2012 Critical Issues Summit Energy Panel, Part II
Transcript of 2012 Critical Issues Summit Energy Panel, Part II
Alwyn A. JohnEnergy Management Coordinator
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AgendaPart I - The Basics of Energy
Management – What You Need to Know
Part II - Making Energy Performance Contracting Work for your District
Part III - Grab Long Term Benefits from your Capital Projects
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Johnson City Central Schools
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10 Year EPC relationship
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Making the Case to your BOEWhy should a school district consider an Energy
Performance Contract? Fiscally responsible
Budget Control – hedge against unpredictable future energy cost volatility Address aging infrastructure and deferred maintenance items
Tackles priority needs identified in Building Condition Surveys Preservation of community assets
Improves student learning/teaching environment
How does EPC impact the budget? Typically reduces district energy 20-30% Attracts Utility & NYSERDA incentive revenues Can create building aid revenue stream Budget neutral (or better)
Uses future energy savings to address needs today
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Financial Impact (Example)Total Program Cost: Debt service over 15 year term: $2,063,415
Associated Revenue Streams:Energy savings over 15 year term: $2,154,128Estimated Building Aid: $1,444,391Estimated Incentives (one time revenue): $107,000
Net Program Benefit: Budget relief over 15 year program term $1,642,104
Note: Given current budget constraints, districts may be able to leverage EPC to help fund additional infrastructure improvements with no local tax impact.
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How can an EPC “bridge-the-gap” for a district?
What are the keys to a successful long-term relationship between a District and an EPC contractor?
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