system consumes additional energy due to this stratification occurring in
these large spaces. When the system cycles off, the heated air rises to the ceiling and
the cooler air sinks to the floor. The thermostat, at the lower level, senses the cooler
temperature and cycles the system back on. Setpoint is not achieved until the air near
the ceiling is significantly warmer than the lower levels.
Destratification fans would gently distribute the heat trapped at the ceiling down to the
floor, creating a more uniform temperature throughout the space, therefore reducing the
amount of energy needed to reach setpoint.
Middle
SchoolHillview TOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $13,960 $3,440 $17,400
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $2,900 $1,450 $4,350
NJ Rebate: $0 $0 $0
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $2,900 $1,450 $4,350
Simple Payback (years): 0.2 0.4 0.3
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 55 21 76
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ECM #2: Install / Upgrade Pipe Insulation (on Pump Casings and Valves)
Some facilities have missing insulation around heating hot water and domestic hot water pumps and valves in the boiler rooms.
Boilers will have to cycle more to maintain the temperature set point. Also tempered air is exiting the room through the outside air vents.
Dome-Tech recommends insulating the exposed domestic hot water and boiler pipes and equipment.
Estimated cost assumes that the insulation can be installed by in-house staff. Picture: Gerace uninsulated HHW valves
High School
Estimated Annual Savings: $120
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $70
NJ Rebate: $0
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $70
Simple Payback (years): 0.6
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 0
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ECM #3: Vending Machine Power Management
Dome-Tech recommends installing a VendMiser vending machine power
management device on all vending machines.
The device uses a passive infrared sensor to power down the machine when the
area surrounding it is vacant. Then it monitors the room’s temperature and
automatically re-powers the cooling system at one- to three-hour intervals,
independent of sales, to ensure that the product stays cold.
The microcontroller will never power down the machine while the compressor is
running, eliminating compressor short-cycling. In addition, when the machine is
powered up, the cooling cycle is allowed to finish before again powering down
(reduces compressor wear and tear).
High
School
Middle
SchoolHillview
North
BoulevardTOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $1,910 $600 $200 $200 $2,910
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $1,790 $540 $350 $180 $2,860
NJ Rebate: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $1,790 $540 $350 $180 $2,860
Simple Payback (years): 0.9 0.9 1.8 0.9 1.0
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 4 1 0 0 5
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ECM #4: Replace Kitchen Equipment with Energy Star Rated Equipment
High
School
Middle
SchoolTOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $1,410 $2,910 $4,320
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $21,330 $24,000 $45,330
NJ Rebate: $0 $0 $0
Avoided Cost (Like and Kind Replacement): * $18,130 $20,400 $38,530
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $3,200 $3,600 $6,800
Simple Payback (years): 2.3 1.2 1.6
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 3 6 9
* Note: Avoided Cost = Cost of Like and Kind replacement
Some of the kitchen equipment (reach-in refrigerators and food warmers) at the High
School and the Middle School is older and less efficient than newer higher efficiency
equipment.
Replacing this equipment at the end of its service life with higher efficiency Energy Star
labeled equipment will provide at least $4,000 in annual savings.
Improvements in kitchen equipment include lower idle rates, better insulation which
reduces the amount of standby losses through sides and top, and premium efficient fan
motors.
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ECM # 5: At End of Life (EOL), Replace Electric Dishwasher Booster w/Natural Gas Fired Fuel Switch
The high school’s kitchen is equipped with an electric hot
water booster heater for dishwashing.
The school’s electric cost is over $0.16 per kilowatt hour. The
equivalent natural gas cost is $5.161 per therm (assuming a
95% efficient natural gas unit). The actual price for natural
gas is approximately $1.498 per therm (less than 1/3 the price
of electric on a Btu basis.).
Replacing the electric heater at the end of its service life with a
natural gas unit will provide at least $400 in annual savings.
Electric hot water booster heater
High School
Estimated Annual Savings: $410
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $7,010
NJ Rebate: $0
Avoided Cost (Like and Kind Replacement):* $6,310
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $700
Simple Payback (years): 1.7
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 0
* Note: Avoided Cost = Cost of Like and
Kind replacement. Payback is based on
incremental cost.
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ECM #6: Lighting Upgrade
Although most of the current light fixtures have first generationT-8 fluorescent lamps and ballasts, improved lamp designs will further reduce lighting energy costs. The gyms have older technology HID lighting and should be retrofitted with High Output T5 fixtures.
Many areas were observed to have lights on regardless of occupancy. Installing occupancy sensors in these areas will automatically turn lights on/off according to actual occupancy by sensing the presence of people in the room. Occupancy sensors will reduce lighting energy costs by approximately 30%*.
*Source: Turner, Wayne, Energy Management Handbook, 1999.
High
School
Middle
School
Hillview North
Boulevard
SJ GeraceTOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $26,910 $38,930 $17,930 $24,910 $11,610 $120,290
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $69,500 $82,080 $41,580 $55,990 $33,990 $283,140
NJ Rebate: $8,225 $17,815 $6,565 $10,810 $3695, $47,110
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $61,275 $64,265 $35,015 $45,180 $30,295 $236,030
Simple Payback (years): 2.3 1.7 2.0 1.8 2.6 1.9
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 55 76 35 49 23 238
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ECM #7: Replace Boilers with High Efficiency Modulating Condensing Boilers
Many of the schools are equipped with natural gas fired hot water or steam boilers in variousconfigurations of one or more units. In most cases, the steam is converted to hot water before it isdistributed to the end users.
For the most part, these boilers are old and are nearing the end of the equipment service life (ASHRAEstates the service life of similar equipment to be 25 years).
The ages, sizes, types and configurations of the boilers do not lend themselves to efficient operation.Generally, as boilers approach the end of their service life, the efficiency degrades and the boiler mustconsume more fuel in order to produce the same rated output. In addition, there is a direct correlationbetween risk of equipment failure (tube breaks & meltdown, shell cracks, furnace surface area failure)and equipment age.
If the existing boilers could be replaced by high efficiency, modulating or modular condensing boilers,savings will be realized in two ways. Modulating boilers, usually 1,000 MBH or smaller, employ multiple burners to meet the heating load. Each burner
operates independently, eliminating the “all on/all off” operation of single burner boilers. As building loadincreases only those burners necessary to meet the load are fired. This allows each burner to run at optimalefficiency. Modular boilers operate under the same principal but for larger installations. In this case multipleboilers are used rather than multiple burners. Modular boilers usually are employed in 1000, 2000 or 3000 MBHsizes.
Condensing boilers recover energy from the exhaust gas thus allowing high efficiencies of 90% and above.
When a boiler is both a modulating/modular type and a condensing type, extremely high efficienciescan be realized.
Picture: Old Steam Boiler (PMS) Picture: Old HHW Boiler (Gerace)
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ECM #7: Replace Boilers with High Efficiency Modulating Condensing Boilers (continued)
The high first cost of a new boiler system may preclude this ECM from being justified by economicsalone at some of the facilities. The ECM table details the economics at each site. However, reliabilityissues warrant consideration of these projects as part of a long-term capital improvement plan.
NOTE: The presented economics should be used for planning purposes only. If the client decides to proceed with any boiler replacement project,
these economics should be refined with an investment grade analysis.
SJ
Gerace
Middle
SchoolHillview
Northern
BoulevardTOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $12,530 $22,190 $10,510 $19,950 $65,180
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $106,520 $145,600 $207,410 $260,120 $719,650
NJ Rebate: $6,000 $4,000 $6,000 $6,000 $22,000
Avoided Cost (Like and Kind Replacement): * $85,200 $116,000 $165,930 $208,000 $575,130
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $15,320 $25,600 $35,480 $46,120 $122,520
Simple Payback (years): 1.2 1.2 3.4 2.3 1.9
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 47 86 40 78 251
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ECM #8: Replace Window AC Units
Several schools have installed multiple window air conditioningunits to provide localized cooling for small private offices andstorage areas. Many units are in poor physical condition, andinefficient compared to today’s standards.
Dome-Tech recommends replacing these units with new higherefficiency units.
New 10.8 SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating) units areestimated to be at least 14% more efficient at full/part loads thanthe existing equipment.
Picture: Middle School Window AC Unit
Middle
School
High
School
SJ
GeraceHillview TOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $150 $250 $50 $130 $580
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $1,500 $2,500 $500 $1,250 $5,750
NJ Rebate: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Avoided Cost (Like and Kind Replacement): $1,275 $1,880 $400 $1,060 $4,615
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $225 $620 $100 $190 $1,135
Simple Payback (years): 1.5 2.5 2.0 1.5 2.0
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 0 1 0 0 0
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ECM #9: Premium Efficiency Motors
Most of the existing motors serving the pumps are standard efficiency motors. See the appendix for a
detailed list of motors recommended for replacement by this ECM. Standard efficiency motors consume
more power than the premium efficiency motors.
Dome-Tech recommends replacing the recommended regularly operated standard efficiency motors
with new premium efficiency motors.
Typical Efficiencies for Standard & Premium Motors
(1800 RPM Open Drip-Proof Motors)
High
School
North
BlvdTOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $370 $120 $490
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $1,870 $1,540 $3,410
NJ Rebate: $180 $150 $330
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $1,690 $1,390 $3,080
Simple Payback (years): 4.6 11.6 6.3
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 1 0 1
Motor Size
HP
# of
Motors
Existing
Efficiency
Proposed
Efficiency
Rebate per
Motor
1 1 84.0% 85.5% $45
1.5 1 84.0% 86.5% $45
3 1 85.5% 89.5% $54
5 2 85.5% 89.5% $54
7.5 1 85.5% 91.0% $81
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ECM #10: Implement Demand Control Ventilation in Library & Auditorium
Building codes require that a minimum amount of fresh air be provided to ensure adequate airquality. To comply, ventilation systems often operate at a fixed rate based on an assumedoccupancy (e.g., 20 cfm per person multiplied by the maximum design occupancy). The result isexcessive fresh air volumes which require costly (and unnecessary) conditioning.
Demand-controlled ventilation controls the amount of outside air based upon the CO2 levels
generated by building occupants. Demand ventilation should be added to any return air system
where space occupancy varies dramatically. Dome-Tech recommends DCV controls for the
auditorium and library HVAC units.
By installing CO2 sensors and controlling the CO2 level at less than 1000 PPM, the outside air
flow is kept to the absolute minimum while space conditions are kept in compliance with building
codes and standards such as the ASHRAE Indoor Air Quality Standard.
High School
Estimated Annual Savings: $3,310
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $22,300
NJ Rebate: $0
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $22,300
Simple Payback (years): 6.7
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 36
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ECM #11: VFD’s on Univent Blower Fans
Currently, all of the fans in the unit ventilators (univents) run at a constant speed.
Installation of fractional horsepower variable speed drives on the fans will reduce
fan energy by slowing the fans when setpoints have been achieved.
The Pequannock schools have over 240 univents serving the classrooms and
offices.
High
School
Middle
School
Hillview North
Boulevard
SJ GeraceTOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $1,510 $4,340 $2,430 $2,450 $2,520 $13,250
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $21,950 $26,630 $12,250 $19,130 $12,950 $92,910
NJ Rebate: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $21,950 $26,630 $12,250 $19,130 $12,950 $92,910
Simple Payback (years): 14.5 6.1 5.0 7.8 5.2 7.0
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 3 8 5 5 5 26
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ECM #12: Walk-In Cooler Controllers
Typically the walk-in cooler evaporator fans run continuously.
However, full airflow is only required 50% of the runtime.
In the most common applications (those that use single-phase
power), motors for the fans are typically shaded-pole or
permanent-split-capacitor types, both of which are very inefficient.
Inexpensive controllers are currently available that slow these
fans when full-speed operation is unnecessary.
Reducing the operating speed reduces the energy consumption of
the fan. In addition, the motor produces less heat at slower
speeds, which means that the compressor has less heat to
remove from the refrigerated compartment.
High School
Estimated Annual Savings: $210
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $2,340
NJ Rebate: $0
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $2,340
Simple Payback (years): 11.1
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 0
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ECM #13: At EOL Replace aging Packaged Roof Top Units with High Efficiency Units
The existing rooftop units (RTUs) are between 15-30 years oldand are at the end of their estimated equipment service life(EESL) per ASHRAE standards. (The EESL for packagerooftop units is 15 years.)
Replacing these RTU’s with new, higher efficiency units willsignificantly reduce annual energy and maintenance costs.
New Jersey SmartStart offers rebates that usually pay for theincremental cost to upgrade to higher efficient units.
Energy Efficiency Ratios*
*Energy Efficiency Ratios: EER is the rating of
cooling output (Btu) divided by the electrical
energy input (watts). The higher the EER, the
more efficient the unit.
Avoided Costs = Like and Kind
replacement
Unit Capacity (tons) Existing Proposed
5 9 14
10 8.6 11
High School
Estimated Annual Savings: $200
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $18,170
NJ Rebate: $890
Avoided Cost (Like and Kind Replacement): $14,540
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $2,810
Simple Payback (years): 14.1
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 0
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ECM #14: At EOL Replace aging Split AC Units with High Efficiency Units
Several schools have aging roof top or split-system AC units that are in excess of 15-20 years old.These systems at the end of their estimated equipment service life (EESL) per ASHRAE standards.(The EESL for RTU and split AC units is 15 years.)
Dome-Tech recommends replacing these units with new higher efficiency units.
New 14.0 SEER* (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating) units are more efficient at full/part loads thanthe existing equipment (SEER 10.6).
Split-system AC Unit (Gerace) Split-system AC Unit (Hillview)
*Energy Efficiency Ratting: EER is the rating of cooling output (Btu) divided by the electrical energy input (watts). The higher the EER, the more
efficient the unit. SEER is similar to EER but adjusted for seasonal effects. SEER is usually only applied to smaller AC units (< 20 tons)
Unit Capacity (tons) Existing Proposed
5 9 14
10 8.6 11
Energy Efficiency Ratios*
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Gross Implementation Cost = Cost of Installing Higher SEER Units
Avoided Cost = Cost of Like and Kind replacement
ECM #14: At EOL Replace aging Split AC Units with High Efficiency Units (continued)
Note: Savings do not include potential maintenance savings.
SJ
GeraceHillview
North
BlvdTOTAL
Estimated Annual Savings: $100 $280 $200 $580
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $11,480 $37,830 $11,550 $60,860
NJ Rebate: $490 $1,380 $320 $2,190
Avoided Cost (Like and Kind Replacement): $10,880 $30,260 $9,240 $50,380
Net Estimated Implementation Cost: $110 $6,150 $2,040 $8,300
Simple Payback (years): 1.1 22.0 10.2 14.3
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): 0 1 0 1
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ECM #15: Creation of an Energy Awareness & Education Program
Pequannock Board of Education currently has no observed program in place.
Educational institutions are where our nation’s youth spend a significant portion of their
time. As such, educators can have a potentially large impact on promoting an energy
conscious and conservation-minded society that starts at their school, leading to energy
cost reductions, environmental benefits, and national energy independence.
In addition, schools can receive recognition for their efforts and possible media coverage,
which can contribute to enhanced school spirit, and individual feelings of accomplishment
and connection.
Estimated Annual Savings: $10,000 - $15,000*
Gross Estimated Implementation Cost: $1500 each
Expected Rebate / Energy Efficiency Credit: None
Net Estimated Implementation Costs: $1500
Simple Payback (yrs): Varies
Annual Avoided CO2 Emissions (tons): Varies
Cost per Ton CO2 Reduction ($/ton): Varies
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Renewable/Distributed Energy Measures
Distributed Generation & Renewable Energy
Distributed Generation (on-site generation) generates electricity from many small energy sources. These sources can be renewable (solar/wind/geothermal) or can be small scale power generation technologies (CHP, fuel cells, microturbines)
Renewable energy is energy generated from natural resources (sunlight, wind, and underground geothermal heat) which are naturally replenished
Photovoltaics (solar) are particularly popular in Germany and Spain and growing in popularity in the U.S.
Wind power is growing as well, mostly in Europe and the U.S.
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Wind
Wind turbines generate electricity by harnessing a wind stream's kinetic energy as it spins the turbine airfoils. As with most renewable energy sources, wind
energy is subject to intermittent performance due to the unpredictability of wind resources.
Pequannock Township Wind Speed
As previously stated, wind speed is critical to the successful wind turbine installation. According to average wind data from NASA’s Surface Meteorology and
Solar Energy records, the average annual wind speed for the Pequannock area is 5.3 meters per second. Ideal wind speeds for a successful project should
average over 6 meters per second.
For Pequannock Township, Dome-Tech considered three (3) types of wind turbine technologies; building integrated wind turbines (1 kW each) and traditional
ground mounted wind turbines (5 kW & 50 kW).
Building Integrated Wind Turbines
Model: AeroVironment AVX1000
Height: 8.5’
Rotor Diameter: 6’
Weight: 130 lbs.
Cut-In Wind Speed: 2.2 m/s
Maximum Generating Capacity: 1 kW
5 kW Ground Mount
Model: WES5 Tulipo
Height: 40’
Rotor Diameter: 16’
Weight: 1,900 lbs.
Cut-In Wind Speed: 3.0 m/s
Maximum Generating Capacity: 5.2 kW
50 kW Ground Mount
Model: Entegrity EW50
Height: 102’
Rotor Diameter: 50’
Weight: 21,000 lbs.
Cut-In Wind Speed: 4.0 m/s
Maximum Generating Capacity: 50 kW
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Wind
Wind Turbine Pros & Cons
Pros Cons
Annual reduction in energy
spend and use can be
potentially reduced by almost
$17,900 (13% reduction).
Typical equipment life span is
15-30 years.
Reduction of annual
greenhouse gas emissions by
39 tons per year.
A wind turbine project could
be incorporated into science
and other curriculums to raise
student awareness of energy
alternatives.
High visible “green” project.
Payback period is significant
(over 8 years).
Average area wind speed is
not ideal and impacts
performance.
Prone to lighting strikes.
Bird collisions are likely, but
may be reduced with avian
guard (building integrate only).
Zoning may be an issue.
Check with local zoning
regulations.
Wind turbines do create
noise, although below 50 dB (a
typical car ride is over 80 dB).
The project economics and wind turbine pros and cons are presented in the following tables:
Due to attractive payback and high potential for energy reduction, the 50 kilowatt ground mounted wind
turbine project appears to be the most attractive option. Should the District decide to pursue a wind
turbine project, Dome-Tech recommends commissioning a more detailed study.
Wind Turbine Economics
Building
Integrated
Ground Mount
5 kW
Ground
Mount 50 kW
Gross Installation Cost Estimate $130,000 $62,400 $250,000
NJJ SSB Rebate $47,498 $37,483 $98,436
Net Installation Cost Estimate $82,502 $24,917 $151,564
Annual Energy Savings $2,405 $1,898 $17,896
Simple Payback 34.3 yrs. 13.1 yrs. 8.5 yrs.
System Capacity 20 kW 10 kW 50 kW
Annual Avoided Energy Use 14,843 kWh 11,713 kWh 110,472 kWh
Annual CO2 Emmisions, Therms 5 4 39
% of Annual Electric Use* 1.8% 1.4% 13.3%
Pequannock High School: 831040 kWh/Year.
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Solar Photovoltaic
Solar Photovoltaic
Sunlight can be converted into electricity using photovoltaics (PV).
A solar cell or photovoltaic cell is a device that converts sunlight directly into electricity.
Photons in sunlight hit the solar panel and are absorbed by semiconducting materials, such as silicon. Electrons are knocked loose from their atoms, allowing them to flow through the material to produce electricity.
Solar cells are often electrically connected and encapsulated as a module, in series, creating an additive voltage. The modules are connected in an array. The power output of an array is measured in watts or kilowatts, and typical energy needs are measured in kilowatt-hours.
Can be recommended in this application for placement on additional schools / areas.
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Solar Photovoltaic
Solar Photovoltaic SystemsInstall Roof Mount Solar Photovoltaic System(s)
PEQUANNOCK HIGH SCHOOL
Assumptions
System Capacity, kw-dc (maximum utilization of roof space) 481 kw dc
Estimated Annual AC Energy Produced by Proposed Solar PV System 506,997 kwh
Total Annual Facility Electric Use, kwhrs 831,040 kwh
Proposed % of Total Annual kWh supplied by Solar PV 61%
All-In Rate for Electric Year 1 $0.167 / kwh
Year 1 Electric Cost Savings $84,669
Year 1 Maintenance Costs $9,620
Estimated Year 1 SREC Value: $640 / SREC
Estimated Year 1 SREC Revenue: $324,311
Financial Results
Actual Payback 8.0 years
IRR (25 Years) 10.3%
Net Present Value (25 yrs, 8% discount rate) $465,808
Cost and Rebate / Tax Incentives
Cost per kW installed $6,000
System Installed Cost (does not include value of tax credits) $2,886,132
System Capacity (kW) Coverage (Square Feet) No. of Panels Annual Output (kWh)
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Solar Photovoltaic
Solar Photovoltaic SystemsInstall Roof Mount Solar Photovoltaic System(s)
PEQUANNOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Assumptions
System Capacity, kw-dc (maximum utilization of roof space) 207 kw dc
Estimated Annual AC Energy Produced by Proposed Solar PV System 217,863 kwh
Total Annual Facility Electric Use, kwhrs 501,320 kwh
Proposed % of Total Annual kWh supplied by Solar PV 43%
All-In Rate for Electric Year 1 $0.167 / kwh
Year 1 Electric Cost Savings $36,383
Year 1 Maintenance Costs $4,134
Estimated Year 1 SREC Value: $640 / SREC
Estimated Year 1 SREC Revenue: $139,360
Financial Results
Actual Payback 8.0 years
IRR (25 Years) 10.3%
Net Present Value (25 yrs, 8% discount rate) $200,163
Cost and Rebate / Tax Incentives
Cost per kW installed $6,000
System Installed Cost (does not include value of tax credits) $1,240,206
System Capacity (kW) Coverage (Square Feet) No. of Panels Annual Output (kWh)
Roof Mount 207 3,931 899 217,863
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Solar Photovoltaic
Solar Photovoltaic SystemsInstall Roof Mount Solar Photovoltaic System(s)
HILLVIEW SCHOOL
Assumptions
System Capacity, kw-dc (maximum utilization of roof space) 219 kw dc
Estimated Annual AC Energy Produced by Proposed Solar PV System 231,138 kwh
Total Annual Facility Electric Use, kwhrs 235,280 kwh
Proposed % of Total Annual kWh supplied by Solar PV 98%
All-In Rate for Electric Year 1 $0.167 / kwh
Year 1 Electric Cost Savings $38,600
Year 1 Maintenance Costs $4,386
Estimated Year 1 SREC Value: $640 / SREC
Estimated Year 1 SREC Revenue: $147,852
Financial Results
Actual Payback 8.0 years
IRR (25 Years) 10.3%
Net Present Value (25 yrs, 8% discount rate) $212,360
Cost and Rebate / Tax Incentives
Cost per kW installed $6,000
System Installed Cost (does not include value of tax credits) $1,315,775
System Capacity (kW) Coverage (Square Feet) No. of Panels Annual Output (kWh)
Roof Mount 219 3,931 953 231,138
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Solar Photovoltaic
Solar Photovoltaic SystemsInstall Roof Mount Solar Photovoltaic System(s)
NORTH BOULEVARD
Assumptions
System Capacity, kw-dc (maximum utilization of roof space) 242 kw dc
Estimated Annual AC Energy Produced by Proposed Solar PV System 255,426 kwh
Total Annual Facility Electric Use, kwhrs 266,640 kwh
Proposed % of Total Annual kWh supplied by Solar PV 96%
All-In Rate for Electric Year 1 $0.167 / kwh
Year 1 Electric Cost Savings $42,656
Year 1 Maintenance Costs $4,847
Estimated Year 1 SREC Value: $640 / SREC
Estimated Year 1 SREC Revenue: $163,388
Financial Results
Actual Payback 8.0 years
IRR (25 Years) 10.3%
Net Present Value (25 yrs, 8% discount rate) $234,675
Cost and Rebate / Tax Incentives
Cost per kW installed $6,000
System Installed Cost (does not include value of tax credits) $1,454,037
System Capacity (kW) Coverage (Square Feet) No. of Panels Annual Output (kWh)
Roof Mount 242 3,931 1,054 255,426Page 47
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Solar Photovoltaic
Solar Photovoltaic Systems
System Capacity (kW) Coverage (Square Feet) No. of Panels Annual Output (kWh)
Roof Mount 54 3931 237 57,393
Install Roof Mount Solar Photovoltaic System(s)
SJ GERACE
Assumptions
System Capacity, kw-dc (maximum utilization of roof space) 54 kw dc
Estimated Annual AC Energy Produced by Proposed Solar PV System 57,393 kwh
Total Annual Facility Electric Use, kwhrs 234,080 kwh
Proposed % of Total Annual kWh supplied by Solar PV 25%
All-In Rate for Electric Year 1 $0.167 / kwh
Year 1 Electric Cost Savings $9,585
Year 1 Maintenance Costs $1,089
Estimated Year 1 SREC Value: $640 / SREC
Estimated Year 1 SREC Revenue: $36,713
Financial Results
Actual Payback 8.0 years
IRR (25 Years) 10.3%
Net Present Value (25 yrs, 8% discount rate) $52,730
Cost and Rebate / Tax Incentives
Cost per kW installed $6,000
System Installed Cost (does not include value of tax credits) $326,715
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Renewable Energy Technologies: Solar Photovoltaic
Non-Financial Benefits of Solar PV The implementation of solar PV projects at
Pequannock Township School District would
place your facilities at the forefront of
renewable energy utilization. This allows the
District the opportunity to not only gain
experience with this energy technology, but
also to win recognition as an environmentally
sensitive, socially conscience institution.
Additionally, these projects could be
incorporated into science education and
additional curriculums to raise awareness of
current energy alternatives to the younger
generations.
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Renewable Energy Technologies: CHP/Cogeneration
CHP (combined heat and power) or cogeneration is the use of a heat engine to simultaneously generate both electricity and useful heat.
Fuel Cells are electrochemical conversion devices that operate by catalysis, separation the protons and the electrons of the reactant fuel, and forcing the electrons to travel through a circuit to produce electricity. The catalyst is typically a platinum group metal or alloy. Another catalytic process takes the electrons back in, combining them with the protons and oxidant, producing waste products (usually water and carbon dioxide).
Microturbines are rotary engines that extract energy from a flow of combustion gas. They can be used with absorption chillers to provide cooling through waste heat rather than electricity. Microturbines are best suited for facilities with year-round thermal and/or cooling loads.
Not recommended for Pequannock Township Schools due to the lack of thermal requirements in the summertime.
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Utility Tariff and Rate Review: Electricity
Accounts and Rate Class: Pequannock Board of Education has five facilities with five
electric accounts with service behind Jersey Central Power & Light Company under rate
classes General Service Secondary 3 Phase.
Electric Consumption and Cost: Based on the one-year period studied, the total annual
electric expenditure for the District is about $342,000 and the total annual consumption is
about 2,068,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh).
Average/Effective Rate per kWh: For the one year period studied, the District’s average
monthly cost per kilowatt-hour ranged from 15.45 ¢/kWh to 19.29 ¢/kWh, inclusive of utility
delivery charges. The District’s overall, average cost per kilowatt-hour during this period was
16.58 ¢/kWh.
o Note that these average electric rates are “all–inclusive”; that is, they include all supply service
(generation and commodity-related) charges, as well as all delivery service charges. The supply
service charges typically represent the majority (60-80%) of the total monthly bill. It is the supply
portion of your bill that is deregulated, which is discussed on subsequent slides in this section.
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Utility Tariff and Rate Review: Natural Gas
Accounts and Rate Class: Pequannock Board of Education has five facilities with five
natural gas accounts behind Public Service Electric and Gas Company under rate classes
Large Volume Gas (LVG).
Natural Gas Consumption and Cost: Based on the one-year period studied, the total
annual natural gas expenditure for the District is about $402,000 and the total annual
consumption is about 292,000 therms (th). Natural gas is used predominantly throughout the
winter period for heating purposes.
Average/Effective Rate per Therm: For the one year period studied, the District’s average
cost per therm ranged from $0.90 to $4.55 per therm, inclusive of utility delivery charges. The
District’s overall, average cost per therm during this period was $1.51 per therm.
o Note that these average natural gas rates are “all–inclusive”; that is, they include all supply service
(interstate transportation and commodity-related) charges, as well as all delivery service charges. The
supply service charges typically represent the majority (60-80%) of the total monthly bill. It is the supply
portion of your bill that is deregulated, which is discussed on subsequent slides in this section.
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Utility Deregulation in New Jersey: Background and Retail Energy Purchasing
In August 2003, per the Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act [N.J.S.A 48:3-49], the
State of New Jersey deregulated its electric marketplace thus making it possible for customers
to shop for a third-party (someone other than the utility) supplier of retail electricity.
Per this process, every single electric account for every customer in New Jersey was placed
into one of two categories: BGS-FP or BGS-CIEP. BGS-FP stands for Basic Generation
Service-Fixed Price; BGS-CIEP stands for Basic Generation Service-Commercial and
Industrial Energy Pricing.
At its first pass, this categorization of accounts was based on rate class. The largest electric
accounts in the State (those served under a Primary or a Transmission-level rate class) were
moved into BGS-CIEP pricing. All other accounts (the vast majority of accounts in the State of
New Jersey, including residential) were placed in the BGS-FP category, receiving default
electric supply service from the utility.
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has continued to move new large energy
users from the BGS-FP category into the BGS-CIEP category by lowering the demand (kW)
threshold for electric accounts receiving Secondary service. Several years ago, this threshold
started at 1,500kW; now, it has come down to 1,000 kW. So, if an account’s “peak load share”
(as assigned by the utility) is less than 1,000 kW, then that facility/account is in the BGS-FP
category. If you are unsure, you may contact Dome-tech for assistance.
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Utility Deregulation in New Jersey: Background and Retail Energy Purchasing (cont.)
There are at least 3 important differentiating factors to note about each rate category:
1. The rate structure for BGS-FP accounts and for BGS-CIEP accounts varies.
2. The “do-nothing” option (ie, what happens when you don’t shop for retail energy) varies.
3. The decision about whether, and why, to shop for a retail provider varies.
Secondary (small to medium) Electric Accounts:
o BGS-FP rate schedules for all utilities are set, and re-set, each year. Per the results of our State’s BGS
Auction process, held each February, new utility default rates go into effect every year on June 1st. The
BGS-FP rates become each customer’s default rates, and they dictate a customer’s “Price to Compare”
(benchmark) for shopping purposes. To learn more about the BGS Auction process, please go to
www.bgs-auction.com.
o A customer’s decision about whether to buy energy from a retail energy supplier is, therefore, dependent
upon whether a supplier can offer rates that are lower than the utility’s (default) Price to Compare. In
2009, and for the first time in several years, many BGS-FP customers have “switched” from the utility to
a retail energy supplier because there have been savings. This may be the same case in 2010.
Primary (large) Electric Accounts:
o The BGS-CIEP category is quite different. There are two main features to note about BGS-CIEP
accounts that do not switch to a retail supplier for service. The first is that they pay an hourly market
rate for energy; the second is that these accounts also pay a “retail margin adder” of $0.0053/kWh. For
these large accounts, this retail adder can amount to tens of thousands of dollars. The adder is
eliminated when a customer switches to a retail supplier for service.
o For BGS-CIEP accounts, the retail adder makes a customer’s decision about whether to switch
relatively simple. However, the process of setting forth a buying strategy can be complex, which is why
many public entities seek professional assistance when shopping for energy.
o For more information concerning hourly electric market prices for our region, please refer to
www.pjm.com.
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Utility Deregulation in New Jersey: Background and Retail Energy Purchasing (cont.)
Natural Gas Accounts:
o The natural gas market in New Jersey is also deregulated. Unlike the electric market, there are no
“penalties”, or “adders”, for not shopping for natural gas. Most customers that remain with the utility for
natural gas service pay rates that are market-based and that fluctuate on a monthly basis. While natural
gas is a commodity that is exceptionally volatile and that is traded minute-by-minute during open trading
sessions, market rates are “settled” each month, 3 business days prior to the subsequent month (this is
called the “prompt month”). Customers that do not shop for a natural gas supplier will typically pay this
monthly settlement rate to the utility, plus other costs that are necessary to bring gas from Louisiana up
to New Jersey and ultimately to your facility.
o For additional information about natural gas trading and current market futures rates for various
commodities, you can refer to www.nymex.com.
o A customer’s decision about whether to buy natural gas from a retail supplier is typically dependent
upon whether a customer seeks budget certainty and/or longer-term rate stability. Customers can
secure longer-term fixed prices by enlisting a retail natural gas supplier. Many larger natural gas
customers also seek the assistance of a professional consultant to assist in their procurement process.
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Retail Energy Purchasing: Recommendations and Resources
Electric
o Based on current and recent market conditions, and actual bid processes run by Dome-Tech for various
clients during spring of 2010, we have seen customers with BGS-FP accounts save approximately 10-
20% in projected energy costs by switching to retail energy supplier. The District could secure this type
of agreement, this could represent an annual savings of approximately $50,000 for the larger accounts
at the District. It is important to note that actual rates and potential savings will be dependent on several
factors, including market conditions, account usage characteristics/load profile (load factor), volume, and
contract term.
Natural Gas
o Based on current and recent market conditions, and actual bid processes run by Dome-Tech for various
clients during spring of 2010, we have seen many customers entering into longer-term contracts for
fixed natural gas rates. These rates vary substantially based on load type, volume, and term. For the
period studies, the District was utilizing Hess Corporation as a third party supplier for natural gas a fixed
rate averaging $1.20 per therm.
Energy Purchasing Co-Operatives
Many public entities participate in various energy aggregation buying groups. Sometimes, an entity will
have multiple options to choose from. These might include purchasing through a County co-operative,
or purchasing through a trade-type association (for instance, many schools participate in NJASBO’s
ACES program). Co-operative purchasing may not necessarily get you the lowest rates; however, there
is often substantial volume, and it can represent a good alternative for entities with limited energy
consumption who can have a difficult time getting energy suppliers to respond to them on a direct,
singular basis.
To determine whether a savings opportunity currently exists for your entity, or for guidance on how to get
started, you may contact Dome-Tech to discuss. There is also additional information provided below.
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Retail Energy Purchasing: Recommendations and Resources (cont.)
To learn more about energy deregulation, visit the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities website:
www.bpu.state.nj.us
For more information about the retail energy supply companies that are licensed and registered
to serve customers in New Jersey, visit the following website for more information:
http://www.bpu.state.nj.us/bpu/commercial/shopping.html
Provided below is a list of NJ BPU-licensed retail energy suppliers:
Company Electricity Natural Gas Website
Hess X X hess.com
Sprague X X spragueenergy.com
UGI X X ugienergyservices.com
South Jersey Energy X X southjerseyenergy.com
Direct X X directenergy.com
Global X X globalp.com
Liberty X libertpowercorp.cm
ConEd Solutions X conedsolutions.com
Constellation X newenergy.com
Glacial X glacialenergy.com
Integrys X integrysenergy.com
Suez X suezenergyresources.com
Sempra X semprasolutions.com
Woodruff X woodruffenergy.com
Mx Energy X mxenergy.com
Hudson X hudsonenergyservices.com
Great Eastern X greateasterngas.com
*Note: Not every Supplier serves customers in all utility territories within New Jersey.
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Historical Energy Futures Settlement Prices
Below please find graphs that show the last several years’ worth of market settlement prices for both natural gas and
electricity. Each of these graphs shows the average closing prices of a rolling 12-month period of energy futures
prices. The graphs are representative of the commodity, alone; they do not include any of the additional components
(capacity, transmission, ancillary services, etc.) that comprise a retail energy price. They are meant to provide an
indication of the level of pricing that a particular customer might expect to see, but the graphs do not account for the
specific load profile of any individual energy user.
Henry Hub 12 month strip PJM West 12 month strip
PJM West Electricity - 12 Month Strip
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Potential Project Funding Sources
Through the NJ Clean Energy program, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities currently
offers a variety of subsidies or rebates for many of the project types outlined in this report.
More detailed information can be found at: www.njcleanenergy.com
NJ Smart Start Buildings – Equipment Rebates noted in ECMs where available.Equipment Rebates - Water Heaters, Lighting, Lighting Controls/Sensors, Chillers, Boilers, Heat
pumps, Air conditioners, Energy Mgmt. Systems/Building Controls, Motors, Motor-ASDs/VSDs,
Custom/Others http://www.njcleanenergy.com/commercial-industrial/programs/nj-smartstart-
buildings/nj-smartstart-buildings
Pay for Performance Program – Performance-Based Incentives for installations.
Provides up to 50% of total project costs. Based on findings in this study, up to $253,000 in
incentives for project implementation could be provided under this program. A minimum
reduction target of 15% compared to baseline must be achieved. Energy modeling of building and
systems and energy reduction plan is required (incentives provided to pay for part of study costs.)
Energy Savings Improvement Program (ESIP) Public entities can contract with energy
saving companies in up to 20-year lease purchases enabling public entities to implement energy
conservation measures to their facilities and pay for the costs using the value of energy savings that
result from the improvements. The Energy saving companies (ESCO) would assist in bypassing large
upfront costs to the entity.
www.nj.gov/dca/lgs/lfns/09lfns/2009-11.doc
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Potential Project Funding Sources (continued)
Clean Energy Solutions Capital Investment Loan/GrantThe EDA offers up to $5 million in interest-free loans and grants to promote the concept of "going
green" in New Jersey. Under this program, scoring criteria based on the project's environmental and
economic development impact determines the percentage split of loan and grant awarded. Funding
can be used to purchase fixed assets, including real estate and equipment, for an end-use energy
efficiency project, combined heat and power (CHP or cogen) production facility, or new state-of-the-art
efficient electric generation facility, including Class I and Class II renewable Energy.
http://www.njeda.com/web/Aspx_pg/Templates/Npic_Text.aspx?Doc_Id=1078&menuid=1360&topid=72
2&levelid=6&midid=1357
Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREBs) – For Renewable Energy ProjectsFederal Loan Program for Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics, Landfill Gas, Wind, Biomass,
Hydroelectric, Geothermal Electric, Municipal Solid Waste, Hydrokinetic Power, Anaerobic Digestion,
Tidal Energy, Wave Energy, Ocean Thermal
http://www.irs.gov/irb/2007-14_IRB/ar17.html
Renewable funding for PV & wind, plus federal credits currently available: http://www.njcleanenergy.com/renewable-energy/programs/renewable-energy-incentive-
program/applications-and-e-forms-renewable-ener
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Potential Project Funding Sources (continued)
Direct Install Program – NJ Clean Energy makes the investment in energy efficiency upgrades by
initially covering 80% of the cost to install the recommended energy efficiency measures. If eligible, the
entity will pay ONLY 20% of the total cost to install the energy efficiency measures.
http://www.njcleanenergy.com/commercial-industrial/programs/direct-install
We encourage you to contact the program directly for further information on this particular program for the
following buildings: Pequannock Middle School, Hillview, North Boulevard & SJ Grace School.
Steps to Participate for Buildings under 200KW / month
1. CONTACT THE PARTICIPATING CONTRACTOR IN YOUR AREA
Identify the contractor assigned and trained to provide Direct Install services in the county where your project is located. Using the contact
information provided, call or email the Participating Contractor to discuss your project. The contractor will schedule an Energy Assessment and work
with you to complete the Program Application and Participation Agreement. If you’re unable to contact the Participating Contractor or have
questions, you may contact us at 866-NJSMART or send an e-mail to [email protected]..
2. REVIEW RESULTS
After the Energy Assessment, the contractor will review results with you, including what measures qualify and your share of the project cost.
3. DECIDE TO MOVE FORWARD
You will sign a Scope of Work document to proceed with implementation of qualifying measures.
4. ARRANGE INSTALLATION
You and the Participating Contractor will set a convenient start date for the installation.
5. CONFIRM INSTALLATION
Once the Participating Contractor completes the installation, you accept the work by signing a Project Completion Form. A program representative
will approve the project as complete.
6. COMPLETE TRANSACTION
You pay the Participating Contractor your share of the project cost and the program pays its share.
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Next Steps
The following projects should be considered for implementation:
Install destratification fans in High Bay for winter use
Install / upgrade pipe insulation
Lighting upgrades
Vending machine power management
At EOL, upgrade to premium efficiency equipment
At EOL, upgrade to Energy Star models for kitchen equipment
Start Energy Awareness Program
Energy Procurement (Electricity & Gas)
Note that additional “Phase 2” engineering may be required to further develop these projects, to
bring them to bidding and implementation.
Consider applying for Direct Install or Pay-For-Performance Program
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