UTILITY BILL AUDITS AND TARIFF OPTIMIZATION - energy cost is driven by 3 components:
price, quantity, and incentives.
Energy cost is driven by 3 components: price, quantity, and incentives.
UTILITY BILL AUDITS AND TARIFF OPTIMIZATION
Our utility bill audit and refund recovery services will help you secure the utility refunds you deserve. Our experience has shown that 7-11% of utility bills have material errors. Multi-site customers are challenged with trying to avoid these costly billing mistakes over a portfolio of facilities billed by various utility companies.
ENERGY SAVERS 2's utility bill audit and refund recovery solution combines our proprietary software analytics tracking system with our experienced staff members who are skilled at energy bill analysis and working directly with the utility companies to secure electric bill cost reductions and refunds on your companies behalf.
By leveraging ENERGY SAVERS 2's national tariff rate library, customers maintain a competitive advantage by staying informed of utility rate and tariff regulatory changes that work to their benefit. Our optimization process includes:
* Research and analyze alternative rates and tariffs
* Evaluate alternative rate tariffs, interpretations, applications and qualifications
* Analyze the current usage patterns to develop accurate load shapes
* Compare current rates vs. alternative rates
* Offer an alternative utility rate design when customer sponsored rates are needed
* Prepare necessary correspondence for utility providers
* Recover from utility companies
Energy Savers 2 innovated a proprietary approach which is based upon the simple equation that energy cost is driven by 3 components: price, quantity, and incentives. This represents the shortest path to the greatest savings on your energy expenses.
Our blend of services, combined with business professionals who are experts in their field, have made Energy Savers 2 a leader in the energy consulting business. Since 1989, the Energy Savers 2 team success rate for identifying savings opportunities is over 96% and our client retention rate after the initial engagement is 86%. Currently serving thousands of clients theUS
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ZERO COST VIRTUAL ENERGY ASSESSMENT
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Energy cost is driven by 3 components: price, quantity, and incentives.
UTILITY BILL AUDITS AND TARIFF OPTIMIZATION
Our utility bill audit and refund recovery services will help you secure the utility refunds you deserve. Our experience has shown that 7-11% of utility bills have material errors. Multi-site customers are challenged with trying to avoid these costly billing mistakes over a portfolio of facilities billed by various utility companies.
ENERGY SAVERS 2's utility bill audit and refund recovery solution combines our proprietary software analytics tracking system with our experienced staff members who are skilled at energy bill analysis and working directly with the utility companies to secure electric bill cost reductions and refunds on your companies behalf.
By leveraging ENERGY SAVERS 2's national tariff rate library, customers maintain a competitive advantage by staying informed of utility rate and tariff regulatory changes that work to their benefit. Our optimization process includes:
* Research and analyze alternative rates and tariffs
* Evaluate alternative rate tariffs, interpretations, applications and qualifications
* Analyze the current usage patterns to develop accurate load shapes
* Compare current rates vs. alternative rates
* Offer an alternative utility rate design when customer sponsored rates are needed
* Prepare necessary correspondence for utility providers
* Recover from utility companies
Energy Savers 2 innovated a proprietary approach which is based upon the simple equation that energy cost is driven by 3 components: price, quantity, and incentives. This represents the shortest path to the greatest savings on your energy expenses.
Our blend of services, combined with business professionals who are experts in their field, have made Energy Savers 2 a leader in the energy consulting business. Since 1989, the Energy Savers 2 team success rate for identifying savings opportunities is over 96% and our client retention rate after the initial engagement is 86%. Currently serving thousands of clients the
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ZERO COST VIRTUAL ENERGY ASSESSMENT
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? subject=INTELIGENT%20ENERGY%20360%20INQUIRY%20-%20ZERO%20COST> In today's
rapidly evolving energy environment, businesses are constantly searching for
the right innovative approach to identify energy efficiency opportunities and
lower energy costs. Companies need to focus on two key areas: looking for the
proper energy consulting allies and being able to implement programs which
reduce energy costs.
Our Zero Cost Virtual Energy Assessment is a non-invasive, scoping process involving only the collection of your current energy status documents.
Energy Savers 2 offers a complete Zero Cost Virtual Energy Assessment using only your company's existing energy data usage, retail energy provider billing history, and a current predominant use study in order to harness the untapped benefits that lie within a company's day to day energy use.
Unlike other self-proclaimed "energy consultants", our Zero Cost Virtual Energy Assessment team includes certified energy procurement professionals, seasoned energy efficiency project managers, and registered, degreed professional engineers.
COMPETITIVE ENERGY PROCUREMENT
Our Zero Cost Virtual Energy Assessment is a non-invasive, scoping process involving only the collection of your current energy status documents.
Energy Savers 2 offers a complete Zero Cost Virtual Energy Assessment using only your company's existing energy data usage, retail energy provider billing history, and a current predominant use study in order to harness the untapped benefits that lie within a company's day to day energy use.
Unlike other self-proclaimed "energy consultants", our Zero Cost Virtual Energy Assessment team includes certified energy procurement professionals, seasoned energy efficiency project managers, and registered, degreed professional engineers.
COMPETITIVE ENERGY PROCUREMENT
http://www.energysavers2.com/images/epro.jpg The process of purchasing energy in a deregulated market is both complex and time consuming. To date, the energy markets have yet to agree and converge around a single standard model. On the contrary, most authorities have undertaken different paths towards the opening of their markets due to political and economic exigencies. Consequently, at present, each market around the
Energy Savers 2 has built its reputation providing a better way to procure energy, one that is technology-enabled, expertly designed to foster competition among retail and wholesale energy suppliers. Energy Savers 2 acts as your independent & unbiased energy advocate by transacting energy commodities, electricity, natural gas, renewable energy, demand response, and green credits for your benefit.
Our objective is the same as yours-to obtain the most economical supply arrangement available and to further reduce costs as opportunities appear over the term. Your goals become ours. whether that means energy savings, budget certainty, a renewable energy portfolio, energy risk management or a combination of these approaches.
Energy Savers 2's supplier portfolio includes regional, national, and global electricity and natural gas suppliers, so you will have access to highly competitive pricing and a full array of energy management products and services that help you identify, understand, and manage the variables that affect the total price you pay for energy.
ENERGY ASSESSMENTS
Identify your opportunity for energy cost savings http://www.energysavers2.com/images/energy-ass-small.jpg> Domestic manufacturers spend more than $33 billion on electricity each year. Motors and lighting consume 84% of that total. More than half of those motors run pumps and fans, and pumps account for 20% of worldwide electrical demand. Much of that cost is caused by inefficient systems. Those unnecessary costs negatively affect your bottom line, and energy waste sabotages any energy conservation efforts that are part of a sustainable production program for environmental and social responsibility.
Not only do you need to meet your business and production goals, but global dynamics are forcing you to pursue energy reductions. Many companies can reduce energy consumption at their manufacturing facilities when a plan is implemented.
This energy plan starts with an Energy Savers 2 Energy Assessment. Our engineers will take an objective look around your plant floor to help implement an individualized plan to reduce energy consumption. An energy assessment will analyze all areas of energy usage at your facility, including electricity, gas, water, air and steam.
Maximize Your Investment and Help Improve Sustainability By performing an Energy Assessment, we can help you create a sustainable plan by identifying conditions, evaluating existing project results and analyzing/monitoring data collected from electrical and mechanical systems. With energy costs being highly volatile, usage reduction is crucial. To help reduce energy costs, operations are energy assessments focus on:
* Optimizing asset and energy use
* Reducing fossil-fuel consumption
* Energy procurement negotiation
* Implementing co-generation
* Deploying alternative energy programs
* Managing peak demand energy consumption
* Reducing carbon footprint
* Energy cost as a production metric
PREDOMINANT USE STUDIES
http://www.energysavers2.com/images/predom-use-small.jpg> For many manufacturers, processors, and fabricators, sales tax exemptions on the purchase of utilities, such as electricity, natural gas, steam, and water, can provide one of the single largest sources of tax savings in their operations. This tax exemption can result in hundreds of thousands of tax dollars saved annually. To lower your company's utility costs through the reduction or elimination of sales tax, a predominant use or exempt use utility study may be required to support the claim for exemption.
Energy Savers 2 provides predominant use studies for companies across a variety of industries to support their claims for sales tax exemptions on the purchases of utilities, such as electricity and natural gas. Utility study detail and certification documentation requirements vary from state to state, but in most cases, the power consumed to operate exempt equipment is considered an exempt use of that power.
In many states, meters that measure more than 50% of their power consumed operating exempt equipment generally qualify for a 100% exemption from sales tax. Energy Savers 2's knowledge and thorough understanding of all state and local tax laws and compliance requirements will ensure that your company submits an accurate utility exemption claim that substantiates the highest possible exemption percentage achievable.
INTELIGENT BUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY
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INTELIGENT Building Systems service offers a whole new approach to selecting and
implementing technical systems in your facility. Our design team will serve as
your product-neutral consultant to objectively ascertain the level of
sophistication and integration your systems need, and to make recommendations
for which systems best suit your business - resulting in a high performance
building that achieves the long-term goals of your organization.
(In our continuing effort to make energy simple and approachable we chose to provide you with a "universal" definition of the key areas of focus for reducing consumption and operational costs.)
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LIGHTING
The Problem - Over Illumination http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Over-illumination
The Solution part 1 - Intelligent Lighting Controls Compact http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lighting_control_systemFluorescent Light aka CFL http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compact_flourescent_bulb
L.E.D. aka Light-Emitting Diode http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LED#High-power
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HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING aka HVAC
INTELIGENT Building Automation http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Building_automation
HVAC Control System http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HVAC_control_system
Distributed Control System http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributed_control_system
System Integration http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Systems_integration>
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ENERGY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
The tracking, trending, measurement, and
verification of your energy efficiency results.
Energy Management Software http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_management_software
(In our continuing effort to make energy simple and approachable we chose to provide you with a "universal" definition of the key areas of focus for reducing consumption and operational costs.)
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LIGHTING
The Problem - Over Illumination http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Over-illumination
The Solution part 1 - Intelligent Lighting Controls Compact http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lighting_control_systemFluorescent Light aka CFL http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compact_flourescent_bulb
L.E.D. aka Light-Emitting Diode http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LED#High-power
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HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING aka HVAC
INTELIGENT Building Automation http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Building_automation
HVAC Control System http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HVAC_control_system
Distributed Control System http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributed_control_system
System Integration http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Systems_integration>
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ENERGY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
The tracking, trending, measurement, and
verification of your energy efficiency results.
Energy Management Software http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_management_software
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DEMAND RESPONSE, REDUCTION, & SHIFTING
Demand Response http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demand_response>
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ENERGY STAR BENCHMARKING
ENERGY STAR RATING http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_Star> http://www.energysavers2.com/images/img49.jpg>
LEED CERTIFICATION
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LEED_certification
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UTILITY BILL AUDITS AND TARIFF OPTIMIZATION
Our utility bill audit and refund recovery services will help you secure the utility refunds you deserve. Our experience has shown that 7-11% of utility bills have material errors. Multi-site customers are challenged with trying to avoid these costly billing mistakes over a portfolio of facilities billed by various utility companies.
ENERGY SAVERS 2's utility bill audit and refund recovery solution combines our proprietary software analytics tracking system with our experienced staff members who are skilled at energy bill analysis and working directly with the utility companies to secure electric bill cost reductions and refunds on your companies behalf.
By leveraging ENERGY SAVERS 2's national tariff rate library, customers maintain a competitive advantage by staying informed of utility rate and tariff regulatory changes that work to their benefit. Our optimization process includes:
* Research and analyze alternative rates and tariffs
* Evaluate alternative rate tariffs, interpretations, applications and qualifications
* Analyze the current usage patterns to develop accurate load shapes
* Compare current rates vs. alternative rates
* Offer an alternative utility rate design when customer sponsored rates are needed
* Prepare necessary correspondence for utility providers
* Recover from utility companies
STATE MANUFACTURING EXEMPTIONS
* IDAHO Exemption on all utilities delivered by pipes, wires or mains http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* WYOMING Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* UTAH Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Study with only taxable usage required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* COLORADO Beginning March of 2010, the exemption for industrial processes has been suspended but remains for agricultural processes. Lighting does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* TEXAS Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Predominant use study must have engineering statement on study. A licensed engineer must affix his or her stamp and sign attesting to the accuracy of the study OR the engineer must be a graduate from a accredited engineering school to sign off on the study Predominant use studies are required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* ARKANSAS Beginning July 2007 through June 30, 2008 state tax will be 4.5% vs 5% Beginning July 1, 2008 and thereafter, rate will be 4% vs 6% Utility must be used directly in manufacturing. Manufacturing area must be separately metered from taxable area http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* OKLAHOMA Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* KANSAS Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Research & amp; Development does qualify Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Refund period is now limited to 12 months Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NEBRASKA Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* LOUISIANA BeginningJuly 1, 2008 , sales and use tax rate reduced from 3.3%
to 2.3%. After July 1, 2009 , no tax applies to electricity and
natural gas http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
*MISSOURI
* IOWA Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Updates required every 3 years Research & Development does qualify Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MINNESOTA Limit of two(2) refund claims only per year (regardless of tax type) Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing. Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Research & Development does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* WISCONSIN Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MISSISSIPPI Automatic reduction from the full tax rate down to 1.5% for utilities used in production. Taxpayer needs to obtain direct pay permit from state and remit the appropriate tax to state Water qualifies for exemptions. Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* TENNESSEE Reduction from the full tax rate down to 1.5% if you are a manufacturer Water does qualify No Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* KENTUCKY 100% exemption if the cost of natural gas and electricity exceeds 3% of the overall cost of production http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* INDIANA Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption) If less that 50%, then a refund is available but no future exemption is granted. Annual refunds must be applied for from State Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MICHIGAN Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing. Research & Development does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MAINE 95% exemption if manufacturing occurs. No Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* VERMONT Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Valid for three years only Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NEW YORK Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing. Research & Development does qualify Utility company applies 100% exemption on bill Taxpayer accrues and pays taxable portion to State using form ST100 Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MASSACHUSETTS Predominant use (75% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Research & Development does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* RHODE ISLAND Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* CONNECTICUT Predominant use (76% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption) If less than 75% used in manufacturing, partial exemption is possible Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* PENNSYLVANIA Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Lighting in plant qualifies Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NEW JERSEY Must be in Enterprise Zone. Must employ at least 250 people. Several other highly restrictive exemptions for qualifying companies available <http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#>
* MARYLAND Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* WEST VIRGINIA All utilities are exempt http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* VIRGINIA All utilities are exempt http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NORTH CAROLINA Reduced tax rate to 2.83% Can be reduced to .17% of megawatt volume of electricity received during the previous calendar year is more that 900,000 for the next fiscal year http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* SOUTH CAROLINA Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* GEORGIA Effective 1/1/2011, in order for manufacturers to qualify, the average annual direct cost of electricity must exceed 50% of the average annual cost of all production materials including the cost of electricity http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* FLORIDA Tiered exemption system used for electricity exemptions Under 50% used in manufacturing does not qualify for exemption 50% through 75% used in manufacturing receives 75% exemption 76% and above used in manufacturing receives 100% exemption Only specific industries qualify. Check SIC code in classification manual Study required. http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
ENERGY
INCENTIVES
Energy Efficient Commercial Building
Don't miss out.
As part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the Commercial Building Deduction encourages companies to "Go Green" to not only save money on their utility bills, but on their tax returns as well. This tax incentive is often referred to as EP Act and is codified in §179D of the IRS tax code.
How it Works
Commercial building owners can take a Federal tax deduction of up to $1.80 per square foot of the building's floor area if they install property that reduces energy and power costs. These installations need to be a part of the building's interior lighting systems, heating, cooling, ventilation, hot water systems or building envelope. The deduction is allowed for both new construction and remodeling and the building must be placed in service between 2006 through 2013.
To achieve the maximum $1.80 deduction, energy and power costs must be reduced by at least 50 percent when compared to a reference building. If a building comes in under 50 percent, it may still qualify for a deduction of $.60 or $1.20 per square foot by looking at individual systems. For partial deductions, the requirement for the building envelope is a 10 percent improvement. For lighting and HVAC/hot water systems, the improvement must reach a 20 percent threshold. Additionally, there are special rules for lighting-only projects applicable to both new construction and retrofits, which use a graduated scale. The standards for the reference building are somewhat dated and the thresholds can often be met through current design techniques.
Note that this Federal tax incentive is a deduction rather than a tax credit, meaning that the cash benefit is calculated by multiplying the deduction times the tax rate, which is usually 35%.
Examples of Energy-Efficient Building Materials and Systems
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High-efficiency insulation in walls, ceilings and floors
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Automatic thermostats, lighting controls and other monitoring equipment
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Energy-efficient fixtures
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Ultra-efficient air conditioners and furnaces
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High-performance glazing and other energy-efficient materials on the building envelope
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Natural ventilation
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Day-lighting
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Improved fan efficiency
Claiming the Deduction
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The deduction is available to both new construction and remodeling of commercial buildings performed between 2006 through 2013.
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The building must meet energy and power costs reduction standards as detailed in ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2001, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings (effectiveApril 2, 2003 ).
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An independent, qualified individual must verify and certify that the property installed satisfies specific energy efficiency requirements using IRS-approved software.
DEMAND RESPONSE, REDUCTION, & SHIFTING
Demand Response http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demand_response>
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ENERGY STAR BENCHMARKING
ENERGY STAR RATING http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_Star> http://www.energysavers2.com/images/img49.jpg>
LEED CERTIFICATION
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LEED_certification
© Energy Savers 2 all rights reserved. Terms of Use http://www.energysavers2.com/disclaimer.php
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UTILITY BILL AUDITS AND TARIFF OPTIMIZATION
Our utility bill audit and refund recovery services will help you secure the utility refunds you deserve. Our experience has shown that 7-11% of utility bills have material errors. Multi-site customers are challenged with trying to avoid these costly billing mistakes over a portfolio of facilities billed by various utility companies.
ENERGY SAVERS 2's utility bill audit and refund recovery solution combines our proprietary software analytics tracking system with our experienced staff members who are skilled at energy bill analysis and working directly with the utility companies to secure electric bill cost reductions and refunds on your companies behalf.
By leveraging ENERGY SAVERS 2's national tariff rate library, customers maintain a competitive advantage by staying informed of utility rate and tariff regulatory changes that work to their benefit. Our optimization process includes:
* Research and analyze alternative rates and tariffs
* Evaluate alternative rate tariffs, interpretations, applications and qualifications
* Analyze the current usage patterns to develop accurate load shapes
* Compare current rates vs. alternative rates
* Offer an alternative utility rate design when customer sponsored rates are needed
* Prepare necessary correspondence for utility providers
* Recover from utility companies
STATE MANUFACTURING EXEMPTIONS
* IDAHO Exemption on all utilities delivered by pipes, wires or mains http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* WYOMING Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* UTAH Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Study with only taxable usage required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* COLORADO Beginning March of 2010, the exemption for industrial processes has been suspended but remains for agricultural processes. Lighting does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* TEXAS Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Predominant use study must have engineering statement on study. A licensed engineer must affix his or her stamp and sign attesting to the accuracy of the study OR the engineer must be a graduate from a accredited engineering school to sign off on the study Predominant use studies are required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* ARKANSAS Beginning July 2007 through June 30, 2008 state tax will be 4.5% vs 5% Beginning July 1, 2008 and thereafter, rate will be 4% vs 6% Utility must be used directly in manufacturing. Manufacturing area must be separately metered from taxable area http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* OKLAHOMA Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* KANSAS Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Research & amp; Development does qualify Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Refund period is now limited to 12 months Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NEBRASKA Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* LOUISIANA Beginning
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* IOWA Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Updates required every 3 years Research & Development does qualify Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MINNESOTA Limit of two(2) refund claims only per year (regardless of tax type) Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing. Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Research & Development does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* WISCONSIN Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MISSISSIPPI Automatic reduction from the full tax rate down to 1.5% for utilities used in production. Taxpayer needs to obtain direct pay permit from state and remit the appropriate tax to state Water qualifies for exemptions. Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* TENNESSEE Reduction from the full tax rate down to 1.5% if you are a manufacturer Water does qualify No Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* KENTUCKY 100% exemption if the cost of natural gas and electricity exceeds 3% of the overall cost of production http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* INDIANA Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption) If less that 50%, then a refund is available but no future exemption is granted. Annual refunds must be applied for from State Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MICHIGAN Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing. Research & Development does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MAINE 95% exemption if manufacturing occurs. No Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* VERMONT Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Valid for three years only Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NEW YORK Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing. Research & Development does qualify Utility company applies 100% exemption on bill Taxpayer accrues and pays taxable portion to State using form ST100 Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* MASSACHUSETTS Predominant use (75% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Refunds and exemptions for water used in all or part of manufacturing and / or processing does qualify Research & Development does qualify Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* RHODE ISLAND Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* CONNECTICUT Predominant use (76% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption) If less than 75% used in manufacturing, partial exemption is possible Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* PENNSYLVANIA Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Lighting in plant qualifies Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NEW JERSEY Must be in Enterprise Zone. Must employ at least 250 people. Several other highly restrictive exemptions for qualifying companies available <http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#>
* MARYLAND Predominant use (51% or more of utility used in manufacturing allows for 100% exemption). Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* WEST VIRGINIA All utilities are exempt http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* VIRGINIA All utilities are exempt http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* NORTH CAROLINA Reduced tax rate to 2.83% Can be reduced to .17% of megawatt volume of electricity received during the previous calendar year is more that 900,000 for the next fiscal year http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* SOUTH CAROLINA Actual percentage of utility used in manufacturing Study required http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* GEORGIA Effective 1/1/2011, in order for manufacturers to qualify, the average annual direct cost of electricity must exceed 50% of the average annual cost of all production materials including the cost of electricity http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
* FLORIDA Tiered exemption system used for electricity exemptions Under 50% used in manufacturing does not qualify for exemption 50% through 75% used in manufacturing receives 75% exemption 76% and above used in manufacturing receives 100% exemption Only specific industries qualify. Check SIC code in classification manual Study required. http://www.energysavers2.com/man-tax-exp.php#
Don't miss out.
As part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the Commercial Building Deduction encourages companies to "Go Green" to not only save money on their utility bills, but on their tax returns as well. This tax incentive is often referred to as EP Act and is codified in §179D of the IRS tax code.
How it Works
Commercial building owners can take a Federal tax deduction of up to $1.80 per square foot of the building's floor area if they install property that reduces energy and power costs. These installations need to be a part of the building's interior lighting systems, heating, cooling, ventilation, hot water systems or building envelope. The deduction is allowed for both new construction and remodeling and the building must be placed in service between 2006 through 2013.
To achieve the maximum $1.80 deduction, energy and power costs must be reduced by at least 50 percent when compared to a reference building. If a building comes in under 50 percent, it may still qualify for a deduction of $.60 or $1.20 per square foot by looking at individual systems. For partial deductions, the requirement for the building envelope is a 10 percent improvement. For lighting and HVAC/hot water systems, the improvement must reach a 20 percent threshold. Additionally, there are special rules for lighting-only projects applicable to both new construction and retrofits, which use a graduated scale. The standards for the reference building are somewhat dated and the thresholds can often be met through current design techniques.
Note that this Federal tax incentive is a deduction rather than a tax credit, meaning that the cash benefit is calculated by multiplying the deduction times the tax rate, which is usually 35%.
Examples of Energy-Efficient Building Materials and Systems
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High-efficiency insulation in walls, ceilings and floors
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Automatic thermostats, lighting controls and other monitoring equipment
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Energy-efficient fixtures
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Ultra-efficient air conditioners and furnaces
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High-performance glazing and other energy-efficient materials on the building envelope
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Natural ventilation
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Day-lighting
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Improved fan efficiency
Claiming the Deduction
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The deduction is available to both new construction and remodeling of commercial buildings performed between 2006 through 2013.
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The building must meet energy and power costs reduction standards as detailed in ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2001, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings (effective
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An independent, qualified individual must verify and certify that the property installed satisfies specific energy efficiency requirements using IRS-approved software.
How We Can Help
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Calculate the amount of the additional deduction
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Coordinate with your tax preparer to claim the deduction
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Seek assignment of deduction from government agency, if required
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Amend tax returns or file a change in method of accounting, if necessary
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Certify the energy efficiencies, which may require:
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Review of construction documents;
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Site visits; and
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Discussions with building designers, project managers and related personnel.
State Incentives: Tax Deductions, Credits, Grants, and Rebates
As part of our energy assessment process, ENERGY SAVERS 2 reviews your opportunity to qualify for state incentives which may be applicable to your Company's situation.
Alternative Fuel Generation Incentives:
If you are considering a capital investment in alternative fuel generation facilities for back up energy generation, ENERGY SAVERS 2 can facilitate this process. Upon completion of our 360 degree energy assessment study, we can review the energy findings with qualified, alternative fuel generation manufacturers, suppliers, and alternative fuel energy engineers. Upon confirming "Positive ROI" investment options which meet your immediate and future alternative fuel generation needs, we can manage the alternative fuel generation implementation process from planning to completion.
ENERGY DATA
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ENERGY DEREGULATION
http://www.energysavers2.com/images/img4A.jpg In the past, one utility provided the three components of your energy service: generation, transmission and distribution. Legislatures and the public utility commissions (PUC) of many STATES http://www.eia.gov/cneaf/electricity/page/restructuring/restructure_elect.html have created competition for electricity and natural gas supply. This allows consumers to choose their energy supplier, while the delivery of the energy is still regulated and is the responsibility of the local utility company.
Deregulated Generation: With deregulation, you're able to go direct and choose the company that produces energy, or the company who buys it on your behalf to sell to you.
Regulated Transmission and Distribution: This is the actual delivery of electricity across poles and wires and natural gas through pipelines to your business by your local utility company. Your utility company is responsible for maintaining the poles and wires, or pipelines, and responding to emergencies and power outages. The public utility regulates transmission and distribution to ensure the safety and reliability of your services.
OUR CLIENT FOCUS
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MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRIAL clients are the primary focus of Energy Savers 2's energy cost savings strategies. We think of ourselves as a boutique energy services company, with a specialized emphasis on devising successful energy plans for our manufacturing and industrial clients. Our Zero Cost Virtual Energy Assessment is an industry first. Several of our manufacturing and industrial clients also qualify for a free Predominant Use Study, which is a necessity for achieving tax savings in states with manufacturing exemptions. By understanding our manufacturing and industrial clients energy needs through numerous, previous engagements performing energy procurement, energy assessments, tax & utility billing audits, energy efficiency retrofits, and predominant use studies, we are your best choice for partnering with on your energy goals. Unlike typical energy brokers and consultants, we have a complete team of electrical engineers and certified energy professionals for formulating a comprehensive 360 energy strategy for any manufacturing or industrial facility
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THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY, as a whole, reports single digit profitability averages annually. Recent studies show that in the food and beverage industry nearly 6 out of every 100 dollars earned goes to energy. Because of the relatively low margins, reducing overhead costs is key to increasing cash flow.
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THE HOTEL AND LODGING INDUSTRY must find ways to cut overhead and operational costs while creating an excellent customer experience in order to maintain profitability. With most hotels staying open 24/7/365, energy use is one of the easiest expenditures to target allowing for a short payback period and immediate savings. In fact with an average of 24% of a hotel's energy usage tied to lighting alone, an 81% reduction in lighting costs can translate to the equivalent of an Average Daily Rate (ADR) increase of up to $2.44.
THE RESTAURANT INDUSTRY, as a whole, reports single digit profitability averages annually. Recent studies show that in the food and beverage industry nearly 6 out of every 100 dollars earned goes to energy. Because of the relatively low margins, reducing overhead costs is key to increasing cash flow.
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THE HOTEL AND LODGING INDUSTRY must find ways to cut overhead and operational costs while creating an excellent customer experience in order to maintain profitability. With most hotels staying open 24/7/365, energy use is one of the easiest expenditures to target allowing for a short payback period and immediate savings. In fact with an average of 24% of a hotel's energy usage tied to lighting alone, an 81% reduction in lighting costs can translate to the equivalent of an Average Daily Rate (ADR) increase of up to $2.44.
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RETAIL: When a prominent NYC retailer contracted to review its various stores utility expenses, with the client's authorization, we contacted the electricity supplier and discovered that the over-billing was a result of a misapplied meter multiplier. Further investigation revealed that along with the misapplied meter multiplier, the client was being billed in accordance with the meter readings of a much larger neighboring store. The meters were subsequently properly tagged and previous erroneous billings were corrected. A refund of $75,000 and an on-going cost reduction of nearly $400,000 per year.
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GROCERY: for grocers, it takes $50 - $80 in sales, on average, to match the cash flow produced by $1 in energy cost savings. On a 40,000 sq. ft. store, over 5 years, a 21% reduction in energy adds almost $210,000 to cash flow at the bottom line. This is the equivalent of adding $2-4 million annually in sales at the top line.
A full-service real estate investment and management company, owns and operates commercial and industrial facilities with Energy Star scores ranking from the 10th to 95th percentile compared to nationwide commercial properties. A study of 31 selected commercial properties identified facilities that exhibit high potential for optimization through operational and physical site improvements. It also identified low/no cost tuning plus operating and maintenance actions for improvement of building performance. Over 73 improvement measures were identified. This has resulted in the average improvement of Energy Star scores by over 29 points on average. Facilities have reduced electric consumption by as much as 51% with monthly savings of over $18,720.
* Improve asset value
* Reduce energy consumption by 51% in new construction projects and up to 36% in existing properties.
* Lower operations and maintenance expense.
* Increase tenant comfort and satisfaction.
* Distinguish your properties in the market
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SURGERY CENTERS/MEDICAL BUILDINGS:
The Medical Building Tune-Up Program (MBTU) from Energy Savers 2 is designed to deliver cost-effective, long-lasting energy and demand savings by offering medical-focused engineering services, including building retro-commissioning analysis and energy efficiency measure implementation assistance.
In addition, the Medical Building Tune-Up Program quantifies a building's energy benchmark and provides financial incentives for the installation of qualified retro-commissioning measures. Customers receive a detailed engineering report tailored to their needs, addressing all of the energy efficiency opportunities identified and the associated financial incentives.
Energy Savers 2 provides a team of engineering experts who spend time with building operators, collect information, troubleshoot problem areas, assess system operations and performance, and recommend measures to improve system operations - and reduce energy consumption.
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ONLINE AUCTIONS for natural gas, electricity, green energy and Demand response in which suppliers bid against each other, driving down prices, to win a customer's business. In advance of the auctions, we work closely with the client to understand their energy needs across the business and develop an appropriate go-to-market strategy. Acting on the clients behalf, we collect usage data from all the locations, and synthesize that information into electronic RFPs marketed to the supplier community. This expert preparation contributes to a highly liquid, competitive, and transparent pricing events that attract multiple suppliers ultimately delivering excellent price discovery and favorable contract terms.
Below are the current states listed for Manufacturing Exemptions. For the individual state's exemption details put your mouse over that state marked with an "E".
Arkansas
Colorado
Connecticut Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
New Jersey
New York
North
Carolina
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virginia
Vermont
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
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RETAIL: When a prominent NYC retailer contracted to review its various stores utility expenses, with the client's authorization, we contacted the electricity supplier and discovered that the over-billing was a result of a misapplied meter multiplier. Further investigation revealed that along with the misapplied meter multiplier, the client was being billed in accordance with the meter readings of a much larger neighboring store. The meters were subsequently properly tagged and previous erroneous billings were corrected. A refund of $75,000 and an on-going cost reduction of nearly $400,000 per year.
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GROCERY: for grocers, it takes $50 - $80 in sales, on average, to match the cash flow produced by $1 in energy cost savings. On a 40,000 sq. ft. store, over 5 years, a 21% reduction in energy adds almost $210,000 to cash flow at the bottom line. This is the equivalent of adding $2-4 million annually in sales at the top line.
A full-service real estate investment and management company, owns and operates commercial and industrial facilities with Energy Star scores ranking from the 10th to 95th percentile compared to nationwide commercial properties. A study of 31 selected commercial properties identified facilities that exhibit high potential for optimization through operational and physical site improvements. It also identified low/no cost tuning plus operating and maintenance actions for improvement of building performance. Over 73 improvement measures were identified. This has resulted in the average improvement of Energy Star scores by over 29 points on average. Facilities have reduced electric consumption by as much as 51% with monthly savings of over $18,720.
* Improve asset value
* Reduce energy consumption by 51% in new construction projects and up to 36% in existing properties.
* Lower operations and maintenance expense.
* Increase tenant comfort and satisfaction.
* Distinguish your properties in the market
http://www.energysavers2.com/images/HOSPITAL.jpg
SURGERY CENTERS/MEDICAL BUILDINGS:
The Medical Building Tune-Up Program (MBTU) from Energy Savers 2 is designed to deliver cost-effective, long-lasting energy and demand savings by offering medical-focused engineering services, including building retro-commissioning analysis and energy efficiency measure implementation assistance.
In addition, the Medical Building Tune-Up Program quantifies a building's energy benchmark and provides financial incentives for the installation of qualified retro-commissioning measures. Customers receive a detailed engineering report tailored to their needs, addressing all of the energy efficiency opportunities identified and the associated financial incentives.
Energy Savers 2 provides a team of engineering experts who spend time with building operators, collect information, troubleshoot problem areas, assess system operations and performance, and recommend measures to improve system operations - and reduce energy consumption.
http://www.energysavers2.com/images/AUCTION.jpg
ONLINE AUCTIONS for natural gas, electricity, green energy and Demand response in which suppliers bid against each other, driving down prices, to win a customer's business. In advance of the auctions, we work closely with the client to understand their energy needs across the business and develop an appropriate go-to-market strategy. Acting on the clients behalf, we collect usage data from all the locations, and synthesize that information into electronic RFPs marketed to the supplier community. This expert preparation contributes to a highly liquid, competitive, and transparent pricing events that attract multiple suppliers ultimately delivering excellent price discovery and favorable contract terms.
Below are the current states listed for Manufacturing Exemptions. For the individual state's exemption details put your mouse over that state marked with an "E".
Arkansas
Colorado
Connecticut Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
New Jersey
New York
North
Carolina
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virginia
Vermont
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
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