Energy Efficiency Programs
ISO New England Scenario Analysis Companion Report - Constructing a Future that Meets Regional Goals
To learn more about electricity issues and challenges facing the state and region please visit http://www.puc.nh.gov/Electric/Policy/Scenario_Analysis_and_Transmission.htm which includes details involving the Workshop on ISO New England Electricity Scenario Analysis & Transmission Planning for the Integration of Renewables
Reducing our energy use can be as simple as turning off the lights when you don’t need them. There are simple ways to reduce your energy use.
- For outdoor lights used for safety reasons, install motion-sensor lights that only go on when needed.
- In your office, turn off the lights when you go to a meeting or leave for lunch.
- Use compact fluorescent lights whenever possible. They use much less energy, give off less heat, and last longer than incandescent bulbs. They are available for most lighting uses, including outdoor flood lights, bathroom vanity fixtures, and kitchen lighting.
Check out the selection of compact fluorescent bulbs and fixtures at your local retailer – many of them qualify for a rebate right at the register through the statewide “Core” ratepayer-funded efficiency programs. You can also visit the “Core” website online at www.nhsaves.org to request a free catalog or shop online.
If every home in the country replaced one incandescent bulb with a compact fluorescent, we would save enough electricity to light 2.5 million households, nearly twice the population of New Hampshire! If each household replaced 10 bulbs, the energy conserved would be equivalent to taking 10 million cars off the road.
- Use energy efficient appliances.
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy whose purpose is to help consumers save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.
In 2006 alone, ENERGY STAR helped Americans reduce their energy consumption by enough to avoid greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 25 million cars and save $14 billion on their utility bills.
Energy efficient choices can save families about a third on their energy bill with similar savings of greenhouse gas emissions and without sacrificing features, style or comfort. When you look for new household products, such as lighting fixtures and bulbs as well as appliances, make an energy efficient choice. Look for those that have earned the ENERGY STAR label, which meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the EPA and US Department of Energy.
ENERGY STAR choices are available for all kinds of household appliances including dishwashers, refrigerators, clothes washers and dryers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers. ENERGY STAR also features a line of residential lighting fixtures and compact fluorescent light bulbs. ENERGY STAR even offers energy-efficient home electronic equipment such as cordless telephones, televisions and VCRs. To learn more about the ENERGY STAR program and the numerous products that are available, visit www.energystar.gov. Also, at www.nhsaves.com you can view retailers in New Hampshire that offer energy efficient products.
- Replace old appliances with energy efficient ones.
Please……. do your part!
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Statewide Energy Efficiency Program Information Center
We all contribute on our electric bills to the utility-administered statewide “Core” energy efficiency programs. You can learn more about the programs by calling your utility or checking your utility’s website, or get information at www.nhsaves.com. There is also an automated telephone line that offers brief descriptions of all of the energy efficiency programs available in New Hampshire. To reach the Statewide Energy Efficiency Program Call Center , dial toll-free, 1-866-226-2420.
Electric
Core Energy Efficiency Programs (NHPUC)
Some of the programs available are listed below:
- Home Energy Solutions – Receive a free Home Energy Assessment and up to $4,000 in rebates and incentives for qualified electric efficiency improvements. Additional funds may be available if you also qualify for the NH Weatherization Program. For more information, contact your electric utility.
- Energy Star® Lighting – Receive rebate coupons redeemable at participating retailers for Energy Star® rated light bulbs and fixtures. Receive a catalog or place an order by calling 800-NHSAVES3. Find participating lighting retailers by calling 877-366-3749. For more information, contact your electric utility.
- Energy Star® Appliance & Rebates – Receive a rebate coupon for a qualified Energy Star ® rated appliance (e.g., clothes washers, air conditioners). Contact your electric utility.
- NH Energy Star® Homes – Receive rebates or other incentives to help fund the building or renovating of a single or multi-family energy-efficient home. Contact your electric utility.
Public Service Co. of NH only
- HeatSmart – Receive a discounted rate for electricity in exchange for allowing PSNH to interrupt your electric service for up to four hours at a time in the event of an energy shortage. In order to qualify, you must have an approved, backup heating system installed (e.g., wood pellet stove, wood stove, coal stove, or electric thermal storage).
NH Electric Cooperative only
- SmartStart - Finance energy efficiency measures on your electric bill.
- Income Qualified Weatherization – Qualified households reduce energy use and costs by installing energy-efficiency improvements at no cost. For information regarding eligibility and to apply please contact your local Community Action Agency.
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Gas
Gas Energy Efficiency Conservation Programs (NHPUC)
Northern Utilities, Inc. (natural gas)
- Home Energy Assessment – Receive up to $150 toward an in-home energy assessment. Low-income consumers may receive an assessment for free.
- Weatherization Rebate – Save on the cost of installing weatherization improvements, 50% for homeowners (75% for tenants) up to $1500 towards the cost to install qualified energy improvements when performed by a professional contractor.
- Self-Install Weatherization Rebate – Receive a rebate of up to $25 per customer for qualifying weatherization measures including weather stripping, poly wrap for windows, faucet aerators, caulking, foam insulation spray, pipe insulation, and garage door seals.
- High Efficiency Heating Equipment – Save up to $800 for high-efficiency, gas-fired boilers and furnaces installed by a qualified installer.
- High Efficiency Indirect Water Heating – Receive a rebate of up to $300 when you purchase and install a qualifying, high-efficiency, natural gas indirect water heating unit.
- On-Demand Tankless Water Heating – Receive a $300 rebate when you purchase and install an on-demand tankless water heating unit.
- ENERGY STAR® Clock Thermostats – Receive a maximum rebate of $50 for the purchase of up to two ENERGY STAR® clock thermostats.
- ENERGY STAR ® Windows – Receive $10 for every ENERGY STAR ® window installed in your home.
KeySpan Energy Delivery New England (natural gas)
(formerly Energy North)
- Residential Weatherization – Receive a rebate covering 20% of the cost, up to $750, of weatherization measures installed in homes built before January 1, 1995 . Work must be performed by a KeySpan approved contractor.
- Energy Star® Clock Thermostats – Receive a maximum rebate of $50 for the purchase of up to two Energy Star® clock thermostats.
- Energy Star ® Windows – Receive $10 for every Energy Star ® window replaced in your home.
- On-Demand Tankless Water Heating – Receive a $300 rebate when you purchase and install a qualified on-demand tankless water heating unit.
- High-Efficiency Heating Equipment – Receive a rebate of up to $800 for qualifying, high-efficiency, natural gas heating equipment.
- High-Efficiency Indirect Water Heating – Receive a rebate of $300 when you purchase and install a qualifying, high-efficiency, natural gas indirect water heating unit.
- Log onto: www.keyspansaves.com to purchase energy saving products online. KeySpan customers are eligible for a 20% discount. Simply enter discount code KEYENH when you check out.
Northern Utilities: www.northernutilities.com/forhome/eneraudit.htm
Keyspan: www.keyspanenergy.com/pshome/energy/saving_nh_kednh.jsp
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Other Resources:
The NH Office of Energy and Planning, (603) 271-2155 or www.nh.gov/oep, for conservation tips and information about weatherization and financial assistance programs.
The US Department of Energy offers ideas and tips on saving money and energy at 1-800-dial-DOE or www.energy.gov.
Home Energy Saver. Amongst other valuable resources on this site is a helpful energy calculator to determine your energy usage in your home. Please visit http://hes.lbl.gov to calculate your energy use now.
Learn how to save energy in your home and teach your kids with this kid friendly website that has games for the kids (and you) to play www.energyhog.org
Take the 6° degree energy challenge at http://www.6degreechallenge.com.
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Energy Policy Act of 2005:
When building, remodeling or buying new appliances, you may be entitled to certain credits or rebates. For example, you could get a rebate for purchasing Energy Star appliances or installing energy efficient windows, or you may be eligible for tax relief for energy efficient investments as a result of the new Federal Energy Policy Act of 2005. A good resource for the learning more about the financial incentives available to the consumer from the new Federal Energy Policy Act of 2005 is the US Department of Energy at www.energy.gov.
On April 24, 2006, the Commission opened a docket (DE 06-061) to consider five new federal energy standards created under the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct). EPAct requires that each state PUC make specific determinations as to whether implementation of the standards is appropriate, or if the state has already made progress in the area covered by the standard through prior state action. The Commission has to making its findings on the first two standards in 2007, and on the last three in 2008. The standards are:
- Interconnection
- Time-Based Metering Communications (or "Smart Metering")
- Net Metering
- Fuel Diversity
- Fossil Fuel Generation Efficiency
The Commission is focusing on the first two standards this fall, and several parties have filed initial comments. The parties and Staff filed reply comments on November 3 rd and we await Commission action on the first two issues. The last three issues will be addressed in 2008.
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