Performance Based Incentives for Existing Facilities Program

Performance-Based incentives are provided to encourage applicants to implement larger-scale projects that increase energy efficiency and produce verifiable annual energy savings. These incentives are available on a pro-rated basis related to the annual kilowatt or MMBtu savings generated.

Applicants can receive between $30,000 and $2,000,000 for projects in a variety of categories (see below for more information). Performance-Based incentives must meet minimum energy saving thresholds, and require an Engineering Analysis to substantiate energy savings after project completion. In some cases, post-installation Measurement and Verification is also required.

Applications must be submitted either before or within 90 days of contracting for the project. Applicants are encouraged to submit their Consolidated Funding Application two to three months prior to the anticipated start date to allow time for processing. For additional details, please refer to our Existing Facilities Program Brochure [PDF].

Summary of Performance-Based Incentives

* Since December 1, 2010 National Fuel Gas customers who use less than 12,000 Mcf per year can receive $15/MMBtu saved.

The section below provides a brief summary of each Performance-Based category, as well as a link to additional information and required forms as applicable for each area. You can complete and save the forms that relate to your project electronically, or print them out if you prefer to apply by mail (for more information, see How to Apply, below):

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• Electric Efficiency
  Incentives are offered to offset capital costs of cost effective efficiency projects that reduce electric consumption at eligible facilities.
• Natural Gas Efficiency
  Incentives are offered to offset capital costs of cost-effective efficiency projects that reduce natural gas consumption at eligible facilities.
• Demand Response
  Incentives are offered to offset a portion of the technology costs that enable facilities to participate in Demand Response Programs.
• Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx)
  Incentives are offered to support the implementation of continuous commissioning programs, as well as protocols and systems that promote persistent and measurable operational-based energy savings.

For more information, refer to the Existing Facilities Program Brochure  [PDF] and Frequently Asked Questions.

How to Apply

Visit the NYSERDA Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) page to fill out the CFA on-line form and NYSERDA will receive the application. If you have any questions, contact us toll free at 1-866-NYSERDA (1-866-697-3732) (choose ext. “0,” and ask to speak with an Existing Facilities Project Coordinator about the CFA process), or email us at efpoutreach@nyserda.ny.gov 

Important Participation Process Notes:

1. Demand Response projects must demonstrate participation in an approved demand response program.

After Your Application Has Been Submitted

• NYSERDA will review the application for eligibility, and if eligible, issue a Purchase Order to the Applicant.
• The Applicant submits an Engineering Analysis for NYSERDA’s approval. The Engineering Analysis includes, but is not limited to, a project description, economic evaluation, energy savings calculations, and any outstanding equipment specification sheets. Some projects will require a Measurement and Verification (M&V) plan as part of the Engineering Analysis. See the incentive page(s) related to your project for more details.
• NYSERDA, or its consultant, will review the Engineering Analysis and conduct a pre-site inspection. NYSERDA may request revisions to the Engineering Analysis as necessary. Upon approval of the Engineering Analysis and pre-site inspection, NYSERDA will notify the Applicant that they can implement the project. (Applicants that proceed with installation before NYSERDA approves the
  Engineering Analysis and conducts the pre-site inspection do so at the risk of not receiving an incentive.) 
• The Applicant will implement the project and notify NYSERDA or its consultant when the project is complete and ready for a post-site inspection. 
• NYSERDA or its consultant will conduct a post-site inspection and collect invoices and any other remaining items. (Demand Response projects must demonstrate participation in a demand response program; see the Demand Response incentives page for details.)
• Upon approval of all final deliverables, including any required M&V, NYSERDA will provide payment to the Applicant. Those projects requiring M&V must complete it in accordance with the approved Engineering Analysis. When the M&V is completed, NYSERDA or its consultant will review the results and release any remaining funds, adjusted based on the M&V results as applicable.

If you have further questions, contact us toll free at 1-866-NYSERDA (1-866-697-3732) (choose ext. “0,” and ask to speak with an Existing Facilities Project Coordinator about the CFA process), or email us at efpoutreach@nyserda.ny.gov