Energy Efficiency in Buildings

Energy efficiency and conservation measures reduce consumption while lowering operating costs and improving occupants’ comfort. These might include addressing efficiency improvements including lighting, air sealing and insulation, efficient heating and cooling equipment, sensors, and replacement of gas appliances with electric.

New to Energy Efficiency?

Materials are focused on businesses, non-profits and local government

• View these Energy Efficiency Overview slides presented by Jenn Jones at PennTAP at the

• CBICC's June 8, 2023 EnergyBiz Session

• View these First Energy's Rebate programs slides presented by Todd Kirkpatrick at First Energy during the June 8, 2023 EnergyBiz Session
• Curious about the Energy Efficiency Tax Deduction available? View these EE Tax Deduction slides from Kevin McGarry at Urish Popeck who presented during the June 8, 2023 EnergyBiz Session.  

 

Why Energy Efficiency?

• Reduce operating costs
• Reduce the risk of early equipment failure and unscheduled down time
• Increase a facility’s net operating income (NOI)
• Maintain comfort, leading to fewer “hot and cold” complaints

Ways to Save Energy and $$

• Checklist of energy-saving measures
• Upgrade your lighting
• Replace HVAC with a heat pump system
• First Energy Instant Discounts

 

Funding Opportunities

• Reduce your energy demand = reduced monthly utility bills!
• Act129 Utility Rebates - for homeowners, businesses, non-profit and local government
• West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund - for homeowners, businesses, non-profit and local government
• PennSEF - PA Sustainable Energy Financing
• PA DEP Small Business Advantage Grant 
• Rural Energy for American Program (REAP) Loans and Grants for Centre County businesses 
• Energy Efficiency Tax Deduction - for businesses, non-profit and local government