The Quarterly Publication of Eneractive Solutions
Th Solution ISSUE 18 | July 2017
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this issue P.4 ENERActive Eye On P.6 Featured Projects P.7 Spotlight On P.8 Quarter in Review P.9 Energy Procurement P.10 Empoweractive P.11 What's Trending P.12 What's Next
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Eye On:
THE EVOLVING ROLE of the Energy Manager
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ecently we have seen some very enthusiastic public statements from leaders in the business community voicing their continued commitment to lowering greenhouse emissions through the adoption of renewable energy and sustainability programs. Beneath the headlines, what is driving our country’s largest energy users to adopt climate-friendly energy practices? Just ask the Energy Managers. They’re the ones tasked with managing the growing number of energy programs and initiatives for their companies. Today’s increasingly complex and
dynamic energy market can directly impact a company’s operational performance — and its bottom line. Energy risks abound and they often go unnoticed. Why? Because most companies don’t have a holistic approach to managing energy, nor the organizational model to benefit from a strategic view. And that means more changes ahead for the energy manager as companies broaden their focus beyond energy efficiency programs and start treating energy as the strategic asset it really is. The role of the Energy Manager is more critical than ever. What began as the person responsible for
interacting with the local utility for quality of service and delivery has evolved into a key leadership role with direct contact into the C-suite.
"The role of the Energy Manager is more critical than ever." Factors driving this expanded role The Solution | Quarterly | July | 4
Eye On: parallel a dynamically-changing energy industry, including regulatory changes across multiple regions and markets, supply and demand-side planning, sustainability programs, and new technology adoption to name just a few. Let’s look at how this role has changed over time.
ENERGY MANAGER 1.0 Reflecting a simpler time, the central job function focused on interfacing with the local utility for service at the facility’s location. This decentralized approach left the Energy Manager fighting with other departments and regions for energy improvement budgets.
ENERGY MANAGER 2.0 Today, the role of Energy Manager has evolved into a more centralized function with the capability of providing a consolidated view of energy spending. According to the 2015 ReD Associates Energy Decisions Study, it is estimated that 73 percent of Fortune 500 companies have a centralized energy team, but this function still struggles with getting approval for cost-saving energy programs, since they must compete for capital programs with other core company functions.
The prevailing attitude remains that energy is not considered strategic to a company’s mission. Energy risks are not understood by key departments, such as Treasury, or by the CFO. Data is latent — or not available at all – that would enable companies to make more informed decisions that would in turn reduce energy risk and help meet sustainability goals.
ENERGY MANAGER 3.0 The Energy Manager’s role now takes on added significance within a company. The Energy Manager 3.0 is an active participant with the C-suite. Energy is treated as a strategic asset, and its use is viewed holistically: ▶▶ The organization is aligned to support an enterprise-wide view of energy; ▶▶ Data analytics inform the optimization of energy procurement, cost-saving programs, sustainability and resiliency programs; and, ▶▶ Energy supply, capital investments and operations are all aligned organizationally to optimize energy use throughout the company, in all of its diverse geographies and regions.
The energy market is undergoing profound structural changes. Companies are now exposed to an extremely balkanized, dynamic and even volatile energy market, for which most are ill-prepared. As a result, companies are falling behind the competition, spending too much for energy, cannot provide visibility for the investment community, and are losing an opportunity to create more brand equity and thought leadership. Something has to change. This all circles back to the pubic aspirational statements by leaders in the business community on remaining steadfast in their commitment to meeting their GHG and sustainability goals, in spite of what happens in Washington. Getting there will require changes in the way their companies procure, use and manage energy across their enterprise. One thing we know for certain: the Energy Manager will play a critical role in helping to achieve these important goals. Want more? Click here to sign up to receive more updates on the latest Edison Energy news.
In fact, the Energy Manager title itself is now Chief Energy Officer, reporting directly to the CEO
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Featured Projects ANOTHER WIN FOR
ZUCKERMAN
Hot on the heels of their recent BCA Northeast Chapter win, Memorial Sloan Kettering's Zuckerman Research Center took home yet another award, this time from the AEE - New York Chapter.
In May, it was announced that the Mortimer B. Zuckerman Research Center was the recipient of this year's Energy Project of the Year - an award given annually by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), New York Chapter. The award "recognizes an innovative energy management project that has been in operation for at least six (6) months and can be substantiated with actual installation costs and operating savings". Eneractive was contracted by Memorial Sloan-Kettering to perform an ASHRAE Level II energy audit in parallel with a building-wide retro-commissioning study at the facility. The work performed at the Zuckerman significantly improved and enhanced occupancy comfort levels, as well as saved energy. Due to the critical nature of the services provided and patients served at the Zuckerman Center, it was vital to reduce maintenance issues and hot/cold calls to the spaces. This year's awardees were honored at the 2017 Annual Awards Gala in June.
MIDDLESEX
COUNTY COLLEGE Gets the Gold (again!)
Congratulations to Middlesex County College (MCC) for achieving LEED Gold status on their South Hall building (which joins West Hall in MCC's collection of designated LEED Gold buildings) . Eneractive Solutions was involved in the fundamental commissioning, enhanced commissioning and drafting of the M&V plan for a newly constructed, 2-story, 36,000 square foot science lab building. The project was completed in July 2017 and consists of 14 science labs dedicated to general biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, genetics, microbiology and general science. Eneractive is proud to have been able to work with Middlesex County College on such a successful project. The Solution | Quarterly | July | 6
Spotlight On
IDEA 2017 • Edison Energy recently got back from IDEA 2017: Sustaining Our Success in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was the team's first time attending the annual conference, hosted by the International District Energy Association (IDEA), which explored emerging technologies, innovative policies and connected global leaders advancing a new energy paradigm for cities, communities and campuses around the world.
JUNE 26-29 SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA
financial regulation, job creation and the economic impact of healthcare reform. He is currently a Senior Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School's Mosavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government.
heat and power, and the value and opportunities that can be reaped from it. Overall, our team found great value in attending this conference. From the wealth of information to be shared, to the meaningful conversations, we left the event with a renewed sense of optimism about the direction of the energy industry.
In addition to exhibiting at the event, Eneractive Solutions had a speaking slot as well. President Dan Weeden, and Vice Presidents Douglas Millar and Al DiGuilio (pictured above, The event kicked off with a keynote in respective order) presented We look forward to the next address from Brian Deese, who on: Resiliency, Reliability, and District Energy event: Microgrid served as a Senior Advisor to Risk Management — Leveraging 2017 in Boston, see you there! President Obama. His portfolio New Energy Technologies. The includes energy and climate policy, presentation explored combined
PECO SMART IDEAS TRADE ALLY PROGRAM Listed Services:
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Energy Audits Lighting HVAC RCx/Cx (in progress) Compressed Air (in progress)
Eneractive Solutions has recently been accepted into the Trade Ally Program for PECO Smart Ideas. As a member of this program, Eneractive will work with businesses to help them develop and implement energy efficiency initiatives and apply for rebates. To learn more about this program and how we can help your company in the PA region, click here. The Solution | Quarterly | July | 7
Quarter in Review WHAT'S HAPPENING?
Bringing you up to speed with noteworthy moments, recognitions, and highlights happening across the Edison Energy team.
ALTENEX
Emily Williams, Director of Energy Supply, was awarded the Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) Rising Star Award. Read more here. New case studies featuring some marquee projects from Altenex have been added to the Edison Energy website: ▶▶ Home Depot ▶▶ Iron Mountain ▶▶ Howard University ▶▶ General Motors ▶▶ General Mills
DELTA
In a noteworthy case study, Delta’s close attention to detail saves client over $77,000 in avoided costs. The plastics manufacturing client utilized Delta's full range of energy management services highlighted by strategic procurement, invoice auditing, and data management. To read the full case study, click here.
OUR NEW LOOK & FEEL IS HERE! Check out our new logos and be on the lookout for our new branding.
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Energy Procurement NATURAL GAS & ELECTRICITY
SNAPSHOT
NATURAL GAS STORAGE • Working gas in storage was 2,888 Bcf as of Friday, June 30, 2017, according to EIA estimates. This represents a net increase of 72 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 285 Bcf less than last year at this time and 187 Bcf above the five-year average of 2,701 Bcf. At 2,888 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.
ELECTRICITY • Natural gas use for power generation, sometimes called power burn, decreased in the United States this past winter (November 2016 – March 2017) compared to the previous winter (November 2015 – March 2016). Total natural gas consumption for power generation fell from 4,420 trillion British thermal units (TBtu) in the winter of 15/16 to 3,908 TBtu in the winter of 16/17, an 11.6% decrease. • This fall in demand can be traced mostly to higher spot natural prices and higher electric generation
from coal, conventional hydroelectric, solar, and wind plants. Despite this winter-over-winter decline in natural gas use for power, power burn during winter 16/17 still exceeded the five-year winter average (from 2010-11 through 2014-15) of 3,606 TBtu by 8.4%.
RENEWABLES • Wind electricity generating capacity at the end GW by the end of 2018. of 2016 was 81 gigawatts (GW). EIA expects wind • After declining by 1.7% in 2016, energy-related capacity additions in the forecast will bring total carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are projected to wind capacity to 88 GW by the end of 2017 and 102 decrease by 0.7% in 2017 and then increase by GW by the end of 2018. 2.2% in 2018. Energy-related CO2 emissions are • Total utility-scale solar electricity generating capacity sensitive to changes in weather, economic growth, at the 2016 was 21 GW. EIA expects solar capacity and energy prices. additions in the forecast will bring total utility-scale solar capacity to 29 GW by the end of 2017 and 32 *Information from eia.gov
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EMPOWERActive
LYRICS
FOR LUCAS AUG. 27, 2017
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The Lyrics for Lucas Foundation has teamed up with Madison Square Garden and the New York Liberty for a special Lyrics for Lucas Game Day on August 27th, 2017! Ticket cost for this event is $85.00 (Please note: There are only a limited number of tickets available).
What's Included:
▶▶ Courtside seats to the New York Liberty vs. Chicago Sky WNBA Game ▶▶ Full access to the Delta Sky Club and Lounge, which includes all food and non-alcoholic beverages. There is also a cash bar located in the Delta Sky Club, as well as 12 large screen TVs to watch all of the action as well as other sporting events that might be on. ▶▶ Autograph session with the New York Liberty ▶▶ Activities on and off the court for children who attend ▶▶ We will be randomly selecting 20 adults/children to come down to the court to shoot basketballs prior to the game ▶▶ 12 children will also be selected to stand on the court next to a Liberty Player during the National Anthem
This is an exciting day for the Foundation - their banner, as well as the Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) banner will be displayed in Madison Square Garden.
ONE MORE
TRI SEP. 24, 2017
We are nearly 2 months out from our annual One More Tri Triathlon. Join us on the Asbury Park Boardwalk on Sunday, September 24, 2017, as we team up with Special Olympics New Jersey for the sixth year in a row for what is always a fun-filled day for athletes and spectators alike. For those unfamiliar with the event, One More Tri is a unified triathlon experience, where athletes from all age groups and skill levels compete side-by-side with Special Olympics athletes.
Interested in racing?
Athletes have the opportunity to compete in the full triathlon (there is also a mini-sprint option for those looking to compete, but on a lighter level), as well as duathlon and aquavelo options. Racers can also compete on a relay team.
Want to get involved?
To register, donate, or learn more about One More Tri, click here!
For those who can't race, there are still plenty of other ways to get involved with One More Tri. If you are interested in volunteering, donating, or sponsoring this event, please click the button on the left. Food donations are also welcome and greatly appreciated. Hope to see you there! The Solution | Quarterly | July | 10
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What’s Next RESILIENT VIRGINIA August 1-2 Richmond VA
This year’s theme, Connecting Communities, Business, and Educators for Resilience Solutions, builds on last year’s inaugural conference goals of broadening the capacity for resiliency planning in the state, and it serves as a forum to highlight the resiliency programs developed under Governor Terry McAuliffe’s administration.
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Eneractive will be exhibiting at the 35th Annual CASHE seminar taking place in Ocean City, MD this year.
Asbury Park, NJ
Join us in support of Special Olympics New Jersey for the 6th Annual One More Tri triathlon event.
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What's Next WEEC 2017 September 27-30 Atlanta, GA
Eneractive will be exhibiting at the 40th Annual World Energy Engineering Congress (WEEC)- taking place this year in Atlanta, GA. This year's event features keynote address from 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush. In addition, Douglas Millar, Vice President of Eneractive Solutions will be presenting on "Resiliency, Reliability, and Risk" Register
AASHE CONFERENCE & EXPO
October 15-18 San Antonio, TX
We will be attending and exhibiting at this year's AASHE Conference & Expo. This year's theme is "Stronger in Solidarity". Also, don't miss Thomas Szarawarski and Chris O'Brien's special workshop on Sunday on the "Secrets to Campus Energy Success". Register
I2SL ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 15-18 Boston, MA
The I2SL Annual Conference is the leading international conference focused on strategies to meet the challenges of energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in laboratories and related facilities. Eneractive will be attending and exhibiting at this event. Learn more
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