Sustainability Best Practices Framework 7.0 Version June 2013 FINAL
Atlas Energy Group_REF 3.0 061615 v2 - Ukrainian
1. On the University of Toledo Campus of Energy & Innovation
2145 East Scott Park Drive - Mail Stop #410
Toledo, Ohio 43607
Ph. 419.595.0047
Fax. 888.898.3798
www.atlaspower.us
The Atlas Companies
(Атлаські компаній)
&
2. Schools & Universities
(Школи та університети)
The University of Toledo/1,120 kWdc
System Engineering and Project Management
18+ MEGAWATTS OF SOLAR PROJECTS:
(18+ мегават сонячних проектів)
• Almost 20% of Ohio’s installed capacity
• Developing, designing, and installing,
• Commercial, Governmental, Schools &
Universities
35+ YRS ENERGY AUDIT & RETROFIT
ENGINEERING: (35+
YRS Енергоаудит та МОДИФІКОВАНОЇ
ІНЖИНІРИНГ:)
• of service, including:
• 15 Naval Bases
• Waste Water and Water Treatment
• K-12 Schools & Colleges
• Hospitals, laboratories, and
• Extended-care facilities
40 YRS UTILITY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING:
(40YRS КОРИСНІ інженерних систем:)
• Building HeatingVentilation & AC
• Lighting,
• Water systems
EXPERIENCE
3. TURNKEY ENERGY SERVICES
(ПІД КЛЮЧ енергопослуги)
Energy Efficiency Retrofit (Installation of ECM’s)
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
ENERGY CONSULTING SERVICES
(Energy Consulting ПОСЛУГИ)
Building EnergyAuditing
Feasibility Study(s): Solar PV, &Geothermal Systems
Facilities Engineering (MEP)
Commissioning & Retro-Commissioning
Governmental Solar
(Урядовий Сонячна)
City of Toledo Water Treatment Plant -1 MWdc
Keith Dandridge El, - Systems engineer and Project manager for
this Design build project with IPS Energy,ADG, andToledo Port
Authority.
BUSINESS NICHE
4. Energy Assistance for Ukraine (Енергетика допомогу для України)
JOIN INTERNATIONAL ENERGY AGENCY (РЕЄСТРУЙСЯ Міжнародне енергетичне агентство)
The International Energy Agency (IEA), an autonomous agency, was established in November 1974.
Its primary mandate was – and is – two-fold: to promote energy security amongst its member
countries through collective response to physical disruptions in oil supply, and provide authoritative
research and analysis on ways to ensure reliable, affordable and clean energy for its 28 member
countries and beyond. The IEA carries out a comprehensive program of energy co-operation among
its member countries, each of which is obliged to hold oil stocks equivalent to 90 days of its net imports.
The Agency’s aims include the following objectives: (Цілі Агентства включають в себе наступні цілі:)
• Secure member countries’ access to reliable and ample supplies of all forms of energy; in particular, through maintaining effective
emergency response capabilities in case of oil supply disruptions.
• Promote sustainable energy policies that spur economic growth and environmental protection in a global context – particularly in
terms of reducing greenhouse-gas emissions that contribute to climate change.
• Improve transparency of international markets through collection and analysis of energy data.
• Support global collaboration on energy technology to secure future energy supplies and mitigate their environmental impact,
including through improved energy efficiency and development and deployment of low-carbon technologies.
• Find solutions to global energy challenges through engagement and dialogue with non-member countries, industry, international
organizations and other stakeholders.
International Energy Agency
9 rue de la Fédération
75739 Paris Cedex 15, France
www.iea.org
5. Quick Energy Paybacks
( Швидкий енергії окупності)
According to the US Department of Energy, commercial buildings
consumed 19% of all energy in the US in 2011, or about 18,000 trillion
BTU’s. Energy costs represent 30% of a typical building’s annual
budget and is the single largest operating cost.
But did you know that up to 30% of this energy is wasted?
We’ve identified some of the best “low-cost, no-cost” ways to save
money. These are simple operational changes and require little to no
capital expense.
Preventative Maintenance Agreements for HVAC Systems:
Heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) is a year-round
energy expense, especially in a climate like Chicago’s. By having a
professional perform the preventative maintenance that is
recommended by the equipment manufacturer, you can not only extend
equipment life but also reduce energy use. This includes replacing air
filters on a regular basis, checking damper operation, and checking
major components like compressors and burners.
Repairing or Replacing Airside Economizers: Most HVAC systems
in Chicago are required to have an airside economizer—a set of
dampers and controls to use fresh outside air for “free cooling.”
However, recent studies from the New Buildings Institute and
Honeywell found that 64% of all airside economizers do not work
properly. This means that systems are either not taking advantage of
free cooling opportunities (when economizers have failed closed), or
even worse, forced to heat and cool too much outside air (when
economizers have failed open).
Boiler Tune-Ups: By performing a simple combustion analysis and
adjustment, we can keep boilers running at peak efficiency and save
around 5% of a boiler’s annual fuel consumption. For large commercial
buildings, this can be substantial. Plus, there are rebates from the local
gas companies to offset the cost.
Variable Speed Drives: Most fans and pumps do not need to run at
full speed at all times. By installing variable speed drives (also called
variable frequency drives) we can adjust the flow-rate and this greatly
reduces the electric power consumption. Electric Companies offers
generous incentives for VSD’s that help pay the cost.
•HVAC Scheduling, Temperature Set-points and Equipment
Sequencing: In many buildings, HVAC systems are running longer than
necessary to meet occupant needs. This means starting HVAC systems
too early in the day and letting them run too late in the night—or all
night long. Through proper use of programmable thermostats and
building control systems, you can reduce energy use by up to 20%.
•Steam Traps: Consistently, the local gas companies (Nicor Gas,
Peoples Gas, North Shore Gas) have found that repairing or replacing
leaking, failed open steam traps is the single largest opportunity for
savings in commercial and industrial buildings. This is a simple
maintenance process, and the costs can be offset by rebates from the
gas company.
•Annual Benchmarking: By using Energy Star Portfolio Manager, a
free tool from the US EPA and Department of Energy, we can track
energy consumption for a building and see how it compares to similar
building. A multi-year study from Energy Star showed that commercial
office buildings that consistently tracked their energy use saved
almost 10% total from 2011-2014.
6. Quick Energy Paybacks
( Швидкий енергії окупності)
Quick Energy (Fine the Low Hanging Fruit)
The following actions offer a fast return on investment. Many also have a positive effect on clients.
Lighting (освітлення)
• Upgrade all exit signs with light-emitting diodes (LEDs).
• Replace older T12 fluorescent lamps with “super” T8 lamps and high-efficiency electronic ballasts.
• Replace incandescent lamps with efficient alternatives. Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), for example, use a quarter of the
electricity and last up to 10 times longer.
• Install occupancy sensors in spaces that are frequently unoccupied, such as restrooms and stairwells with dimming or bi-level
switching. Consider safety needs before installing occupancy sensors or timers in work areas. Ensure that the sensors are
appropriately matched with lamp and ballast combinations to prevent premature failures.
• Use daylighting sensors where possible especially in public spaces with large windows, such as lobbies and meeting rooms.
• Adopt a period of “downtime” lighting. Reducing the overall lighting levels.
HVAC SYSTEMS (системи кондиціонування)
A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system represents a major percentage of the building’s energy consumption—and
energy costs. The monitoring and maintenance activities that follow should be conducted regularly. Calibrate, check, and adjust
thermostats to heat and cool different building zones. Implement setback strategies to reduce HVAC use when areas are
unoccupied or have low use.
Schedule and perform regular maintenance on key HVAC units.
––Clean or replace filters and dampers.
––Inspect ducts and pipe insulation for damage. Repair or replace as needed.
7. Quick Energy Paybacks
( Швидкий енергії окупності)
HVAC SYSTEMS Cont: (Системи кондиціонування Продовження)
• Adjust blow down rates on the boiler and cooling tower. Optimize to maintain necessary water quality.
• Check and repair steam traps.
• Upgrade and properly seal pumps and compressors.
Plug Loads (Підключіть Вантажі)
• The energy drawn by office and medical equipment and appliances can add up to a significant portion of a hospital’s energy
usage. Here are some ways to limit consumption.
Water Efficiency (водозбереження)
• Save energy by using water efficiently—including sanitary water and water used by the HVAC system, medical equipment
and processes, cafeterias, and laundries.
• Decreasing water usage directly reduces the energy required to pump water into the building and to heat and cool water in
boilers and chillers.
9. The PPA Process (Процес НПА)
(ОЦІНИТИ
І ЗГОДНІ)
(Проектування
і будівництво)
(Експлуатація
та обслуговування)
10. THE ATLAS PROCESS – SOLAR PPA SAVINGS
(АТЛАС ПРОЦЕС - СОНЯЧНА PPA ЕКОНОМІЯ)
$0.10/kWh PPA escalated
3%/annum.
Utility rate estimated to
increase 3% per annum
$428,000 in Savings
over PPA term
EXAMPLE FOR
ILLUSTRATIVE
PURPOSES
(РІК)
(КОРИСНІВИТРАТИ)
(Новий комбінований ВИТРАТИ)
(СТАРИЙ КОМУНАЛЬНИХ ВИТРАТ)
(ЕКОНОМІЯ)
(НАД PPA ТЕРМІН)
(Приклад для ілюстративних цілей)
12. THE ATLAS PROCESS – ENERGY EFFICIENCY & SOLAR
Preliminary
Benchmarking:
•Calculate Energy Use
per Sq. Feet of Bldg
•Compare to Similar
Buildings
Level 1: Walk-through:
•Estimate ECM’s Costs & Savings
•Identify Capital Project priority
Level 2: Energy Survey & Analysis
•O&M Assessment
•Cost & Savings for ECM's
•Solar PV Feasibility & Cost Study
Level 3: Detailed Survey & Analysis
•Energy & Utility Data logging
•Confirm ECM’s with Building Energy Model
•Investment grade Cost Analysis
Implement ECM's & Solar PV
Solar PV is capital intensive. Implementing
Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) can
shave up to 30% off energy usage. Deploy
Solar PV after ECM’s to offset additional
energy unreachable with ECM’s alone.
14. THE ATLAS PROCESS – ENERGY AUDIT FINANCE
$904,118 Project financed at
5.5% over 20 year term
15. SOLAR ENERGY FACTS
1. Solar PV makes electricity to reduce what’s bought from
utility company
2. Solar system equipment has a 25yr estimated useful
life; - Purchasing a solar system is literally buying 25
years worth of electricity (kwh) at once.
3. There is a 30% federal tax credit, as well as state, and
utility incentives to help offset this upfront cost
4. Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) is a way to make an
apples-to-apples cost comparison between different
energy types (i.e, solar vs utility):
Solar LCOE ($/kwh) =
Installed cost ($) ÷ 25 years of electricity (kWh)
Utility LCOE ($/kwh) =
Monthly bill ($) ÷ Amount of electricity used (kwh)
5. Compare Solar LCOE ($/kWh) vs. Utility LCOE ($/kWh).
6. Solar LCOE is set for 25yrs, but utility costs increase
annually -- no definite cost projections 7-10 years away
7. “ECONOMY OF SCALE” means Larger solar systems
have lower LCOE ($/kWh)
ATLAS FACTS
ELECTRIC FACTS
1. Utilities sell electricity by
the kilowatt-hour. ($/kWh)
2. Typical Commercial Rates:
($0.06/kWh - $0.11/kWh)
3. Typical Residential Rates:
($0.12/kWh - $0.15/kWh)
1. For clients who use around
+/- 250,000 kWh/yr and up
2. Est. Solar PPA LCOE:
(Below $0.10/kWh)
3. Est. Purchased Solar LCOE:
(Below $0.07/kWh)
16. THE ATLAS PROCESS - SHOW ME THE MONEY
MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SOLAR
Senior Housing Project/ 20kWdc
AEGD saved customer money with innovative
racking design for this roof mounted pv system.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY (EE) & SOLAR (PV) INCENTIVES AVAILABLE
•30% Tax credit (PV)
•Cash Rebates on (EE) equipment expenses
•(EE & PV) Financing via Toledo Port
Authority Better Buildings Program
Go to http://www.dsireusa.org/ for
more Information, or Contact Us.
17. Renewable Energy and
Smart Grid Systems
In the event of a power outage, the Community
Energy Storage System automatically restores
power to customers in seconds . . . a major goal
of the self-healing Smart Grid. By placing
distributed energy storage in close proximity to
customers.
The Smart Grid SMS™ Storage Management System provides an
interface between a stored power source and the utility grid. It
consists of a master control system and a 2-MW/2.5-MVA power
conversion system (PCS). The PCS is comprised of two inverters,
each rated 1 MW/1.25 MVA.
