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Update on Appliance Efficiency Standards

Slides

May 22, 2012

These are the presentation slides.

Content type: Slides | Document ID: TAS-TB-3a | Author: Katie Elliott

NEW!

Update on Appliance Efficiency Standards

May 22, 2012

This 25-minute video highlights some of the key findings from a report recently released by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy and the Appliance Standards Awareness Project entitled "The Efficiency Boom: Cashing In on the Savings from Appliance Standards."

Content type: Tech Brief | Document ID: TAS-TB-3 | Author: Katie Elliott

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E Source Tech Roundup

EMR 2012 Presentation

May 8, 2012

Energy-efficiency technologies change fast. Brilliant new solutions and ineffective “black boxes” are released constantly—it can be difficult to keep track of which is which. That’s why the E Source tech team will present this rapid-fire roundup of energy-efficiency techniques and technologies. ...

Content type: Energy Managers' Roundtable, Slides | Author: Essie Snell, Peter Criscione, Mary Horsey, Bryan Jungers, Lee Hamilton, Ira Krepchin

Heat Pump Water Heaters: They’re Baaack!

January 26, 2012

Residential heat pump water heaters are in the midst of a significant resurgence and have the potential to save consumers substantial amounts of energy if they are installed and used correctly.

Content type: Research Brief | Document ID: TAS-RB-53 | Author: Essie Snell

Waves of Change: A Mounting Swell in the Emerging Tech Pipeline

Forum 2011 Presentation

September 20, 2011

Navigating the Tides of Emerging Tech With the number of energy-efficient technologies constantly expanding, what’s the most effective way to select the best options for your customers? We’ll explain how to analyze new products and build meaningful customer incentives for ...

Content type: Forum, Slides | Author: Ira Krepchin, Peter Criscione, Mary Horsey, Bryan Jungers, Essie Snell, Lee Hamilton

Electric-Powered Tank Water Heaters (Buying Equipment)

June 28, 2011

BEA members can use this blurb in their customer-facing materials to draw small and midsize business customers to the Business Energy Advisor on the utility web site.

Content type: ESCD News Content | Document ID: BEA-PA-23-NC-ESCD | Author: Essie Snell

Reducing Swimming Pool Heat Loss

June 24, 2011

What are the primary energy losses from swimming pools? Do you have any recommendations for eliminating those losses?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-AskES-32 | Author: Leland Keller

Back from the Dead: The Return of Heat Pump Water Heaters

March 15, 2011

Heat pump water heaters are back and better than ever! Have doubts? Learn about what issues you need to consider when incorporating them into your programs. Hear from our panel of experts on utility pilot programs, economic barriers and benefits, and operational concerns.

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Content type: Web Conference | Document ID: TAS-WC-3-11-HPWH | Author: Mary Horsey, Essie Snell

Back from the Dead: The Return of Heat Pump Water Heaters

Slides

March 15, 2011

These are the web conference slides.

Content type: Slides | Document ID: TAS-WC-3-11-HPWH-SL | Author: Mary Horsey, Essie Snell

Back from the Dead: The Return of Heat Pump Water Heaters

Recording

March 15, 2011

This is the web conference recording.

Content type: Recording | Document ID: TAS-WC-3-11-HPWH-R | Author: Mary Horsey, Essie Snell

New Energy Efficient Infrared Drying and Blanching Technologies for Fruits and Vegetables

March 1, 2011

The proposed research is to develop and demonstrate an infrared dry‐blanching and drying system for fruits or vegetables that results in high quality products. The sequential infrared and freeze‐drying method and infrared dry‐blanching and dehydration method are discussed.

Content type: Fact Sheet | Document ID: CEC-FS-5 | Author: California Energy Commission/Public Interest Energy Research

Saving Energy in Commercial Dishwashers

June 18, 2003 | Updated: January 20, 2011

Do you know of any energy-saving opportunities for commercial dishwashers—specifically for hotels?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-TN-6-03 | Author: Peter Criscione

Water Heater Lifetime

March 3, 2004 | Updated: January 20, 2011

How does the lifetime of conventional water heaters compare with that of tankless water heaters for residential use?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-TN-2-04 | Author: Peter Criscione

Low-Flow Prerinse Spray Valves

November 30, 2005 | Updated: January 20, 2011

What is a low-flow prerinse spray valve, and what kind of savings does it achieve?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-TN-11-05 | Author: Peter Criscione

How U.S. Policies May Drive Poor Water-Heater Choice

December 15, 2010

Learn more about how new U.S. policies are driving increased interest in heat pump water heaters, but they may also indirectly encourage customers to make poor choices regarding this technology.

Content type: E NEWS | Document ID: ENews-12-10 | Author: Essie Snell

Managing Utility Costs in Wineries

November 15, 2010

Wineries are energy- and water-intensive businesses that can greatly benefit from conservation strategies.

Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: BCO-P-22-ESCD | Author: Essie Snell

Managing Energy Costs in Dairy Farm Facilities

November 3, 2010

Dairy farms in the U.S. consume between 800 and 1,200 kilowatt-hours per cow annually. By saving energy, dairy farms can boost their bottom line and free up funds for other uses.

Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: BCO-P-17-ESCD | Author: Essie Snell

Energy Factors for Demand Water Heaters

July 3, 2002 | Updated: September 30, 2010

Where can I find energy factors (EFs) for demand water heaters (also known as instantaneous or tankless water heaters)? The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association provides EFs for virtually all residential tank water heaters on the market, but not for demand heaters.

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-TN-7-02 | Author: Peter Criscione

Pool Heaters (Residential)

September 16, 2010

In this directory we provide concise, printable U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) standards data for all covered equipment types. This includes what types of products the DOE covers, what the standard is, and how to calculate the standard.

Content type: Equipment Efficiency Standards Directory

Residential Tankless Water Heater Applications

November 20, 2003 | Updated: September 15, 2010

What residential applications are best suited for electric tankless water heaters?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-TN-10-03 | Author: Peter Criscione

Managing Energy Costs in Microbreweries

September 13, 2010

Microbreweries are highly energy-intensive businesses that can greatly benefit from energy-saving strategies.

Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: BCO-P-19-ESCD | Author: Essie Snell

Watts Up at the Water Cooler?

March 1, 2010

How much energy do water fountains and water coolers use, and how can it be reduced?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-TN-3-10c | Author: Kitty Stevenson

Water-Saving Tips for Business Customers

January 6, 2010

Commercial buildings in the U.S. use large amounts of water each year. Find out what you can do to reduce water use and save money.

Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: BCO-P-7-ESCD | Author: Essie Snell

Tankless Water Heaters (Purchasing Advisor)

December 31, 2009

BEA members can use this blurb in their customer-facing materials to draw small and midsize business customers to the Business Energy Advisor on the utility web site.

Content type: ESCD News Content | Document ID: BEA-PA-29-NC-ESCD | Author: Essie Snell

Water Heaters Garner Energy Star Rating (Finally)

November 23, 2009

Energy Star has finally developed a water heater labeling program thanks to demonstrated reliability and decreasing costs of new water heater technologies that are opening the door to high-efficiency options.

Content type: Tech News | Document ID: TAS-TN-12-09c | Author: Joe Shekiro

Pool Pump Savings Opportunities

November 5, 2009

What are the opportunities for saving energy in pool pumps?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-AskES-5 | Author: Dan Greenberg

Drainwater Heat Recovery Device Savings

October 1, 2009

How much energy do drainwater heat recovery devices save?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: TAS-TN-10-09d | Author: Peter Criscione

Heat Pump Water Heaters (Purchasing Advisor)

September 30, 2009

BEA members can use this blurb in their customer-facing materials to draw small and midsize business customers to the Business Energy Advisor on the utility web site.

Content type: ESCD News Content | Document ID: BEA-PA-26-NC-ESCD | Author: John Sustar

New Technologies for Improving Energy Efficiency at Home

September 29, 2009

Some of the more promising approaches to saving energy and money involve high-performance technologies for space heating, air conditioning, and water heating. Together, these loads account for more than half of an average home’s energy bill.

Content type: ESCD Pamphlet | Document ID: RES-P-9-ESCD | Author: John Sustar and Kristin Kamm

Solar Thermal Programs Are Hot!

July 28, 2009

Who’s getting into solar thermal energy, and why? What incentives are helping residential customers invest in solar hot water? What are the elements of successful utility programs for solar hot water?

Content type: Ask E Source | Document ID: EDRP-AskES-13 | Author: Dulcey Simpkins