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The Energy Network is Always Working to Connect with Residents
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The California Bear representing Energy Upgrade California with The Energy Network at CicLAvia Southeast cities
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From April to May 2016, The Energy Network has participated or hosted a wide array of events. Some of the events include hosting a corporate Lunch & Learn workshop at Advanced Bionics in Valencia for homeowners, a Participating Contractor Happy Hour in appreciation of contractors' work on behalf of the Home Upgrade program, and a booth at the CicLAvia Southeast cities and many Earth Day events. The Energy Network is always striving to reach as many residents, homeowners, and contractors that make the Home Upgrade program possible.
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The Energy Network representative thanking Participating Contractors for joining The Energy Network at the Participating Contractor Happy Hour
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The Energy Network's Lunch & Learn workshop at Advanced Bionics in Valencia
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To see the calendar of The Energy Network's upcoming events, or to request that The Energy Network participate at your upcoming event, visit our website.
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Home Upgrade is Selling Jobs for Participating Contractors
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Anco Design Builds Russ Gallo discusses with Sally and Greg Clifton their Home Upgrade project
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Last month, The Energy Network profiled a customer who participated in Home Upgrade. This month's article spotlights one of the contractors who make Home Upgrade projects happen: Anco Design Build.
Anco Design Build was established in 1981 and has been in business for 35 years. Gallo says, "We decided to become a Participating Contractor because we have a history of installing all of the energy saving measures that are offered by the Energy Network." But with Home Upgrade, his business is able to incentivize more customers to make the next step with their project. Gallo says, "Home Upgrade rebates can help jump start the sale because our clients like saving money. We have noticed a 28% increase in business in regards to energy saving upgrades." The program has also given Anco the support he needs to pilot new ways to maximize his customers' energy savings. "Currently, we have a new deal in the works... It's a complete package approach: HVAC system, attic insulation, radiant barrier protection, tankless water heater and a complete home window replacement." As part of becoming a Participating Contractor, Anco Design Build has access to training and support from The Energy Network, and is listed on both www.energyupgradeca.org and www.tenres.com. As Gallo says, "Home Upgrade makes sense for our customers and it is already our business model."
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About the Energy Network
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) authorized The Energy Network to serve public agencies and their constituencies throughout Southern California.
The Energy Network's mission is to harness the collective action of public agencies and their constituents and to help them save energy by providing needed resources and technical expertise.
This Program is administered by the County of Los Angeles and funded by California utility ratepayers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.
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Featured Agency: County of Los Angeles
Department of Parks and Recreation
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"I really appreciate the expertise of The Energy Network Team and the opportunity to learn from them"
-Changmii Bae, Park Planner, County of Los Angeles Parks and Recreation
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LA County's Parks and Recreation Department ("Parks and Rec" or "Department"), who oversees 179 local parks and natural areas, continues to shine as an energy efficiency leader within the County of Los Angeles.
Currently, there is a comprehensive effort underway to improve and enhance the facilities and services throughout the County. In March 2015, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion to initiate the Countywide Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment to help understand the future steps that need to be taken to ensure all communities have adequate access to thriving parks.
Since energy efficiency is a key component of thriving parks, the Department has been working with The Energy Network to receive customized services and support for their energy efficiency projects -- including retrofitting lighting fixtures at community parks that not only provide energy and cost savings but also increase security and reliability for the community. To date, Parks and Rec has 9 lighting and mechanical energy efficiency projects underway, which combined are expected to provide an annual cost savings of over $92,000 - on top of the $200,000 in annual savings already captured from projects completed through The Energy Network program. Moreover, the Department is planning to implement an additional 14 projects in 2017 -- estimated to save another $273,000 annually. In total, the annual energy savings captured from all projects will be over 3 million kWh and 64,000 therms, which is equivalent to 1,424 tons of avoided GHG emissions. Once all projects are complete, The Energy Network will have assisted Parks and Rec with securing over $730,000 in incentives to help pay for these projects.
In addition to supporting energy efficiency projects, The Energy Network supports Parks and Rec by participating on the Department's Energy and Water Taskforce to provide objective third-party expertise.
To learn more about the about these projects or to find out how you can access these services, visit www.energynetwork.com or email us at:
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