Capacity-Based Load Response

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1 Capacity-Based Load Response Reduce energy on demand and earn significant financial benefits Businesses with the flexibility to manage interruptions can earn savings with our market-based compensation plan. Rider CLR7 allows participants to get paid for load reductions. Businesses may participate even if ComEd is not their energy provider. But Rider CLR7 is only for businesses that have firm methods for reducing their energy load. Participants willing to commit will receive market-based compensation for energy they don t use. Participants will even receive compensation when no interruptions are requested. However, nonperformance penalties will be assessed to participants not complying with requests for load reductions between June 1 and September 30.

2 Capacity-Based Load Response What are the requirements to participate? Capacity-Based Load Response is available to nonresidential retail customers who: n Have interval recording meters or have a ComEd waiver indicating they have an alternative method to measure load response n Meet the requirements of the PJM Capacity-Based Load Response program n Agree to provide at least 100 kilowatts whenever a load response curtailment is requested Note: Load response already committed, as capacity, to ComEd, PJM or other Curtailment Service Providers under other tariffs or contracts are not eligible for Capacity-Based Load Response. What are the program options? Participants can choose from two plans: Firm Service Level or Guaranteed Load Drop. Each has a different payment formula. Your Account Manager can help you determine which is best for you. Firm Service Level Defined: The ability to reduce loads to specified levels Guaranteed Load Drop Defined: The ability to reduce load by a specified amount What is the financial benefit? Participants will receive a single annual payment equal to the total credit(s) earned less any penalties for failure to fulfill a curtailment request between June 1 and September 30. In the event a participant s reduction(s) is greater than the earned credit(s), the participant will not receive additional compensation. Payments and balances will be sent to the participant by December 31 of each year. How much notice will participants receive before interruptions? Participants can choose a Short Lead Time (30 minutes minimum) or a Long Lead Time (90 minutes minimum). The incentive amount does not vary by lead time. How often will interruptions occur? Participants agree to up to 15 curtailment periods per year beginning June 1 and ending May 31 of the following year. How long can each interruption last? Participants will be asked to reduce their load no fewer than 2 hours and no more than 8 hours, per curtailment. Interruptions can be called any time between 11:00 am (CST) and 7:00 pm (CST). Penalty for participant s failure to interrupt. The participant will be responsible for any penalties or other economic consequences assessed to the Company by PJM as a result of the Participant s failure to comply with an Event initiated by PJM or the Company. See your ComEd Account Manager for more details or call ComEd1 ( ). This information on the ComEd load response program is intended strictly to provide information on this program and is not a solicitation for any ComEd retail electric supply tariffs or services Commonwealth Edison Company CSP-SR-R

3 Trade Ally Application trade ally program overview The ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business Program helps business customers reduce their energy use. ComEd offers incentives, training, and energy information services to customers to improve energy efficiency. ComEd Smart Ideas Trade Allies are contractors, engineers, energy service companies (ESCOs) or architects who have been educated on the program and have agreed to follow the program s rules and processes. Trade Allies are important outreach partners. They help businesses learn about ComEd s energy efficiency programs and incentives. Trade Allies qualify for discounted registration fees for Smart Ideas for Your Business workshops and have access to program marketing tools. to apply Please complete pages 1 and 2 of this form and submit the signed original to: ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business 444 E. Roosevelt Rd, #338 Lombard, IL The ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business team will review all applications, verify the information provided and contact the references listed. If any information is missing or inadequate, we will contact you to request an update. Upon verification of all items, your company name and contact information will be posted on the ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business Trade Ally Reference Listing web page. IMPORTANT: The information completed in the Company Information section of the application will be the information included in the Trade Ally Reference Listing. ComEd provides the list of energy efficient equipment and service providers for informational purposes only. ComEd makes no warranty of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, the warranty of merchantability or fitness for purpose. Under no circumstances will ComEd be liable for indirect, special, consequential, punitive or exemplary damages. Please contact us with any questions via phone, fax or . questions? Phone: Fax: comedsmartideas@kema.com (include ComEd Trade Ally Question in the subject line) 5/23/08

4 COMPANY INFO Company Name Contact Name Position Company President/ Owner Number of Full-Time Employees in Illinois office(s) Business location(s) in Illinois Address City, State, Zip Phone Fax Corporate Parent Name Licenses and Services Check all services that your firm provides. o Architectural services o Consulting services o Design services o Distribution o Equipment vendor o HVAC o Installation services o Lighting o Manufacturing o Motors o Refrigeration o Sales o Engineering services (please list): o Other (please list): List all professional licenses or certifications held by your firm and individuals within your firm (use additional paper if necessary). License # issued To class description expiration Date 5/23/08

5 REFERENCES AND WORK HISTORY Number of energy efficiency projects your firm has installed over the last three years: 2006: 2007: 2008: Provide the business name, contact name, contact phone number and address for three energy efficiency project references. Reference # 1 Reference # 2 Reference # 3 Contact Name Contact Name Contact Name Business Name Business Name Business Name Street Street Street City State Zip City State Zip City State Zip Phone Phone Phone Address Address Address I (or an employee of my company) have attended a ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business Trade Ally Workshop or similar training. Seminar or Meeting Attended: Location and Date Attended: The application is subject to the Terms and Conditions, which are incorporated here by reference. By signing below, the Company agrees to be bound by the attached Terms and Conditions and certifies that the above information is correct and properly represents the Company. Signature Title date Name (please print) Please complete Pages 1 and 2 of this form and submit the signed original to: Smart Ideas for Your Business 444 E. Roosevelt Rd, #338 Lombard, IL 60148

6 terms and conditions 1. Company shall offer and provide the services to ComEd s customers in accordance with the terms and conditions of the ComEd Smart Ideas for You Business Program (the Program ) attached hereto as Exhibit A. 2. COMPANY IS NOT A CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR OR AGENT OF COMED. COMED SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR CLAIMS OF ANY KIND, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY), OR OTHERWISE, FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE SUSTAINED OR INCURRED BY ANY THIRD PARTY RELATING TO THIS TRADE ALLY APPLICATION OR THE PERFORMANCE OF SERVICES OR PARTICIPATION BY COMPANY IN THE PROGRAM. COMPANY HEREBY RELEASES COMED FROM ALL LIABILITY FOR SUCH CLAIMS. COMPANY SHALL, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD HARMLESS COMED AND ITS AFFILIATES, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES AND REPRESENTATIVES FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL LOSSES, CLAIMS, DAMAGES, EXPENSES (INCLUDING ATTORNEYS FEES AND COSTS) AND LIABILITIES ARISING OUT OF OR BASED UPON PROPERTY DAMAGE OR BODILY INJURY TO ANY PERSON CAUSED BY OR RELATED TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE SERVICES OR PARTICIPATION BY COMPANY IN THE PROGRAM. 3. Except as otherwise permitted herein, Company shall not refer to ComEd or any company affiliated with ComEd in any advertising or other publication in connection with Company s participation in the Program or work performed by Company under the Program, without the prior written approval of ComEd. Except as otherwise permitted herein, Company shall not, either directly or indirectly, publish or disclose any photographs, images, logos, copyrighted or trademark protected information of ComEd or its affiliates; or use such information for the benefit of itself or any other person or entity without the prior written consent of ComEd. 4. Company acknowledges and agrees that Company s participation in the Program is in no way to be construed as an endorsement by ComEd of Company s work.

7 exhibit a COMED SMART IDEAS FOR YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAM Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd) is offering incentives under the ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business Program (the Program ) to facilitate the implementation of cost-effective energy-efficiency improvements for non-residential (commercial and industrial) customers. Funds are available on a first come, first served basis. Program and Project Eligibility Incentives are available under the ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business Program to non-residential customers within ComEd s service territory. These incentives are available to all customers who receive their electricity over ComEd wires regardless of which retail electric supplier the customer has chosen to purchase power from. Public buildings such as government and schools should refer to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Program. Energy efficient equipment or services purchased, contracted for or work conducted prior to June 1, 2008 is not eligible for an incentive. Fuel-switching (i.e., from oil or natural gas to electric equipment), renewable, or combined heat and power technologies do not qualify for incentives. The energy savings from installed measures must occur on a meter with an eligible rate schedule. Most non-residential rate schedules are eligible. Please contact ComEd for a list of rate schedules and specific guidelines on eligibility. Incentive Payment Limits The total incentive paid cannot exceed 100 percent of the incremental measure cost 1 and 50 percent of the total project cost. Contractor labor costs can be considered in project cost. Internal customer labor costs should not be included in project costs. There is a limit of $100,000 in incentives per program year (June 1, 2008 to May 31, 2009) per facility. A facility is defined as contiguous property for which a single customer is responsible for paying the ComEd electricity bill. Customers with multiple facilities may receive up to $100,000, per year, per facility including all prescriptive, custom and retrocommissioning projects. Pre-approval All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a Pre-Approval Application to reserve funding. A Pre-Approval must be submitted at least fourteen days prior to project installation. The pre-approval process assures that the calculations and methodology used to estimate the energy impacts meet the program requirements. Incentives will be based on the actual energy savings achieved as determined in the final application and the pre-approval process is not a guarantee of an incentive. The incentives for certain measures may be disallowed or reduced if a Pre-Approval Application is not submitted and ComEd is unable to determine measure eligibility due to an inability to document qualifying pre-retrofit equipment. A Pre-Approval Application and pre-inspection are required to receive an incentive for the Permanent Lamp Removal and the Linear Fluorescent T8 or T5 New Fixture measures. ComEd will review the Pre-Approval Application for completeness of customer information. Funds will be reserved for 90 days, unless an applicant requests, and is granted an extension. A letter acknowledging reservation of funds and the reservation expiration date will be sent to the applicant. The program team reserves the right to contact the customer after 30 days to ensure that the project is moving forward and may cancel the commitment based on the customer s response. Funds that have been reserved are not transferable to other projects, facilities, and/or customers. A waiting list will be established if funds become fully subscribed. Final Application The Final Application must be submitted within 60 days of project completion. Project documentation, such as copies of dated invoices for the purchase and installation of the measures and/or product specification sheets, is required. The location or business name on the invoice must be consistent with the application information. Final Applications and all required supporting documentation should be received by May 31, to be applicable for the program year. 1 The definition of incremental measure cost depends on whether the measure being installed is considered to be a replacement or a retrofit. Measures such as premium motors and cooling equipment are considered to be replacement measures. Most lighting and refrigeration measures are considered to be retrofit measures. For replacement measures, the incremental measure cost is defined as the cost to purchase and install the energy efficient equipment minus the cost to purchase and install similar equipment that would meet federal and local energy standards but not qualify for an incentive under this program. For retrofit measures, the incremental measure cost is simply the cost to purchase and install the qualifying measures

8 The incentive amount cannot exceed 100 percent of the incremental measure cost and 50 percent of the total project cost. The project invoice should provide sufficient detail to separate the cost of the project items from the cost of other services such as repairs and building code compliance. ComEd reserves the right to request additional supporting documentation as deemed necessary to ensure measure eligibility and verify that the expected energy savings will occur. All customer information will be held in confidence. Requested information could include: equipment purchase dates, installation dates, proof that the equipment is operational, manufacturer specifications, warranty information, and proof of customer co-payment. Application Submittal Process Verify that your project is eligible and meets the project requirements as set forth in the Application. Then: 1. Customer submits a Pre-Approval Application to ComEd. For some measures, a Pre-Approval Application is required. A separate application is required for each facility per application ComEd will conduct an initial review of the application for program eligibility and in some, cases, may conduct a pre-retrofit inspection of the facility. ComEd will reserve incentive funds for 90 days and will notify the applicant by mail that funds have been reserved. 3. Customer, or their Contractor, installs the qualifying equipment according to the specifications, terms, and conditions as set forth in this application and the ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business Policy and Procedure Manual. 4. Customer submits the Final Application with all required documentation within 60 days of project completion. Note: A copy of the Pre-Approval Application can be used by simply checking the box that says Final Application at the top of the form and noting any changes regarding what was actually installed. 5. ComEd will review the project documentation and may conduct a post-retrofit inspection of the facility where the measures were installed. Incentives check will be sent out within 4 to 6 weeks after the approval of the Final Application. Application Review Process Pre-Approval Applications are not a guarantee of program acceptance. ComEd will review final applications for eligibility and completeness. Completed applications will be reviewed in the order received. Funds are reserved for the project until ComEd receives a complete application and determines that the project meets the program eligibility requirements as set forth in the policy and procedures manual. Applicants who submit incomplete applications will be notified of deficiencies upon review of the application and could lose their place in line in the review process until all requested information is received. Applicants are encouraged to call the program hotline if they have any questions about documentation requirements. Inspections ComEd reserves the right to inspect all projects to verify compliance with the program rules and verify the accuracy of project documentation. This may include pre-installation and/or post-installation inspections, detailed lighting layout descriptions, metering, data collection, interviews, and utility bill data analyses. The customer must allow access to purchase documents and the facility where the measures were installed for a period of 3 years after receipt of incentive payment by ComEd. Tax Liability Incentives are taxable and if greater than $600, will be reported to the IRS unless the customer is exempt. ComEd is not responsible for any taxes that may be imposed on your business as a result of your receipt of this incentive. Disclaimer ComEd does not guarantee the energy savings and does not offer any warranties associated with the measures eligible for incentives under this program. ComEd has no obligations regarding any claims or promises made by contractors and equipment vendors that sell or install qualifying measures. 2 If there are multiple facilities, such as chain stores, please contact ComEd for assistance in filling out the multiple applications.

9 Whole Building Energy Usage Data for ENERGY STAR Benchmarking Portfolio Manager is the ENERGY STAR program s free online software tool for tracking energy and water use, and rating the energy performance of selected building types. The tool enables users to: Track multiple energy and water meters Benchmark facilities relative to past performance View percent improvement in weather-normalized source energy Monitor energy and water costs Verify building energy performance Determine energy performance ratings For many building types, Portfolio Manager can provide an EPA energy performance rating. EPA s national energy performance ratings are derived from U.S. energy and facility data, and account for the impact of weather variations and key physical and operating characteristics of each building. The Energy Star rating system allows owners and operators of commercial buildings to compare their buildings energy performance to that of similar buildings throughout the U.S. By benchmarking their entire portfolio of buildings, organizations can improve their approach to controlling energy costs by identifying top performing buildings that exemplify best practices within their organization, and by identifying below-average performers to prioritize upgrade investment opportunities. The rating is calculated on a 1-to-100 scale using basic data regarding the buildings physical attributes, operating characteristics, location, and monthly energy consumption. The rating is derived by analyzing the primary drivers of facility energy consumption and their relative impact on energy use based on the survey results in the Department of Energy (DOE), Energy Information Agency s (EIA), Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS), as well as other industry-specific data sets. Using this market data describing facility energy consumption and characteristics, EPA creates a model for each facility type, which normalizes energy use based on a facility s specific climate, weather, space use, and energy consumption characteristics, and scores it relative to its peers. Buildings that score a 75 or higher and maintain a healthy indoor environment are eligible to receive the ENERGY STAR for Buildings label. Buildings eligible to receive the ENERGY STAR label include: offices, K-12 schools, hotels, hospitals, supermarkets/grocery stores, financial centers, bank branches, court houses, warehouses, residence halls & dormitories, and medical offices. Beginning in June, ComEd will have a web-based application available that will allow Facility Managers to retrieve their whole building consumption usage data for input into the Portfolio Manager. Facility Managers will be able to query the application by providing the building address and a date range. The application will allow the Facility Manager to receive reoccurring whole building consumption usage data. In the future, there will be built-in functionality that will allow Facility Managers to have their building usage data automatically submitted into the EPA Portfolio Manager. Our commitment to conservation By addressing the real and global concern of climate change locally, we can all live in a more environmentally sustainable world. That s the mission of ComEd s Smart Ideas for Your Business program. To achieve this goal, we are working to increase the use of renewable sources of energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and provide you with the tools you need to conserve energy. Together, we can help lower everyone s carbon footprint, save you money, and create a brighter future for everyone. 6/03/08

10 HVAC incentives Equipment Type Size Category Qualifying Efficiency Incentive (per ton) < 65,000 Btuh (5.4 tons) 14 SEER 15 SEER $15.00 $30.00 Unitary and Split Air Conditioning Systems and Air Source Heat Pumps 65,000 Btuh and < 240,000 Btuh ( tons) 240,000 Btuh and < 760,000 Btuh (21 63 tons) 11.5 EER / 11.9 IPLV 12 EER / 12.4 IPLV 10.5 EER / 10.9 IPLV 10.8 EER / 12.0 IPLV $15.00 $30.00 $15.00 $ ,000 Btuh (> 63 tons) 9.7 EER / 11.0 IPLV 10.2 EER / 11.0 IPLV $15.00 $30.00 Water-Cooled Chillers ALL Level 1 (see specifications) Level 2 (see specifications) $20.00 $40.00 Air-Cooled Chillers ALL 1.04 kw/ton-iplv $30.00 Room Air Conditioners ALL Level 1 (see specifications) Level 2 (see specifications) $30.00 $50.00 PTAC/PTHP ALL ( x Btuh/1000) EER $30.00 Variable Speed Drive on HVAC Motors $25 per Horsepower for Chillers $50 per Horsepower for Fans and Pumps Demand Control Ventilation for Kitchen Exhaust Hoods New Hood $300 per Exhaust fan Horsepower Retrofit Hood $400 per Exhaust fan Horsepower HVACCutSheet09/10

11 specifications for hvac measures Unitary and Split Air Conditioning Systems and Air Source Heat Pumps New unitary air conditioning units or air source heat pumps that meet or exceed the qualifying cooling efficiency shown in the HVAC Incentive Worksheet Table are eligible for an incentive. They can be either split systems or single package units. The efficiency of split systems is based on an ARI reference number. Water-cooled systems, evaporative coolers, and water source heat pumps do not qualify under this program, but may qualify for a custom incentive. All packaged and split system cooling equipment must meet Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) standards (210/240, 320 or 340/360), be UL listed, use a minimum ozone-depleting refrigerant (e.g., HCFC or HFC). All required efficiencies are based on the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) high efficiency commercial air conditioning and heat pump specifications ( A manufacturer s specification sheet indicating the system efficiency must accompany the application. Disposal of the existing unit must comply with local codes and ordinances. Water- and Air-cooled Chillers Chillers are eligible for an incentive if they have a rated kw/ ton for the Integrated Part Load Value (IPLV) that is less than or equal to the qualifying Level 1 or Level 2 efficiency shown in the table below. The chiller efficiency rating must be based on ARI Standard 550/ for IPLV conditions and not based on full-load conditions. The chillers must meet ARI standards 550/ , be UL listed, and use a minimum ozone-depleting refrigerant (e.g., HCFC or HFC). The ARI net capacity value should be used to determine the chiller tons. A manufacturer s specification sheet with the rated kw/ton-iplv or COP-IPLV must accompany the application. Qualifying efficiencies for chillers are summarized below. Chiller Type Scroll or Helical-Rotary Centrifugal Reciprocating Air-Cooled Size (Tons) < to 300 >= 300 < to 300 >= 300 ALL ALL Level 1 kw/ton IPLV Level 2 kw/ton IPLV NA requirements and eligible equipment are listed in the CEE high efficiency room air conditioning specifications ( These units are with and without louvered sides, without reverse cycle (i.e., heating), and casement. The qualifying efficiencies for both levels are provided below. Disposal of existing unit must comply with local codes and ordinances. Size (Btuh) < 8,000 (<.67 tons) 8,000 13,999 ( tons) 14,000 19,999 ( tons) >= 20,000 (> 1.7 tons) Level ENERGY STAR (EER) Level 2 SEHA Tier 1 (EER) Package Terminal AC and Heat Pump Units (PTAC/PTHP) Package terminal air conditioners and heat pumps are throughthe-wall self contained units that are 2 tons (24,000 Btuh) or less. Only units that have an EER greater than or equal to ( * Capacity / 1000), where capacity is in Btuh, qualify for the incentive. All EER values must be rated at 95 F outdoor drybulb temperature. Variable Speed Drives on HVAC Motors Variable-speed drives (VSDs) which are installed on existing chillers, HVAC fans, HVAC pumps and package units are eligible for this incentive. New chillers with integrated VSDs are eligible under the chiller incentive. VSDs on new equipment are not eligible. The installation of a VSD must accompany the permanent removal or disabling of any throttling devices such as inlet vanes, bypass dampers, and throttling valves. VSDs for non- HVAC applications may be eligible for a custom incentive. The incentive is per controlled HP. Demand Control Ventilation for Kitchen Exhaust Hoods The measure consists of installing a control system that varies the exhaust rate of kitchen ventilation (exhaust and/or makeup air fans) based on the energy and effluent output from the cooking appliances (i.e., the more heat and smoke/vapors generated, the more ventilation needed). This involves installing a temperature sensor in the hood exhaust collar and/or an optic sensor on the end of the hood that senses cooking conditions and allows the system to automatically vary the rate of exhaust to what is needed by adjusting the fan speed accordingly. Room Air Conditioners Room air conditioning units are through-the-wall (or built-in) self-contained units that are 2 tons or less. There are two eligible efficiency levels as listed by the CEE ( A unit can either qualify under ENERGY STAR standards or under Super Efficient Home Appliance (SEHA) Tier 1 standards. The minimum HVACCutSheet09/10

12 lighting incentives Equipment Type Incentive Unit Hardwired Compact Fluorescent Fixtures 29W or Less 30W or Greater Permanent Lamp Removal (Pre-Approval Application Is Required) Remove 4-foot Lamp Remove 8-foot Lamp Remove 4-foot Lamp with Reflector Remove 8-foot Lamp with Reflector High Performance or Reduced Wattage 4-foot T8 4-foot Lamp and Ballast 4-foot Reduced Watt Lamp Only Reduced Wattage 8-foot T8 8-foot Lamp and Ballast 8-foot Lamp Only Specialty T8 Lamps and Ballasts 4-foot U Tube and Ballast 2-foot Lamp and Ballast Lamp 3-foot Lamp and Ballast $5.00 Lamp LED Lighting LED T-1 or Electroluminescent Exit Signs $20.00 Signs LED Lamp/Fixture $10.00 Lamp LED Open Sign $40.00 Fixture LED Channel Sign 2 feet Interior $10.00 Letter LED Channel Sign > 2 feet Interior $25.00 Letter LED Channel Sign 2 feet Outdoor $6.00 Letter LED Channel Sign > 2 feet Outdoor $20.00 Letter Metal Halide Integrated Ballast Ceramic Metal Halide Lamps $5.00 Fixture Pulse Start or Ceramic, 100W or Less $20.00 Fixture Pulse Start or Ceramic, 101W 200W $35.00 Fixture Pulse Start or Ceramic, 201W 350W $40.00 Fixture Induction Lighting Interior Induction Fixture $30.00 Fixture Cold Cathode Cold Cathode $3.00 Lamp Controls Occupancy Sensors Plug Load Occupancy Sensor Bi-Level Stairwell /Hall /Garage Fixtures w/ integrated sensors T8/T5 New Fluorescent Fixtures with Electronic Ballast (Pre-Approval Application is Required) Brief Project Description (include quantity and fixture wattages) or attach an itemized project plan. $25.00 $50.00 $6.00 $8.00 $12.00 $16.00 $5.00 $1.00 $6.00 $1.00 $3.00 $3.00 $0.09 $20.00 $25.00 $0.30 or maximum $100 / fixture Fixture Fixture Lamp Lamp Lamp Lamp Lamp Lamp Lamp Lamp Lamp Connected Watts Controlled Sensor Fixture Watts Reduced 1 LightCutSheet09/10

13 lighting specifications All lighting projects are expected to comply with the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) recommended lighting levels or the local code. Hardwired Compact Fluorescent Fixtures For interior hardwired CFL fixtures, only complete new fixtures or modular hardwired retrofits with hardwired electronic ballasts qualify. The CFL ballast must be programmed start or programmed rapid start with a power factor (PF) 90 and a total harmonic distortion (THD) 20%. Screw in CFLs are not eligible for an incentive. Permanent Lamp Removal (Pre-approval Required) Incentives are paid for the permanent removal of existing fluorescent lamps. Permanent lamp removal is the net reduction in the quantity of lamps after a project is completed. Customers are responsible for determining whether or not to use reflectors in combination with lamp removal in order to maintain adequate lighting levels. Lighting levels are expected to meet the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) recommended light levels. Unused lamps, lamp holders, and ballasts must be permanently removed from the fixture and disposed of in accordance with local regulations. This measure is applicable when retrofitting from T12 lamps to T8 lamps or reconfiguring a T8 fixture to reduce the number of lamps. Removing lamps from a T12 fixture that is not being retrofitted with T8 lamps are not eligible for this incentive. A pre-approval application is required for lamp removal projects in order for ComEd to conduct a pre-retrofit inspection. High Performance 4-foot T8 Lamps and Ballast This measure consists of replacing existing T12 lamps and magnetic ballasts with high performance T8 lamps and electronic ballasts. This measure is based on the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) high performance T8 specification ( and is summarized below. A list of qualified lamps and ballasts can be found at: Both the lamp and ballast must meet the specification in order to qualify for an incentive. Incentives for this measure are calculated per lamp installed. A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application. (see table 1 on this page). Reduced Wattage 4-foot T8 Lamps and Ballast Incentives are available for replacing T12 systems with reduced wattage lamp and electronic ballast systems. The lamps and ballasts must meet the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) specification ( Qualified lamps and ballast products can be found at Both the lamp and ballast must qualify in order to receive an incentive for the system. Incentives are calculated per lamp installed. A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application (see table 2 on next page). Performance Characteristics for Systems Mean System Efficiency Performance Characteristics for Lamps Color Rendering Index (CRI) Minimum Initial Lamp Lumens Lamp Life Lumen Maintenance or Minimum Mean Lumens Performance Characteristics for Ballasts Ballast Efficacy Factor (BEF) BEF=(BFx100)/Ballast Input Watts Ballast Frequency Power Factor Total Harmonic Distortion Table 1. High Performance 4-foot T-8 Lamps and Ballasts Lamps Mean Lumens per Watt (MLPW) for Instant Start Ballasts 88 MLPW for Programmed Rapid Start Ballasts Lumens* 24,000 Hours 94 % or 2900 Mean Lumens Instant Start Ballast (BEF) Low BF 0.85 Norm 0.85 < BF 1.0 > 3.08 > 3.11 > 1.60 > Programmed Rapid Start Ballast (BEF) to 33 khz or 40 khz % High BF 1.01 NA > NA * for lamp with color temperatures 4500K, 2950 minimum initial lamp lumens are allowed. 2 LightCutSheet09/10

14 Table 2. Reduced Wattage 4-Foot Lamps and Ballasts Performance Characteristics for Lamps 1 Mean System Efficacy 90 MLPW Color Rendering Index (CRI) Lumens for 28 W Minimum Initial Lamp Lumens 2400 Lumens for 25 W Lamp Life 2 18,000 hrs at three hours per start Lumen Maintenance -or- Minimum Mean Lumens 3 Performance Characteristics for 28 and 25 W Ballasts Ballast Frequency Power Factor Total Harmonic Distortion Based on: (1) Type of ballast (2) No. of lamps driven by ballast (3) Ballast Factor Performance Characteristics for Ballasts 4, 25 W systems Ballast Efficacy Factor (BEF) Instant-Start Ballast (BEF) BEF = [BF x 100] / All Ballast Lamps Ballast Input Watts Factor Ranges Based on: (1) Type of ballast (2) No. of lamps driven by ballast (3) Ballast Factor Lamps 4500 K and/or hours have a system efficiency specified 88 MLPW. Minimum initial and mean lumen levels are specified as follows: for 28 W lamps, limits are 2600/2340. For 25 W lamps, limits are 2300/ Life rating is based on an instant Start Ballast tested in acccordance with ANSI protocols. When used for Program Start Ballast, life may be increased depending upon the operating hours per start. 3 Mean lumens measures at 7,200 hours. 20 to 33 khz or 40 khz % Permanent Performance Lamp Characteristics Removal (Pre-Approval for Ballasts 4 Application, 28 W systems Is Required) Ballast Efficacy Factor (BEF) Instant-Start Ballast (BEF) BEF = [BF x 100] / Ballast Input Watts 94% -or Lumens for 28 W 2256 Lumens for 25 W Lamps All Ballast Factor Ranges 4 Multi-Voltage Ballasts must meet or exceed the listed Ballast Efficiency Factor when operated on at least one of the intended operating voltages. Reduced Wattage 4-foot T8 Lamps Incentives are also available when replacing 32 Watt T8 lamps with reduced wattage T8 lamps when an electronic ballast is already present. The lamps must be reduced wattage and meet the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) specification ( Qualified products can be found at: The nominal wattage of the new lamp must be 28W ( 2585 Lumens) or 25W ( 2400 Lumens) to qualify. A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application. Reduced Wattage 8-foot T8 Lamps and Ballast This measure is for the replacement of existing T12 lamps and magnetic ballasts with reduced wattage 8-foot T8s lamps and electronic ballasts. Lamps must have a minimum MLPW of 90 and must have a nominal wattage of less than 57W. A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application. Reduced Wattage 8-foot T8 Lamps Incentives are also available for replacing 59 Watt T8 lamps with reduced wattage 8-foot T8 lamps. Lamps must have a minimum MLPW of 90 and must have a nominal wattage of less than 57W. A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application. U-tube T8 Lamps and CEE Qualified Ballasts This measure consists of replacing existing U-tube T12 lamps and magnetic ballasts with U-tube T8 lamps and CEE qualified electronic ballasts. The lamp must have a color rendering index (CRI) 80. Qualified ballasts can be found at: A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application. 2 and 3-foot T8 Lamps and Ballasts This measure consists of replacing existing T12 lamps and magnetic ballasts with T8 lamps and electronic ballasts. The lamp must have a color rendering index (CRI) 80 and the ballast must have a total harmonic distortion (THD) 32% at full light output, and the power factor (PF) must be A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application. Exit Signs High-efficiency exit signs must replace or retrofit an existing incandescent exit sign. Electroluminescent, photoluminescent, T1 cold cathode and light-emitting diode (LED) exit signs are eligible under this category. All new exit signs or retrofit exit signs must be UL 924 listed, have a minimum lifetime of 10 years, and have an input wattage 5 Watts per face. LED Lighting LED recessed downlight luminaries up to 18 Watts or screw-in base lamps qualify. The LED recessed downlight must have a minimum efficacy of 35 lumens per Watt. The product must meet ENERGY STAR version 1.1 criteria. LED lamps with ANSI sockets will will qualify based on the July, 2009 ENERGY STAR specification. See for more information. LED lamps and downlight luminaries over 18 Watts may qualify for custom incentives. LED Channel Signs LED channel sign incentives are available for retrofitting or replacing incandescent, HID, argon-mercury or neon-lighted channel letter signs. Replacement signs cannot use more than 20% of the actual input power of the sign that is replaced. Maximum letter height determines incentive category. LED Open Sign LED open signs must replace an existing neon open sign. Replacement signs cannot use more than 20% of the actual input power of the sign that is replaced. 3 LightCutSheet09/10

15 lighting specifications (cont.) Integrated Ballast Ceramic Metal Halide Lamps Qualifying lamps are 25 watt or less integrated ballast ceramic metal halide PAR lamps with a rated life of 10,500 hours or greater. Metal Halide Fixtures Pulse Start or Ceramic This incentive applies to retrofits of high intensity discharge fixtures with either pulse start metal halide or ceramic metal halide fixtures. Total replacement wattage must be lower than existing wattage to insure energy savings. Retrofit kits may be used on existing mercury vapor, standard metal halide or high pressure sodium fixtures only. Interior Induction Fixtures Only new, hard-wired induction fixtures qualify. New fixtures must replace, one for one, existing incandescent, mercury vapor, T12/High Output fluorescent, T12/Very High Output fluorescent, standard metal halide, or high pressure sodium fixtures in interior installations. The new fixtures must not exceed the maximum Wattage listed in the table below for each range of lamp Wattage being replaced. Basecase Wattage 400 Watt 360W Watt 180W Watt 160W 100 Watt Replacement Fixture Wattage (Maximum) 95W Cold Cathode All Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps (CCFLs) must replace incandescent lamps that are between 10 and 40 Watts. Cold cathode lamps may be medium (Edison) or candelabra base. Product must be rated for at least 18,000 average life hours. Occupancy Sensors Passive infrared, ultrasonic detectors and fixture-integrated sensors or sensors with a combination thereof are eligible. All sensors must be hard-wired and control interior lighting fixtures. The incentive is per Watt controlled. To assist in rebate processing, please provide the inventory of the controlled fixtures with the Final Application. Plug Load Occupancy Sensor This rebate applies to passive infrared and/or ultrasonic detectors only. Plug-load sensors must control electricity using equipment in offices or cubicles, including lighting, shared copiers, and/or printers. Bi-Level Stairwell/Hall/Garage Fixtures with Integrated Sensors Existing fixtures must be a two-lamp T12 fixture. Eligible fixtures are hardwired two-lamp T8 fluorescent fixtures with electronic ballasts and manufacturer integrated occupancy sensors used in areas where code requires lighting 24 hours a day (such as stairwells, halls, and garages). Fixtures with manual override capabilities are not eligible. During occupied periods, the fixture should operate at full light output. During unoccupied periods, the fixture should operate at lower light output and wattage. This measure is not also eligible for the occupancy sensor or T12 to T8 incentive. T8/T5 New Fluorescent Fixtures with Electronic Ballast (Example Highbay Fixtures) (Pre-approval Required) This measure consists of replacing one or more existing fixtures with new fixtures containing T8 or T5 lamps and electronic ballasts. The T8 or T5 lamps must have a color rendering index (CRI) 80. The electronic ballast must be high frequency ( 20 khz), UL listed, and warranted against defects for 5 years. Ballasts must have a power factor (PF) Ballasts for 4-foot lamps must have total harmonic distortion (THD) 20% at full light output. For 2- and 3-foot lamps, ballasts must have THD 32% at full light output. High output T5/T8 lamps also qualify for this rebate. This incentive can be used in highbay and lowbay fluorescent applications. Incentives for this measure are calculated based on the reduction in connected watts. A Pre-approval Application is required for this measure in order for ComEd to conduct a pre-retrofit inspection. Specifications of the new fixtures, lamps and ballasts, must accompany the final application. Incentives are only available for new fixtures and the maximum incentive amount is $100 per fixture. Retrofit kits are not considered to be new fixtures. Note: PCB ballasts and lamps are hazardous materials and should be disposed of properly. 4 LightCutSheet09/10

16 Load Response Action Guide Steps to take during a curtailment Thank you for participating in the ComEd load response program. You are not only helping to ensure the reliability of our system by reducing electrical usage during periods of high demand, you are benefiting the environment. Cutting back on your usage reduces the demand for electricity generated from plants that produce greenhouse gases. When you receive advance notice of a load response curtailment from ComEd, by telephone, fax or , you should begin preparing for load response activities. Refer to the checklist on the reverse side of this sheet, and implement as many of the electricity-saving suggestions as possible. The load response notice you receive from ComEd will specify how long you should reduce your electricity usage. Remember, the electricity-saving ideas provided by ComEd are only suggestions. Under no circumstance should you stop using lighting or equipment that affects the safety of employees or customers. We also recommend you notify employees, customers or tenants of your load response participation and activities to avoid confusion. See reverse side for your Load Response Action Guide for a checklist on how to comply with a load response curtailment.

17 Load Response Action Guide Checklist Suggested steps to comply with a load response curtailment Remember to affirm or reject participation on-line at cgi/eponline.exe using your log-in ID and password contained in your Welcome Kit. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems o Set thermostats no lower than 78 degrees (Fahrenheit) during the summer o Pre-cool buildings before occupancy (early morning) o Turn off electric water heaters or decrease hot water temperature to the extent allowable by code o Turn off small packaged A/C units o Cycle your HVAC systems off for 3 of every 8 hours o Close window blinds/drapes to reduce heat from the sun o Cycle exhaust fans Lighting Systems o Turn off or dim lighting in unoccupied areas o Turn off or dim decorative and perimeter lighting General Building o Utilize back-up or emergency generation (if part of your load response plan) o Reduce the number of operable elevator banks o Shut down nonessential elevators and escalators o Turn off refrigerated drinking fountains and soda pop vending machines o Turn off water fountain pumps o Avoid using your cafeteria s electric ovens and stoves by having your cooks prepare cold food offerings such as sandwiches o Use disposable plates and utensils in the cafeteria to avoid running dishwashing equipment Office and Computer Equipment Shut down all unused or redundant office or process equipment including: o Computers and monitors o Copiers o Coffee pots o Printers o Water coolers o Air compressors Avoid running occasional equipment between 11 am and 7 pm including: o Paper bailing, compacting, shredding machines o Floor polishers o Cleaning equipment Adjust operations and maintenance by: o Shifting electricity-intensive jobs to non-load response hours o Scheduling equipment repairs and maintenance during load response hours Other o o DATE 2007 ComEd CSP-SR-VLRAG

18 Motors incentives Horse Power NEMA Premium-Efficiency Motors Minimum Qualifying Efficiencies 3600 RPM 1800 RPM 1200 RPM Incentive per Motor Open Closed Open Closed Open Closed % 77.0% 85.5% 85.5% 82.5% 82.5% $ % 84.0% 86.5% 86.5% 86.5% 87.5% $ % 85.5% 86.5% 86.5% 87.5% 88.5% $ % 86.5% 89.5% 89.5% 88.5% 89.5% $ % 88.5% 89.5% 89.5% 89.5% 89.5% $ % 89.5% 91.0% 91.7% 90.2% 91.0% $ % 90.2% 91.7% 91.7% 91.0% 91.0% $ % 91.0% 93.0% 92.4% 91.7% 91.7% $ % 91.0% 93.0% 93.0% 92.4% 91.7% $ % 91.7% 93.6% 93.6% 93.0% 93.0% $ % 91.7% 94.1% 93.6% 93.6% 93.0% $ % 92.4% 94.1% 94.1% 94.1% 94.1% $ % 93.0% 94.5% 94.5% 94.1% 94.1% $ % 93.6% 95.0% 95.0% 94.5% 94.5% $ % 93.6% 95.0% 95.4% 94.5% 94.5% $ % 94.1% 95.4% 95.4% 95.0% 95.0% $ % 95.0% 95.4% 95.4% 95.0% 95.0% $ % 95.0% 95.8% 95.8% 95.4% 95.8% $ % 95.4% 95.8% 96.2% 95.4% 95.8% $ specifications for NEMA premium motors Motors eligible for an incentive are three-phase AC induction motors, from HP, of open drip-proof (open) and totally enclosed fan-cooled (closed) classifications. Rewound motors do not qualify. Incentives are based on the motor s Nominal Full Load Efficiencies, tested in accordance with IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Standard 112, method B, that meet or exceed the NEMA premium efficiency standards on the Motors Incentive Worksheet. The application must include the manufacturer s performance data sheet that at least shows equipment type, equipment size, model number, and efficiency rating. Customers should consider matching RPMs of the existing pump or fan when installing energy efficient motors that inherently have higher speeds (less slip), which may affect electric energy use. MotorsCutSheet09/10

19 SM Smart Ideas For Your Business New Construction Overview Achieve High Performance and Reduce Operating Costs on your Next Project ComEd s Smart Ideas for Your Business SM New Construction service encourages building owners, designers and architects to surpass standard building practices through technical assistance and financial incentives. The service is designed for new construction and major renovation projects that are non-residential, non-municipal and located within the ComEd service territory.* This service is intended to help reduce the amount of energy that a completed new-construction project or major renovation would use. It also provides opportunities for building owners and designers to learn more about energy efficient design strategies, technologies and their benefits. Project Participation Tracks ComEd s Smart Ideas New Construction service features two tracks to allow customers in various stages of design to participate: Systems Track ComEd s New Construction Systems Track offers measure incentives to encourage designers to meet performance criteria for improvements in lighting-power density and air-conditioning equipment. Incentives of up to $100,000 per project are offered for the installation of quality lighting at lower installed wattage, such as lighting-power density (LPD) reduction for interior lighting, and efficient HVAC equipment, such as energy efficient air conditioning. This track is designed for projects of 20,000 square feet or more, feature more limited opportunities for integrated design and are in the later stages of their design process. Projects less than 20,000 square feet may be considered on a case by case basis. A measure incentives agreement must be submitted for approval prior to the purchase or installation of energy-saving measures. Equipment invoices must be dated after June 1, 2009, to qualify for incentives. Comprehensive Track ComEd s New Construction Comprehensive Track offers the highest level of project assistance and financial incentives for new construction design solutions. This track provides greater flexibility in meeting energy performance goals through the adoption of integrated design solutions that have been analyzed through whole-building energy simulations. This track offers measure incentives of up to $100,000 per project to encourage the inclusion of electric, energy-saving measures during the design stage. Design performance incentives of up to $10,000 per project are offered to help offset additional costs associated with integrated system designs and the advanced design of individual energy-saving systems. Please see other side > PROGRAM TRACK TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FINANCIAL INCENTIVES PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY ComEd customer New construction, addition or renovation Not a residential facility Not a public facility Must comply with Illinois Energy Code Systems Late in design (Design development or after) Over 20,000 square feet Lighting and AC efficiency Comprehensive Early in design (Design development or earlier) Over 50,000 square feet Multiple systems (whole building performance) Minimal technical assistance Limited analysis Provided at no cost In-depth technical assistance Energy modeling Provided at no cost Energy Savings Reduced lighting power Efficient air-conditioning Awarded to owner Energy Savings Whole-building electric savings Awarded to owner Efficient Design 10% of the whole building incentive Awarded to the design team * refer to the terms and conditions in the New Construction application for eligibility and participation conditions. All eligibility determinations are at the sole discretion of ComEd, which accepts no liability for eligibility determinations. NewCostrOverview09/10

20 The Comprehensive Track is chosen when a project s size, schedule, complexity and interest level justify a high level of program resources. Generally, this track is reserved for projects that are larger than 50,000 square feet and are in the early stages of their design process. Energy specialists are available throughout the course of the Comprehensive Track to provide energy efficient, building design assistance. These specialists can propose and evaluate energy-saving measures using computerized, whole-building energy models. Project Acceptance To be considered for participation in this program, follow these steps: 1. Contact ComEd s Smart Ideas for Your Business program as soon as possible at the beginning phases of your project. 2. read the terms and conditions portion of the New Construction application to confirm your project s eligibility. The Smart Ideas team can assist you with any questions. 3. Complete the Smart Ideas for Your Business New Construction application and submit it as early as possible during project design. ComEd s Smart Ideas team will review your application and notify you of acceptance or rejection. If accepted, the Smart Ideas team will work with you to coordinate technical assistance and any financial incentives. Project acceptance is at the sole discretion of ComEd. Education and Training ComEd s Smart Ideas for Your Business New Construction service also features a variety of technical education and training classes to assist your design teams in gaining the information necessary to realize significant energy savings. ComEd believes that working to support the design and construction community through continuing education will provide us with sustained energy efficiency in our buildings for decades to come. Visit ComEd.com/ bizincentives for more information. We re Here to Help Contact Us ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business New Construction Services 455 Science Drive, Suite 200 Madison, WI Call: (888) Fax: (608) ComEdSmartIdeas@ecw.org Visit our Web site at Commonwealth Edison Company NewCostrOverview09/10

21 N E W C O N S T R U C T I O N A P P L I C AT I O N June 2009 May EASY STEPS to receive your Smart Ideas for Your Business SM incentive: 1. Check project eligibility Project must be new construction or major renovation requiring compliance with IECC 2006.* Projects that purchased equipment or confirmed design strategies prior to June 1, 2009, are not eligible. Please read all terms and conditions to determine your project s eligibility. 2. Contact ComEd s Smart Ideas team We are here to help. Contact ComEd s Smart Ideas team, as soon as possible, if you have questions regarding eligibility, how to apply or specific energy efficiency design strategies or technologies. 3. Submit an application This application starts the review process, but does not guarantee acceptance into the Smart Ideas program. By completing the application, the ComEd can best assist you in determining your project s eligibility and/or the most beneficial program track for your project. 4. Sign and submit a measure incentive agreement Upon acceptance of your project, you will work with ComEd to develop a list of specific energy efficiency strategies and equipment for inclusion in your project. The team will provide you with a measure incentive agreement, which outlines the specific strategies and equipment and the potential incentive. Sign and return this agreement within 60 days to reserve your incentive from ComEd s Smart Ideas program. 5. Complete the project Work closely with ComEd s Smart Ideas team when incorporating energy efficiency strategies. The team can offer analysis and technical assistance that can enable you to achieve higher performance and reduce operating costs for the owner and/ or tenant. Notify the ComEd within 60 days of project completion to schedule a site visit. This visit will be used to verify the installation of design strategies and equipment that were agreed upon in the measure incentive agreement. A payment request then will be issued to begin the processing of your incentive. *Major renovation to an existing facility that requires compliance with IECC To be eligible, renovations must involve a change in occupancy classification or affect at least two or more of these three systems: building envelope, HVAC systems or lighting systems Mail/Fax/ application to: ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business New Construction Services 455 Science Drive, Suite 200 Madison, WI Pnone: (888) Fax: (608) ComEdSmartIdeas@ecw.org Visit our Website at 1 NewConstructAp09/10

22 APPLICANT INFORMATION (REQUIRED) NAME TITLE COMPANY ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP + 4 BUSINESS TELEPHONE BUSINESS FAX ( ) ( ) ADDRESS PRIMARY BUILDING TYPE (MUST BE NON-RESIDENTIAL) Office School Warehouse ELIGIBLE PROJECT TYPES Code Renovation New Facility Retail/Service Industrial Other New Addition to Existing Facility PROJECT NAME PROJECT SITE ADDRESS PROJECT CITY STATE ZIP + 4 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT, PRIMARY SPACE TYPE(S), AND SIZE (SQUARE FEET): DESIGN START DATE ESTIMATED BID RELEASE DATE ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION START DATE ESTIMATED OCCUPANCY DATE CURRENT PROJECT PHASE ESTIMATED PROJECT BUDGET (IF AVAILABLE) NATURAL GAS UTILITY FOR BUILDING OTHER EFFICIENCY PROGRAMS CONTACTED BUILDING SYSTEMS TO BE CONSIDERED LEED CERTIFICATION PROGRAM ASSISTANCE DESIRED Lighting Envelope Yes Energy efficiency ideas and analysis Mechanical Other No Building energy simulation Undecided Financial incentives Willing to be a case study As an eligible customer, I verify the information is correct and request consideration for participation under this program. CUSTOMER SIGNATURE PRINT NAME DATE PHONE NUMBER Please complete the Project Team Contact Information on reverse and return the completed form to: ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business New Construction Services 455 Science Drive, Suite 200 Madison, WI Call: (888) Fax: (608) ComEdSmartIdeas@ecw.org 2 NewConstructAp09/10

23 CONTACT INFORMATION FOR PROJECT TEAM Owner of Building NAME COMPANY ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP + 4 BUSINESS TELEPHONE ( ) ADDRESS BUSINESS FAX ( ) Architect or Design Team Leader NAME COMPANY ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP + 4 BUSINESS TELEPHONE ( ) ADDRESS BUSINESS FAX ( ) Mechanical Engineer NAME COMPANY ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP + 4 BUSINESS TELEPHONE ( ) ADDRESS BUSINESS FAX ( ) Electrical Engineer NAME COMPANY ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP + 4 BUSINESS TELEPHONE ( ) ADDRESS BUSINESS FAX ( ) 3 NewConstructAp09/10

24 TERMS AND CONDITIONS Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd) is offering New Construction incentives under the ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business program to facilitate the implementation of cost-effective energy-efficiency improvements for non-residential (commercial and industrial) customers. Funds are limited and subject to availability. Program Effective Dates Smart Ideas for Your Business energy efficiency incentives are offered until approved funds are exhausted or May 31 of each program year, whichever comes first. The effective dates of the Smart Ideas for Your Business program and application submittal requirements are as follows: Decisions to acquire and install energy efficiency measures must be made after June 1, 2009 in order to be eligible. Any energy efficient equipment or services purchased, contracted for, or design decisions made prior to June 1, 2009, is not eligible for an incentive. In addition, projects with a final completion date before June 1, 2009 are not eligible for an incentive. Subsequent program year budgets and plans will be made available toward the end of the existing program year. At the current time, ComEd has a commitment to provide this program through the 2010/11 program year. Projects with estimated completion dates beyond May 31, 2011 will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Projects that are accepted into the program will be required to document progress on design and construction to maintain and extend incentive reservation. Program and Project Eligibility Program incentives are available under the Smart Ideas for Your Business program to non-residential customers within ComEd s service territory. These incentives are available to all customers who pay into the Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Adjustment (Rider EDA) and receive their electricity over ComEd wires regardless of which retail electric supplier the customer has chosen to purchase power from. Public buildings such as government, municipal and public schools should refer to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Program ( The energy savings from installed measures must occur on a meter with an eligible rate schedule. Most non-residential rate schedules are eligible. See Table 1 on this page for a list of eligible rates. Custom projects must involve measures that result in a reduction in electric energy usage due to an improvement in system efficiency. Projects that result in reduced energy consumption without an improvement in system efficiency are not eligible for a custom incentive. However, projects that involve an automated control technology such as energy management system programming may be eligible for an incentive. All projects must meet ComEd s costeffectiveness requirements. Projects involving measures covered by the new construction incentives portion of the program are not eligible for a custom or prescriptive incentive. Project requirements under the Smart Ideas for Your Business program include the following: Projects must involve a facility improvement that results in a permanent reduction in electrical energy usage (kwh); Project savings must be sustainable for a period of five years or the life of the product, whichever is less; Projects that are NOT eligible for an incentive include the following: Fuel switching (e.g. electric to gas or gas to electric); Changes in operational and/or maintenance practices or simple control modifications not involving capital costs; On-site electricity generation; Projects involving gas-driven equipment in place of electric equipment (such as a chiller); Projects that involve peak-shifting (and not kwh savings); Renewables; Any measures installed at a facility must be sustainable and provide 100% of the energy benefits as stated in the Application for a period of five (5) years or for the life of the product, whichever is less. If the Customer ceases to be a delivery service customer of ComEd or removes the equipment or systems at any time during the 5-year period or the life of the product, the Customer may be required to return a prorated amount of incentive funds to ComEd. Table 1. Eligible Rates B81 Commercial Fixture Included Lighting B83 Commercial Dusk to Dawn Lighting unmetered B85 Commercial General Lighting unmetered R81 Retail Delivery Service Com Fixture Include R83 Retail Delivery Service Com DD unmetered R85 Retail Delivery Service Com Light unmetered 600 Com Gen Service Non-TOU 6W0 Com Gen Service In Lieu of Demand A74 Commercial Annual 100 kw to 400 kw A75 Commercial Annual 400 kw to 1000 kw A76 Commercial Annual 1000 kw to 10 MW A77 Commercial Annual greater than 10 MW A78 Commercial Annual High Voltage B72 Commercial Blended Watt-hour B73 Commercial Blended 0 to 100 kw B74 Commercial Blended 100 kw to 400 kw B75 Commercial Blended 400 kw to 1000 kw B78 Commercial Blended High Voltage B82 Commercial Dusk to Dawn Lighting metered B84 Commercial General Lighting metered B92 Com Blended Watt-hour with Space Heat B93 Com Blended 0 to 100 kw w/ Space Heat B94 Com Blended 100 kw to 400 kw w/ Space Heat B95 Com Blended 400 kw to 1000 kw w/ Space Heat H73 Commercial Hourly 0 to 100 kw H74 Commercial Hourly 100 kw to 400 kw H75 Commercial Hourly 400 kw to 1000 kw H76 Commercial Hourly 1000 kw to 10MW H77 Commercial Hourly greater than 10MW H78 Commercial Hourly High Voltage R02 Retail Customer Delivery Service 0-25kW R71 Retail Delivery Service Res Multiple R72 Retail Delivery Service Watt-hour R73 Retail Delivery Service 0 to 100 kw R74 Retail Delivery Service 100 kw to 400 kw R75 Retail Delivery Service 400 kw to 1000 kw R76 Retail Delivery Service 1000 kw to 10MW R77 Retail Delivery Service greater than 10MW R78 Retail Delivery Service High Voltage R79 Retail Delivery Service Railroad R82 Retail Delivery Service Com DD metered R84 Retail Delivery Service Com Light metered 4 NewConstructAp09/10

25 TERMS AND CONDITIONS Incentive Payment Limits For both the comprehensive and systems track of the New Construction incentives, the total incentive paid cannot exceed 50 percent of the total project cost. Contractor labor costs can be considered in project cost. Internal customer labor costs cannot be included in project costs. Program year incentive limits per facility are shown in Table 2. A facility is defined as contiguous property for which a single customer is responsible for paying the ComEd electricity bill. Table 2. Program Year Incentive Limits per Facility Systems Track Comprehensive Track $100,000 per facility $100,000 per facility Measure Incentive Agreement The Measure Incentive Agreement must be returned within 60 days of issue by program staff. Project documentation, such as copies of dated invoices for the purchase and installation of the measures and/ or product specification sheets, may be required. The location or business name on the invoice must be consistent with the application information. Measure Incentive Agreements and all required supporting documentation should be received by May 15, 2010, to be applicable for the program year. The project invoice should provide sufficient detail to separate the project cost from the cost of other services such as repairs and building code compliance. ComEd reserves the right to request additional supporting documentation as deemed necessary to ensure measure eligibility and verify that the expected energy savings will occur. All customer information will be held in confidence. Requested information could include: plans, specifications, shop drawings in addition to field verification measures. Requirements for New Construction Project Electricity Savings Calculations ComEd is solely responsible for the final determination of the annual energy savings to be used in calculating the incentive amount. The annual electricity savings will be calculated for comprehensive and systems track projects using industry accepted engineering algorithms or simulation models. The applicant must provide program staff with requested information necessary to calculate potential savings. ComEd may need to conduct inspections after project completion to verify equipment and operation conditions. ComEd also reserves the right to require specific measurement and verification activities including monitoring. Tax Liability Incentives are taxable and, if greater than $600, will be reported to the IRS unless the customer is exempt. ComEd is not responsible for any taxes that may be imposed on your business as a result of your receipt of this incentive. Disclaimer ComEd does not guarantee the energy savings and does not make any warranties associated with the measures eligible for incentives under this program. ComEd has no obligations regarding and does not endorse or guarantee any claims, promises, work, or equipment made, performed, or furnished by any contractors or equipment vendors that sell or install any energy efficiency measures. Application Review Process Submittal of an application is not a guarantee of program acceptance. ComEd will review Applications for eligibility and completeness. Completed applications will be reviewed in the order received. Funds are reserved for the project when ComEd receives a complete Measure Incentive Agreement and determines that the project meets the program eligibility requirements. Applicants who submit incomplete applications will be notified of deficiencies upon review of the application, and could lose their place in line in the review process until all requested information is received. Applicants are encouraged to call the program hotline if they have any questions about documentation requirements. Inspections ComEd reserves the right to inspect all projects to verify compliance with the program rules and verify the accuracy of project documentation. This may include pre-installation and/or post-installation inspections, detailed lighting layout descriptions, metering, data collection, interviews, and utility bill data analyses. The customer must allow access to project documents and the facility where the measures were installed for a period of 5 years after receipt of incentive payment by ComEd. 5 NewConstructAp09/10

26 refrigeration incentives Refrigeration Measures Measure Strip Curtains on Walk-in Anti-Sweat Heater Control EC Motor for Walk-in EC Motor for Reach-in Refrigerated Cases Refrigeration Economizer Evaporator Fan Control Automatic Door Closers for Walk-in Freezers Beverage Machine Control Snack Machine Control ENERGY STAR Refrigerated Vending Machine LED Refrigeration Case Lighting Incentive Unit Per Square Foot Per Linear Foot Per Motor Per Motor Per Compressor HP Per Motor Per Door Per Unit Per Unit Per Unit Per Door Incentive/Unit $4.00 $30.00 $50.00 $35.00 $80.00 $60.00 $ $ $30.00 $ $20.00 High-Efficiency Ice Makers Capacity (lbs / 24 hrs) Incentive per Ice maker $ $ $ $ $ $ >1500 $ RefigCutSheet09/10

27 specifications for refrigeration measures Strip Curtains on Walk-in Coolers and Freezers New strip curtains or clear plastic swinging doors must be installed on doorways of walk-in boxes and refrigerated warehouses. This incentive is not available for display cases or for replacing existing strip curtains that have useful life left. Incentive is based on square footage of doorway. Anti-Sweat Heater Controls For this measure, a device is installed that senses the relative humidity in the air outside of the display case and reduces or turns off the glass door (if applicable) and frame anti-sweat heaters at low-humidity conditions. Technologies that can turn off anti-sweat heaters based on sensing condensation (on the inner glass pane) also qualify. Rebate is based on the total horizontal linear footage of the case. Electronically Commutated (EC) Evaporator Fan Motor (Refrigerated Cases or Walk-ins) This measure is applicable to the replacement of an existing standard-efficiency shaded-pole evaporator fan motor in refrigerated display cases or fan coil in walk-ins. The replacement unit must be an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM). This measure cannot be used in conjunction with the Evaporator Fan Controller measure. Refrigeration Economizer The incentive is for installing economizers and controls for walkin coolers that are at least 1,000 cu ft. in size. The outdoor air and exhaust dampers must close automatically when the outside air temperature exceeds 34 F. Evaporator Fan Controls This measure is for the installation of controls in medium temperature walk-in coolers. The controller reduces airflow of the evaporator fans when there is no refrigerant flow. The measure must control a minimum of 1/20 HP where fans operate continuously at full speed. The measure also must reduce fan motor power by at least 75% during the off cycle. This measure is not applicable if any of the following conditions apply: 1) Compressor runs all the time with high duty cycle 2) Evaporator fan does not run at full speed all the time 3) Evaporator fan motor runs on poly-phase power 4) evaporator fan motor is not shaded-pole or permanent split capacitor (PSC) 5) Evaporator fan does not use off-cycle or time-off defrost Automatic Door Closer for Walk-in Freezers This measure is for installing an auto-closer to the main insulated opaque door(s) of a walk-in freezer. The auto-closer must firmly close the door when it is within one inch of full closure. Beverage and Snack Machine Controls The beverage machine is assumed to be a refrigerated vending machine that contains only non-perishable bottled and canned beverages. Controller for both types of systems must include a passive infrared occupancy sensor to turn off fluorescent lights and other vending machine systems when the surrounding area is unoccupied for 15 minutes or longer. For the beverage machine, the control logic should power up the machine at 2-hour intervals to maintain product temperature and provide compressor protection. ENERGY STAR Refrigerated Beverage Vending Machines ENERGY STAR beverage vending machines qualify for an incentive. Qualifying machines can be found at machines_prod_list.pdf. LED Refrigeration Case Lighting Incentives are for replacing fluorescent refrigerated case lighting with light emitting diode (LED) source illumination. Fluorescent lamps, ballasts, and associated hardware are typically replaced with pre-fabricated LED light bars and LED driver units. High-Efficiency Ice Makers The incentive covers ice machines that generate 60 grams (2 oz.) or lighter ice cubes, flaked, crushed, or fragmented ice. Only air-cooled machines qualify (self contained, ice making heads, or remote condensing). The machine must have a minimum capacity of 101 lbs. of ice per 24-hour period (per day). The minimum efficiency required is per ENERGY STAR or Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) Tier 2.* A manufacturer s specification sheet must accompany the application that shows rating in accordance to ARI standard 810. * the Web sites have a list of qualifying model numbers: or

28 RETRO-COMMISSIONING What is Retro-Commissioning? Do tenants or employees in your building complain about being too warm or too cold? Do certain building systems repeatedly malfunction? Is indoor air quality a concern? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be interested in ComEd s Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning. Retro-commissioning (also known as recommissioning) is a full-building tune-up designed to help your building perform optimally. It targets energy saving opportunities through a systematic evaluation of energy-using systems, resulting in the identification and implementation of no cost and low cost energy-saving improvements. In fact, energy savings of up to 15 percent are not uncommon. Savings are from actual customer retro-commissioning projects. Energy-savings potential varies by facility size, equipment, condition and operating needs. How Can ComEd Help? ComEd s Smart Ideas for Your Business Retro- Commissioning incentive is a new energy efficiency service that provides valuable expert building analysis at no cost. This service also provides your facility s staff the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with energy engineers to increase their knowledge of the efficient and effective operation of your building s systems. Retro-commissioning can: Improve outside air control and indoor air quality Eliminate building hot or cold spots Decrease supply air pressure setpoint and system rebalancing Reduce supply air temp and fan speed in air handling units Optimize chiller or other equipment operation Adjust and correct equipment operating schedules Retro-commissioning also can result in reduced maintenance and repair costs and extended equipment service life, as well as provide your tenants and employees with a more comfortable environment. Who is Eligible to Apply? Customers must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements before submitting an application: Facility owner must be willing to commit to spending $10,000 on the implementation of identified retro-commissioning measures with an estimated simple payback of 18 months or less based on electrical savings Facility owner must be willing to send one facility staff member to Building Operator Certification training. Facility must receive delivery service from ComEd (regardless of energy supplier) Have a peak demand of 500 kw or greater Be served under one or more eligible rate schedules (talk to your ComEd Account Manager or call ComEd-1 to determine if your facility is eligible) Applicants must be part of a non-public organization. Public buildings such as government, municipal, and public schools are eligible for similar retro-commissioning incentives through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Visit org for more information. If I Meet Eligibility Requirements, What Next? Submit an application for review and possible approval. Factors that will be considered include: Do you have up-to-date building documentation and records available for examination? Is your facility at least five years old and does it have more than 150,000 sq. ft. of air-conditioned floor space? Does your facility have a relatively high Energy Use Index (EUI) compared to similar buildings, or does it possess a low ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager rating? (See for information on Portfolio Manager). Is your facility free of major problems requiring capital repairs or replacements? Does your facility have a functional building or system energy management system (EMS) with direct digital control (DDC)? Are the facility s owner and engineering staff committed to being actively involved in the retro-commissioning process?

29 Retro-Commissioning - Step by Step Phase 1 Submit Your Application Customer applications will be screened. If your facility is not selected to participate, we may recommend other ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business incentive options that could benefit your facility. Phase 2 Planning If your application is accepted, a planning phase ensues beginning with a project kick-off meeting attended by the owner representative, the customer s facility staff and contractors, the retrocommissioning service provider (RSP), and the ComEd Program Administrator. An initial site assessment is completed by the RSP, building documentation is gathered and findings are documented in a formal retro-commissioning plan. These activities are conducted by a qualified RSP (under contract with ComEd) and conclude with an agreement from all parties to proceed. Phase 3 Implementation During project implementation, the RSP works hand-in-hand with the customer s implementation team to identify opportunities for improvement and provide recommendations. Other activities include: the creation of detailed site assessments, targeted diagnostic testing, and trending analyses to evaluate current facility operating procedures, equipment functionality, and to verify planning phase assumptions. As the retro-commissioning opportunities are finalized, the customer will be asked to fund and lead the implementation of such measures. Phase 4 Verification The RSP inspects your facility to verify the installation and proper operation of the completed retro-commissioning measures. Final analysis and/ or measurement of project savings is completed and findings are presented in the final retrocommissioning verification report. If you think you may qualify, talk to your ComEd Account Manager, or visit for more information. Applications may also be obtained by sending an to ComEdSmartIdeas@KEMA.com or by calling Commonwealth Edison Company 6/3/09

30 Smart Ideas for Your Business Retro-Commissioning Participant Manual October 2008

31 Contents Section Page CONTENTS I SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION PROGRAM OVERVIEW MANUAL ORGANIZATION... 2 SECTION 2 COMED EFFICIENCY PROGRAMS OVERVIEW...3 SECTION 3 RETRO-COMMISSIONING PROGRAM PARAMETERS CUSTOMER ELIGIBILITY INCENTIVES RETRO-COMMISSIONING SERVICE PROVIDER FACILITY OWNER... 7 SECTION 4 RETRO-COMMISSIONING PROCESS APPLICATION PHASE PLANNING PHASE IMPLEMENTATION PHASE VERIFICATION PHASE SECTION 5 PARTICIPANT RESOURCES COMED WEB SITE RETRO-COMMISSIONING PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR CONTACT INFO APPENDIX A COMED SERVICE AREA MAP FOR ILLINOIS APPENDIX B RETRO-COMMISSIONING PROGRAM FLOWCHART APPENDIX C SAMPLE CUSTOMER APPLICATION i

32 Section 1 Introduction 1.1 PROGRAM OVERVIEW One of the primary objectives of ComEd s Smart Ideas for Your Business energy efficiency portfolio is to offer our customers every opportunity to help manage their energy expenses. ComEd s suite of available program initiatives provides incentives for nearly every energy efficient technology and product available in today s market. The Retro-Commissioning service is uniquely suited to fit within ComEd s existing capital improvement incentive programs by offering energy analysis services to identify lowcost and no-cost energy efficiency measures. ComEd s Retro-Commissioning Program is designed to help customers achieve demand and energy savings in commercial and industrial facilities in our Illinois service territory. Savings are realized through the systematic evaluation of facility systems and customer s implementation of cost-effective measures targeted to improve facility operation that, in many cases, also improve occupant comfort and production efficiency. Program participants are commercial and industrial facility owners who have a demonstrated commitment to spend $10,000 or more to implement identified retrocommissioning measures with an estimated total project simple payback of one-and-ahalf years or less based upon electric savings. Eligible sites include existing facilities on a qualifying ComEd retail rate schedule with a peak demand of at least 500 kw (Table 1). In addition, program participants should have a facility that is at least 5 years old, have at least 150,000 square feet of conditioned floor space, and have a relatively high Energy Use Index (EUI) compared to the EUIs of buildings of the same class. No major renovation or large capital investments for the facility shall be pending, and owner/o&m staff shall express a commitment for active involvement in the process. Table 1 Eligible Nonresidential Customer Rate Schedules A75 A76 A77 B75 B78 B95 B98 H75 H76 H77 H78 R75 R76 R77 R78 The Retro-Commissioning Program is a service-incentive program. This means the retro-commissioning analysis is the incentive to the customer and is fully funded by ComEd. Participants are expected to cover the costs associated with implementing the measures recommended by the retro-commissioning analysis, attending meetings, and assisting Retro-commissioning Service Providers (RSPs) in acquiring facility 1

33 Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program Manual Introduction information. Incentives for capital improvements such as lighting or HVAC are provided through the Prescriptive and Custom elements of the Smart Ideas for Your Business program. 1.2 MANUAL ORGANIZATION This program manual is specifically designed for use by facility owners, property managers, and O&M staff and is organized as follows: Section 2 provides an overview of ComEd s other current commercial and industrial energy efficiency program offerings available in Illinois. Section 3 outlines the parameters and eligibility requirements for the Retro- Commissioning Program. Section 4 provides an overview of the Program process. Section 5 includes information on available resources and contact information for the Program Administrator. Appendix A contains a map showing the approximate service territory covered by ComEd within the State of Illinois. Appendix B shows a typical process flowchart for the Retro-Commissioning Program. Appendix C contains a sample copy of the Retro-Commissioning Program application. 2

34 Section 2 ComEd Efficiency Programs Overview In addition to Retro-Commissioning, ComEd offers its Illinois commercial and industrial customers other programs with financial incentives to save energy and money. These incentives are available for qualifying customers through the Smart Ideas for Your Business Program. Visit the ComEd Web site ( to learn more about ComEd s incentives for many energy efficient technologies. Incentives are provided to encourage energy efficiency in the following areas: Lighting - To encourage businesses to take advantage of lighting energy efficiency opportunities, ComEd is offering incentives to generate an even larger return on your energy investment and accelerate the payback period. HVAC - Heating, ventilation and air conditioning can account for as much as 30% of a building's annual energy usage. Consequently, any efficiency improvement in these systems can mean big savings on one s energy bill, while also maintaining or improving the comfort and quality of the indoor air. Refrigeration - There are numerous cost-effective, energy-saving technologies available to improve the efficiency and performance of refrigeration systems. ComEd offers powerful incentives for any business with refrigeration systems that may yield significant savings for refrigeration-intensive businesses such as supermarkets, convenience stores and restaurants. Electric Motors - Motors are considered the workhorse in many industrial applications, often operating for extended periods of time and consuming significant amounts of energy in the process. Not all motors operate with the same efficiency. ComEd provides incentives for qualifying premium efficiency motors to encourage the installation of NEMA Premium-efficiency motors on all units one horsepower or greater. This is increasingly important for motors that operate for extended periods of time. Installing premium efficiency motors can save up to three percent in motor energy consumption. Other - Business operations vary widely, which is why ComEd has developed a truly customized incentive program that encourages its customers to implement energy efficiency measures. Projects involving compressed air, motors greater than 200 HP, non-hvac variable-speed drive applications and other unique projects that improve energy efficiency may be eligible for a custom incentive. To qualify for ComEd's custom incentives, a business must submit an application for pre-approval. Energy Insights Online - Savvy energy managers know that managing the "how" and "when" of electricity consumption can return huge savings. But up until now, acquiring specific measures of energy consumption meant significant investments in hardware and software. Not any more! 3

35 Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program Manual ComEd Efficiency Programs Overview Energy Insights Online monitors your electricity consumption via special recording meters and converts this data into simple, easy-to-understand usage graphs and reports that you can access anywhere via the Internet. Energy Insights Online gives you the power to: Develop more effective incentive-earning electricity curtailment strategies. Produce half-hourly, daily or monthly energy usage reports. Compare energy usage amounts against previous periods -- or other enrolled accounts. Examine energy usage trends. Validate machine or process efficiency upgrades. Establish relationships between electricity usage and outside temperature. Improve "cost-based accounting" procedures. Devise "load-shifting" strategies to lower monthly demand charges. Call your ComEd Account Manager or ComEd-1 ( ) today to sign up or to get more information. 4

36 Section 3 Retro-Commissioning Program Parameters 3.1 CUSTOMER ELIGIBILITY Customers must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements to be considered for the Retro-Commissioning Program: Facility is a ComEd delivery services customer, regardless of the electric supplier. Facility has a peak demand of 500kW or greater Facility operates under one of the following rate schedules: A75, A76, A77, B75, B78, B95, B98, H75, H76, H77, H78, R75, R76, R77, R78. The facility owner must express a willingness to commit funding for participating in the process, completing the project plan, and implementing measures. The owner must be prepared to assume costs and expenses of at least $10,000 for agreed-upon measures that result in an estimated simple payback of 18 months or less based upon electrical savings. Public buildings such as government, municipal, and public schools are not eligible for the Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program at this time. Please refer to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) program for information about additional program offerings. For more information on DCEO s Retro-Commissioning Program, visit In reviewing program applications, ComEd will look for evidence that cost-effective retro-commissioning opportunities may exist at your facility. ComEd will consider the following factors when reviewing your application: The facility should have accessible and up-to-date building documentation and records. The facility should have a relatively high Energy Use Index (EUI) compared to the average EUIs of buildings of the same class and/or have a low ENERGY STAR rating from Portfolio Manager. Preferably, the facility should be at least 5 years old and exceed 150,000 ft 2 in airconditioned floor space The facility should be free of major problems requiring capital repairs or replacements and have no planned major system renovations or retrofits. A major renovation is defined as a change in facility use or where the existing system will not meet owner / customer projected requirements within existing facility square footage. A retrofit is defined as changes, modifications or additions to systems or equipment in existing facility square footage. 5

37 Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program Manual Retro-Commissioning Program Parameters The facility should have an existing and functional building or system energy management system (EMS) with direct digital control (DDC) The facility owner and O&M staff should express a commitment to be actively involved in the retro-commissioning process. Active involvement will include: o Providing access to the facility o Providing time for facility personnel to interface with the Retro- Commissioning Service Provider o Providing and assisting with the reporting, and collection of, information pertaining to the retro-commissioning of the facility The estimated time commitment from the customer to support the retro-commissioning effort is likely to total 60 to 100 hours of a senior facility manager over the 10- to 12- month project duration. ComEd will select program participants based on the above considerations and based on the level of opportunity for savings. ComEd s selection decisions will be final and binding for all parties. 3.2 INCENTIVES The Retro-Commissioning Program is a service-incentive program. This means the retro-commissioning analysis and implementation technical assistance is itself the incentive to the customer and is fully funded by ComEd. In the program, Retro- Commissioning services are conducted exclusively by pre-approved service providers. ComEd covers Retro-Commissioning service costs at 100% for a program service provider to investigate and identify savings opportunities if the measures are implemented by April 1 st after the start of the project under the program. For projects that are not completed within this timeline, the customer will be expected to reimburse ComEd for the full cost of any completed Retro-Commissioning Planning costs, program-funded Investigation activities, and Verification Report costs. Program participants are expected to cover the costs associated with contracting or arranging for the implementation of recommended measures, attending meetings, and assisting RSPs in acquiring facility information. No additional incentives will be available to participants through this Program. However, if energy efficiency measures are identified that are beyond the scope of the Retro-Commissioning Program, the customer may seek to qualify those measures through ComEd s Prescriptive or Custom programs. 6

38 Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program Manual Retro-Commissioning Program Parameters 3.3 RETRO-COMMISSIONING SERVICE PROVIDER A qualified Retro-Commissioning Service Provider (RSP) team will be provided by the program administrator to conduct the retro-commissioning services at no cost to the customer. During the retro-commissioning process, the facility s staff will assist the RSP in acquiring access and information regarding the building systems, operation, controls system, and any other pertinent information necessary to identify and evaluate potential retro-commissioning measures. The RSP will use the information gathered from the site visit to generate the Retro-Commissioning Plan. The RSP is not responsible for implementing the Retro-Commissioning Plan measures. However, the RSP will provide guidance and technical assistance during the Implementation phase to aid in the successful implementation of the agreed upon measures. Implementation of the retro-commissioning measures is the responsibility of the facility owner. Upon completion of the customer s implementation activities, the RSP will return to inspect the facility to verify the installation and proper operation of the retrocommissioning measures. The RSP will prepare and submit the Verification Report that summarizes the final findings and impacts from the project. 3.4 FACILITY OWNER The facility owner shall make available to the RSP a competent facility representative who is knowledgeable in the building systems, equipment and operation. The individual shall provide the RSP access to the building, its Building Automation System (BAS), and any pertinent building documentation necessary to develop a thorough understanding of the operation, systems, equipment and use of the building. The estimated time commitment from the customer to support the retro-commissioning effort is likely to total 60 to 100 hours of a senior facility manager over the 10- to 12- month project duration. The facility owner is responsible for implementing the agreed upon retrocommissioning measures. The owner may exercise the option to subcontract the effort to a contractor or use his own staff to complete the work. 7

39 Section 4 Retro-Commissioning Process The program administrative process for each Retro-Commissioning Project follows four basic program phases: Application Phase Planning Phase Implementation Phase Verification Phase 4.1 APPLICATION PHASE The Retro-Commissioning Project begins with the Application Phase. Project applications are completed by the facility owner or representative and submitted to the Program Administrator. Based on a review of submitted applications, the Program Administrator will select facilities with the highest perceived opportunity for savings to participate in the program. The Program Administrator may conduct an on-site or telephone interview with facility personnel to gauge building and system condition as well as potential retrocommissioning opportunities. Upon acceptance of a participant application, the Program Administrator will arrange a kick-off meeting with the customer s project team and RSP. If your facility is not selected to participate in the program, ComEd may recommend one of the other energy efficiency programs listed in Section 2 of this manual as a better fit for your facility. Customer Role: Complete Application and Agree to Terms & Conditions Deliverable: Program Acceptance or Rejection Letter Duration: 1 to 2 weeks 4.2 PLANNING PHASE Following acceptance of a project into the program, work begins to establish the scope and timeline for the balance of the project. This Planning Phase typically takes about four to six weeks. The Planning Phase commences with a project kick-off meeting with the owner representative, the customer s facility staff and contractors, the RSP, and the Program Administrator. A site assessment and data acquisition plan is completed by the RSP during this phase, where findings are used to generate the Retro-Commissioning Plan for the project and assess potential measures and project economics. The site assessment and data acquisition plan identifies system operational characteristics and parameters 8

40 Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program Manual Retro-Commissioning Process (ie. static pressure, discharge air temperature, damper position) that will be collected using the building automated control system. The customer s facility staff responsibilities during this phase is to provide building documentation and support the RSP s orientation within the building. The Retro-Commissioning Plan establishes the framework and direction for the Implementation Phase. Upon the plan s completion, a Planning Review meeting is held with the owner representative and engineering staff to review the scope of the plan, the impacts and economics of the identified potential measures. At the completion of the Planning Review meeting, the facility owner reviews the retro-commissioning opportunities and acknowledges the measures to be investigated further and implemented in the Implementation Phase. Prior to commencing the Implementation Phase, the customer enters into a formal Program Agreement. The Program Agreement includes several components that define the roles and responsibilities of each party, the project goals, and customer information release language. The primary goal of the Program Agreement is to formally document the customer s commitment to spending at least $10,000 for agreed-upon retrocommissioning measures that result in a bundled estimated simple payback of 1.5 years or less. These measures must be installed by April 1 st of the following year. For projects that are not completed by April 1 st, the customer will be expected to reimburse ComEd the full cost of any completed Retro-Commissioning Planning costs, program-funded Investigation activities, and Verification Report costs. Customer Role: Provide building documentation and support RSP s information collection process. Sign program agreement. Deliverable: Retro-Commissioning Plan Signed Program Agreement with ComEd Duration: 4 to 6 weeks 4.3 IMPLEMENTATION PHASE The Implementation Phase builds upon the Planning Phase, to include activities such as conducting detailed site assessments, diagnostic testing, and trending analyses to evaluate current facility operating procedures, equipment functionality, and to verify planning phase assumptions. As retro-commissioning opportunities are finalized, the customer will be asked to fund and lead the implementation of such measures. Throughout the Implementation Phase, the retro-commissioning measures and associated costs, savings, and economic impacts will be updated and summarized in the Customer Selection Form. This document will be utilized throughout the entire retrocommissioning process to communicate retro-commissioning opportunities and seek customer approval to proceed with implementation. In the event that additional retro- 9

41 Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program Manual Retro-Commissioning Process commissioning measures are discovered or existing measures are modified, the RSP will update the Customer Selection Form and review such measures with the owner. During the Implementation Phase, the RSP works hand-in-hand with the customer s implementation team to identify the recommended measures and provide recommendations to fix the problems. The implementation team includes the facility engineers, operational staff, and the mechanical, electrical, and controls contractors. As retro-commissioning measures are approved by the customer, the implementation team will be asked to fix the items associated with the relevant measures. The goal of this phase is to fully implement all agreed-upon retro-commissioning measures and stand ready for final verification. The implementation costs used to calculate project economics under the program of the measures are based upon reasonable market costs as determined solely by ComEd. Resources to obtain market costs include, but are not limited to industry accepted project estimation resources, vendor quotes, or professional judgment. The customer is afforded the flexibility to utilize in-house staff or an outside contractor to implement retro-commissioning measures implementation. Final implementation costs may vary from the estimated market costs; however, the market costs will be utilized to support contractual obligations. Customer Role: Assist in RSP s investigation activities Contract or arrange for implementation activities Manage completion of recommended measures Deliverable: Implementation of Retro-commissioning Measures Duration: 8 to 20 weeks, depending on the month in which Implementation activities commence 4.4 VERIFICATION PHASE During the Verification Phase, the RSP evaluates facility trending data (from the building EMS, facility submeters, or utility meter) and revisits the site to verify that measures have been properly completed (e.g. new control strategies are functioning properly, repairs have been made, etc). The RSP prepares and submits the Verification Report that summarizes the final findings and impacts from the project. Customer Role: Support RSP s verification process Deliverable: Verification Report Duration: 3 to 10 weeks, depending on the month in which Verification activities are completed. 10

42 Section 5 Participant Resources 5.1 COMED WEB SITE The most current information about program information, eligibility requirements, and other updates is available from the program Web site at RETRO-COMMISSIONING PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR CONTACT INFO All questions about ComEd s Retro-Commissioning Program should be directed to your ComEd Account Manager or the Program Administrator at: ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business 44 E. Roosevelt Rd. #338 Lombard, IL Phone: Fax: (630) ComEdSmartIdeas@KEMA.com 11

43 Appendix A ComEd Service Area Map for Illinois The service area map below illustrates ComEd s service territory. Customers and RSPs are encouraged to review a copy of their recent utility bill to ensure that they are eligible to participate in the program. A-1

44 Appendix B Retro-Commissioning Program Flowchart B-1

45 Appendix C Sample Customer Application C-1

46 Smart Ideas for Your Business Retro-Commissioning Application ComEd s Smart Ideas for Your Business Retro-Commissioning program is available to qualifying customers within ComEd s Illinois service area. The goal of this program is to help you identify opportunities to improve the efficiency of major electrical systems and reduce energy costs without adversely affecting facility or system operations. For complete information about program terms and conditions, please view the program manual and sample customer agreement which is available at ComEd.com. You can also contact the program administrator at or via , ComEdSmartIdeas@KEMA.com. Pre Application Checklist Please confirm you meet the following minimum eligibility requirements before submitting an application to participate in the program: Are you a ComEd delivery services customer, regardless of which electric supplier you have chosen to purchase power from? Do you have a peak demand of 500 kw or greater? 1 Are you served under one or more of the following rate schedules; A75, A76, A77, B75, B78, B95, B98, H75, H76, H77, H78, R75, R76, R77, R78? 1 (For Public Buildings only) Public buildings such as government, municipal, and public schools are not eligible for the Smart Ideas Retro-Commissioning Program at this time. Please refer to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) program for information about additional program offerings. If selected for participation in the program, can you accept the following responsibilities? Are you willing to commit to spending $10,000 on the implementation of identified retro-commissioning measures with an estimated simple payback of 18 months or less based upon electrical savings? Provide access to the facility and time for facility personnel to interface with the retro-commissioning service provider during all phases of the project. Provide and assist with the reporting and collection of information pertaining to the operation of the facility during all phases of the project. Implement the mutually accepted retro-commissioning measures according to the scope and procedures outlined by ComEd no later than April 1 st of the year following the start of your project under the program. Next Steps If you answered yes to the above questions, please complete this application and submit it to ComEd for consideration. In reviewing your application, ComEd will look for evidence that cost-effective retrocommissioning opportunities exist at your facility. ComEd s decision regarding selection of program applicants and the retro-commissioning program will be final and binding for all parties. 1 Visit for your peak demand and rate information. Please have your account number and meter number available. Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 1 of 14

47 Customer acceptance of application terms By signing below, I certify that: The information contained in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge, and will provide additional information if requested; I have read and understood the obligations of program participants, including the commitment of $10,000 to implement identified retro-commissioning measures, and agree to a make a good faith effort to comply with all requirements if selected for participation in the program; ComEd may release historical account data to the program administrator for the facility under consideration. (Signature of individual with authority to bind applicant to these terms required) Signature: Name (printed): Title: Date: Submit completed applications to: ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business 44 E. Roosevelt Rd. #338 Lombard, IL Fax: (630) ComEdSmartIdeas@KEMA.com Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 2 of 14 Rev 1008

48 Contact information Facility name: Facility owner name: Facility address: Project contact name: Project contact title: Project contact phone: Project contact fax: Project contact Property manager: Property management firm: Facility engineer: Facility engineering firm: Program referred to you by: Facility information Facility type (mark one): Office Industrial Hospital Year of construction: Number of floors: Total floor area (ft 2 ): Total conditioned area (ft 2 ): Percent currently occupied: Facility electric account information: Total energy use (kwh/yr): Peak demand (kw): Month of peak demand: Grocery Education Warehouse Retail Lodging Other ComEd Account Number ComEd Meter Number Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 3 of 14 Rev 1008

49 Facility general description Outline the major facility space types, their scheduling, and typical occupant density (e.g. 10,000 ft 2, 24- hour computer center that is unoccupied). Describe the major interior loads of the facility and identify any that dictate how the HVAC system is operated. (add additional rows as necessary) Space/Location Type # of Occupants Scheduled Hours and Days of Occupancy Briefly describe past energy efficiency projects or studies completed for the facility. Describe any currently planned energy efficiency, renovation, or equipment replacement/upgrade projects for the facility. Are there any scheduling issues that could affect the retro-commissioning work (e.g. major renovations or equipment replacements/upgrades)? Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 4 of 14 Rev 1008

50 Facility staff Please identify key individuals responsible for the operation of the facility and state how long they have held their current positions. Contact Name Position Years in this position Facility Responsibilities Please indicate the level of access and capability the chief facility engineer, staff, and/or controls contractor have to interact with the facility s energy management control system (select one): None Some (e.g. able to adjust set points and schedules) Full (e.g. able to modify control logic and trend facility data) Indicate what training resources are available to the facility staff (check all that apply): None In-house Manufacturer or vendor courses Utility courses College/vocational schools Professional associations Other: Describe the facility manager s and staff s receptiveness to and interest in improving the energy efficiency of the facility. Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 5 of 14 Rev 1008

51 If accepted into the program, designate individuals that will act as a part of the owner s project team and the amount of discretionary time to assist in the retro-commissioning process: Position Building Chief Engineer: Operations Manager: Safety Manager: Internal Controls Specialist: External Controls Contractor: Others: Name Amount of Time to Assist (per week) Identify the type and manufacturer of the facility s energy management control system (EMS). If the facility does not have an automated control system, please indicate. Is the EMS capable of trending and storing data for numerous points simultaneously? When is the EMS likely to be replaced or receive a major upgrade? What components of the facility are controlled with direct digital control (DDC) equipment? What components of the facility are controlled, not just actuated, pneumatically? Summarize any peak load shedding strategies currently being used. Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 6 of 14 Rev 1008

52 Is the EMS managed internally or through an external controls contractor? If managed externally, please provide the following: Company Name: Name (of the company specialist): Phone Number (of the company specialist): Address (of the company specialist): Please complete the following table listing the facilities major HVAC and lighting system components. Add more rows as necessary. Equipment Type Size Age Cooling equipment Chiller 1 (example) Centrifugal 300 tons 15 years Heat Rejection equipment Cooling Tower 1 (example) Open, cross flow, induced draft 350 tons 15 years Air handling equipment AHU 1 (example) VAV w/hot water reheat 25,000 CFM 5 years Lighting systems Main office area (example) 32W T8s w/electronic ballasts 40% of occupied ft 2 4 years Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 7 of 14 Rev 1008

53 Outline the current control strategies of the facility s HVAC and lighting systems. Cooling Equipment Strategy Description What is the operating schedule of major cooling equipment? What is the chilled water supply temperature set point? What is the condenser water set point? Is it reset? Are there VFDs on the cooling tower fans? Describe the cooling equipment staging strategy Describe the use of any air-side or water-side economizers Air Handling Equipment Does the HVAC system have an automatic shutdown? Is an optimum start/stop strategy used? Is the air distribution system VAV or CV? Are the VAV boxes Fan Powered? For VAV systems, what is the supply static pressure set point? For VAV systems, is a supply static pressure reset strategy used? If yes, please indicate the strategy(ies) used. Are VAV terminal units DDC controlled through a global controller? Do the VAV terminal units DDC controllers have capability to be scheduled? Does the facility use a zone temperature setback/setup strategy? What is the supply air temperature set point during the summer? Is a supply air temperature reset strategy used? If yes, please indicate the strategy(ies) used. If there is not enough room on the application please attach information to the application. What type of reheat does the air distribution system have, if any? What is the heating energy source (e.g. gas, electric)? How is outdoor air intake controlled? What is the minimum outside air fraction setting? Is the system equipped with zone isolation devices for minimizing energy use in off-peak hours? Is there exhaust air heat recovery? Lighting systems Describe the lighting system controls and current scheduling Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 8 of 14 Rev 1008

54 What type of glazing is installed at the facility (e.g. single-pane tinted)? Describe the age and availability of any as-built drawings and sequences of operation for the facility s HVAC system? Summarize problems or opportunities for improvement that currently exist related to the HVAC and lighting systems. Describe any opportunities for improved operation and maintenance procedures at the facility. What is currently the most prominent issue related to operation of the HVAC and lighting systems, and how is it being managed? What is the primary source of occupant complaints within the facility? Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 9 of 14 Rev 1008

55 Facility compressed air, processing, and refrigeration system information Complete this section only if your facility has compressed air systems, process equipment and/or refrigeration systems. Examples of these systems include, but are not limited to: Compressed Air Systems Air compressor(s) and refrigerated air dryers that serve a manufacturing or process related activities. Process Equipment Equipment such as conveyor lines, manufacturing equipment or equipment that; run continuously or for significant periods of time, have motors, and/or have specific heating/cooling requirements. Refrigeration Systems Refrigeration equipment that is used to satisfy supply cooling requirements for food storage, manufacturing, or process equipment. What are your primary objectives in managing your systems (check all that apply)? Compressed Air Process Refrigeration Objective Maintain continuous operation Improved or increased production Control and/or reduce energy use and costs Reduce capital costs Meet process quality standards Improve safety Reduce equipment maintenance Other: What management approaches and tools do you currently employ (check all that apply)? Compressed Air Process Refrigeration Resources Preventative diagnostic testing Short term monitoring Long term monitoring Leak detection and repair Tracking energy use/costs Improving control strategies Using life-cycle costing to select opportunities Other: Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 10 of 14 Rev 1008

56 What are the top two barriers to more effective operation of your facility s systems? Compressed Air Process Refrigeration Barriers Not enough staff time Lack of budget for efficiency improvements Capital expenses are too high Paybacks are too long Primary focus is on production Lack of accountability for system energy costs Lack of information about opportunities Lack of in-house technical expertise Lack of training Management approval Other: What influences you the most in terms of adopting new management tools or approaches (rank on a 1 to 10 scale, where 10 is high)? Compressed Air Process Refrigeration Influences Books Industry articles and professional publications Peers/Professional organizations Classes/continuing education Demonstrated success of others in the market Internal pilot program success Outside consultants Equipment vendors and manufacturer reps Other: Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 11 of 14 Rev 1008

57 Compressed air systems Complete this section only if applicable for the facility being submitted for consideration in the retrocommissioning program Please list all air compressors that are currently located at your facility (add more rows as necessary). Air Compressors Compressor Capacity Equipment Type Control Mode Annual Age HP ID/Manufacturer (E.g. Scroll, Screw, (E.g. Load/Unload, Operating (years) Reciprocating, VFD, Inlet Modulation, Hours Centrifugal) Blow-off) CNP (example) 150 Screw Load/Unload 15 4,000 Dryers Equipment Status Type Age (years) ID/Manufacturer (Op/standby) Dryer #1 (example) Refrigerated Operational 15 years Storage Equipment Size Status Age (years) ID/Manufacturer (Gallons) (Op/standby) Receiver A (example) 600 Operational 15 years Describe the compressed air system operating schedule at the facility. What is the system pressure? Do you have trouble maintaining this pressure? Describe the staging of the air compressors (e.g. manual, automatic, always on, etc.). Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 12 of 14 Rev 1008

58 Is there a management system or manual procedure in place to shut compressors OFF sometimes? If so, do you think the system is properly tuned? Are you willing to change your control strategy or usage of compressed air if recommended in the retrocommissioning study? Processing equipment Complete this section only if applicable for the facility being submitted for consideration in the retrocommissioning program: Please list all major processing equipment currently located at your facility (add more rows as necessary). HP or Average loading Status Equipment Description/ID Age kw (% full capacity) (Op/standby) 300 ton Servo Press SP1 (example) 180 HP 50% Operational 6 years Describe the process equipment schedule at your facility. What percentage of the facility electric use is attributable to operation of processing equipment? Are there any current operational issues with your equipment? Refrigeration Complete this section only if applicable for the facility being submitted for consideration in the retrocommissioning program Please list all major refrigeration equipment that is currently located at your facility (add more rows as necessary). Absorption Average loading Status Unit description/id Tons Age unit (% full capacity) (Op/standby) Walk in cooler RS60A No % Operational 8 years Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 13 of 14 Rev 1008

59 Unit description/id Absorption unit Tons Average loading (% full capacity) Status (Op/standby) Age Describe the loads served by equipment identified above. Describe the temperature and pressure set points for the identified refrigeration equipment. Outline the sequencing of refrigeration equipment at the facility. Is floating head pressure control utilized? Describe defrost schedules/controls for refrigeration equipment at the facility. What type of capacity control does the refrigeration equipment have (e.g. hot gas bypass, VFDs, etc.)? What percentage of the facility electric use is attributable to operation of the refrigeration equipment? Is there an energy recovery system in place to capture waste heat? Retro-Commissioning Program Application Page 14 of 14 Rev 1008

60 Smart Ideas For Your Business Overview Introduction The 2007 Illinois Power Agency Act established energy efficiency and demand response goals to be met by ComEd and other electric utilities in the state. To meet these goals, ComEd developed and launched a suite of energy efficiency incentives called Smart Ideas in 2008 that are expected to yield more that $155 million in savings during the programs lifetime. The portfolio could place ComEd among the top three utilities in the nation within a few years, in terms of annual electricity savings achieved through energy efficiency. ComEd collaborated with numerous key stakeholders and performed a national review of energy efficiency best practices to develop Smart Ideas. This three-year portfolio of programs will empower both residential and business customers to manage energy bills in the future and could: reduce energy consumption by 1.2 million megawatt-hours, which is the energy needed to power 140,000 homes for one year reduce peak load by 330 megawatts, which eliminates the need for large peakers or single unit coal plants reduce carbon by the equivalent of removing 100,000 cars from the road ComEd encourages its business customers to invest more in energyefficient equipment and systems through its Smart Ideas incentives. Incentives, Solutions and Services Prescriptive Incentives Provides a menu of incentives for common commercial and industrial efficiency measures including lighting technologies, motors, HVAC, and refrigeration (incentives are fixed and are paid on a per-unit basis) visit for more information Custom Incentives Available for retrofit or major energy saving measures not included in the list of qualified prescriptive measures Covers more complex measures including industrial improvements incentives range from 3 cents to 7 cents per annual kwh saved Pre-approval required visit for more information Retro-Commissioning Provides expert building analysis at no cost through a systematic evaluation of energy-using systems Can identify opportunities for customers to: Improve outside air control and indoor quality Eliminate hot or cold spots Optimize chiller or other equipment operation reduce supply air temperature and fan speed in air handling units visit for more information New Construction Provides new construction assistance and incentives to building designers, architects and building owners for surpassing standard new construction building practices Two track approach allows customers in various stages of design to participate in the program Buildings in early design can take advantage of whole building modeling and incentives Buildings that have completed their design will be able to qualify by specifying more efficient technologies visit for more information Energy Insights Online Provides a FREE Web-based energy analysis service detailing your facility s electricity consumption Users can download consumption data, including peak demand dates and times, weather temperature data and custom reports Accessible anywhere via the Internet visit for more information For up-to-date information about the programs and incentive applications visit or call Overview09/10

61 Frequently Asked Questions Answers to frequently asked questions: 1. What is the purpose of these programs? ComEd uses its portfolio of load response programs primarily for system reliability. Whether load response is applied for system-wide or isolated conditions, the programs help to maintain the integrity of the transmission and distribution system. During periods of high temperatures and high electricity usage, load response programs also help to mitigate increased spot market prices by reducing overall electricity demand. These programs also allow the wholesale market to operate more efficiently, and they help reduce the amount of greenhouse gases emitted during times of peak electric generation. 2. Can my business participate even if I ve switched electricity suppliers? Yes. Customers who receive electricity supply from an entity other than ComEd are eligible. If you ve committed your energy to another curtailment service provider, you still would be eligible only for a partial incentive to reduce electric consumption during a ComEd load response curtailment request. Ask your supplier about other energy supply incentives that may be available to you as well. 3. What type of financial benefit can I expect? Your actual benefit will be based on a number of factors, which can include the kilowatt-hour incentive ComEd offers, the kilowatt amount reduced, and duration of your requested electric usage reduction during the curtailment, as well as the duration and frequency of curtailment requests. It is possible for organizations to earn big incentives per request. 4. How will ComEd measure my performance to determine my Rider VLR7 incentive? Using the Energy Insights Online Web site, ComEd will take the average electric consumption level of the prior 5 business days to create a baseline estimate of what amount of energy you normally would have consumed. This baseline is compared to the amount of electricity you actually consumed during the curtailment. You are compensated a predetermined amount based on the difference. (Note: Smart Returns programs require that your facility be equipped with interval recording meters.) 5. How will ComEd know if I reduced my electricity consumption when called to do so? When notified by ComEd, Smart Returns participants must affirm their participation in a Smart Returns load response curtailment. Program participants will not receive compensation if they do not affirmatively reply. When the load response curtailment is over, ComEd will review electricity usage via the Energy Insights Online Web site and calculate the incentive earned. continued...

62 Frequently Asked Questions 6. How much notice will I receive from ComEd? Participants in the Smart Returns Voluntary Load Response reduction program (Rider VLR7) will receive at least a 1-hour notice before each load reduction curtailment. Participants in the Smart Returns Capacity-Based Load Response reduction program (Rider CLR7) have two options to choose from when signing up for the program: a short lead time of 30 minutes or a long lead time of 90 minutes. 7. How long will I have to keep my load reduction activities in place? Participants in a Smart Returns program will be asked to reduce their electrical load for no less than 2 hours and generally no more than 8 hours. Ask your ComEd Account Manager for complete details. 8. Can I reduce usage more than what I originally planned and earn more incentives? You bet! Once you see how easy it is to reduce your energy consumption, you might decide to step up your load response efforts and increase your incentive-earning potential! (This applies only to Rider VLR7. Participants in Rider CLR7 have a limited amount that they are paid for and no more is earned for additional participation.) 9. Will my business be penalized if it cannot reduce electricity consumption when asked? If you re a Voluntary Load Response participant, you will never be penalized for non-participation. You always get to decide if, when, how much, and how long your business can reduce electric consumption. If you re a Capacity-Based Load Response participant, your maximum total credit allowance for the planning period will be reduced by approximately one fifth for each noncompliant curtailment. However, the penalty is capped at five fifths of the credit allowance so that your penalties will never exceed your credit allowance. Speak to your ComEd Account Manager to learn more. 10. Can my business participate in more than one Smart Returns program? Yes. Different facilities can participate in different programs. Additionally, some customers may have incremental load at an enrolled facility that can be placed under a different Smart Returns program. Speak with your ComEd Account Manager for more information. 11. When will I receive my payment? Payment checks reflecting the total earned during the curtailment season of June 1 through September 30 will be mailed no later than December 31. Participants who choose to have the credit applied directly to their ComEd account will receive account credit by December 31 as well. 12. Do I have to sign a contract and, if so, how long is the contract for? Rider CLR7 and VLR7 program participants sign a 1-year contract. This contract will be valid from June 1 of the current year until May 31 of the following year. Rider VLR7 program participants are re-enrolled annually unless they opt out of the program. Every CLR7 contract will need to be renewed through a ComEd Account Manager before the next curtailment season begins on June I d like to participate. What should I do? Contact your ComEd Account Manager today to schedule a visit with an energy specialist from Smart Returns Energy Efficiency Services. They ll walk through your facility to show you opportunities for load reduction and help you design an effective electricity reduction strategy that is right for your company. Your ComEd Account Manager will follow up with a personalized plan that fits your needs ComEd CSP-SR-FAQ

63 Voluntary Load Response Save money and help the environment by reducing energy use at peak times If your business can reduce its electrical usage, ComEd will help you save money The Voluntary Load Response (VLR7) program rewards businesses for curtailing electricity usage. Any firm that can lower their energy consumption by at least 10 kilowatts when ComEd requests a reduction is eligible. VLR7 participation will not only be beneficial to your company, but also will be beneficial to the environment by lowering energy use, which reduces the emission of greenhouse gases. All commercial ComEd accounts within the ComEd service territory are eligible to participate in VLR7, even those purchasing their power from an alternative energy supplier. Whenever ComEd asks VLR7 participants to reduce their usage, the company will notify energy managers what their savings will be. Energy managers can decide when a request is made whether or not they will lower their usage. Incentives for lowering usage are based on hourly wholesale energy market prices and/or ComEd system conditions. Cash or billing credits will be delivered to participating firms by the end of each calendar year.

64 Voluntary Load Response What are the requirements to participate? Voluntary Load Response is available to commercial customers who: n Are within the ComEd service territory and take service under any ComEd retail electric supply or delivery services tariff n Have an interval recording meter or have a written ComEd waiver indicating they have an alternative method to measure usage at particular times n Be able to reduce usage by at least 10 kilowatts What is the payment amount? Payments represent two aspects of typical customer billing. Just as there is an energy charge, there is an energy incentive for reducing usage. The second incentive is the transmission and distribution portion, reflecting the reduced demand on ComEd s delivery system that comes from energy curtailment. Under an energy curtailment, VLR7 participants will earn at least $0.25 per kilowatt-hour for each hour of voluntarily reduced energy usage. This incentive may vary depending on the hourly energy market and/or ComEd system conditions at the time ComEd seeks a usage curtailment. Incentives for a transmission and distribution curtailment will vary depending on system conditions. Unlike energy curtailments, there is no guaranteed minimum payment for participating. Supplier regarding the existence of any load response programs that offer an energy portion incentive that could be earned during a ComEd transmission and distribution curtailment. How much notice is given before interruptions begin? Participants receive at least a one-hour notice before each load response curtailment. How long will each interruption last? Participants will be asked to participate for no less than 2 hours and generally no more than 8 hours. Are there any penalties for nonperformance? No. Additional Information Each participant s load response efforts will be measured against a theoretical load curve that averages the five previous business days actual usage. Actual reduction will be the difference between this average and the participant s actual usage during curtailment. Participation in the VLR7 program each year is self-renewing. You must contact your Account Manager to terminate participation. See your ComEd Account Manager for more details or call Comed1 ( ). This information on the ComEd load response program is intended strictly to provide information on this program and is not a solicitation for any ComEd retail electric supply tariffs or services. Customers cannot benefit from incentives for the energy component if they are part of an energy incentive program offered by another curtailment service provider. Participants may wish to check with their Retail Electric 2007 ComEd CSP-SR-VLR