Looking ahead, DERs offer an exciting opportunity for California to expand its utilization of renewable and zero-carbon energy sources while driving the electrification of transportation and buildings. It's crucial to acknowledge that deploying DERs could lead to environmental challenges, such as heightened land use and spatial footprint concerns, and potential air pollution emissions.
Read MoreGet ready to supercharge your savings with the Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN)! Through the Streamlined Savings Pathway Program, public agencies can now grab fantastic incentives for HVAC equipment. This is your chance to optimize operations, reduce maintenance hassles, and save energy and costs. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity.
Read MoreNow, as you read this, you may be thinking, “What is a “DER” and why is it important to me?” Chances are, you encounter them almost every day, but you may not think of them as “DERs.” Distributed Energy Resources refer to systems that produce energy at or near the where it is being utilized. These systems are often renewable.
Read MoreSouthern 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.
Read MoreI am sure you know California’s push toward 100% renewable energy. A BIG part of this initiative is building electrification. Building electrification means, converting from using natural gas appliances to appliances that use electricity. There are many cost-effective ways to do this.
Read MoreWhen 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.
Read MoreAs I am sure you are aware, your HVAC system is one of the biggest energy users in your building. In fact, HVAC is often responsible for 20-30% of the energy usage in a building. This is especially true in the Central Valley.
Read MoreEnergy savings are critical considerations for food service equipment in commercial kitchens, given the high operational costs and environmental impact associated with energy consumption. Implementing energy-efficient technologies and practices can save significant costs.
Read MoreWish that you could somehow shift most of your cooling energy load to off-peak hours?Time-of-use rate changes are here and the hottest part of the day (4 pm – 6 pm) will become the most expensive time to use your air conditioner. It may be time to consider an ice storage air conditioner.
Read MoreWe are in the full swing of summer! As such, I thought it would be fun to talk about HEAT! Specifically, I am referring to thermal storage. This is, by no means, a new technology. In fact, the concept has been around for some time!
Read MoreBefore we get into the dog days of summer, take the first step to save your facility energy and water! Check out part 4 of our EE Rebate Guide breakdown!
Read MoreThrough SoCalREN, agencies served by Southern California Edison can upgrade their gas water heaters to electric heat pump water heaters. Overall, heat pump hot water heaters save energy by leveraging the principle of heat transfer, which is inherently more efficient than generating heat directly!
Read MoreSouthern California Edison recognizes that many of their customers face energy costs challenges. That’s why the company provides a range of options for customers to get help with their electric bills. SCE hears you, and is here to help.
Read MorePart 3 of our breakdown of the SCG EE Rebate guide has arrived! For this edition, we are focusing on “Insulation Products.” Public agencies can leverage insulation products to save energy and money in their infrastructure!
Read MoreSports field lighting can be a high monthly utility cost as many fields still have HID (High-Intensity Discharge), specifically Metal Halide lights. Many public agencies would like to switch out their older lights for new LEDs, but there is an upfront cost barrier.
Read MoreThe 1st Annual Fueling Sustainability Conference was held on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Southern California Gas Company’s (SCG) Energy Resource Center in Downey, California. Although this event was a little over a month ago, I would be remiss if I didn’t take a moment to share this experience with our partners.
Read MoreSouthern California Gas Company’s “Energy Efficiency Rebate Guide” for 2024 has launched and has countless opportunities for businesses, public agencies, and other customers to install new equipment with rebates. Check out part two of our breakdown of SCG’s EE Rebate Guide!
Read MoreWe continue to say each year that lighting is not dead. Well, here we go again! Interior and exterior Lighting is being included in this year's SoCalREN cash incentive options. LED lighting has become increasingly popular in public agency facilities and for good reasons.
Read MoreIn public infrastructure, ensuring efficient and reliable systems for heating water or space is paramount. Whether for municipal buildings, schools, hospitals, or other public facilities, the technology behind boilers, water heaters, and water heating products continues to evolve, offering innovative solutions that enhance performance, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
Read MoreThis month, we’re focusing on capacity and demand response's role in ensuring enough capacity to meet this ever-growing demand. We can’t be so naïve to think that we can electrify all the things without grid impacts.
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