This MEEA Policy Webinar, held on November 17, 2011, outlined the leading states in the Midwest, reviewed current trends, and highlighted programs in Illinois and Michigan, drawing from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy's 2011 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard and energy efficiency experts from the state energy offices.
Michael Sciortino, from ACEEE, presented on the newly released ACEEE State Energy Efficiency Scorecard. He discussed the leading states in the Midwest and reasons for the recent gains. He further discussed the current trends in the Midwest that were used to quantify the ACEEE Scorecard rankings, and an explanation on why Michigan, Illinois and Nebraska were named the three most improved states. Best practices and programs were highlighted within the states.
Agnes Mrozowski, from the Illinois Energy Office, presented on Illinois Energy Now, the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity’s program that provides public sector customers with financial incentives to make energy improvements.
Robert Ozar, from the Michigan Public Service Commission, presented on Michigan’s Public Act 295 which is a comprehensive energy package promoting private investment in renewable energy and energy efficiency, and highlighted some of the successful programs within the state.
From Policy Takers to Policy Makers.: Adapting EU Cohesion Policy to the Nee...ekonkafr
The Swedish Institute for European Policy Studies SIEPS, in collaboration with six European research institutes, has examined five new members states on adapting of the future Cohesion Policy to their specific needs. The work was carried out by researchers from Slovakia, Sweden, Austria, Poland, Czech republic, Hungary and Latvia.
31st May 2005
The Permanent Representation of Sweden to the EU.
Square de Meeus 30, 1000 Brussels.
Presentation of the first draft of the study.
26th September 2005
Centre for European Policy Studies, 1 Place du Congres, Brussels
http://ceps01.link.be/Event.php?event_id=129
3rd October 2005
Press Conference, Presidium of SAS, Štefánikova 49, 814 38 Bratislava
29th November 2005
Hotel Bôrik, Bratislava
International conference „The EU Cohesion Policy and the Needs of the New Member States“ under the auspices of deputy prime minister for european affairs, human rights and minorities
2009 Soa Annual Meeting Changing Landscape For Medicare Advantage PlansJBogolin
The document summarizes a presentation from the 2009 Society of Actuaries Annual Meeting on proposed changes to Medicare Advantage plans. It discusses recent trends in Medicare Advantage enrollment and plans for 2010 in light of revenue cuts. It then summarizes elements of the Senate Finance Committee's proposed reforms, including establishing a coordinated office for dual-eligible beneficiaries, promoting prevention and wellness programs, and changing Medicare Advantage payments to be based on actual plan bids rather than statutory rates by 2015. Bonus payments for MA plans were also outlined based on care coordination criteria.
Fiscal consolidation in the midst of the crisis: lessons from LatviaLatvijas Banka
Presentation by Gabriele Giudice, Ingrid Toming, Francesco Di Comite and Julia Lendvai (DG ECFIN) at Country workshop: "EU Balance-of-Payments assistance for Latvia: Foundations of Success" organized by the European Commission, Directorate General for Economic and Financial Affairs, and the Bank of Latvia.
Brussels, March 1, 2012
The document provides financial results and traffic data for OHL Brasil for the first quarter of 2010. Some key points:
- Total traffic increased 11.6% compared to the first quarter of 2009 across state concessions and 195.7% across federal concessions.
- Net revenue increased 54.4% overall compared to the first quarter of 2009, with strong growth across all concessions.
- EBITDA was R$202.9 million for the quarter, a 114.5% increase over the first quarter of 2009, with an EBITDA margin of 60.3%.
- Net income was R$56.4 million for the quarter compared to a net loss in the prior year period
The document summarizes an investor meeting hosted by Bank of America Securities. It provides an agenda of the meeting and details on Ameren attendees. It also includes regulatory statements, an overview of Ameren as a regional electric and gas utility, highlights of their regulated and non-regulated operations, details of a comprehensive settlement in Illinois, and environmental and financial profiles.
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This document discusses Xcel Energy's strategy for maintaining financial strength and stability through investments in renewable energy and transmission infrastructure. It notes Xcel's leadership in wind and solar energy production and plans to increase renewable generation to 24% of capacity by 2020. The company aims to grow its rate base at a 7.4% compound annual rate through 2012 to drive 5-7% annual EPS growth. Xcel has a strong balance sheet, investment grade credit ratings, and constructive regulatory environments across its eight-state service territory.
Pakistan's economy faces challenges from recent floods and inflation. Growth was only 2.4% in FY2011 due to energy shortages and security issues. The services sector contributed most to growth while manufacturing declined. Investment has fallen significantly as a percentage of GDP in recent years. The fiscal deficit widened to 6.3% of GDP in FY2010 due to higher spending and weaker revenues. Inflation averaged 14.1% in FY2011 while the current account deficit improved due to higher exports and remittances. Foreign direct investment continues to decline.
This document provides an analysis of Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT). Key points include:
- LNT is a regulated utility holding company providing electricity and natural gas to customers in Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
- The analyst issues a HOLD recommendation with a $73 target price, believing the stock is fairly priced but not reflecting potential value from natural gas expansion.
- Key investment drivers for LNT are its dividend yield, natural gas expansion opportunities, rate base growth, and a supportive regulatory environment.
From Policy Takers to Policy Makers.: Adapting EU Cohesion Policy to the Nee...ekonkafr
The Swedish Institute for European Policy Studies SIEPS, in collaboration with six European research institutes, has examined five new members states on adapting of the future Cohesion Policy to their specific needs. The work was carried out by researchers from Slovakia, Sweden, Austria, Poland, Czech republic, Hungary and Latvia.
31st May 2005
The Permanent Representation of Sweden to the EU.
Square de Meeus 30, 1000 Brussels.
Presentation of the first draft of the study.
26th September 2005
Centre for European Policy Studies, 1 Place du Congres, Brussels
http://ceps01.link.be/Event.php?event_id=129
3rd October 2005
Press Conference, Presidium of SAS, Štefánikova 49, 814 38 Bratislava
29th November 2005
Hotel Bôrik, Bratislava
International conference „The EU Cohesion Policy and the Needs of the New Member States“ under the auspices of deputy prime minister for european affairs, human rights and minorities
2009 Soa Annual Meeting Changing Landscape For Medicare Advantage PlansJBogolin
The document summarizes a presentation from the 2009 Society of Actuaries Annual Meeting on proposed changes to Medicare Advantage plans. It discusses recent trends in Medicare Advantage enrollment and plans for 2010 in light of revenue cuts. It then summarizes elements of the Senate Finance Committee's proposed reforms, including establishing a coordinated office for dual-eligible beneficiaries, promoting prevention and wellness programs, and changing Medicare Advantage payments to be based on actual plan bids rather than statutory rates by 2015. Bonus payments for MA plans were also outlined based on care coordination criteria.
Fiscal consolidation in the midst of the crisis: lessons from LatviaLatvijas Banka
Presentation by Gabriele Giudice, Ingrid Toming, Francesco Di Comite and Julia Lendvai (DG ECFIN) at Country workshop: "EU Balance-of-Payments assistance for Latvia: Foundations of Success" organized by the European Commission, Directorate General for Economic and Financial Affairs, and the Bank of Latvia.
Brussels, March 1, 2012
The document provides financial results and traffic data for OHL Brasil for the first quarter of 2010. Some key points:
- Total traffic increased 11.6% compared to the first quarter of 2009 across state concessions and 195.7% across federal concessions.
- Net revenue increased 54.4% overall compared to the first quarter of 2009, with strong growth across all concessions.
- EBITDA was R$202.9 million for the quarter, a 114.5% increase over the first quarter of 2009, with an EBITDA margin of 60.3%.
- Net income was R$56.4 million for the quarter compared to a net loss in the prior year period
The document summarizes an investor meeting hosted by Bank of America Securities. It provides an agenda of the meeting and details on Ameren attendees. It also includes regulatory statements, an overview of Ameren as a regional electric and gas utility, highlights of their regulated and non-regulated operations, details of a comprehensive settlement in Illinois, and environmental and financial profiles.
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This document discusses Xcel Energy's strategy for maintaining financial strength and stability through investments in renewable energy and transmission infrastructure. It notes Xcel's leadership in wind and solar energy production and plans to increase renewable generation to 24% of capacity by 2020. The company aims to grow its rate base at a 7.4% compound annual rate through 2012 to drive 5-7% annual EPS growth. Xcel has a strong balance sheet, investment grade credit ratings, and constructive regulatory environments across its eight-state service territory.
Pakistan's economy faces challenges from recent floods and inflation. Growth was only 2.4% in FY2011 due to energy shortages and security issues. The services sector contributed most to growth while manufacturing declined. Investment has fallen significantly as a percentage of GDP in recent years. The fiscal deficit widened to 6.3% of GDP in FY2010 due to higher spending and weaker revenues. Inflation averaged 14.1% in FY2011 while the current account deficit improved due to higher exports and remittances. Foreign direct investment continues to decline.
This document provides an analysis of Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT). Key points include:
- LNT is a regulated utility holding company providing electricity and natural gas to customers in Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
- The analyst issues a HOLD recommendation with a $73 target price, believing the stock is fairly priced but not reflecting potential value from natural gas expansion.
- Key investment drivers for LNT are its dividend yield, natural gas expansion opportunities, rate base growth, and a supportive regulatory environment.
CCR reported financial results for 2006 with net revenue increasing 9.8% to R$2,145 million and net income up 9.3% to R$547.3 million. Traffic increased 5.4% for the year. The company continues to focus on cost control while making capital expenditures to support growth. CCR is also looking to expand into new markets like Mexico, Chile and the United States while remaining focused on opportunities in Brazil.
Energy East Corporation announced its second quarter 2007 financial results, with earnings per share of $0.12, down from $0.19 in the second quarter of 2006. The primary factors for the year-over-year decline were the impacts of an August 2006 rate order for NYSEG, increased storm costs, and merger costs associated with the proposed acquisition of Energy East by Iberdrola. However, electric and natural gas margins increased due to higher sales volumes and a rate settlement. Additionally, Energy East announced it had entered an agreement to be acquired by Iberdrola at $28.50 per share, pending regulatory approvals.
The document provides an economic outlook and forecasts for the Baltic countries of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania in 2009-2010. It finds that while private sector adjustments have been faster than expected, public sector adjustments still lag despite efforts. GDP is forecast to decline substantially in all three countries in 2009, with Latvia facing the steepest drop of around 17%. Deeper budget cuts are still needed in the public sectors of Estonia and Latvia to reduce budget deficits. Overall, a slow recovery is expected to begin in 2010, led initially by stabilizing exports, while domestic demand remains weak.
DTE Energy reported second quarter 2001 operating earnings of $70 million compared to $108 million in the second quarter of 2000. While earnings were impacted by Michigan's electric restructuring legislation, the company remains on track to reach its projected full year earnings of $3.50 to $3.60 per share. The acquisition of MCN Energy was completed during the quarter, and earnings are expected to benefit in the second half of the year from the addition of MCN's gas operations and projected cost synergies from the merger. Several non-regulated businesses performed well during the quarter and are also expected to contribute to meeting the company's full year earnings projection.
The document summarizes Braskem's 2Q10 results presentation to investors. It notes that resin and petrochemical prices reversed their upward trend at the end of 2Q10 due to various economic factors. Braskem's EBITDA grew 15% compared to 1Q10, driven by improved performance at Quattor. Leverage declined below 3x for the first time since acquisitions as debt payments were accelerated. Braskem expects to realize $400 million in annual synergies from the Quattor acquisition by 2012 through production optimization, logistics improvements, and joint supply management.
This document provides an overview and summary of a financial forum held by AGA Financial from May 1-3, 2005. It includes forward-looking statements and discusses key assumptions, strategies, and financial projections for Xcel Energy and its regulated utility subsidiaries. The strategy involves low-risk investments in regulated utility assets to earn the authorized rate of return and achieve a total return objective of 7-9% per year for shareholders.
The document is a presentation by CSU about its business and the Brazilian payment processing industry. It provides the following key points:
1) CSU is the largest independent payment processor in Brazil and has experienced rapid growth in processing credit and debit card transactions.
2) The Brazilian card market has grown significantly in recent years and is expected to continue growing due to increasing card penetration and usage.
3) CSU provides a full suite of processing services to issuers and is well positioned to expand into acquirer processing following regulatory changes opening up that market.
4) CSU has multiple revenue streams, high client loyalty, and economies of scale that support its profitable business model. The presentation outlines CSU's
Wayne Brunetti is the Chairman and CEO of Xcel Energy, a major electric and gas utility. The document discusses Xcel Energy's business strategy, which involves continued investment in its utility assets to meet growth. Key capital projects include a $1 billion emissions reduction program in Minnesota and a proposed $1.3 billion coal plant in Colorado. The summary also provides Xcel Energy's earnings guidance for 2004 and discusses its dividend policy. Brunetti emphasizes that Xcel Energy needs clarity on public policy regarding energy and the environment to effectively plan and invest.
This document summarizes Midwest investor meetings held by Xcel Energy in May and June 2005. It outlines Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an authorized return on equity. Key points include Xcel operating as the 4th largest US electric and gas utility, growth opportunities through infrastructure investments, regulatory filings, and a total return objective of 7-9% per year through earnings growth and dividends.
While Philippine GDP grew at a modest 3.7% last year, lower than neighboring ASEAN countries, strong consumer spending and the resilient services sector helped compensate. Office space options in Metro Manila are currently limited due to high demand from business process outsourcing firms. In the residential property market, over 33,000 new condominium units were completed last year with vacancy rates remaining below 6%. Major mall operators are improving shopping experiences through new technologies and attractions to increase foot traffic.
This document summarizes the regulatory strategy and initiatives of a utility across several states. It outlines the regulatory bodies and processes in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Colorado, Texas, and North Dakota. Key points include upcoming electric rate cases in these states to request rate increases, recovery of investments, and regulatory proposals for new cost recovery mechanisms. The utility has a history of constructive regulatory treatment and an experienced team to execute its regulatory strategy.
This document provides an overview of Xcel Energy's operations and financial projections. It discusses Xcel's regulated utility subsidiaries, rate base and returns, reconciliation of regulatory and GAAP financial reporting, assumptions for 2006 earnings guidance, and projected capital expenditures and potential earnings from major projects. Key details include projected 2006 O&M and interest expense increases, earnings assumptions, coal supply contracts through 2008, and senior debt credit ratings of BBB- to A3.
The Philippine economy grew at 3.7% last year, slower than other ASEAN countries but still managing growth despite global economic challenges. Strong consumer spending and growth in the services sector compensated for sluggish government infrastructure spending and declines in fishing. Inflation contracted to 2.7% while lending rates are at their lowest. Most institutions forecast 3.5-4.0% growth for the Philippines this year, supported by rising OFW remittances which exceeded $20 billion in 2011.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and guidance for 2005 EPS of $1.18-1.28 per share. Rate cases are also discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and guidance for 2005 EPS of $1.18-1.28 per share. Rate cases are also discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and guidance for 2005 EPS of $1.18-1.28 per share. Rate cases are also discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. It provides capital expenditure forecasts through 2009 totaling $6.8 billion. It also discusses drivers of value creation like increasing rate base and regulatory return on equity. The document highlights Xcel Energy's environmental initiatives and renewable energy sources. It concludes by outlining Xcel's guidance for 2005 EPS and dividend policy.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to build its core business and earn allowed returns. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers for increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and environmental initiatives including renewable energy sources. Rate cases are discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to build its core business and earn allowed returns. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through growth in rate base and returns, and environmental initiatives including renewable energy sources. Rate cases are also discussed seeking revenue increases in 2006 and 2007.
Annie Levenson-Falk with the Legislative Energy Commission presents about the 2025 Minnesota Energy Action Plan at four CERTs regional events to engage people about the state's energy future. Learn more at http://www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/blog/weigh-minnesota-2025-energy-action-plan.
This document summarizes a presentation by Dr. Lisa Ryan of the Energy Efficiency Unit at the International Energy Agency (IEA). It discusses the IEA's past and current policy recommendations to improve global energy efficiency. Implementation of the recommendations could save 7.6 gigatons of CO2 emissions annually by 2030, equivalent to the emissions of the United States. The IEA is tracking countries' progress in adopting the recommendations and finds that all countries have developed new policies since 2009 but opportunities remain. The IEA is releasing a new "Policy Pathways" series to provide guidance to countries on best practices for implementing specific policies like building energy certification.
Presented by Steve Nadel, Executive Director, American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) at the IEA DSM workshop in Washington D.C. on 27 April 2011.
CCR reported financial results for 2006 with net revenue increasing 9.8% to R$2,145 million and net income up 9.3% to R$547.3 million. Traffic increased 5.4% for the year. The company continues to focus on cost control while making capital expenditures to support growth. CCR is also looking to expand into new markets like Mexico, Chile and the United States while remaining focused on opportunities in Brazil.
Energy East Corporation announced its second quarter 2007 financial results, with earnings per share of $0.12, down from $0.19 in the second quarter of 2006. The primary factors for the year-over-year decline were the impacts of an August 2006 rate order for NYSEG, increased storm costs, and merger costs associated with the proposed acquisition of Energy East by Iberdrola. However, electric and natural gas margins increased due to higher sales volumes and a rate settlement. Additionally, Energy East announced it had entered an agreement to be acquired by Iberdrola at $28.50 per share, pending regulatory approvals.
The document provides an economic outlook and forecasts for the Baltic countries of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania in 2009-2010. It finds that while private sector adjustments have been faster than expected, public sector adjustments still lag despite efforts. GDP is forecast to decline substantially in all three countries in 2009, with Latvia facing the steepest drop of around 17%. Deeper budget cuts are still needed in the public sectors of Estonia and Latvia to reduce budget deficits. Overall, a slow recovery is expected to begin in 2010, led initially by stabilizing exports, while domestic demand remains weak.
DTE Energy reported second quarter 2001 operating earnings of $70 million compared to $108 million in the second quarter of 2000. While earnings were impacted by Michigan's electric restructuring legislation, the company remains on track to reach its projected full year earnings of $3.50 to $3.60 per share. The acquisition of MCN Energy was completed during the quarter, and earnings are expected to benefit in the second half of the year from the addition of MCN's gas operations and projected cost synergies from the merger. Several non-regulated businesses performed well during the quarter and are also expected to contribute to meeting the company's full year earnings projection.
The document summarizes Braskem's 2Q10 results presentation to investors. It notes that resin and petrochemical prices reversed their upward trend at the end of 2Q10 due to various economic factors. Braskem's EBITDA grew 15% compared to 1Q10, driven by improved performance at Quattor. Leverage declined below 3x for the first time since acquisitions as debt payments were accelerated. Braskem expects to realize $400 million in annual synergies from the Quattor acquisition by 2012 through production optimization, logistics improvements, and joint supply management.
This document provides an overview and summary of a financial forum held by AGA Financial from May 1-3, 2005. It includes forward-looking statements and discusses key assumptions, strategies, and financial projections for Xcel Energy and its regulated utility subsidiaries. The strategy involves low-risk investments in regulated utility assets to earn the authorized rate of return and achieve a total return objective of 7-9% per year for shareholders.
The document is a presentation by CSU about its business and the Brazilian payment processing industry. It provides the following key points:
1) CSU is the largest independent payment processor in Brazil and has experienced rapid growth in processing credit and debit card transactions.
2) The Brazilian card market has grown significantly in recent years and is expected to continue growing due to increasing card penetration and usage.
3) CSU provides a full suite of processing services to issuers and is well positioned to expand into acquirer processing following regulatory changes opening up that market.
4) CSU has multiple revenue streams, high client loyalty, and economies of scale that support its profitable business model. The presentation outlines CSU's
Wayne Brunetti is the Chairman and CEO of Xcel Energy, a major electric and gas utility. The document discusses Xcel Energy's business strategy, which involves continued investment in its utility assets to meet growth. Key capital projects include a $1 billion emissions reduction program in Minnesota and a proposed $1.3 billion coal plant in Colorado. The summary also provides Xcel Energy's earnings guidance for 2004 and discusses its dividend policy. Brunetti emphasizes that Xcel Energy needs clarity on public policy regarding energy and the environment to effectively plan and invest.
This document summarizes Midwest investor meetings held by Xcel Energy in May and June 2005. It outlines Xcel's low-risk business strategy of investing in regulated utility assets to earn an authorized return on equity. Key points include Xcel operating as the 4th largest US electric and gas utility, growth opportunities through infrastructure investments, regulatory filings, and a total return objective of 7-9% per year through earnings growth and dividends.
While Philippine GDP grew at a modest 3.7% last year, lower than neighboring ASEAN countries, strong consumer spending and the resilient services sector helped compensate. Office space options in Metro Manila are currently limited due to high demand from business process outsourcing firms. In the residential property market, over 33,000 new condominium units were completed last year with vacancy rates remaining below 6%. Major mall operators are improving shopping experiences through new technologies and attractions to increase foot traffic.
This document summarizes the regulatory strategy and initiatives of a utility across several states. It outlines the regulatory bodies and processes in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Colorado, Texas, and North Dakota. Key points include upcoming electric rate cases in these states to request rate increases, recovery of investments, and regulatory proposals for new cost recovery mechanisms. The utility has a history of constructive regulatory treatment and an experienced team to execute its regulatory strategy.
This document provides an overview of Xcel Energy's operations and financial projections. It discusses Xcel's regulated utility subsidiaries, rate base and returns, reconciliation of regulatory and GAAP financial reporting, assumptions for 2006 earnings guidance, and projected capital expenditures and potential earnings from major projects. Key details include projected 2006 O&M and interest expense increases, earnings assumptions, coal supply contracts through 2008, and senior debt credit ratings of BBB- to A3.
The Philippine economy grew at 3.7% last year, slower than other ASEAN countries but still managing growth despite global economic challenges. Strong consumer spending and growth in the services sector compensated for sluggish government infrastructure spending and declines in fishing. Inflation contracted to 2.7% while lending rates are at their lowest. Most institutions forecast 3.5-4.0% growth for the Philippines this year, supported by rising OFW remittances which exceeded $20 billion in 2011.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and guidance for 2005 EPS of $1.18-1.28 per share. Rate cases are also discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and guidance for 2005 EPS of $1.18-1.28 per share. Rate cases are also discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and guidance for 2005 EPS of $1.18-1.28 per share. Rate cases are also discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed return on equity. It provides capital expenditure forecasts through 2009 totaling $6.8 billion. It also discusses drivers of value creation like increasing rate base and regulatory return on equity. The document highlights Xcel Energy's environmental initiatives and renewable energy sources. It concludes by outlining Xcel's guidance for 2005 EPS and dividend policy.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to build its core business and earn allowed returns. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers for increasing rate base and regulatory returns, and environmental initiatives including renewable energy sources. Rate cases are discussed that could increase revenues in 2006 and 2007.
This document summarizes Dick Kelly's presentation at the Merrill Lynch Global Power & Gas Leaders Conference on September 28, 2005. It outlines Xcel Energy's strategy of investing in utility assets to build its core business and earn allowed returns. Key points include a capital expenditure forecast of $6.9 billion from 2005-2009, drivers of value creation through growth in rate base and returns, and environmental initiatives including renewable energy sources. Rate cases are also discussed seeking revenue increases in 2006 and 2007.
Annie Levenson-Falk with the Legislative Energy Commission presents about the 2025 Minnesota Energy Action Plan at four CERTs regional events to engage people about the state's energy future. Learn more at http://www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/blog/weigh-minnesota-2025-energy-action-plan.
This document summarizes a presentation by Dr. Lisa Ryan of the Energy Efficiency Unit at the International Energy Agency (IEA). It discusses the IEA's past and current policy recommendations to improve global energy efficiency. Implementation of the recommendations could save 7.6 gigatons of CO2 emissions annually by 2030, equivalent to the emissions of the United States. The IEA is tracking countries' progress in adopting the recommendations and finds that all countries have developed new policies since 2009 but opportunities remain. The IEA is releasing a new "Policy Pathways" series to provide guidance to countries on best practices for implementing specific policies like building energy certification.
Presented by Steve Nadel, Executive Director, American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) at the IEA DSM workshop in Washington D.C. on 27 April 2011.
This document outlines presentations to be made to Boston investors in August and September 2005 by Xcel Energy. It discusses Xcel's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn their allowed rate of return. It provides details on capital expenditure plans, upcoming rate cases in various states, regulatory support, and earnings growth potential through 2009. It also notes 2005 EPS guidance and dividend policy. The overall strategy is described as delivering competitive shareholder returns and improving credit metrics through a constructive regulatory environment.
The document outlines Xcel Energy's capital expenditure plans and forecasts for 2005-2009. It expects to invest $6.9 billion over this period, with key investments including Comanche 3 plant, Minnesota MERP rider projects, and transmission infrastructure. Regulatory filings are planned in various states to recover costs and earn authorized returns of 10-11% on equity. Forecasts show potential for regulated utility earnings and cash flows to grow annually by 4.4-7.8% through rate base increases and higher equity returns.
This document outlines presentations to be made to Boston investors in August and September 2005 by Xcel Energy. It discusses Xcel's strategy of investing in utility assets to earn its allowed rate of return. It provides details on Xcel's capital expenditure plan through 2009, anticipated rate base growth, upcoming rate cases, and regulatory support. The document also notes Xcel's guidance for 2005 EPS of $1.18-$1.28 per share and outlines its transparent strategy aimed at delivering competitive returns to shareholders.
This document provides an overview and summary of Xcel Energy's strategy to reduce carbon emissions while growing earnings. Key points include:
- Xcel aims to achieve annual EPS growth of 5-7% and increase its dividend by 2-4% annually while reducing carbon emissions 30% by 2020.
- Resource plans in Minnesota and Colorado seek approval for increasing renewable energy, demand side management programs, and natural gas generation to reduce carbon emissions.
- Constructive regulation and a pipeline of investment opportunities in areas like transmission, renewables and environmental upgrades provide earnings growth potential.
- Xcel is well positioned geographically and through its diverse portfolio to comply with potential climate change legislation and be an environmental leader.
This document provides an overview and summary of Xcel Energy's strategy to reduce carbon emissions while growing earnings. Key points include:
- Xcel aims to achieve annual EPS growth of 5-7% and increase its dividend by 2-4% annually while reducing carbon emissions 30% by 2020 through investments in renewables, energy efficiency, and environmental upgrades.
- Resource plans for Minnesota and Colorado outline specific goals and investments to reduce emissions through increased wind and solar generation, gas plant additions, and efficiency programs.
- Constructive regulation and riders support recovery of capital investments in areas like transmission, renewables and environmental upgrades.
- A track record of meeting earnings and dividend growth targets demonstrates the company's ability
This document summarizes Xcel Energy's strategy to reduce carbon emissions while growing earnings. It outlines plans to increase renewable energy and energy efficiency, upgrade plants, and invest in new natural gas generation and transmission. Specific resource plans for Minnesota and Colorado are detailed that would reduce carbon emissions through 2020. The company expects constructive regulation to support capital investments and rate base growth of 7.5% annually through 2011.
This document summarizes Xcel Energy's strategy to reduce carbon emissions while growing earnings. Key points include:
- Xcel aims to reduce carbon emissions 20-30% by 2020-2025 while achieving 5-7% annual EPS growth and increasing dividends 2-4% annually.
- Plans for Minnesota and Colorado include adding significant renewable energy like wind and solar, retiring some coal plants, and expanding energy efficiency programs.
- Xcel has constructive regulation allowing recovery of investment in areas like transmission, renewables and environmental upgrades.
- The company expects to invest $2-2.5 billion annually through 2011 to grow its rate base 7.5% annually and deliver earnings growth.
This document summarizes Xcel Energy's strategy and financial outlook for 2005-2009. The key points are:
1) Xcel plans to invest $6.8 billion in utility assets over 2005-2009 to increase rate base and earnings. This investment is supported by regulators and adds to growth.
2) Regulatory income and depreciation are forecasted to grow annually by 4.4-7.8% through rate increases and higher rate base.
3) Xcel expects its dividend to grow consistently with earnings of 2-4% annually and does not anticipate needing to issue new equity until 2007 or 2008.
This document provides an overview of Xcel Energy's strategy and financial outlook for 2005-2009. Key points include:
1) Xcel plans to invest $6.8 billion in utility assets to earn its allowed return on equity and drive earnings growth through increased rate base.
2) Earnings are expected to grow 4-8% annually from increased investment and potential rate increases.
3) Major investment projects include Minnesota MERP and Comanche Unit 3, with overall capital expenditures growing utility rate base by an average of 4.4% annually.
4) Xcel expects to fund investments through operations, debt issuance, and dividend reinvestment without needing to issue new equity through 2006.
This document provides an overview of Xcel Energy's strategy and financial outlook for 2005-2009. Key points include:
1) Xcel plans to invest $6.8 billion in utility assets to earn its allowed return on equity and drive earnings growth through increased rate base.
2) Earnings are expected to grow 4-8% annually from increased investment and higher allowed returns on equity set in upcoming rate cases.
3) Capital expenditures will focus on transmission projects, plant upgrades, and the Comanche 3 coal plant, funded through operations and modest debt issuance.
This document summarizes an investor presentation by Xcel Energy covering topics such as strategy, regulatory environment, capital expenditure plans, earnings guidance, and rate case forecasts for 2005-2009. The strategy focuses on investing in utility assets and earning allowed returns. Capital expenditures are expected to total $6.8 billion over the period. Earnings are projected to grow 5-8% annually from $506 million in 2004 to a range of $650-744 million in 2009 through rate base growth and higher allowed returns.
Similar to MEEA Policy Webinar: Midwest Perspective of the ACEEE 2011 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard (20)
The document summarizes a study conducted in Minnesota to evaluate how key elements of the National Standard Practice Manual (NSPM) could be applied to the state's energy efficiency cost-effectiveness analyses. The study reviewed Minnesota's current screening practices, applied the NSPM's Resource Value Framework to create a primary cost-effectiveness test for the state, and provided recommendations. The webinar presentation covered an overview of the NSPM, current practices in Minnesota, applying the Resource Value Framework to include more utility system impacts and consider relevant non-utility impacts like low-income programs and other fuels.
MEEA collaborated with The Cadmus Group to conduct a study of utility energy efficiency investments and savings throughout the Midwest to determine their economic impact. The study uses a dynamic forecast model to study the economic impacts of energy efficiency investments specific to four target regions: 1) Indiana, 2) Michigan, 3) Ohio and 4) the Midwest region. This webinar walked through the findings of this study and included presentations from Nick Dreher, Policy Manager at MEEA and Tyler Browne, Senior Analyst at The Cadmus Group, Inc.
Industrial refrigeration systems are a significant consumer of electrical energy in food processing, cold storage, and chemical processing industries throughout the Midwestern United States.
This webinar, presented by Bryan Hackett, P.E., of kW Engineering, will covered the following topics:
• The basics of industrial refrigeration systems,
• A review of proven energy efficiency measures (EEMs) and how to identify potential applications for each, and
• The respective energy and cost savings for each.
Industrial and commercial utility program managers, end-user plant managers, refrigeration system operators, contractors, and solution vendors will get a better understanding of industrial refrigeration as an integrated system, how key components can be optimized to improve efficiency, and the energy and financial motivations for pursuing the discussed EEMs
Bryan Hackett, P.E. - Senior Engineer II, kW Engineering
Bryan leads kW Engineering’s Industrial Services Team, providing energy and water auditing, retro-commissioning, technical support services, and implementation management to industrial facilities across the country. Bryan has performed over 150 industrial energy audits and is the lead author of two papers on energy savings at food processing and refrigeration facilities. Bryan is a licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer with over 17 years of experience working with commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. As one of the leaders of kW's technical staff of 47 engineers, Bryan takes great pride in getting CFOs excited about sustainability by delivering results at the meter and on the bill.
The document discusses opportunities for commercial building energy efficiency in the Midwest. It describes MEEA, a non-profit organization serving 13 Midwest states that promotes energy efficiency. MEEA has over 140 members from various sectors and a staff of 30 based in Chicago. The document outlines MEEA's role in designing programs, evaluating technologies, and advancing policy. It then discusses opportunities to deliver advanced efficiency segmentation and marketing, unlock savings in underserved building segments, and harness operational savings through approaches like retro-commissioning.
MEEA prepared for the new year with a wealth of opportunities for advanced lighting professions to connect with peers and access the latest industry information.
New offerings including the Midwest LUMEN Network, the quarterly advanced lighting technical webinar series, and the Midwest Advanced Lighting Solutions Guide were unveiled by MEEA staff and Vicki Campbell, Director of Energy Efficiency at DTE Energy and Chair of Midwest LUMEN.
Recommended audience:
Utility efficiency program staff
Manufacturers
Distributers
Implementers and consultants
Others interested in promoting advanced lighting market adoption in the Midwest
Topics covered included:
Midwest LUMEN meetings
Networking events
Quarterly technical webinars
Web-based resources
The Midwest Advanced Lighting Solutions Guide
Midwest Energy Solutions Conference advanced lighting panel
MEEA Minute and event calendar updates
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On Tuesday, March 19th, 2013, Blackstone Group identified the top ten tips to help your team streamline the development of research questionnaires – from energy efficiency evaluation to customer satisfaction – in terms of formatting and design.
Mike Burmester and Brandon Parrott-Sheffer, from the Blackstone Group, presented the top ten tips of questionnaire design based on their experience as full-service market researchers who have completed over 75 energy-related projects in the past three years alone.
The document summarizes a webinar on Kentucky's approach to achieving voluntary energy efficiency goals without mandated standards. It discusses Kentucky's energy landscape and a stakeholder project to design a strategy for meeting a 1% annual efficiency goal. The resulting Action Plan lays out strategies focused on voluntary measures, including annually tracking utility program performance. A key part is having utilities voluntarily report efficiency data to measure progress towards statewide goals. This could serve as a model for other states to achieve efficiency increases through voluntary cooperation rather than mandates.
C&I customers represent a substantial opportunity for load reduction, but the key is to incentivize projects with excellent performance, economics, and impact. Intelligent LED systems are redefining the lighting category and displacing legacy technologies with proven results.
The webinar, presented by Michael Feinstein from Digital Lumens, will cover the following topics:
• Industrial lighting technology review
• Intelligent LED System overview
• 90% energy reduction – the economics of intelligent LEDs
• Large C&I lighting customers – retrofit & new construction case studies
• Future of intelligent LED lighting
Mike Feinstein is responsible for leading the Digital Lumens sales and marketing teams and has had extensive experience in the entrepreneurial and investment worlds, most recently as Managing Director of Sempre Management. Previously, he was a General Partner at Venrock Associates and Atlas Venture, where he served on the boards of start-ups including Boston-Power, Ciclon Semiconductor (acquired by Texas Instruments), CircleLending, WaveSmith Networks (acquired by CIENA Corp.) and Quantum Bridge Communications (acquired by Motorola). Michael holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT.
This presentation is part of the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance Industrial Webinar Series. Find out more at http://www.midwestindustrial.org.
Join us to learn how global energy management company Schneider Electric reduced energy consumption by 21.3% in its Midwest manufacturing facilities by implementing its own solutions and products. This experience of walking our talk now enables Schneider Electric to support our customers worldwide in similar energy efficiency processes. Jim Pauley, Sr. Vice President, External Affairs and Government Relations, will walk through the steps Schneider Electric took.
Jim Pauley is responsible for state and federal legislative and regulatory policy and government interaction. In addition, he has responsibility for the Schneider Electric strategy and participation in trade and industry associations, standards organizations and conformity assessment bodies. Over his 27 year career, he has held positions in industry standards, product management, marketing and product planning.
Pauley holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Kentucky and is a licensed professional engineer in Kentucky.
This presentation is part of the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance Industrial Webinar Series. Find out more at http://www.midwestindustrial.org
On December 20th, 2012, the US EPA finalized the Clean Air Act pollution standards known as ICI Boiler MACT. This standard applies to large boilers in a wide range of industrial facilities and institutions. This webinar, held January 30, 2013, discusses a US DOE sponsored technical assistance program to ensure that major sources burning coal or oil have information on cost-effective clean energy strategies for compliance , such as natural gas combined heat and power (CHP). Boiler owners and operators can learn about clean energy strategies to meet EPA boiler rules through DOE’s Boiler MACT Technical Assistance Program, which has been piloted in Ohio since March 2012 and is now being implemented throughout the Country. John Cuttica, Director of the Midwest Clean Energy Application Center and the Energy Resources Center, both located at the University of Illinois at Chicago, discusses how our Midwest industrial and institutional companies can take advantage of the technical assistance program. (this is the slides-only version; full video version is available at https://www.slideshare.net/MidwestEfficiency/combined-heat-and-power-as-a-boiler-mact-compliance-strategy-16406830)
Utilities at the cutting edge of DSM planning are implementing Strategic Energy Management (SEM) programs. By equipping C&I customers with powerful tools that help them strategically manage their energy use, utilities realize significant EE savings and deepen their customer relationships.
MEEA, in collaboration with members Xcel Energy and EnerNOC, presented this webinar on SEM best practices and opportunities for Midwest utilities, featuring a case study with Xcel Energy.
On this webinar we discussed:
1. The Value of SEM to Utilities – Understanding how SEM drives increased energy savings from behavioral improvements, more reliable savings from existing capital projects, and deeper customer engagement.
2. Best Practices in SEM Program Design – EnerNOC SEM Practice Lead Chad Gilless will discuss core SEM concepts and present common configurations and options that drive utility program results.
3. Xcel Energy’s Industrial Process Efficiency – Xcel Energy Program Manager Kerry Klemm will present a case study of an award-winning SEM program, the Xcel Energy Process Efficiency program.
Speakers:
Kerry Klemm – Program Manager, Xcel Energy
Kerry Klemm has been involved in energy conservation marketing since the mid 1990s and currently leads Xcel Energy’s Holistic team and manages the Process Efficiency program, which helps manufacturers make smart energy choices that lower their energy use, achieve environmental savings, and improve their bottom line.
Chad Gilless – Practice Lead, Strategic Energy Management, EnerNOC
Chad directs EnerNOC’s efforts to integrate energy into industrial business practices. Based in Portland, OR, Chad has expertise in organizational facilitation and coaching and has over 15 years of experience as a consultant and project manager. He has been with EnerNOC since 2010. He has led numerous programs and projects to deploy plant energy management programs within the industrial sectors, and his efforts have produced more than 68 million kW
One of the most challenging evaluation questions for residential lighting energy efficiency programs in the U.S. is the identification and correction for net-to-gross (NTG) effects such as free ridership and spillover. Over the last twenty years, considerable effort and financial resources have been directed toward accurately measuring these effects. Furthermore, the correction for these NTG effects has direct, and sometimes, drastic impact on program savings.
APT and Opinion Dynamics discuss a new framework for the estimation of free ridership in upstream lighting programs grounded in sound, economically rational decision making on the part of retail partners. This approach, built on functional retail behavior, provides a clearer more insightful look into the elements comprising the retail sales environment thus providing program implementers with a more predictable outcome of end results – up front.
Motivating commercial customers to actively and consistently apply energy efficient practices is quickly becoming central to many utility business practices. In this installment of the MEEA Technical Webinar series, Mike Presutti and John Lux from Agentis Energy outlined a variety of behavior based energy efficiency programs for commercial customers that are helping utilities accomplish their goals. Information on how utilities are using customer engagement platforms to drive behavior change at their commercial customers was detailed. Viability, process and preliminary results from in-process programs were discussed. Specifics include: The opportunity: Agentis analysis examples and information from 3rd party reports; Customer use and feedback data, plus examples from the field; Measurement methodologies and program projections. (Please note: This is a modified version of the presentation to remove confidential data. For that reason, this presentation is available in slide format only without the additional audio. Though the slides are still marked "Proprietary and Confidential," MEEA has obtained explicit permission from the presenters to post this version of the slides. If you are interested in the full version of this webinar or more information about Agentis' analytical platform, please contact the presenters using the contact information in the final slide.)
The document summarizes the growth of utility energy efficiency programs in the Midwest over the last ten years. It discusses how the Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) has played a key role in supporting these programs by designing and administering programs, evaluating technologies, promoting best practices, and advancing policy. The presentation notes that while traditional programs focusing on lighting, appliances, and commercial and industrial incentives have achieved significant savings, utilities will need to explore new program areas and approaches to sustain savings given rising codes and standards and program saturation.
The MEEA Policy Webinar: National Study on the Energy Savings of Appliance Standards was held on Thursday March 29, 2012. The webinar outlined the recently released report, The Efficiency Boom: Cashing In on the Savings from Appliance Standards by the Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP) and the American Council on an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). The webinar highlighted some of the key findings from the report, particularly the enormous savings that have already been achieved from existing standards and the potential for additional savings from new and updated standards. The report reviewed 34 products, and the webinar focused on three areas: products appropriate for state standards; products where state support is requested at the federal level; and products currently covered by utility programs. A regional look was given on the current and potential cost effective savings from appliance standards, as well as an in-depth look at specific natural gas-fired products that are relevant to the Midwest including: clothes washers, boilers, furnaces, and unit heaters. The webinar concluded with a discussion that focused on gas programs and analysis of the potential impact of standards on the cost effectiveness of utility programs.
In the latest in MEEA's Marketing Energy Efficiency webinar series, Drew McCartt, Senior Vice-President at Event Marketing Strategies talks about how face-to-face marketing through events is impacting the growth of energy efficiency in the Midwest. Experiential marketing, utilizing interactive and mobile staffed displays, combined with traditional marketing, is helping utility companies educate consumers and market their lighting, appliance recycling, and enrollment programs.
Kevin Duffy with ICF International discusses the impact and marketing strategies used for We Energies’ community-based education and outreach program, “Way to Save, Burlington!” The pilot is designed to engage all segments of the community by encouraging behavioral changes and connecting customers to existing programs and incentives.
This document discusses using social media and online tools to market energy efficiency programs. It provides an overview of the Energy Center of Wisconsin's (ECW) use of webinars, websites, email marketing and social media like Twitter and Facebook to educate customers. ECW has found success using these channels to reach broad audiences about topics like plug loads and building energy modeling. The document also covers best practices utilities can use for social media, including setting goals and measuring success, being transparent, and designating support teams.
The 2nd Annual Midwest Regional Building Energy Codes Conference was held on October 5-6, 2011 in Chicago. It was attended by 42 guests representing state code officials, state energy officials, utility representatives, energy code advocates, manufacturers, energy efficiency program administrators, architects, and building trades professionals.
The conference built on the previous year's conference and the ongoing codes developments in the region to continue to work towards developing a regional approach to promoting the adoption, implementation, and improving compliance with building energy codes in the Midwest.
Solid-State Lighting (using LEDs) presents both a risk and an opportunity for utility incentives programs. While LEDs are rapidly becoming a feasible technology for achieving maximum lighting efficiency, high costs and uncertain performance have hampered the adoption of LED measures into lighting incentives programs.
This webinar features presentations from the DesignLights Consortium, the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership's national program that takes much of the guesswork out of identifying quality LED products, and by the Lighting Facts program of US DOE, highlighting their Energy Efficiency Partner Resource that will allow Energy Efficiency Partners to list LED lighting incentive programs in association with products from the Lighting Facts web site. An overview of the resource is provided along with an online demonstration.
Viewers also receive information on the Product Snapshot, which was developed to help energy efficiency partners navigate the rapidly changing lighting market, including upcoming standards and labeling requirements, and the impact of these changes on LED replacement lamps. The FTC Lighting Facts label will be mandatory starting January 1, 2012 and we will review the label requirements and explain how the FTC Lighting Facts label relates to the DOE Lighting Facts label.
This presentation was given to the Industrial Energy Efficiency Work Group of the Midwestern Governors Association on September 1, 2011. It provides an overview of industrial energy consumption in the 13 states that make up MEEA's footprint, and details current industrial energy efficiency policies and program activities within each state.
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MEEA Policy Webinar: Midwest Perspective of the ACEEE 2011 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard
1. The 2011 State Energy
Efficiency Scorecard
MEEA Webinar – November 17, 2011
Michael Sciortino
2. The American Council for an
Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)
• Nonprofit 501(c)(3) dedicated to advancing energy efficiency
through research, communications, and conferences.
• ~40 staff in Washington DC, + field offices in DE, IL, MI, and WI.
• Focus on End-Use Efficiency in Industry, Buildings, Utilities, and
Transportation; Economic Analysis & Human Behavior; and State
& National Policy
• Funding:
• Foundations (34%)
• Federal & State Grants (7%)
• Specific Contract work (21%)
• Conferences and Publications (34%)
• Contributions and Other (4%)
4. Methodology, part 1
Policy Maximum Score
1. Utility and Public Benefits Programs and Policies 20
Electricity Efficiency Program Budgets 5
Natural Gas Efficiency Program Budgets 3
Annual Savings from Electricity Efficiency Programs 5
Targets (Energy Efficiency Resource Standards) 4
Performance Incentives/Alternative Regulatory Business Models 3
2. Transportation Policies 9
Integration of Transportation and Land Use Planning; VMT
5
Targets; Complete Streets Legislation
GHG Tailpipe Emission Standards 2
Transit Funding 1
High-Efficiency Vehicle Consumer Incentives 1
5. Methodology, Continued
Policy Maximum Score
3. Building Energy Codes 7
Level of Stringency 5
Enforcement/Compliance 2
4. Combined Heat and Power 5
Interconnection Standards
Standby Rates
Incentives for CHP
Output-based Emissions Regulations
CHP in EERS or RPS
Net Metering
5. State Government Initiatives 7
Financial and Information Incentives 3
Lead by Example in State Facilities and Fleets 2
Research, Development, and Demonstration 2
6. Appliance and Equipment Efficiency Standards
2
Maximum Total Score 50
8. Key Findings and Major Developments
• Massachusetts: #1
• General upward trend among all states
• ~30 states with stringent building codes
• EE remains a bi-partisan solution
• 24 states with an EERS
• States implementing EERS policies moving ahead
• Total utility budgets for EE at $5.5 billion
• Electricity savings of 13,147 GWh in 2009
• Major gap in states advancing efficient transportation
policies
10. Electricity DSM Budgets
2009 vs. 2010
4.50%
4.00%
3.50%
2010 Budgets as % of Revenues
3.00%
Budgets as % of Revenues
2009 Budgets as % of Revenues
2.50%
2.00%
1.50%
1.00%
0.50%
0.00%
11. Electricity Savings 2008 vs. 2009
2.50%
2.00%
Savings as % of Retail Sales
2009 Savings as % of Retail Sales
2008 Savings as % of Retail Sales
1.50%
1.00%
0.50%
0.00%
12. Midwest States in the Scorecard
Utility and
Public
Benefits
Programs Building Combined State Appliance Change in Change in
and Transportation Energy Heat & Government Efficiency TOTAL rank from score From
Rank State Policies Policies Codes Power Initiatives Standards SCORE 2010 2010
Maximum Score 20 9 7 5 7 2 50
8 Minnesota 18 2 4 3 6 0 33 0 5
11 Iowa 14 1 5 2 5 0 27 1 2.5
16 Wisconsin 11.5 1 5 4 3.5 0 25 -5 -1
17 Illinois 9 3 5 4 3.5 0 24.5 8 6
17 Michigan 10 2 4.5 3 5 0 24.5 10 7
24 Ohio 8.5 0 4 5 4.5 0 22 3 4.5
32 Indiana 6.5 0 4 3 3.5 0 17 -1 0.5
37 Kentucky 3.5 0 4.5 1 3 0 12 -1 1.5
40 Nebraska 1.5 0 5 1 2.5 0 10 7 6
42 South Dakota 4.5 0 0 3 2 0 9.5 -3 0
44 Missouri 2.5 0 2 1 3 0 8.5 -1 2.5
48 Kansas 1 0 1.5 1 2 0 5.5 -2 0.5
51 North Dakota 0 1 0 1 0.5 0 2.5 0 1
13. Some other Best Practices -
Transportation
High-
Integration of Efficiency
GHG Tailpipe Transportation Complete Vehicle
Emissions and Land Use Streets Transit Consumer
State Standards Planning VMT Targets Legislation Funding Incentives Score
Maximum
Score 2 2 2 1 1 1 9
Maryland 2 2 1 0 1 1 7
14. Looking ahead to 2012
• Continued improvement in EERS states
• Sour economy’s impact on customer
participation
• Political climate
15. Thank you for joining!
Michael Sciortino
202-507-4028
msciortino@aceee.org
17. What is Illinois Energy Now?
Illinois Energy Now, formerly known as the Energy Efficiency
Portfolio Standard, is the Department of Commerce &
Economic Opportunity’s program that provides public sector
customers with financial incentives to make energy
improvements.
Millions of dollars in funding is available to public sector
organizations through Illinois Energy Now.
Offers public sector organization financial incentives to
upgrade electric and natural gas systems, save energy and
help the environment.
18. How did Illinois Energy Now get started?
2007: Legislation amended the Illinois Public Utilities Act and
required the State’s largest utility providers and the
Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
to develop a portfolio of electric energy efficiency programs
to meet legislative goals that reduce energy demand.
2009: Legislation was passed to include natural gas energy
efficiency programs to meet legislative reduction goals.
19. How is Illinois Energy Now structured?
Nicor
ComEd
Integrys
Ameren DCEO Ameren
Electric Efficiency Electric Efficiency Gas Efficiency
Gas Efficiency
Private Sector Low-income Private Sector
Businesses Public Sector Businesses
Residential Sector
Residential Governments Residential
Affordable housing
Non-profits K-12 schools Non-profits
PHAs
Community colleges
Implementation
Public universities
agencies
20. How is Illinois Energy Now structured?
PUBLIC SECTOR - DCEO ELECTRIC & GAS UTILITIES
Local governments Privately-owned businesses
• Municipalities
Privately-owned industrial &
• Townships & county facilities
commercial facilities
Special units of local government
Private schools
• Library & park districts • Private K-12 schools
• Public safety • Private colleges
• Water reclamation districts • Private universities
State and federal agencies Not-for-profit
• Museums
Public schools • Foundations
• K-12 Public schools • Trade Organizations
• Public community colleges
• Public universities Residential
21. How is Illinois Energy Now funded?
Funded by a System Benefits Charge on utility customers’
monthly utility bill. Not by tax dollars.
Direct Benefit:
• Each $1 spent on energy efficiency saves $2-4
Indirect Benefits:
• Downward pressure on energy prices
• Consumers have more money to spend in the economy
• Increased jobs to meet economic stimulation
22. What is the IEN estimated budget?
Year Electric Natural Gas
2011 $54 million $15 million
2012 $55 million $22 million
2013 $55 million $30 million
23. Who has received IEN incentives?
Community
K-12 Schools College
23% 5%
University
Local Govt. 16%
49%
State
1%
Federal
6%
24. Where do electric savings come from?
Standard
HVAC
3%
Custom HVAC
Custom 1%
Other
Standard
18% Custom
Lighting
66% Exterior
Lighting
1%
Custom
Lighting
11%
25. Public Sector Load Reduction
1.20%
1.05%
annual energy savings goal
1.00%
public sector gross savings
0.80%
0.80% public sector savings
0.60%
0.60% 0.51%
0.42% 0.40%
0.40%
0.20% 0.23%
0.20%
0.00%
2009 2010 2011
• DCEO continues to exceed the legislative goals with its
public sector programs
• Additional savings from Market Transformation
26. Energy Efficient Building Act
Public Act 096-0778 was signed into law on August 28,
2009 amending the Energy Efficient Commercial
Building Act by including residential buildings which
became effective January 29, 2010.
Requires all new commercial and residential
construction to follow a comprehensive statewide
energy conservation code. Renovations, alterations,
additions, and repairs to most existing commercial and
residential buildings must follow the Illinois Energy
Conservation Code.
27. Building Industry Training &
Education
Programs to train students and the building
industry as well as to enhance the capacity of
efficiency service providers, in order to meet long-
term Program goals and includes:
1. Commercial & residential green building
practices
2. Building code and beyond code training
3. Building Operator Certification
(www.boccentral.org)
4. Illinois Home Performance with Energy Star
5. Trade Ally Network support and training
28. To Learn More about Illinois Energy Now
Contact
Agnes Mrozowski
Assistant Deputy Director
Illinois Energy Office
217.524.0933
agnes.mrozowski@illinois.gov
Or Visit
www.ilenergynow.org
29. Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
ACEEE State EE Scorecard Webinar
Michigan Public Service Commission
Robert G. Ozar, PE
Manager, Energy Efficiency
Electric Reliability Division
November 17, 2011
30. Overview of PA 295
• Michigan’s Public Act 295 was signed into law
on October 8, 2008.
• PA 295 is part of a comprehensive energy
package promoting private investment in
renewable energy and energy efficiency.
• “The overall goal of an energy optimization plan
shall be to reduce the future costs of provider
service to customers. In particular, an EO plan
shall be designed to delay the need for
constructing new electric generation facilities…”
• The Act sets very specific administrative
procedures and standards.
31. Overview of PA 295 (cont.)
• 65 utilities in Michigan are required to file energy
efficiency plans. The Act calls such plans
“Energy Optimization” (EO) plans.
• Targets are based on percentage reductions in
retail sales. The Act does not set standards for
electric peak reductions nor is power factor
recognized as contributing to electric generation
demand.
• Electric utility targets ramp to 1% of retail sales
in 2012, gas utility targets ramp to 0.5%.
32. EO Plan Design
• Most plans divide customers into two customer
groups: residential, and commercial/industrial
(C&I). In addition, about 10% of the total budget
is directed toward residential low-income
programs.
• C&I programs generally consist of two
foundational programs: (1) prescriptive rebates;
and (2) custom incentives, $/kWh.
• PA 295 limits education spending to 3% of
budget and pilot programs to 5% of budget.
33. Spending: The statewide three-year cumulative funding level for Energy
Optimization programs in Michigan is $410,541,330. The three-year cumulative
funding level can be divided into three categories: $161,597,672 for residential
(excluding low-income) programs, $171,362,521 for commercial and industrial
programs, and $58,158,540 for low income programs.
34.
35. Financial Incentive Mechanism
Maximum at 115% of Target : 15% of Spending
Utility Incentive Amount % of Target Met
Consumers Energy (Electric) $5,076,731 141%
Consumers Energy (Gas)
$3,407,064 126%
Detroit Edison
$6,200,000 177%
Michigan Consolidated Gas
$2,400,000 196%
36. 2009-2011 Low Income Funds
$58,158,540
Low Income EO Funds
CE Electric $5,918,889
DTE $10,761,250
Electric IOUs $1,056,804
Cooperatives $921,044
Municipals 1,017,871
CE Gas 24,335,558
MichCon $12,110,000
IOU Gas 2,037,124
Total $58,158,540
37. Energy Efficiency
Financing Program
Loans Approved 402
Loan Approval Rate 56%
Loans Closed 168
Average Loan Size Approved $7,398
Average Credit Score Approved 747
Authorized Contractors State-wide 210
Total Loan Value Issues $1,143,341
Average Electric Savings* 808kWh/year
Average Natural Gas Savings* 230 CCf/year
Average Utility Bill Savings* $389/year
38. Michigan C&I Success Story:
Consumers Energy
• $8.6 million in incentives so far this year to help
nearly 1,700 Michigan businesses.
• Reducing energy costs by $9.1 million per year
over projects lifecycles.
• Saving 81,629,805 kWh of electricity and
121,239 Mcf of natural gas annually.
• That’s enough electricity to serve about 9,070
residential customers, and enough natural gas
to serve more than 1,080 residential customers.
39. C&I Split for Consumers Energy
Consumers Energy C & I Program 2009-2010
$7,610,000,
43% Commercial
$9,960,000, Industrial
57%
40. General Motors Corporation
Incentive from Consumers Energy
• Awarded $97,000 to Flint’s GM Plant for
Lighting Upgrades.
41. MICHIGAN TURKEY PRODUCERS CO-OP INC.
Incentive from Consumers Energy
• 4.5 Million birds
processed per year
• $180,000 in rebates from
Consumers
• Installed and replaced
lighting in building.
• Improved efficiency and
improved working
conditions and made it
easier for workers to spot
defects while working.
42. General Motors
Incentive from Detroit Edison
Jerry S. Mendoza/Associated Press
General Motors' Orion Assembly plant in Lake Orion, Mich.
43. General Motors/Orion Assembly
Incentive from Detroit Edison
The plant project involved replacing 2,610 high-intensity discharge 465
watt fixtures to a six lamp T8 fluorescent fixture using 235 watts. Following
installation of the lighting upgrades, DTE Energy presented the plant with
an incentive rebate of $150,000.
44. Industrial Sector EE
Shortcomings
• Persistent energy cost control is heavily
dependant upon whole system design, not
isolated components
– EE programs tend to focus on isolated
components e.g. lighting
• Issue analogous to residential “whole
house” approach vs. ala carte
• Program implementation adverse to ESCO
performance contracting model
• Deep energy savings lost: lighting pays for
everything else
• Difficult to go back
45. Industry Sector Perspectives
• Disconnect between industry lobbyists and plant
managers.
– Executive management insists that in order to be competitive
they aggressively pursue all economic EE measures, and
therefore do not need mandatory programs (public benefits
fund).
– Plant managers say they are not doing all economic EE
measures - have projects in mind but can’t get funding
• Severe financial pressure on industrial sector
– Unprecedented number of plant closings in Michigan
– Declining asset value
– Shrinking capital renewal allowances
– Expensive financial models to evaluate high-performing
technology
– Short ROI desired
46. Regulatory Compromise
• PA 295 compromise: Formal self-directed
energy efficiency program vis-à-vis pure opt out
– Assumes that industry does in fact pursue energy
efficiency on their own
– Self-directed customers exempt from paying public
benefits charge (except for low-income)
– Must file brief application and biennial report
– Limited enforcement, but PSC authority to order
penalties for non-compliance.
– Customer targets are identical to utility targets. For
example, the 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 utility
targets are 1% each year.
49. Residential Building Energy Code
Adoption in the Midwest
As of September 2011
Code Level / Equivalence
No Mandatory
Statewide Code
Pre-2000 Code
2000 IECC
2003 IECC
2006 IECC
* * 2009 IECC
2009 Adopted by Major
Municipality
* In Process to 2009
50. Commercial Building Energy Code
Adoption in the Midwest
As of September 2011
Code Level / Equivalence
No Mandatory
Statewide Code
Pre-1999 Code
90.1-1999
90.-2001
90.1-2004
90.1-2007
90.1-2007 Adopted by
Major Municipality
51. Energy Efficiency Policies in the Midwest
2.0%
by 2015
2.5% 1.5%
2.0% 1.5% 2.0%
by 2017
by 2019 current by 2019
2.0%
1.4% 1.5%
current 1.0%
current
by 2012
1.5% 1.0% 0.63%
0.75%
current current
by 2012
1.0% 0.48%
current
0.5%
0.0%
Kentucky
Minnesota
North Dakota
Michigan
Wisconsin
Illinois
Missouri
Indiana
Kansas
Ohio
South Dakota
Nebraska
Iowa
Electricity Natural Gas
January 2011
52. Future Midwest Efficiency Targets and Funding
2010 $1.06 billion
2015 $1.58 billion
Minnesota Wisconsin
1.5% elec current
0.63% elec currently
1.5% gas current
0.48% gas currently Michigan
1% elec by 2012
0.75% gas by 2012
Iowa Ohio
1.4% elec currently 2% elec by 2019
1% gas currently gas in discussion
Illinois Indiana
2% elec by 2015 2% elec by 2019
1.5% gas by 2017 gas none yet
Kentucky
2010 EE funding Voluntary elec and gas
2015 EE funding Missouri
(projected) IRP process
Sept 2011
53. Discussion - Questions?
• What resources can MEEA or ACEEE provide
to assist other states?
• Are there programs that you want to learn
more about?
• We will be highlighting many programs – utility
and statewide – at the 2012 Midwest Energy
Solutions conference
– MEEAs Board has set aside travel funds for SEOs,
legislators & staff, Commissioner & staff and
nonprofit organizations to attend