Item 8: CenterPoint Energy Efficiency Rate Tariff — original pdf

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Natural Gas Energy Efficiency Pilot Proposal Austin, TX Resource Management Commission November 16, 2021 Overview Purpose of Pilot CenterPoint Energy proposes to introduce targeted program offerings that will deliver cost- effective energy savings, promote awareness of energy conservation, and provide customers in Austin Texas with opportunities to reduce natural gas usage in their homes and businesses. • Specific Objectives affordability of energy; • Reduce end-use natural gas consumption to conserve resources and improve • Provide environmental benefits by influencing the use of energy efficient equipment and technology that reduces carbon dioxide emissions and other greenhouse gases; and • Promote energy-conscious attitudes and behaviors that support energy conservation and sustainability 2 Overview Pilot Development The Pilot is designed with a “Quick-Start” approach and offers programs that can be implemented with minimal budget and complexity while still providing cost-effective energy-savings opportunities to customers. • Factors Evaluated in Pilot Design Identify programs best suited for a small-scale pilot Develop measure level energy savings Develop cost projections Evaluate cost-effectiveness Determine the most effective marketing and delivery channels • Proposed Program Offerings Prescriptive Equipment Rebates DIY Home Conservation Improvement Products Commercial Direct Install Equipment • • • • • • • • 3 Overview Pilot Plan Summary • Projections Budget: $20,114 Annual Energy Savings: 9,581 Ccf Net Economic Benefits: $41,616 • Implementation Period • Twelve-month pilot (January 2022 – December 2022) • Funding • • • • The Company seeks to recover program costs concurrently with implementation of the pilot through a ratepayer funded mechanism. 4 High Efficiency Equipment Rebates Description The High-Efficiency Equipment Rebates program is designed to promote energy-efficient solutions to residential, and commercial customers by offering incentives for the purchase and installation of new high-efficiency natural gas equipment. • Eligible Equipment Equipment Efficiency Customer Rebate Natural Gas Force Air Furnace 95% AFUE or Higher Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater .87 UEF or Higher Natural Gas Storage Tank Water Heater .70 UEF or Higher Smart Thermostat ENERGY STAR Qualified $600 $350 $100 $50 • Program Projections Budget: $10,500 • • • • Annual Energy Savings: 2,306 Ccf Net Economic Benefits: $18,854 Participating Customers: 40 5 Home Conservation Improvement Products Description CenterPoint Energy’s Home Conservation Improvement Products program will provide free water and energy saving equipment to residential customers. • Eligible Equipment Low-Flow Showerheads Low-Flow Kitchen Faucet Aerators Low-Flow Bathroom Faucet Aerators • Program Projections Budget: $2,989 Annual Energy Savings: 890 Ccf Net Economic Benefits: $3,853 Participating Customers: 65 • • • • • • • 6 Commercial Direct Install Program Description The Commercial Direct Install Program is a turn-key equipment replacement program that will offer energy saving equipment to commercial facilities. • Eligible Equipment Low-Flow Aerators Pre-Rinse Spray Valves • Program Projections Budget: $6,625 Annual Energy Savings: 6,386 Ccf Net Economic Benefits: $18,909 Participating Customers: 4-5 • • • • • • 7