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UniSource Energy Update

Explore Arizona's comprehensive energy efficiency programs aiming to reduce consumption and costs for residential and commercial customers. From the Guaranteed Home Program to Energy Smart Homes and financial incentives for energy-saving installations, these initiatives promote sustainability and reduce peak energy demand. Low-income households receive crucial support, improving their energy performance and safety. Additionally, educational outreach efforts engage the community in energy conservation practices. Discover how these programs, backed by $11 million in funding, are shaping a greener future in Arizona.

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UniSource Energy Update

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  1. UniSource EnergyUpdate Linda Douglas-Worthey Assistant Director, Conservation and Renewable Programs Arizona Energy Efficiency Community Outreach April 16, 2009 Phoenix, AZ

  2. UNS Service Territory and Companies TEP Electric Service Area Customers – 392,000 Sales – 9,201 GWh Peak Demand – 2,365 MW Kingman Flagstaff UNS Gas Service Areas Customers – 145,000 Sales – 109,925,000 therms UNS Electric Service Area Tucson Customers – 93,000 Sales – 1,611 GWh Peak Demand – 417 MW Nogales UNS Gas & Electric Service Area

  3. Regulatory - Approved $11.0 Million DSM *Net Societal Benefits for five year program portfolio (2008 – 2012)

  4. UNS Environmental Saving (approved 2008-2012)

  5. Approved Programs

  6. Guarantee Home Program (TEP) • Program launched 1998 • Based on Integrated Building Science • Quality Assurance Inspections and Testing • 5 yr Guarantee for Heating/Cooling Costs and Comfort • Lower electric rate • Rebates paid to builders • 50% of the market share in TEP’s service territory

  7. Energy Smart Home (UNSE & UNSG) • Programs launched 2008 • Market Transformation Program • Based on Integrated Building Science • Quality Assurance Inspections and Testing • Meets 2006 Energy Star Requirements • Rebates paid to Builders

  8. Efficient Home Cooling (TEP and UNSE) • Programs Launched 2008 • Rebates for installation of high efficiency AC and Heat Pumps with 14+ SEER Ratings • Save up to 20% of your cooling costs • Rebates directly to customers up to $250 per unit • Contractors receive $25/unit for each installation

  9. Efficient Home Heating (UNSG) • Rebates for installation of high efficiency furnaces with 90+ AFUE • Save up to $1,960 in heating costs over lifetime of equipment (Flagstaff) • Rebates directly to customers up to $325 per unit • Contractors receive $25/unit for each installation • Program Launched 2008

  10. Energy Star Lighting(TEP and UNSE) Manufacturer Buy-down Program • Retailer passes lower cost to customer • Customer purchases lamps directly from retailer • Wide variety of products available • In-store promotions and training • No coupons to send back • Program Lunch 2008 (TEP) • Program Launch 2008 (UNSE)

  11. Shade Trees (TEP and UNSE) TEP: Trees for Tucson • Trees for Tucson purchases and delivers trees • TEP provides funding to Trees for Tucson • Customer pays $8.00 per tree (total cost to customer) • Each tree will reduce cooling costs by up to $350 over it’s lifetime • Program Launch 2005 UNSE: Trees for You • UNSE provides coupons to customers • Customer purchases trees from retailer • UNSE credits $15.00 per tree to customer bill • Each tree will reduce cooling costs by up to $350 over it’s lifetime • Program Launch 2009

  12. Commercial Energy Solutions (TEP, UNSE, UNSG) Rebates to Install high efficiency equipment • Lighting • Refrigeration • Heating and Cooling • Motors • Air Compressors • Water heating and boilers (UNSG only) • Custom Measures Rebates paid directly to the customer (Large Business Program) Rebates paid to the contractor (Small Business Program)

  13. Low-Income WeatherizationTEP, UNSE and UNSG Improve Energy Performance in Low-Income Homes Improve Health and Safety in Low-Income Homes • Duct sealing • Replace broken windows • Insulation repair and replacement • HVAC repair and replacement • Combustion safety testing and repair • CFL lighting and refrigerator replacement NOTE: All programs work with Low-Income agencies approved by the State Energy Office.

  14. Education and OutreachTEP and UNSE General Energy Efficiency Education • Web-based energy analysis • Energy efficiency media campaigns • Educational web-sites Academic Education • K-12 Energy Education • Children’s Museum Exhibit Time-of Use Education • Brochures • Web-site • Promotional Ads

  15. Future Programs Under Evaluation • Tune-up, early retirement and duct repair • Existing home retro-fit (shade screens, window film, air sealing and insulation) • Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling • Energy Star Appliances • Solar Water Heaters in Low-Income Homes • Net-Zero Energy New Home Program • Direct Load Control

  16. Renewable Energy TEP – 2009 REST Budget $30 Million UNSE – 2009 REST Budget $ 5 Million • Commercial and Residential Rebates • Up-Front Incentive < 20 kW • Performance Based Incentive > 20 kW Visit tep.com or uesaz.com for details

  17. Questions??

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