Using Energy Wisely for a Better Future. An Overview of the Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program

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1 Using Energy Wisely for a Better Future An Overview of the Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program

2 Purpose of the Program Help Nicor Gas customers save energy and money Increase consumer / contractor awareness of the benefits of natural gas efficiency Encourage consumers to buy natural gas-saving products

3 Program Benefits Increased consumer demand: Program outreach to customers Rebates for premium efficiency equipment Improved contractor capabilities: Sales Tool Instant Discount Seminars and Events

4 Program Effective Dates Residential and Business Customer Programs are available June 1, 2011 May 31, 2014 or until funds are exhausted Customers who purchase qualified energy efficiency equipment during the program s effective dates, may be eligible for rebates Please Note: Application must be submitted within 90 days of purchase/installation date or by June 30, 2014, whichever comes first

5 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Qualification Requirements: Current Nicor Gas business customers Public entities and Direct Access customers are not eligible Purchase and install eligible equipment Submit complete applications and necessary documentation within the program s effective dates Sample Business Customer Segments Restaurants Offices Hotel/Hospitality Grocery Retail School/University Assembly Industrial Hospital/ Institutional

6 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Domestic Hot Water Equipment Small Water Heater Energy Factor >/= 0.67 Large Water Heater Thermal Efficiency >/= 88% Rebate Amount $200 $150 Measure-Specific Requirements New equipment must meet ENERGY STAR standards with an Energy Factor >/= 0.67 For residential-sized hot water heater with storage installed in nonresidential space, tankless not eligible. Commercial sized hot water heater with storage installed in nonresidential space. New equipment must have a Thermal Efficiency >/= 88% with an Input Capacity >/= 75 MBTUH End use must be domestic hot water only, space heating and process end uses are not eligible

7 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Furnaces Equipment Furnace AFUE >/= 92% Furnace AFUE >/= 95% Rebate Amount $200 $250 Measure-Specific Requirements For residential-sized furnaces installed in small non-residential space for space heating use. New equipment must be ENERGY STAR rated with an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency >/= 92% or >/= 95% and an Input Capacity between MBTUH. End use must be space heating only, domestic hot water and process end uses are not eligible. All Contractor Invoices/Proof of Purchase Receipts must include the installation configuration.

8 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Non-Condensing Boilers Equipment Rebate Amount Measure-Specific Requirements Input Capacity < 299 MBTUH $400 Input Capacity MBTUH $1,000 Boilers must have a Thermal Efficiency of >/= 85% with an Input Capacity between 300-1,999 MBTUH, or an AFUE >/= 85% with an Input Capacity up to 299 MBTUH. Input Capacity MBTUH $ 1,250 Input Capacity 1,000 1,699 MBTUH $ 1,750 For commercial-sized hot water boiler (no storage) installed in non-residential space for space heating use. Input Capacity 1,700 1,999 MBTUH $ 2,500 End use must be space heating only, domestic hot water and process end uses are not eligible All Contractor Invoices/Proof of Purchase Receipts must include the Input Capacity (in MBTUH).

9 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Condensing Boilers Equipment Rebate Amount Measure-Specific Requirements Input Capacity < 299 MBTUH $500 Input Capacity MBTUH $ 1,500 Input Capacity MBTUH $ 2,500 Input Capacity 1,000 1,699 MBTUH $ 5,000 Input Capacity 1,700 1,999 MBTUH $ 7,500 Boilers must have a Thermal Efficiency of >/= 90% with an Input Capacity between 300-1,999 MBTUH, or an AFUE >/= 90% with an Input Capacity up to 299 MBTUH. For commercial-sized hot water boiler (no storage) installed in non-residential space for space heating use. Condensing Boilers must have an outdoor-air reset control installed (integrated, or added into the system), unless the supply temperature does not exceed 140 F. End use must be space heating only, domestic hot water and process end uses are not eligible All Contractor Invoices/Proof of Purchase Receipts must include the Input Capacity (in MBTUH).

10 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Boiler Controls Equipment Auto-Reset Control Rebate Amount $250 Measure-Specific Requirements Control must result in an Output Temperature Range >/= 10⁰F. Must automatically control boiler output water temperature setpoint based on outdoor air temperature, manual controls are not eligible. Eligible boiler limited to Input Capacity >/= 100 MBTUH. Control must be installed on an existing boiler, or a new boiler that is not required to have reset controls installed. Rebate paid on a per unit basis. Steam Traps $50 Rebates are available for the repair or replacement of existing steam traps. New steam traps or repair kits must replace existing steam traps, one for one and installed at the site address reported on the application. Rebate paid on a per steam trap basis. Rebate will not exceed the cost of the steam trap repair or replacement.

11 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Boiler Tune Up Boiler Input Capacity >/= 100 MBTUH Boiler must be at least 2 years old Must include a copy of the Combustion Test Analyzer documentation, that includes both pre- and post-boiler Tune-Up conditions. Tune up service must be completed by a Professional Contractor Can only be claimed once per boiler during the Program offering period, June 1, 2011 through May 31, 2014 Boiler Tune Up Required Tune Up Checklist Rebate Amount - $350/boiler Measure combustion efficiency using an electronic flue gas analyzer. Adjust airflow and reduce excessive stack temperatures. Adjust burner and gas input, manual or motorized draft control. Clean burners, combustion chamber and fireside exchange surface. Inspect and clean burner nozzles. Check for proper venting. Complete visual inspection of system piping and insulation. Check safety controls. Check adequacy of combustion air intake

12 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Additional Space Heating Measures Equipment Programmable Thermostat Rebate Amount $50 Measure-Specific Requirements Installed on space heating systems < 300 MBTUH Must be capable of maintaining two separate programs for weekday and weekends. Combination Boiler $1,600 Condensing Unit Heater $200 Infrared Heater $700 Condensing boiler with on-demand domestic hot water Must have an AFUE >/= 90% Must be considered one unit by the manufacturer Must have a Thermal Efficiency >/= 90% Heater must be vented, and condensate drained per manufacturer specifications. Only low-intensity heaters are eligible Must have an electric ignition and must use non-conditioned air for combustion Outdoor patio heating applications are not eligible.

13 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Pre-Rinse Sprayers Equipment Low Flow Pre-Rinse Sprayer Rebate Amount $25 Measure-Specific Requirements New sprayer must have a flow rate </= 1.25 gpm at 60 psi Only single valve sprayers are eligible. Rebate only available for replacement of existing equipment in a commercial-use kitchen Spray valves must replace existing spray valves, one for one. New additions that are not replacing existing spray valves are not eligible. Note: Manufacturer product specification sheet is required for this measure

14 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Kitchen Equipment Equipment Rebate Amount Measure-Specific Requirements Commercial Steamer $1,000 New equipment must meet ENERGY STAR standards with a cooking efficiency >/= 38% Both 5 and 6 pan units are eligible. Convection Oven $500 New equipment must meet ENERGY STAR standards with a cooking efficiency >/= 44%. Must have an Idle Energy Consumption Rate </= 13,000 Btu/h. Combination Oven $500 Natural gas combination convection/steam oven Cooking efficiency >/= 40% utilizing ASTM F2861 Rack Oven / Double Oven $1,400 Baking energy efficiency >/= 50% utilizing ASTM standard 2093.

15 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Kitchen Equipment Equipment Rebate Amount Large Conveyer Oven $500 Griddle $250 Fryer $500 Upright Broiler $500 Measure-Specific Requirements Cooking efficiency >/= 42% utilizing ASTM standard F1817. Must have an Idle Energy Consumption Rate </= 57,000 Btu/h. Conveyor width must be > 25 inches Rebates paid per qualifying deck. New equipment must meet ENERGY STAR standards with a heavy load cooking efficiency >/= 38% utilizing ASTM standard F1275 Idle Energy Consumption Rate </= 2,600 Btu/h per square foot of cooking surface. New equipment must meet ENERGY STAR standards with a heavy load cooking efficiency >/= 50% utilizing ASTM standard F1361 or F2144 Must utilize infrared burners

16 Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Kitchen Equipment Equipment Rebate Amount Measure-Specific Requirements Charbroiler $500 Must utilize infrared burners Pasta Cooker $200 Must be a dedicated pasta cooker, as determined by the manufacturer. Manufacturer product specification sheet is required for this measure Rotisserie Oven $500 Must utilize infrared burners Salamander Broiler $500 Must utilize infrared burners All kitchen equipment must be purchased new and installed in a commercial kitchen. It must replace existing, natural gas equipment used for the same purposes.

17 Custom Rebate Program For gas-saving projects not addressed by the Business Customer Rebate program: Commercial Business customers only Requires program evaluation and pre-approval before a rebate can be offered to a customer Customer-developed gas-savings calculations per project May require a third-party provider to assist the customer Project pre- and post- installation inspection and measurements Rebates based on $0.75 or $1/therm saved What gas-saving projects can you create?

18 General Requirements Rebated equipment should be: Purchased new and at retail price Replacing existing equipment Installed according to manufacturer specifications and applicable codes Professional contractor installation recommended Installed and operational prior to requesting a rebate

19 Required Documentation When submitting a rebate application, customers must include: Complete application Invoice noting: Equipment identification and total cost Proof of payment Manufacturer specification sheet If a tenant is applying for rebates they need to include written permission from the property owner

20 How to Participate Hardcopy Application Download and print from the program website Mail application with supporting documentation Online Application Complete the form electronically and mail supporting documentation

21 Instant Discount Contractors can offer customers an instant discount in the amount of the rebate and we ll make the rebate payable to the contractor. The benefits of an instant discount Customers reduce their up front out-of-pocket costs, while the price charged by the contractor remains the same Contractors can close sales on high efficiency products faster There is minimal paperwork/hassle for contractors 14 day turn-around time for rebate payment means contractors receive prompt payments For more information, visit

22 Program Contact Information Residential Program Questions: Ghassan Majdalani Resource Solutions Group (312) ext Thank You for Your Interest in the Program!