Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting of the Resource Management Commission

Agenda — original pdf

REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION January 16, 2024 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. AGENDA Charlotte Davis Trey Farmer GeNell Gary Shane Johnson Members: Louis Stone, Chair Paul Robbins, Vice Chair Kate Bren Melissa Carugati CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chelsey Scaffidi Alison Silverstein Vacant 1. Approve the minutes of the Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on November 14, 2023. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approving an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Austin Energy Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance 20230816-008) to accept and appropriate $855,340 in grant funds from the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant, a funding opportunity from the Office of State and Community Energy Programs at the U.S. Department of Energy for Austin Energy Commercial Energy Efficiency Services Programs. 3. Recommend approving issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers West, LP, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 1600 East 3rd Street, Buildings 1, 2, and 3, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $251,140. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322- 6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . 4. Discussion on repurposing the GreenChoice Program. (Sponsors: Robbins, Stone, …

Customer Energy Solutions FY 24 Savings Report — original pdf

Non-Public - AE# Customer Energy Solutions FY24 YTD MW Savings Report As of November 2023 EES- Appliance Efficiency Program EES- Home Performance ES - Rebate EES- AE Weatherization & CAP Weatherization - D.I. * EES- School Based Education * EES- Strategic Partnership Between Utilities & Retailers * EES- Multifamily Rebates EES- Multifamily WX-D.I.+ EES- Commercial Rebate EES- Small Business Energy Efficiency TOTAL Demand Response (DR) - Annual Incremental DR- Power Partner DR- Commercial Demand Response (frmly Load Coop) Demand Response (DR) TOTAL Green Building GB- Residential Ratings GB- Residential Energy Code GB- Multifamily Ratings GB- Multifamily Energy Code GB- Commercial Ratings GB- Commercial Energy Code Green Building TOTAL CES MW Savings Grand TOTAL Residential Totals Commercial Totals 12 Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date MW Goal 2.60 0.90 0.44 0.30 1.75 0.65 1.00 6.00 2.00 15.64 MW Goal 6.40 2.00 8.40 MW Goal 0.26 1.63 3.00 6.00 4.20 3.90 19.00 MW To Date 0.36 0.06 0.04 0.04 0.32 0.36 0.44 0.83 0.02 2.47 MW To Date 3.33 3.33 MW To Date 0.07 0.31 0.44 1.01 1.70 0.86 4.39 Percentage 14% 6% 9% 14% 18% 56% 44% 14% 1% Percentage 52% 0% Percentage 27% 19% 15% 17% 41% 22% Customers Customers Customers Products Products Apartments Apartments Customers Customers Devices Customers Customers Customers Dwellings Dwellings 1,000 sf 1,000 sf Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date Rebate Budget Spent to Date 677.78 78.22 70.09 225.13 1,141.76 891.86 2,078.89 46.56 5,210.29 0 0.00 82 430 505 1,292 2,172 2,786 7,266 508 56 55 1,003 32,238 1,461 1,292 22 2 4,399 2,344 2,344 85 397 948 1,852 1,098 2,491 3,282 0 Rebate Budget $ 1,500,000 $ 1,600,000 $ 2,577,000 $ 350,000 $ 1,250,000 $ 900,000 $ 1,800,000 $ 2,250,000 $ 1,100,000 $ 13,327,000 Spent to Date $ 220,234 $ 96,065 $ 364,599 $ 49,518 $ 150,316 $ 662,819 $ 518,306 $ 536,929 $ 11,989 $ 2,610,775 Rebate Budget $ 1,600,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 3,600,000 $ 254,230 $ 254,230 $ 9,300 $ 47,000 $ 56,300.00 $ - 0 $ - $ - MW Goal 43.04 MW To Date 10.20 Percentage Participant Type Participants To Date MWh To Date 10,025 12,476.44 Rebate Budget $ 16,983,300 Spent to Date $ 2,865,005 15.93 19.11 5.33 12.01 33% 63% 39,439 6,389 3596.66 6778.33 $ $ 11,577,000 2,058,425 $ $ 2,316,087 3,350,000 Thermal Energy Storage TOTAL 0.00 0.00 1/10/2024 …

Item 2- RCA: Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant — original pdf

..Title Posting Language Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Austin Energy Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance 20230816-008) to accept and appropriate $855,340 in grant funds from the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant, a funding opportunity from the Office of State and Community Energy Programs at the U.S. Department of Energy for Austin Energy Commercial Energy Efficiency Services Programs. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Prior Council Action: Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $855,340 is available from the Department of Energy. No city funding match is required. A fiscal note is attached. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Local Government Issues Director (512) 322-6087; Joseph Teng, Manager, Energy Efficiency Services (512)-482-5439 Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 16, 2024- To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: In November 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded the City of Austin (Austin Energy or AE) a $855,340 agreement for a two-year Energy Efficiency Community Block Grant (EECBG) program funded by the U.S. Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP). Austin Energy is committed to using these funds at community-facing City-owned facilities. The objective of these funds is to accelerate energy efficiency projects at City of Austin community-facing facilities. Over the next two years, the utility will work with City staff to identify and implement energy efficiency upgrades at the Austin Public Library, Austin Public Health, and Parks and Recreation Department facilities. Improvements to HVAC equipment, building envelope, lighting, and other building systems will reduce energy use, produce fewer greenhouse gases, and enhance facility comfort. Austin Energy expects to administer this grant funding with existing Commercial Energy Efficiency program staff and guidelines. Austin Energy has a long history of providing energy-efficiency incentives in the community to ensure clean, affordable, and reliable electricity – and reduce the need to build new fossil-fuel powerplants. Because of Austin’s emphasis on conservation and protecting the environment, Austin Energy’s energy-efficiency programs have garnered national attention and became a model for the federal government’s ENERGY STAR program. Currently, Austin Energy targets carbon-free generation by 2035 to support the City of Austin’s efforts towards our community-wide goals to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, as outlined in the Austin Community Climate Plan. Grant funds help Austin Energy meet these carbon reduction targets that benefit the climate and community and is part of the utility’s strategy to lead the clean- energy …

Item 3- RCA: Capacity Based Incentive — original pdf

..Title Posting Language Approve issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers West, LP, for the installation of solar electric systems on their facilities located at 1600 East 3rd Street, Buildings 1, 2, and 3, Austin, TX, 78702, in an amount not to exceed $251,140. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $251,140 is available in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: June 3, 2021- Council approved issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers East, located at 300 Chicon St. August 8, 2019- Council approved issuance of a capacity-based incentive to Pathways at Chalmers South, located at 1638 E 2nd St. For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director Local Government Issues (512) 322-6087; Tim Harvey, Customer Renewable Solutions Manager (512) 482-5386 Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 16, 2024 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy requests approval to issue this CBI to the Customer for the installation of solar electric system(s), detailed in the table below at their facility to produce renewable energy for on-site consumption. The table below provides a summary of the system size, cost, proposed incentive, and environmental benefits.: Solar System Details* Total System Size (kW-DC) Total System Size (kW-AC) Annual Estimated Production (kWh) Total System Cost ($) Total Incentive ($) Percent of Cost Covered 251 208 371,407 $504,034 $251,140 49.8% Environmental Benefits** and Emission Reduction Equivalencies*** Reduction of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in tons Reduction of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) in pounds Reduction of Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) in pounds Equivalency of Vehicle Miles Driven Equivalency of Cars on Austin Roadways Equivalency of Trees Planted Equivalency of Forest Acreage Added *All solar equipment meets Austin Energy program requirements ** Environmental Benefits based on the US Energy Information Association’s state-wide electricity profile *** According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator 175 260 260 406,982 35.3 2,625 189 The Pathways at Chalmers West is the third project of The Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA). Chalmers West will have 156 affordable housing units. This proposed system is estimated to offset 79% of the interconnected meters projected annual energy consumptions. The purpose of the installation is to provide affordable, renewable energy to underserved populations and leverage the Value-of-Solar benefit to reduce electric bills for the occupants of the multifamily affordable housing properties. In order …

Item 5- Briefing GreenChoice — original pdf

GreenChoice Subscription Program Tim Harvey Customer Renewable Solutions Manager January 2024 © Austin Energy Agenda 2 1 3 Milestones and Data Current Program Design Discussion and Q&A 2 GreenChoice Product Overview GreenChoice (Website) Residential and Commercial 100% for most customers 9 ‘Patron’ commercial customers subscribe to fixed blocks of energy Texas Green-e® None Program Eligible Customer Class Customer Energy Offset Geographical Boundary Third Party Certification Upfront Costs Austin Energy (CRS) Austin Energy (EMO) Wind Developer Owns/Maintains System X Issues RFPs Reviews RFPs Manages Program X X X 3 Program Milestones Batch 6 GreenChoice Batch 3 GreenChoice Batch 4.1 & 4.2 GreenChoice SmartCents BusinessCents Energizer Patron 15 GreenChoice Patron 20 GreenChoice 1998 2001 2002 2004 2006 2008 2012 2015 2017 2018 2019 2021 2023 Batch 4 GreenChoice Patron 14 GreenChoice Batch 1 & 2 GreenChoice Batch 5 GreenChoice Patron 17 GreenChoice Patron Revision GreenChoice 4 GreenChoice Participation by Customer Class (CY22) Annual Customers Annual MWhs 338, 1% 220,744.24, 22.44% 27,949, 99% 762,876.76, 77.56% Residential Commercial Residential Commercial • GreenChoice premiums for FY22 were roughly $7.3M • Green Choice premiums for FY23 were roughly $-4.5M • City of Austin properties represent 45% of GreenChoice participation • Premiums directly affect Power Supply Adjustment (PSA) charges 5 Utility Wind Assets Installed Capacity (MW) 2022 Annual Production (MWhs) Contract Expiration Date Generator Whirlwind Hackberry 59.8 165.6 184,565.78 334,098.35 Los Vientos II Whitetail Jumbo Road Los Vientos III Los Vientos IV Karankawa* Raymond* Pattern Gulf* TOTAL 201.6 92.3 299.7 200 200 206.64 200 170 1,795.64 * Wind generation used to cover retail sales for the CY22 Green-e audit 437,958.15 223,745.77 1,002,282.28 676,561.62 675,736.45 592,694.36 669,700.17 306,151.78 5,103,494.71 First Year of Commercial Operation 2007 2008 2012 2012 2015 2015 2016 2019 2020 2021 2027 2023 2037 2037 2033 2040 2041 2034 2032 2041 • • In CY22 Austin Energy renewable generation represented 53% of total load 18.6% of wind energy produced was allocated to GreenChoice subscribers • Green-e Renewable Energy Credits must come from facilities built within 15 years of retail purchase • Renewable Energy LEED credits are only given to projects purchasing renewable energy from facilities built within the last 5 years Karankawa wind farm is located in south Texas. 124 turbines sit on 18,000 acres (owned by 65 landowners). It is owned by Avangrid Renewables and sells power to Austin Energy and Nike. Photo Credit: Chris Rank 6 Commercial GreenChoice Products BusinessCents Energizer Patron 20 …

Item 6- Briefing ECAD — original pdf

ECAD – Energy Conservation Audit Disclosure Ordinance History and Recommendations Jessica Galloway, CNUa Project Manager January 2024 ©Austin Energy Agenda ECAD ordinance background Energy Conversation Audit Disclosure Reporting requirements Operational successes Future ECAD operations Resources, questions & answers 2 Energy Conservation Audit & Disclosure First in the nation, Council adopted ECAD in 2008 to • Support the Climate Protection & Resource Generation Plan • Provide new energy usage tracking tools • Empower consumers through education • Educate professionals to integrate sustainable practices • Link to energy efficiency rebates and incentives ECAD Boundaries 3 U.S. City, County & State Policies for Existing Buildings Benchmarking, Transparency & Beyond 4 Reporting Requirements and Enforcement Within City of Austin and Austin Energy Service Area Applies to Requirements & Frequency Who's Responsible Notes Single Family Residential Multifamily Residential Commercial • Single family to quadplexes • At least 10 years old • Audit performed at time of sale • Good for 10 years • 5+ units • At least 10 years old • Commercial buildings • 10,000+ square feet Audit performed every 10 years Annual Energy benchmarking Seller Property owner/manager Property owner/manager • Variances for demolition • Various exemptions Needed prior to rebates Needed prior to rebates Violations are publicly reported to the City of Austin Municipal Courts 5 Energy Conservation Audit & Disclosure Audits Single Family Residential and Multifamily • Physical in-person audit of building and residence • Conducted by building science professionals • • Includes final recommendations tied directly to Austin Energy’s Energy Efficiency Services programs Audits stored in Austin Energy’s rebate system Data Collected • • • • Property data – legal Auditor information Property information Building information Year built Property Information • • Washer and dryer locations • • Water heater and thermostat Remodel and/or HVAC replacement Building Information • Windows • Roof • • HVAC inspection & duct testing Insulation 6 ` Tools for Residential Energy Efficient Decisions ECAD – Audit Leverage audit results to optimize use of partner programs Austin Energy • Home Performance with Energy Star® • Appliance rebates • Weatherization • Power Partner℠ thermostat • Austin Energy App • Green Building EPA – ENERGY STAR® • ENERGY STAR® Home Energy Yardstick • Assess a home’s energy efficiency • Key insights • Set goals for reducing consumption 7 Multifamily – Energy Guide • • • Produced by Austin Energy annually Property managers must make avaible to tenants and perspective …

Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline Monthly Report — original pdf

Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 12/28/2023 Figure 1: Commercial and Multifamily Project Pipeline Commercial and Small Business Multifamily 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 159 35 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 t n u o C t c e o r P j 50 113 9 11 Pre-Approval in Progress Approved: Installation and Verification Multifamily Multifamily Income Qualified Project Pipeline Notes: 2. Pipeline Definitions 1. Figures includes all leads and applications, regardless of estimated rebate amount. In coordination with the customer and contractor, Austin Energy periodically removes leads and new applications that do not proceed to Installation. a. “Pre-Approval in Progress” includes: 1) customer/contractor submitted leads; 2) applications in development but not yet submitted to Austin Energy; and 3) applications submitted to Austin Energy that are under review for eligibility and approval of project scope. b. “Approved: Installation and Verification” includes projects: 1) approved with installation underway; and 2) where installation is complete and final inspection and quality review are ongoing. c. Paid projects are listed on the preceding RMC summary table in this report. Multifamily & Commercial Project Pipeline – Monthly Report 12/28/2023 Table 1: Multifamily and Multifamily Income Qualified – Estimated RCA Project Pipeline (for estimated rebates >$72k) Program Latest Workflow Enrollment (s) # Location Name Installation Address Council District Estimated kW savings Estimated kWh savings Estimated $ Incentive Installation Lincoln Oaks 263.3 766,330 $257,806 1266038, 1279735, 1292608, 1292617 Measures Planned Phase 1 (Complete): Water Saving Devices, Phase 2 (In Progress): LED Lighting, Plenum Remediation & Seal, HVAC Tune-Up, Smart Thermostats Total # of Units 296 Installation 1277574 Buckingham Place Duplexes 743 YARSA BLVD 34.2 159,495 $74,700 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats 166 Paid 1290576 49.4 199,196 $117,626 Paid 1290573 The Aspect 234.2 351,901 $203,105 Paid 1283260 60.7 250,207 $111,670 HVAC Tune-Ups, Lighting, Smart Thermostats, Limited time bonus offerings LED Lights, Plenum Remediation & Seal, HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, ECAD incentive, MFIQ LTO items Attic Insulation, HVAC Tune-Up, Smart Thermostats, Lighting, Water Savings Devices Multifamily Installation 1281017 Multifamily Installation 1275428 305.4 669,612 $279,173 Low-E windows, Smart Thermostats, HVAC replacement 99.9 349,027 $213,038 HVAC Tune-Ups, Smart Thermostats, LED Lighting Multifamily Installation 1299445 32.7 1,687 $87,883 Attic Insulation (FY24) Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income Qualified Multifamily Income …