How We Work
Working closely with our clients’ staff, ConEdison Solutions employs an integrated team approach to each project. After we assemble our customized project team - account management, engineering, project management, and construction - we follow a meticulous process. After we listen, learn, evaluate, design, and schedule, only then do we build.
GOALS/STEPS - ConEdison Solutions is responsible for all of
the tasks necessary to identify, implement, monitor, and maintain energy
saving projects. Applicable rebates and incentives from government
agencies and investor-owned utilities will be identified and, if
requested, appropriate project financing can also be arranged. Our
project Design/Build and ESPC process is as follows:
- Preliminary Energy Assessment (PEA):
Preliminary assessment of energy savings opportunities and evaluation
of existing conditions. Estimated savings and installation costs are
calculated.
- Investment Grade Audit (IGA): A
comprehensive analysis of energy initiatives of interest to the client.
Potential savings and firm implementation costs outlined.
- Contract Negotiated:
Based on detailed energy audit results and the goals of the client,
either an ESPC or Design/Build agreement is developed. Baseline energy
cost saving projections are established and financing costs determined.
- Project Construction Plan:
A detailed project construction schedule is provided that details all
steps in the process including project milestones, client review,
meeting and construction schedule.
- Engineering & Design: Integrated approach with life-cycle cost assessment. Renewable initiatives are incorporated into the design specifications.
- Construction: ConEdison Solutions is the on-site general contractor to manage the work.
- System Commissioning: All installed systems are tested to ensure they meet specifications.
- Facility Staff Training: Staff trained to operate the equipment in accordance with specifications.
- Measurement, Monitoring, Verification (M&V): Systems are monitored to verify actual savings are consistent with promised performance.
- Operations & Maintenance: ConEdison Solutions can provide all of the operations and maintenance services required to support the efficiency improvements.
- ESPC Savings Reconciliations & Guarantee: A report will be provided annually that compares the projected energy savings with the actual energy saved.
NOTE:
Cost and Risk-Free for ESPC: There is no up-front investment. Annual
energy savings will be greater than or equal to the cost to finance the
project—guaranteed.