Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program Financial Incentives for Energy Efficiency Projects 11/10/2009
EECBG Background and Purpose • • • • • • • •
Established by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act 2009 For Non-Formula Cities and Counties – Administered through the State Energy Offices Reduce Fossil Fuel Emissions Improve Energy Efficiency Promote Sustainability Creation and Retention of Jobs Funds must be obligated by States within 18 months Funds must expended by September 2012
Program Partnerships Office of Energy Resources (OER)
Idaho Association of Counties (IAC)
County Applicants
Association of Idaho Cities (AIC)
City Applicants
EECBG Program Components 1.
Energy Efficiency and Conservation ($5,756,100) • Ten Eligible Measures ($100,000 max per entity)
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Renewable Energy Technologies ($2,378,050) • Renewable technologies on Government Buildings • Reduction and Capture of Methane Gas
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Energy Efficiency Building Code Program ($500,000)
Eligible Activities 1.
Development of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy
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Technical Consultant Services
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Residential and Commercial Energy Audits
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Energy Efficiency Retrofits*
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs for Buildings and Facilities
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Development & Implementation of Transportation Programs
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Building Codes and Inspections
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Energy Distribution
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Material Conservation Programs
10. Traffic Signals & Street Lighting
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) • Activities 1-3, 5-10 have been categorically excluded (CX) From further NEPA review (Environmental Questionnaire still required). • *For categorical exclusion, eligible activity #4 is limited to: insulation, lighting, HVAC, shower and faucet upgrades, weather sealing, ENERGY STAR appliances, replacement of windows and doors.
Davis-Bacon Act • • • • •
Applies to all laborers and mechanics on federally funded projects over $2000. NO EXCEPTIONS. Wages and fringe benefits must be at or above local levels for projects of similar character Local prevailing wages are determined by the U.S. Secretary of Labor To be monitored by City or County EECBG award recipients. Information on Davis Bacon Can be found at: www.dol.gov/compliance/guide/dbra.htm
“Buy American” Clause • • • •
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Applies to all construction, maintenance, repair or alteration of public buildings or public works funded by ARRA. Requires that iron, steel and manufactured goods must be produced in the United States Award recipients must monitor contracts for compliance. Exceptions: (must be approved) – Unreasonable cost of domestic good (25% differential) – Item not available domestically or quality/quantity required not available – To waive this requirement would be in the public interest Addendum to RFP on OER website
Historic Preservation • Precautions may apply to project sites • Award recipients are responsible for compliance • For more information, see www.idahohistory.net/shpo.html
Selection Process 1. Associations and OER review applications for completion and accuracy 2. Selection Committee members review and force rank projects individually 3. Selection Committee convenes and comes to agreement on force ranking 4. OER certifies the selection process 5. Official notification, award offer (based on available funds) 6. OER negotiates contracts, posts award info on web 7. Contracts signed
Method of Payment • Advance payments will not be made • Payments will be made by reimbursement only – Regular progress intervals – Form W-9 required – Payment made within 21 business days – Payment deposited electronically – Form 1099 sent to recipient at year end
Reporting Requirements • • •
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All grant recipients are required to meet reporting obligations to avoid suspension or termination of funding Reports must be submitted monthly, quarterly, annually, and as required Reports include, but are not limited to, the following: – Financial reports – AARA performance progress report – Property certification – Special status report (as required) Reporting format and tools to be developed by DOE
Required Application Forms
Budget Spreadsheet
Budget Narrative
Financial Management Assessment
Activity Worksheet
Proposal Narrative
Environmental Questionnaire
Document Submission Checklist
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