Projects
Investor Confidence Project
Project Description: Development of a series of protocols known as the Investor Confidence Project (ICP), sponsored by the Environmental Defense Fund, targeted at enabling a market for investment quality energy efficiency projects, by reducing transaction costs and engineering overhead, while increasing the reliability and consistency of savings. Acting as the Technical Lead, 7th Gen is helping to evolve a portfolio of energy efficiency project level protocols that standardize both the engineering and documentation of an energy efficiency retrofit resulting in reduced investor transaction costs and manageable performance risk. http://www.eeperformance.org/
Project Description: Development of a series of protocols known as the Investor Confidence Project (ICP), sponsored by the Environmental Defense Fund, targeted at enabling a market for investment quality energy efficiency projects, by reducing transaction costs and engineering overhead, while increasing the reliability and consistency of savings. Acting as the Technical Lead, 7th Gen is helping to evolve a portfolio of energy efficiency project level protocols that standardize both the engineering and documentation of an energy efficiency retrofit resulting in reduced investor transaction costs and manageable performance risk. http://www.eeperformance.org/
Xcel Energy Community Energy Efficiency Program, Lafayette, CO
Project Description: As a member of the Lafayette Energy Sustainability Advisory Committee, assisting with the Xcel Energy Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP), a one-year pilot program designed to help develop a quantified, action-oriented plan for energy efficiency for the City of Lafayette. The program is designed to drive more participation in demand-side management incentives, rebates and services through a unified approach to common energy efficiency goals and actions.
Project Description: As a member of the Lafayette Energy Sustainability Advisory Committee, assisting with the Xcel Energy Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP), a one-year pilot program designed to help develop a quantified, action-oriented plan for energy efficiency for the City of Lafayette. The program is designed to drive more participation in demand-side management incentives, rebates and services through a unified approach to common energy efficiency goals and actions.
Fayetteville State University Energy Study, Fayetteville, NC
Project Description: ASHRAE Level III Energy Study and energy modeling services for 18 campus buildings including administration buildings, classroom buildings, auditoriums, science labs, gymnasiums, and an events center, totaling 836,000 ft2. In addition to ECM evaluation, this current project involves short-term monitoring of systems to identify opportunities and assist with baseline development, and creation of calibrated Trane Trace energy models. The results of this effort will be used in the development of an energy savings performance contract.
Project Description: ASHRAE Level III Energy Study and energy modeling services for 18 campus buildings including administration buildings, classroom buildings, auditoriums, science labs, gymnasiums, and an events center, totaling 836,000 ft2. In addition to ECM evaluation, this current project involves short-term monitoring of systems to identify opportunities and assist with baseline development, and creation of calibrated Trane Trace energy models. The results of this effort will be used in the development of an energy savings performance contract.
New Belgium Brewery Design Assistance, Asheville, NC
Project Description: Development of a conceptual eQUEST energy model for use in designing New Belgium Brewery’s distribution center. In addition to development of the energy model, services included participation in sustainability design charettes, parametric runs, and insight and analysis regarding daylighting and broader design of the building.
Project Description: Development of a conceptual eQUEST energy model for use in designing New Belgium Brewery’s distribution center. In addition to development of the energy model, services included participation in sustainability design charettes, parametric runs, and insight and analysis regarding daylighting and broader design of the building.
Duquesne Light Demand Side Management, Pittsburgh, PA
Project Description: Detailed energy studies (ASHRAE Level III) of two large hospitals, three university buildings, and a high rise office building totaling 1,756,850 square feet. Anticipated energy cost savings were $1,811,640 at an implementation cost of $3,511,926, for a total simple payback of 1.9 years. Measures identified and analyzed included lighting retrofits, lighting controls, air handling unit optimization (economizer optimization, building static pressure control, supply and mixed air temperature reset), programmable thermostats, evaporator controls, HVAC equipment replacement, cold-water humidification, boiler stack heat recovery, general repairs, combined heat and power, variable-flow conversion, variable frequency drives on chillers and cooling tower fans, demand controlled ventilation, and kitchen and laboratory hood controls, among others.
Project Description: Detailed energy studies (ASHRAE Level III) of two large hospitals, three university buildings, and a high rise office building totaling 1,756,850 square feet. Anticipated energy cost savings were $1,811,640 at an implementation cost of $3,511,926, for a total simple payback of 1.9 years. Measures identified and analyzed included lighting retrofits, lighting controls, air handling unit optimization (economizer optimization, building static pressure control, supply and mixed air temperature reset), programmable thermostats, evaporator controls, HVAC equipment replacement, cold-water humidification, boiler stack heat recovery, general repairs, combined heat and power, variable-flow conversion, variable frequency drives on chillers and cooling tower fans, demand controlled ventilation, and kitchen and laboratory hood controls, among others.
Tohono O’odham Nation Energy Study, Sells, AZ
Project Description: Detailed energy study (ASHRAE Level II) of 28 tribal facilities totaling 212,025 square feet, including analysis of energy conservation measures and renewable energy measure analysis. Anticipated energy cost savings were $105,957 at an implementation cost of $790,755, for a total simple payback of 7.5 years. Measures indentified and analyzed included lighting retrofits, lighting controls, window retrofits, airside economizers, programmable thermostats, evaporator controls, HVAC equipment replacement, heat exchanger treatment, thermostat relocation, general repairs, and increased cooling capacity.
Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California Energy Study; Carson City, NV
Project Description: Detailed energy study (ASHRAE Level II) of 17 tribal facilities totaling 107,554 square feet, including energy conservation and renewable energy measure analysis, as well as blower door testing and infrared thermal imaging. Anticipated energy cost savings were $22,664 at an implementation cost of $201,369, for a total simple payback of 8.9 years. Measures identified and analyzed included programmable thermostats, occupancy sensing thermostats, lighting retrofits, lighting controls, HVAC system equipment replacement, envelop insulation, demand controlled ventilation, evaporator controls, and preventative maintenance.
Leeville Underground Mining Operation Energy Study; Elko, NV
Project Description: Detailed energy study (ASHRAE Level II) of the Newmont Mining Corporation’s Leeville Underground Mining Operation, including energy conservation measure analysis for the underground and surface operations. Anticipated energy cost savings were $304,171 at an implementation cost of $2,036139, for a total simple payback of 6.7 years. Measures identified and analyzed included lighting retrofits and controls, programmable thermostats, airside economizers, heat recovery, variable frequency drives, heat recovery, microhydroelectric turbines, boiler stack economizers, infrared heaters, and production flow improvements.
Certified Measurement and Verification Exam Redevelopment; Washington, DC
Project Description: Development of 100 new exam questions for the Certified Measurement and Verification Exam, administered by the Association of Energy Engineers to test understanding of the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) and certify Measurement and Verification Professionals.
Metro Wastewater Reclamation Department Lighting Study; Denver, CO
Project Description: Detailed lighting audit to evaluate various lighting retrofit and controls options at 46 wastewater treatment plant facilities totaling 657,121 square feet.
Measurement and Verification Owner’s Project Requirements Template Development; Boulder, CO
Project Description: Development of an Owner’s Project Requirements template for Measurement and Verification to provide clarification of methods for valuing and overall success of energy-efficient project achievements through measurement and verification.
Littleton Wastewater Treatment Plant Lighting Study; Littleton, CO
Project Description: Detailed lighting audit to evaluate various lighting retrofit and controls options at 20 wastewater treatment plant facilities totaling 187,301 square feet.
YWCA Energy Study; Boulder, CO
Project Description: ASHRAE Level I energy study and condition assessment including analysis of the economic feasibility of various energy conservation measures, including assessment of the lighting systems, HVAC equipment, and controls.
Mariana’s Supermarket Energy Study; North Las Vegas, NV
Project Description: ASHRAE Level I energy study of the Mariana’s Supermarket, including the economic feasibility of various energy conservation measures. Analysis included assessment of the lighting systems, HVAC equipment, controls, and refrigeration equipment.
Laborers International Union Hall Comprehensive Lighting Audit; Las Vegas, NV
Project Description: Detailed lighting audit including light level measurements and associated savings calculations for various lighting retrofit options including LED fixture retrofit (LED fluorescent equivalents), as well as lighting controls such as daylighting, occupancy sensors, and lumen maintenance.
Project Description: Detailed energy study (ASHRAE Level II) of 28 tribal facilities totaling 212,025 square feet, including analysis of energy conservation measures and renewable energy measure analysis. Anticipated energy cost savings were $105,957 at an implementation cost of $790,755, for a total simple payback of 7.5 years. Measures indentified and analyzed included lighting retrofits, lighting controls, window retrofits, airside economizers, programmable thermostats, evaporator controls, HVAC equipment replacement, heat exchanger treatment, thermostat relocation, general repairs, and increased cooling capacity.
Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California Energy Study; Carson City, NV
Project Description: Detailed energy study (ASHRAE Level II) of 17 tribal facilities totaling 107,554 square feet, including energy conservation and renewable energy measure analysis, as well as blower door testing and infrared thermal imaging. Anticipated energy cost savings were $22,664 at an implementation cost of $201,369, for a total simple payback of 8.9 years. Measures identified and analyzed included programmable thermostats, occupancy sensing thermostats, lighting retrofits, lighting controls, HVAC system equipment replacement, envelop insulation, demand controlled ventilation, evaporator controls, and preventative maintenance.
Leeville Underground Mining Operation Energy Study; Elko, NV
Project Description: Detailed energy study (ASHRAE Level II) of the Newmont Mining Corporation’s Leeville Underground Mining Operation, including energy conservation measure analysis for the underground and surface operations. Anticipated energy cost savings were $304,171 at an implementation cost of $2,036139, for a total simple payback of 6.7 years. Measures identified and analyzed included lighting retrofits and controls, programmable thermostats, airside economizers, heat recovery, variable frequency drives, heat recovery, microhydroelectric turbines, boiler stack economizers, infrared heaters, and production flow improvements.
Certified Measurement and Verification Exam Redevelopment; Washington, DC
Project Description: Development of 100 new exam questions for the Certified Measurement and Verification Exam, administered by the Association of Energy Engineers to test understanding of the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) and certify Measurement and Verification Professionals.
Metro Wastewater Reclamation Department Lighting Study; Denver, CO
Project Description: Detailed lighting audit to evaluate various lighting retrofit and controls options at 46 wastewater treatment plant facilities totaling 657,121 square feet.
Measurement and Verification Owner’s Project Requirements Template Development; Boulder, CO
Project Description: Development of an Owner’s Project Requirements template for Measurement and Verification to provide clarification of methods for valuing and overall success of energy-efficient project achievements through measurement and verification.
Littleton Wastewater Treatment Plant Lighting Study; Littleton, CO
Project Description: Detailed lighting audit to evaluate various lighting retrofit and controls options at 20 wastewater treatment plant facilities totaling 187,301 square feet.
YWCA Energy Study; Boulder, CO
Project Description: ASHRAE Level I energy study and condition assessment including analysis of the economic feasibility of various energy conservation measures, including assessment of the lighting systems, HVAC equipment, and controls.
Mariana’s Supermarket Energy Study; North Las Vegas, NV
Project Description: ASHRAE Level I energy study of the Mariana’s Supermarket, including the economic feasibility of various energy conservation measures. Analysis included assessment of the lighting systems, HVAC equipment, controls, and refrigeration equipment.
Laborers International Union Hall Comprehensive Lighting Audit; Las Vegas, NV
Project Description: Detailed lighting audit including light level measurements and associated savings calculations for various lighting retrofit options including LED fixture retrofit (LED fluorescent equivalents), as well as lighting controls such as daylighting, occupancy sensors, and lumen maintenance.
E/S3 Consultants, Inc.
7th Gen Energy Solutions works in a strategic relationship with E/S3 Consultants, Inc and has provided services under contract to E/S3 on several of that firm’s projects such as:
7th Gen Energy Solutions works in a strategic relationship with E/S3 Consultants, Inc and has provided services under contract to E/S3 on several of that firm’s projects such as:
Louisiana Department of Corrections Third-Party M&V Review Services
Project Description: Third party review services of the investment grade audit (baseline development and savings calculations) and measurement and verification (Option C) efforts being performed by an energy services company involving an energy savings performance contract of nine correctional facilities.
Project Description: Third party review services of the investment grade audit (baseline development and savings calculations) and measurement and verification (Option C) efforts being performed by an energy services company involving an energy savings performance contract of nine correctional facilities.
Weber State University Hurst Center Recommissioning, Ogden, UT
Project Description: Targeted recommissioning effort on the Hurst Center for Lifelong Learning at Weber State University. The four year old building received LEED Silver certification, yet had high energy use and prevalent comfort issues. The recommissioning effort utilized trend data analysis, spot measurements, and targeted functional performance testing, as well as thorough review and troubleshooting of the controls, to improve system performance and control-ability. The process uncovered 31 issues and opportunities ranging from mechanical issues to significant controls issues, which were remedied during the investigation or shortly after, and are currently being monitored to further fine tune and optimize the changes that were affected. Energy performance is predicted to result in a 38% reduction in energy usage, and less than a three year simple payback.
Project Description: Targeted recommissioning effort on the Hurst Center for Lifelong Learning at Weber State University. The four year old building received LEED Silver certification, yet had high energy use and prevalent comfort issues. The recommissioning effort utilized trend data analysis, spot measurements, and targeted functional performance testing, as well as thorough review and troubleshooting of the controls, to improve system performance and control-ability. The process uncovered 31 issues and opportunities ranging from mechanical issues to significant controls issues, which were remedied during the investigation or shortly after, and are currently being monitored to further fine tune and optimize the changes that were affected. Energy performance is predicted to result in a 38% reduction in energy usage, and less than a three year simple payback.
Weber State University Energy and Sustainability Investment Plan, Ogden, UT
Project Description: Development of a Master Plan to guide the University’s effort towards sustainability, energy efficiency, and a carbon-neutral posture by 2050. The project involves a collaborative effort to determine University objectives and goals, develop baselines, assess the current infrastructure and ongoing efforts, perform life cycle costs analysis, community outreach, measurement and verification, and ongoing Cx.
Town of Pinedale Retrocommissioning and Measurement and Verification Services, Pinedale, WY
Project Description: Measurement and Verification services utilizing Options B (Retrofit Isolation) and D (Energy Modeling) of the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol, for five city-owned building retrofit projects. Services included short-term diagnostic monitoring of systems, and calibrated energy simulation to verify predicted energy savings for various measures, as well as retrocommissioning efforts including functional performance testing, equipment repairs, and optimization of control sequences.
Utah State University Photovoltaic System Feasibility Study; Logan, UT
Project Description: Detailed assessment of the economic feasibility of a potential 376 kW to 1.1 MW photovoltaic system, including analysis of the potential capacity of the proposed system, associated costs, as well as potential funding mechanisms. Single-axis and dual-axis tracking systems were
analyzed, as well as detailed financial analysis and greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
Project Description: Development of a Master Plan to guide the University’s effort towards sustainability, energy efficiency, and a carbon-neutral posture by 2050. The project involves a collaborative effort to determine University objectives and goals, develop baselines, assess the current infrastructure and ongoing efforts, perform life cycle costs analysis, community outreach, measurement and verification, and ongoing Cx.
Town of Pinedale Retrocommissioning and Measurement and Verification Services, Pinedale, WY
Project Description: Measurement and Verification services utilizing Options B (Retrofit Isolation) and D (Energy Modeling) of the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol, for five city-owned building retrofit projects. Services included short-term diagnostic monitoring of systems, and calibrated energy simulation to verify predicted energy savings for various measures, as well as retrocommissioning efforts including functional performance testing, equipment repairs, and optimization of control sequences.
Utah State University Photovoltaic System Feasibility Study; Logan, UT
Project Description: Detailed assessment of the economic feasibility of a potential 376 kW to 1.1 MW photovoltaic system, including analysis of the potential capacity of the proposed system, associated costs, as well as potential funding mechanisms. Single-axis and dual-axis tracking systems were
analyzed, as well as detailed financial analysis and greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
