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Revitalizing the Economy By Renewing our Homes. . The 3 E’s in Action!. What is America’s Largest Source of Carbon Emissions?. Carbon Dioxide Emissions From Fossil Fuel Combustion. Residential Buildings. Industrial. 21%. Buildings. Passenger Cars. 11.5%. Transportation.
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Revitalizing the Economy By Renewing our Homes . The 3 E’s in Action!
What is America’s Largest Source ofCarbon Emissions? Carbon Dioxide Emissions From Fossil Fuel Combustion Residential Buildings Industrial 21% Buildings Passenger Cars 11.5% Transportation http://www.pewclimate.org/docUploads/ustransp.pdf http://www.pewcenteronthestates.org/uploadedFiles/Climate%20Change%20101,%20Technological%20Solutions.pdf
2030 Nationwide Goal:25% Reduction in Residential Energy • CLIMATE: • Equivalent to taking ½ of all passenger cars off the road • JOBS: • 1.25 million direct contracting jobs • ENERGY: • Save as much energy as US imports yearly from Saudi Arabia • COMMUNITY: • Keep energy dollars local and create an annuity
Energy Upgrade California Revitalizing the Economy by Renewing our Homes October 21, 2010
Energy Upgrade California Statewide residential energy efficiency program
Statewide Collaboration • $133 million State Energy Program (SEP) & ARRA • $116 million from Investor Owned Utility (IOU) • $30 million for Retrofit Ramp-up (ARRA) • $13 million from Workforce Investment Act (WIA) • Significant funds from local governments EECBG and WIA funds
Program Overview One-stop shop • Benefits of Energy Upgrades • Rebates • Finding a qualified contractor • Workforce training • Call Center (ABAG) ENERGY UPGRADE CALIFORNIA
Program Status October 2010 • PG&E pilot phase • Rebates available now • $1,000 for Basic Package • Up to $3,500 for Advanced Package • Program implementer is CBPCA (may change)
Basic Package Upgrades • Air Sealing • Duct Sealing • Attic Insulation • Pipe Insulation • Low-Flow Showerhead • Combustion Safety Test Simple bundle Cost-effective Fundamentals $1,000 rebate
Stop Leaks Air Sealing Keeps the air you want in; Keeps outside air out Duct Sealing Air flows where it should
Insulating Attic Insulation Keeps home comfortable Pipe Insulation Maintains water temperature
Additional Low-Flow Showerhead Saves hot water Lowers water heating costs Combustion Safety Ensures safety Tested before and after
Advanced Package • Focused on performance • Customized to your home $1,500 - $3,500 rebate based on energy savings
Advanced Package • Begins with an Energy Assessment • Basic fundamentals + (examples) High efficiency furnace or AC Window Replacements Water Heater
To Get Started • Visit CBPCA.org • Contact a PG&E qualified contractor
Questions? Margot Grant Outreach & Marketing Coordinator mgrant@co.sanmateo.ca.us (650) 363-1947
Purpose • Educate homeowners • Energy Efficiency Principles • How it affects them • Encourage action
How • Energy Ambassador Party • Presentations • Internship • Free Personal Energy Review
Energy Ambassador Party • What • Analysis of your home • Present case study • A good time • Why • A great reason for a party • Be a Leader • Learn about your home • Upgrade your home
Energy Evaluation $400 • Sign up at a party - $100 off • Host a party – Additional $100 off • Your Commitment • Open up your home • Invite your network • Our Commitment • Party Planning • Refreshments • Discount on Retrofit
Questions? Michael Carpol Energy Ambassador Program Coordinator michael@sustainablesanmateo.org (650) 638-2323 http://www.sustainabilityhub.net/contest/energy-ambassador-home/