This document discusses the Energy Star program and how it can save money. It explains that Energy Star rated buildings use less energy than average buildings, which saves on utility costs. The Energy Star Portfolio Manager is a free online tool that measures a building's energy use and compares it to similar buildings. Inputting utility bills and other data allows it to generate a Statement of Energy Performance that can be used for leasing, sales, and incentives. The document provides examples of how implementing energy efficiency through Energy Star qualified products and designs can help property owners by lowering expenses and risks while increasing profits and rental rates.

1. ENERGY STARMake it work for you7.13.2011

2. Orientation Why energy conservation matters How Energy Star can help Why ratings matter What is Energy Star How to Implement Using Energy Star to design Energy Star at home

3. Why ??? Total Energy Use in the United States from Buildings

4. Why ??? US Electricity Use

5. Why ??? Global Crisis

6. Why it is good for your bottom line!! Source: Athena Institute

7. Why it is good for your bottom line!! TOTAL RENT NET RENT Finance costs Insurance Building Management Operating expenses Utility Savings i.e. Cleaning Pest Management Security Utilities Electricity, Water, Sewage Utility savings go to the tenant, if above baseline year and the owner if below. Less expenses + more profit Less dependent on energy cost increases Less risks More net rent Option 1 – Gross lease Less expenses Less dependent on energy cost increases Less risks Utility savings go to the tenant or owner Option 2 – Net lease or owner occupied

8. 25% increase from 2005-2010

9. Why – Market conditions http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ Source: Study of University of San Diego 2010 by Galuppo & Tu

10. Rental Rates with Energy Star Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2008

11. Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2010

12. Rental Rates with Energy Star Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2008

13. Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2008

14. Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2010

15. Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2010

16. Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2008

17. Why – the competition Source: Sustainable Rhythm, 2011

19. Verified by licensed professional

20. Building must be more than 50% occupied for representative data

21. No minimum rating requiredEnergy Star Portfolio Manager as tracking tool for the federal government’s reporting of emission reduction

22. Source: http://www.costar.com/JOSRE/ 2008

23. Utility Rebate programsFirst Energy - Mercantile customer program Necessary Information Receipts/ Invoices of investment, technical information, drawings, calculations First Energy Customer information Use and operating hours Energy consumption/costs for 1 or 3 years (1 for cash option)

24. Energy Star Portfolio Manager tracks energy consumption and automatically adjusts for weather Energy Star Portfolio Manger helps to tracks the impact of efficiency measures

25. Utility Rebate programsFirst Energy – Energy Efficiency Incentive Program Necessary Information Receipts/ Invoices of investment, technical information, drawings, calculations First Energy Customer information Use and operating hours

26. Federal Tax Benefits “Energy-efficient commercial building property” may qualify for a tax deduction of $1.80 per square foot or partial deduction of up to $0.60 for heating, cooling, lighting and building envelope Deduction in the year the property was place in service before 31st Dec 2013 by the person or organization making the expenditures. Can be building owner or tenant. Not related, licensed engineer or contractor needs to provide the calculation and documentation for the taxpayer. Documentation must include: Watch the details Energy savings calculation according to ASHRAE 90.1-2004 Appendix G Compliance of building measures according to ASHRAE 90.1-2001 Field inspection including testing Certifier to provide projected energy costs and savings Accelerated depreciation of smart meters and smart grid systems: 10 years Tax credits up to 30% for renewable energy investments, 10% for geothermal and CHP systems

27. ENERGY STARIntroduction Government sponsored program by the EPA and DOE Rates: Buildings, Equipment, Products, Homes Free Online tool provided – Energy Star Portfolio manager Evaluates your property and compares to other buildings in your industry Energy Star rated Building consume less energy than average building stock

28. How to Implement Plan for Action

30. # of employees

31. Hours of service

32. # of computers

33. Specialty info (washing, cooking, registers refrigeration)

35. Portfolio ManagerPerformance Report Statement of Energy Performance Document summarizes a buildings information in an understandable, easy-to-use, business transaction format Leasing, building sales, appraisals, insurance, staff management/tenants/customers, and energy contracts Validated by a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect Satisfy LEED for Existing Buildings (LEED-EB) requirements This is a required component of a buildings application for Energy Star

36. Portfolio ManagerDesign Tool Architect, Developer, and Building owner roles Use Energy Design Guidance Set Energy use targets & Rate Design Using Target Finder whole-building energy analysis Apply to Earn the Energy Star

37. Portfolio ManagerDesign to Earn the ENERGY STAR

38. Energy Star Works for YouSummary Energy efficiency = less costs, more money Can’t manage what you don’t measure ESPM is a free, online measurement tool Helps with planning and design Rewards and recognition, financial incentives Risk of not taking action = losing tenants

39. What to Expect from Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Potential utility bill savings of 20% or more Fewer drafts and more comfortable rooms Consistent temperatures across rooms Better ventilation and humidity control Quality assurance inspections to make sure work gets done right Reduce greenhouse gas emission to protect the environment 32

40. Introduction Dominion East Ohio (DEO) is offering the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program to improve the energy performance, durability, healthiness, and safety of existing residential housing in their service territory. Price of audit is $50.00, which can be refunded if home improvements are made, or the option of a free carbon monoxide detector is included. As part of the program, rebates are being offered for a variety of energy efficiency improvements. 33

41. How The Program Works Conducting a blower door test will help the auditor measure how much air is leaking from your home and where it is leaking. 34 Using an infrared camera will produce a thermal image that will show the areas in your home where there is inadequate insulation. These areas would be otherwise undetectable with the naked eye (i.e., behind walls) Inspecting and testing combustion appliances such heating equipment, water heaters and ovens for proper performance and carbon monoxide will determine if dangerous gasses are being introduced into your home.

42. How The Program Works Receive energy efficiency improvements as part of the assessment at no extra cost; improvements installed in your home may include: HVAC Filters Weather Stripping Door Sweeps Low-Flow Showerhead Foam Insulation Water Heater Pipe Wrap Caulking Kitchen and Bathroom Aerators Duct Sealing 35

43. Do-It-Yourself Rebate Options 36

44. Incentives Continued 37

45. Who Can Participate? Individually metered residential customers of Dominion East Ohio with an active account. Customers who live in: Single family homes Duplex/Townhomes/Condos Mobile Homes Apartments Renters are eligible with written landlord permission. 38

46. Program Summary Sign up for a Home Performance Assessment Call toll free @ 877-287-3416 Cost is $50.00 (Retail Value of $500) GoodCents auditor performs the comprehensive energy audit Use a participating contractor to perform work GoodCents performs a test-out on completed work Receive rebates on installed eligible measures once your home passes the test-out 39

47. Contact Information Call us toll free at (877)287-3416 Visit us on our website at www.deohpwes.com 40

48. Thank you! Susann Geithner Director of Sustainability HSB Architects & Engineers sgeithner@hsbarch.com 216.586.0229 Ext 11 Laura Steinbrink President Humanity’s Loom laura@humanitysloom.com 866.650.4114 Ext 800 Matt Setzekorn Principal Integrated Engineering Consultants Matt.setzekorn@iec-inc.cc 216.901.6711 Katie Schade Technical Resource Manager Good Cents Katie.Schade@goodcents.com 800-800.653.3445 Ext 1885

49. Questions