Ever wonder how new energy-saving technologies go from expensive and unproven to the industry standard? In this edition of Technology Tuesdays, we break down the role EE programs play in that journey — reducing risk for early adopters, driving down costs through incentives, and ultimately paving the way for technologies to become mainstream (and even codified into standards like Title 24).

As a practitioner of energy efficiency (EE), I often take it for granted that everyday folks understand not only the importance of EE programs but also the role they play in advancing technologies. Did YOU know that EE programs drive technological innovation? One could argue that one of the primary purposes of EE programs is to advance EE technology. To understand this, let’s talk about EE programs and what they aim to accomplish.

 Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN) is offering incentives for HVAC equipment through the Streamlined Savings Pathway Program. Public agencies can take advantage of these incentives, which will help you streamline your operations and maintenance while saving energy and money.

When we think about it, the coordination required to deliver IDSM demands cooperation, understanding, and balance. Everyone and everything has to play their part just so. To achieve a true IDSM approach for portfolios technologies have to be in sync or, as it were, *NSYNC.