The Federal Energy Management Program helps agencies save energy, save taxpayer dollars, and demonstrate leadership with responsible, cleaner energy choices.
In This Issue
- Energy Exchange 2022 Date and Location Announced
- DOE Releases Energy-Saving Rules for Federal Buildings
- FEMP Focus
- FEMP Resources Spotlight
- Upcoming Live Webinar Trainings
- New Self-Paced, On-Demand Trainings
Energy Exchange 2022 Date and Location Announced
Mark your calendars for this year’s Energy Exchange from October 25-27, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio!
After a two-year in-person hiatus, we are excited to announce the date and location for Energy Exchange 2022. The Energy Exchange remains one of the best opportunities for agencies to ensure their workforce understands leadership directions, priorities, goals, and strategies. It’s also a unique opportunity to fulfill training mandates in alignment with legislative and administration workforce development objectives. The event provides a place to network with energy and water professionals leading to development and implementation solutions that can make the federal government a leader in the transition to a clean energy economy.
For the first time, we’re also co-locating our annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards recognition event with the Energy Exchange – so come and celebrate the 2021 and 2022 winners! Make this Energy Awareness Month one to remember by learning from others, hearing the latest on federal energy and water management topics, and recognizing champions in the field.
This year’s theme is "Advancing Federal Infrastructure through Innovation", with the technical program focusing on:
- Federal Government Leading by Example: Discussions on Policy and Direction
- Planning for Net-Zero Buildings, Fleets, and Operations
- Climate Resilient Infrastructure and Facilities
- Technologies and Practices for Sustainable and Smart Federal Facilities and Installations
- Performance Contracting, Sustainable Procurement, and Project Development.
DOE Releases Energy-Saving Rules for Federal Buildings
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently published updates to the Baseline Energy Efficiency Standards for New Federal Commercial and Multi-Family High-Rise Residential Buildings (10 CFR part 433) and Baseline Energy Efficiency Standards for the Design and Construction of New Federal Low-Rise Residential Buildings (10 CFR part 435). These rules are effective as of June 6, 2022 and update the baseline federal commercial standard to the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1-2019 and the baseline federal residential standard to the International Code Council (ICC) 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). DOE estimates that these measures will save $4.2 million dollars in operating costs within the first year of implementation.
Federal Commercial and Multi-Family High-Rise Residential Buildings
New federal commercial and multi-family high-rise residential buildings, for which design for construction began on or after April 7, 2023, must use ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2019 as the baseline standard for 10 CFR part 433.
Federal Low-Rise Residential Buildings
New federal low-rise residential buildings, for which design for construction began on or after April 5, 2023, must use the 2021 IECC as the baseline standard for 10 CFR part 435.
Visit the FEMP website for more links to the relevant regulations.
2022 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards Accepting Nominations
FEMP sponsors the annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to honor outstanding federal agency achievements in energy, water, and fleet management. Visit the FEMP website for more information and to download the 2022 Criteria and Guidelines. Submit nominations by June 10, 2022.
Winners of the 2022 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards will be honored at this year’s Energy Exchange.
FEMP Resources Spotlight
Case Study: Air Force Invests in Resilience and Cost Savings at Joint Base San Antonio using Energy Savings Performance Contracting
Joint Base San Antonio's (JBSA) $132.1 million energy savings performance contract (ESPC) was awarded on September 10, 2018, with a performance period of 22 years, using the U.S. Department of Energy ESPC indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. The scope of the project provides upgrades and improvements to approximately 900 buildings, totaling 14.7 million square feet and includes seven comprehensive energy conservation measures.
Case Study: Calculating Energy and Water Loads for Resilience Planning
This new case study outlines the different methods used to identify energy and water requirements at the site as a part of the Technical Resilience Navigator's Baseline Development module.
Fact Sheet: Best Practices for EMIS Metadata Schemas
FEMP promotes best practices for impactful utilization of energy management information systems (EMIS) at federal facilities, as detailed in the EMIS Technical Resources Report. A new best practices fact sheet highlights how metadata schemas and standard naming conventions can helps EMIS to consistently analyze, visualize, and derive value from operational data.
Fact Sheet: Best Practices for Enhancing Performance Contracts with MBCx
Monitoring-based commissioning (MBCx), a type of energy management information system (EMIS), is commercially available but underutilized in performance contracts. MBCx provides additional energy and related cost savings and streamlines the collection of actionable data to ensure savings persistence. These and other benefits for are highlighted in the few fact sheet: Best Practices for Enhancing Performance Contracts with MBCx, which draws from the recent FEMP report, Enhancing Performance Contracts Using Monitoring-based Commissioning.
FEMP Website: Understanding Federal On-Site Distributed Energy Procurement Options
This updated webpage provides information about government-owned and third-party owned procurement options and includes an overview and details about the applicable legal authority and contract length for each option.
Tool: Federal Campuses Face a Complex Energy Security Landscape—A New DER-CF and Cyber Range Integration Helps Assess and Address Cybersecurity Risks
To help federal energy managers assess, monitor, and manage cybersecurity, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL’s) Distributed Energy Resource Cybersecurity Framework (DER-CF) offers a comprehensive, web-based assessment tool focused on cyber governance or policies, technical management, and physical security. NREL and FEMP are now elevating the DER-CF to a new plane by integrating the tool with NREL’s cyber range, allowing for interactive visualization of current and future cybersecurity scenarios for each site.
Integrating DER-CF data with the cyber range will be transformative, enabling federal decision makers to emulate site-wide energy systems for a more comprehensive picture of DER-related cybersecurity issues and strategies. Read the full story: NREL’s Cyber Range Offers Eagle-Eye View of Federal Energy Asset Security.
Tool: FEMP Trains Federal Employees to Conduct Healthy Buildings Assessments of Federal Facilities using H-BEST
FEMP and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) are working with federal facilities within the General Services Administration, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Department of Interior to collect and analyze Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) data. The participating facilities have included office buildings, hospitals, and schools. For the audit, FEMP developed a comprehensive virtual training program that covers the deployment of sensors for each of the facilities and trained individual facility managers on how to use them. After collecting the data, FEMP used the Healthy Buildings Toolkit (H-BEST) to interpret the data and identify improvements related to lighting, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality to benefit occupant health and productivity while reducing energy consumption.
Tool: New Rainwater Harvesting Tool
FEMP, in partnership with PNNL, recently launched an online, GIS-based Rainwater Harvesting Tool to help federal agencies strategically prioritize commercial rainwater harvesting projects. Rainwater harvesting systems capture, divert, and store precipitation from rooftops for later use. The tool provides a range of available rainwater for harvesting at the site level across the U.S. both for general applications and specifically for landscape irrigation. The tool compliments previous releases of the Rainwater Harvesting Calculator, which estimates how much water needs to be collected to support a site, as well as the Rainwater Harvesting Regulation Tool, which translates legal parameters. Eventually, these tools will be hosted on a single interactive platform and are currently stored together on the FEMP Alternative Water Sources page.
Upcoming Live Webinar Trainings
Visit the FEMP Training Catalog to view all available live and on-demand trainings.
EV Champion Training Series
This four-part training series serves as an introduction to electric vehicle (EV) technology and considerations for EVSE installation. This course focuses on the selection of the best EVs for your fleet and planning for the installation of EVSE that will serve the needs of these new vehicles.
The three remaining trainings will be held from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM EDT. Select from the trainings below to register.
- May 10, 2022: EVSE Power And Utility Considerations
- June 14, 2022: EV Site Assessment
- July 12, 2022: Advanced Fleet Electrification
Long-Term Management of Measurement and Verification
May 24, 2022 1:00 PM–2:00 PM EDT | Register to Attend
This training focuses on the long-term management of agency measurement and verification (M&V) during the performance period of an energy savings performance contract (ESPC). Annual verification of savings is a legal and contractual requirement in ESPC. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)-Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) ESPC identifies required ESPC project activities during the performance period. FEMP provides guidance on how to actively participate in witnessing energy service company (ESCO) M&V activities and how to review annual M&V reports.
Life of Contract Documentation Review With Audit Checklist
June 9, 2022 1:00 PM–2:00 PM EDT | Register to Attend
This training discusses the responsibilities of agency contracting and technical personnel for administering an energy savings performance contract (ESPC) task order during the post-acceptance performance period. It also focuses on life-of-contract (LOC) services and training provided by the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) to agencies with ESPCs in the performance period. Attendees gain an understanding of the importance of a contract management plan and their responsibilities in support of the contracting officer in order to survive with flying colors any future audit.
New Self-Paced, On-Demand Trainings
The following are recently posted trainings. Visit the FEMP Training Catalog to view all available live and on-demand trainings.
Re-Tuning Training for Buildings With Building Automation Systems
6 Hours | 0.7 CEUs | Introductory
This course helps engage building operators/managers and students to reduce operating costs and provide energy savings to the buildings they are responsible for or will be responsible for in the future. The knowledge and skills learned here will be highly valued in the energy, controls, HVAC, and renewable industries.
If your building does not employ BAS, see the Re-tuning Training for Buildings Without Building Automation Systems course.
Re-Tuning Training for Buildings Without Building Automation Systems
2 Hours | 0.3 CEUs | Introductory
This course teaches ways to reduce operating costs and provide energy savings to the building you're responsible for or will be responsible for in the future. However, the focus is on buildings that do not have a building automation system (BAS). The measures identified in this course are more prescriptive in nature, and the buildings are primarily served by packaged equipment. If your building employs a BAS, see the Re-tuning Training for Buildings with Building Automation Systems course.
FEMP Training Reminders
Select from the trainings below to view details and register to attend. View the FEMP Training Catalog to see all FEMP’s scheduled live and on-demand trainings.
System-Level Tools for Identifying and Quantifying Carbon Reduction Opportunities in Data Centers
MARCH 29, 2022
1:00 - 2:30 PM
0.2 CEU
System-level tools allow facilities to be in a better position to optimize IT and energy use along with reducing their carbon footprints.
Specifically, the training covers:
- Context and benefits of energy-efficient data center operation
- Overview of the DOE Energy Assessment System Tools
- Description of the utility carbon emission rate
- Discussion on the tools' new carbon saving functionality
- Discussion on the tools' new simple payback functionality (dollar savings)
- Examples how the individual system tools can work together.
This training provides complementary information to a previous four-part webinar series, which introduced a broad toolkit for identifying energy-saving opportunities in data centers.
Upcoming Live Webinars
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program
Data centers are energy-intensive and opportunities exist to reduce energy use, but significant knowledge, training, and skills are required to perform accurate data center energy assessments. In order to accelerate energy savings, the data center industry and DOE partnered to develop the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Program. The DCEP training program certifies energy practitioners qualified to evaluate the energy status and efficiency opportunities in data centers.
April 5, 2022 & May 23, 2022 (Generalist)
April 6-7, 2022 & May 26-27, 2022 (HVAC Specialist)
April 8, 2022 & May 24, 2022 (IT Specialist)
All classes will be online until further notice. Contact mherrlin@ancis.us with questions.
EV Champion Training Series
2 HOURS EACH
0.3 CEU EACH
This 4-part training series provides fleet managers and coordinators with the skills and knowledge to become subject matter experts in electric vehicle implementation. Learn to select the best EVs for your fleet and how to plan for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) installation.
1. Electric Vehicle Technology and Financial Considerations
Learn the basics of EV technology and financial considerations important for agencies considering fleet electrification.
April 12, 2022 10:00 am–12:00 pm | Register to Attend
2. EVSE Power and Utility Considerations
Learn the ins and outs of EVSE power requirements and electric utility infrastructure.
May 10, 2022 10:00 am–12:00 pm | Register to Attend
3. EV Site Assessment
Learn to plan and design your own EVSE installation.
June 14, 2022 10:00 am–12:00 pm | Register to Attend
4. Advanced Fleet Electrification
Learn EV site assessment considerations, optimal operation of a fleet of EVs, and workplace charging management.
July 12, 2022 10:00 am–12:00 pm | Register to Attend
New Self-Paced On-Demand Courses
Re-tuning Training for Buildings With Building Automation Systems
6 HOURS
0.7 CEU
This course helps building operators, building managers, and students reduce operating costs and provide energy savings to the buildings they are responsible for or will be responsible for in the future. Throughout this course, you learn the initial steps involved in re-tuning a building with a building automation systems (BAS) and practice identifying opportunities for energy improvements while deciding how to re-tune for increased efficiency.
Re-tuning Training for Buildings Without Building Automation Systems
2 HOURS
0.3 CEU
This course teaches you ways to reduce operating costs and provide energy savings to the building you are responsible for or will be responsible for in the future. The focus is on buildings that do not have a building automation system (BAS).
REopt Web Tool: Geothermal Heat Pump Module Now Available
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) recently developed and released a new geothermal heat pump technology module as part of the REopt™ web tool. The new module allows users to simulate the impacts that converting conventional heating and cooling systems to geothermal heat pumps have on on-site consumption of fuels and electricity, utility costs, and CO2 emissions. Facility owners, technology vendors, policy makers, and others can now model multiple variables to see how they interact to help determine the best opportunities for a site.
Check out the updated tool!
The REopt web tool enables users to optimize system sizes and battery dispatch strategies to minimize energy costs by entering their facility data, including utility rates, billing history, and local weather. REopt can also be used to estimate how long a system can sustain critical loads during a grid outage, informing resiliency strategies.
The geothermal heat pump module was funded by the Geothermal Technologies Office and the Federal Energy Management Program.
Executive Order on Federal Sustainability
On December 8, President Biden signed the Executive Order on Catalyzing America’s Clean Energy Industries and Jobs through Federal Sustainability, demonstrating how the U.S. Federal Government will leverage its scale and procurement power to lead by example in tackling the climate crisis. This action builds the whole-of-government effort to tackle the climate crisis in a way that creates well-paying jobs, grows industries, and makes the country more economically competitive. Read Secretary Granholm's statement and visit sustainability.gov to learn more about the executive order's accompanying Federal Sustainability Plan.
FEMP Welcomes New Director
On December 6, the Department of Energy welcomed Mary Sotos as the new director of FEMP. Sotos comes to FEMP from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, where she revamped its Lead By Example program to create new strategies to track and manage greenhouse gas emissions, waste, and water use across all state agencies. She previously served as the agency’s deputy commissioner for energy, directing the state’s energy policies and programs. Sotos also worked at the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Program at the World Resources Institute, an international think tank, where she developed new global carbon accounting standards and tools used by thousands of organizations worldwide. Additionally, she partnered with corporate leaders to develop and advance new renewable energy strategies, tools, and policies to decarbonize the grid. Her breadth of experience in energy strategy and policy will be a valuable asset as FEMP works with agencies to meet ambitious energy goals.
Announcing the 2021 AFFECT Selections
During a December 1, 2021 visit to GSA's New Carrollton Federal Building, DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm announced a total of $13 million for energy efficiency technologies to 17 federal facilities. Funding provided through the Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) funding opportunity, managed by FEMP, will assist selected agencies with deployment of energy and water efficiency, renewable energy, and operational resilience technologies that address climate change. The grants will lead to a total investment of over $737 million when leveraged with energy performance contracts (e.g., energy savings performance contracts [ESPCs], utility energy service contracts [UESC]) from private industry. Read the full press release and view all selections
FEMP Focus
Considering Climate Change Scenarios in Site Resilience Planning
PNNL recently released a report discussing the integration of climate change scenarios into facility resilience planning to support on-site critical loads. It serves as a resource for energy, water, and facility managers to incorporate climate change considerations into a scenario-based, risk-informed approach to resource management and climate adaptation. View the full report.
Upcoming Live Webinar Trainings
Visit the FEMP Training Catalog to view all available live and on-demand trainings.
eProject eXpress (ePX) Training
January 10, 2022 (1:00–2:00 pm EST) | Register to Attend
This webinar introduces and guides you through the use of ePX as the streamlined pathway for entering and reporting data from energy efficiency projects like ESPCs and covers management and reporting, typical project workflow, a live demonstration of the website resource, and more.
Working with Your Utility Series: Advanced Interconnection Topics, Part 2
January 11, 2022 (2:00–3:00 pm EST) | Register to Attend
Join FEMP’s UESC team for the third installment in the accredited Working with Your Utility Series. In this final advanced-level webinar, learn how to recognize components of distribution system configurations and studies, identify common solar photovoltaic and battery standards, identify cybersecurity impacts on interconnection and much more. Register to save your spot and view the previous on-demand course in this series — Working with Your Utility Series: Advanced Interconnection Topics, Part 1 — to get up to speed before the live training.
eProject Builder Advanced Training Webinar
January 18, 2022 (1:00–2:15 pm EST) | Register to Attend
Learn about the advanced features of eProject Builder (ePB), including the Measurement and Verification module and the Analysis and Reporting features, and gain an understanding of features for federal agencies, including using ePB for UESCs and transferring ePB project data to the federal compliance tracking system (CTS).
UESC Comprehensive 3-Day Virtual Training
This comprehensive, introductory-level, and accredited training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance implementation. Attendees learn and share proven best practices for ensuring projects save energy and meet performance expectations.
- January 25, 2022 (12:00–2:00 pm EST) | Register for Day 1
- January 26, 2022 (12:00–2:00 pm EST) | Register for Day 2
- January 27, 2022 (12:00–2:00 pm EST) | Register for Day 3
New Self-Paced, On-Demand Trainings
The following are recently posted accredited trainings. Visit the FEMP Training Catalog to view all available live and on-demand trainings.
Adopting Energy-Efficient Lighting in an Evolving Market
1 Hour | 0.2 CEUs | Intermediate
This training covers the overall lighting market landscape and the savings potential of federal acquisition of efficient lighting products, emerging trends for lighting technologies and applications in the federal sector, and how to procure and deploy energy-efficient lighting solutions.
Leveraging Utility Partnerships for Fleet Electrification
1.5 Hours | 0.2 CEUs | Intermediate
In this recorded webinar, FEMP discusses planning considerations and strategies related to federal fleet electrification, including federal energy goals, electric vehicle acquisition, capital investments and financial support.
Monitoring-Based Commissioning in Performance Contracting
1.5 Hours | 0.2 CEUs | Intermediate
This training provides information on incorporating Monitoring-based Commissioning (MBCx) into energy performance contracts, specifically ESPCs and UESCs. It includes a description of MBCx and its uses, benefits of MBCx in each project phase, and approaches for integration of existing and new MBCx systems into energy projects financed with performance contracting.
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Energy Exchange 2021 Round-Up
Energy Exchange 2021 Drives Progress toward Federal Sustainability
The virtual Energy Exchange 2021, hosted by FEMP, was kicked off by DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm and National Climate Advisor for the White House Office of Domestic Climate Policy Gina McCarthy on August 2, 2021. EEx brought together nearly 2,000 attendees from the federal energy and water-management community for more than 40 technical training sessions, plenaries, and timely discussions of the Biden Administration’s ambitious climate goals. Check out this post-event summary of the top highlights and headlines from this year’s event.
Registered attendees can continue to visit the event platform to view technical training sessions on-demand and earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Be sure to view technical trainings by September 15 and take assessments by September 26.
"This administration is turbo-charging our efforts to slash the carbon footprint of the federal government and we cannot do it without you." -Jennifer Granholm, Secretary, U.S. Department of Energy
2021 FEDS Spotlight Recognition
As part of FEMP’s fifth annual FEDS Spotlight, federal energy champions were selected for recognition by their agency leaders and peers at the virtual 2021 Energy Exchange. Read more about how this year's champions worked to implement exceptional resilient, efficient, and secure energy and water management practices and projects, while also helping their agencies to achieve mission success.
FEMP Focus
FEMP Releases Report on Monitoring-Based Commissioning
Effective energy system commissioning is critical to ensuring that system performance meets its design intent. Monitoring-based commissioning (MBCx) is the ongoing application of the commissioning process to a building or energy system. MBCx typically automates monitoring, data collection, and analysis to inform the commissioning process with timely information and insights. FEMP recently published Enhancing Performance Contracts with Monitoring-based Commissioning to provide information on the benefits and process of integrating MBCx as an energy conservation measure into energy performance contracts. The report provides an overview of MBCx capabilities and process, MBCx energy savings potential, and advantages of implementing MBCx within energy savings performance contracts and utility energy service contracts, including considerations for use of MBCx in each performance contract phase. The report is now available on FEMP's website.
FEMP Guidance for Using eProject Builder to Streamline Federal Agency Reporting
FEMP's Guidance and Recommendations for Streamlining Reporting for Federal Energy and Water Efficiency Projects recommends the use of eProject Builder (ePB), a project development and archiving tool for energy projects. ePB carries additional value in its simplification of federal agency reporting by dovetailing with FEMP’s EISA 432 Compliance Tracking System (CTS). Recommendations include:
- Using ePB for tracking data from energy and water projects, including the use of features that streamline EISA Section 432 reporting into CTS.
- When reporting annual agency energy savings performance contract (ESPC) activities to DOE, including both initial ESPC project award and annual ESPC measurement and verification data in order to meet the 42 U.S.C. § 8287b reporting requirement.
- Using ePB to support agency documentation of utility energy service contract project annual outcomes, including measuring and verifying energy conservation measure and system performance and energy and water savings, and the assurance that proper operations, maintenance, and repair was accomplished per the requirements of 42 U.S.C. § 8253(f)(5).
FEMP's recommendations can save agencies time and effort, using the ePB system by tracking all financed and non-financed energy and water projects for covered and uncovered facilities; archiving important data and project documents for reporting and future use; and automatically downloading the data needed for the required reporting such as the CTS initiated projects report. The document is available on FEMP's website.
PNNL Receives DOE Sustainability Award for Technical Resilience Navigator
DOE recently awarded the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) a 2021 DOE Sustainability Award for the Innovative Approach to Sustainability category for their efforts piloting the FEMP Technical Resilience Navigator (TRN). The team has been using the TRN to identify risks to energy and water loads serving critical functions on PNNL’s Richland, Washington campus. PNNL used the TRN as a part of their data-informed decision-making efforts to meet sustainability goals, including leveraging findings from the risk assessment and gap analysis to inform decarbonization planning efforts. DOE recognized how PNNL's efforts and commitment to sustainability have been essential in ensuring DOE’s continued success as a federal leader in sustainability. The team received their award in August during the annual Energy Facility Contractors Group (EFCOG), Sustainability, and Environmental Subgroup meeting.
Two Upcoming Conferences Highlight Smart Labs
Two upcoming conferences in September will feature content relevant to FEMP’s Smart Labs program. First, a session at the 2021 Greenbuild International Conference (September 20-25) will highlight the significance of unique utility incentive programs for implementing the FEMP Smart Labs program to optimize safety and energy efficiency. The presentation, titled Coast to Coast: Going the Distance to Incentivize Energy Efficiency in Labs, will be available on-demand for virtual attendees and presented live on Tuesday, September 21st at 11am. In addition, the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) Annual Conference (September 26-29) will focus on opportunities and challenges of laboratories worldwide to build, maintain and operate secured and high-performance lab buildings. I2SL has undertaken several projects funded by FEMP to help improve laboratory operations and engineering. Contact Rachel Romero, NREL Smart Lab support lead, to obtain additional meeting information.
FEMP Tools Spotlight
New PNNL Hot Water Maintenance Report: The main purpose of a Domestic hot water temperature maintenance (HWTM) system is to provide reliable hot water at all fixtures with minimal wait time, saving both water and energy. This PNNL report provides an overview of why the HWTM topic is important, how to understand your building’s system, considerations for occupant comfort, and comparison of typical and newly available technologies.
New version of Fumehood Energy Calculator launched: Fumehoods provide a key opportunity to reduce energy usage in laboratory buildings. This planning calculator tool allows laboratory energy managers and designers to quickly compare the energy impacts of fumehoods prior to acquisition or modification. The new web-based version includes an updated user interface and calculation options.
The Smart Labs Toolkit has been updated with a new quick reference Smart Labs Checklist, two new webinar recordings, and five new Best Practice Guides from I2SL, the host of the Toolkit. Look no further than the Smart Labs Toolkit for all the resources to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of your labs.
Upcoming Live Webinar Training
Monitoring-Based Commissioning In Performance Contracting: Will provide information about incorporating monitoring-based commissioning into energy performance contracts, specifically energy savings performance contracts and utility energy service contracts.
Tuesday, September 14, 2021, 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
EV Champion Training Series: Advanced Fleet Electrification: Session four of a series that serves as an introduction to EV technology and considerations for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) installation.
Thursday, September 16, 2021, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ET
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program: Will prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, and information technology (IT) systems in data centers.
Tuesday, September 21–Thursday, September 23, 2021 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
Friday, September 24, 2021 (IT Specialist)
Setting Escalation Rates Responsibly: FEMP Guidance And The EERC: Will educate attendees (federal employees, utility and ESCO representatives) who work with performance contracts about how to follow FEMP guidance on escalation rates and how to use the Energy Escalation Rate Calculator (EERC).
Thursday, September 23, 2021, 1:30–2:30 p.m. ET
New Cybersecurity Self-Assessment Tools To Protect Federal Facilities: Will provide an overview of new cybersecurity self-assessment tools funded by FEMP that are focused specifically on facility related control systems, including MEEDS and ArcGen.
Wednesday, September 29, 2021, 1:30–3:00 p.m. ET
Working With Your Utility Series: Utility Cost Implications Of A DE Project: Will review utility tariff implications of a distributed energy (DE) project, including information on comparing utility tariff options, common tariff structures, potential standby charges, and net metering policies.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021, 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET
View FEMP’s Training Catalog to see all FEMP’s scheduled live and on-demand training sessions.
Federal Energy Management Program
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
FEMP ISSUES 2021 AFFECT FAC
FEMP recently announced the Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) 2021 Federal Agency Call (FAC). The FAC will provide funding to help federal agencies advance their critical missions by increasing the energy efficiency and resilience of their operations, while also minimizing the Federal Government's carbon footprint through clean energy projects that directly address climate change mitigation and adaptation. To apply, register and submit your application materials through EERE Exchange by July 16, 2021, at 5 p.m. ET. Visit FEMP's website for more information, and contact AFFECT2021@ee.doe.gov for questions about the FAC.
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS IS OPEN FOR THE 2021 FEDERAL ENERGY AND WATER MANAGEMENT AWARDS
FEMP sponsors the annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to honor outstanding federal agency achievements in strategic energy and water management efficiency, resilience, distributed energy, and fleet management. Visit FEMP’s Awards webpage for more information and to download the 2021 Criteria and Guidelines. Please Submit nominations by June 10, 2021.
FEMP announced the winners of the 2020 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards in December 2020. Visit our webpage to read more about the 2020 winners.
FEMP Focus
FEMP's First Virtual FUPWG Seminar Draws Record Attendance
In early May, FEMP hosted the Virtual 2021 Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. The agenda's lineup of experts from across the Federal Government, the utility/cooperative community, financing firms, and other sectors attracted more than 800 attendees on Day 1 and more than 700 on Day 2. Among the many highlights, Andrew Mayock of the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) helped kick off the seminar, noting FEMP's "steadfast and essential" support of CEQ from the Presidential transition onward. On Day 2, FUPWG welcomed senior leadership from the Office of the Secretary of Defense and all Department of Defense Services to share their updates, perspectives, and priorities for 2021 and beyond. FEMP also capitalized on having such a large audience by providing an Introduction to Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) training, split between the two days, following the conclusion of each day’s FUPWG sessions. To see the agenda, speaker biographies, and presentations from this virtual event, please visit the FUPWG page on FEMP's website and click "2021 FUPWG Seminar."
Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers has New Website
The joint Department of Energy/Berkeley Lab Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers has a new virtual home. The new website is more streamlined and better organized to reflect shifts in the center's research and advancement of efficiency strategies. Highlights include a cleaner, revamped presentation of the DOE/Berkeley Lab data center energy assessment toolkit, a more capable one-stop portal for all publications and presentations, and new features, such as a tool elaborating on the business rationales for data center energy upgrades.
FEMP Releases Federal Fleet Resilience Planning Report
In line with Biden Administration priorities to combat the climate crisis through various scientific-based actions supporting decarbonization, resilience, climate adaptation and mitigation, and electrification, FEMP recently released a new report on Federal Fleet Resilience Planning. The report details strategies to minimize or eliminate the impacts of natural hazards, human threats, and impacts of climate change. It uses the advanced planning framework from FEMP's Technical Resilience Navigator tool for federal facilities as a guide for federal fleet managers to follow. It also discusses program links to other DOE resources including the 50001 Ready Program and the Core Principles of Sustainable Fleet Management. The report explains how electric vehicles and other alternative fuels can provide resilience advantages and provides fleet managers with information to deploy measures which offer significant sectoral decarbonization.
Upcoming Live Webinar Training
eProject Builder (ePB) Demonstration (Introductory): Will introduce energy service companies, their customers, and other interested parties to ePB, covering the benefits of using ePB, project workflow, a walk-through of the data template, and a live demonstration.
Tuesday, June 1, 2021, 1–2:30 p.m. ET
Thursday, June 10, 2021, 1–2:30 p.m. ET
Tuesday, June 22, 2021, 1–2:30 p.m. ET
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program: Will prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, and information technology (IT) systems in data centers.
Monday, July 19 and Wednesday July 21–Thursday, July 22, 2021 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
Monday, July 26, 2021 (IT Specialist)
Tuesday, September 21–Thursday, September 23, 2021 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
Friday, September 24, 2021 (IT Specialist)
UESC Comprehensive Training: Will examine utility energy service contract strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance.
Tuesday, June 15–Thursday, June 17, 2021, 12–2:00 p.m. ET
Energy Exchange 2021: With the theme, Connecting the Future, Energy Exchange 2021 will be a virtual event featuring engaging and topical trainings and sessions across the federal energy and water management community. Learn more.
Monday, August 2, 2021–Friday, August 6, 2021
View FEMP’s Training Catalog to see all FEMP’s scheduled live and on-demand training sessions.
Federal Energy Management Program
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
FEMP LAUNCHES TECHNICAL RESILIENCE NAVIGATOR WEB TOOL
Be sure to check out FEMP’s new interactive web tool, the Technical Resilience Navigator (TRN). Identify targeted resilience solutions that are prioritized by their ability to reduce the risk your facility faces when confronted with energy and water disruptions. Start your organization’s resilience journey today at trn.pnnl.gov.
ENERGY EXCHANGE EXTRA 2020 IS NOW AVAILABLE!
Starting in mid-September the Energy Exchange released four additional training packages weekly. Energy Exchange Extra is available to registrants at no additional cost. These new sessions, plus the 40 technical training sessions offered at the August event, are only available on the Energy Exchange platform. Continuing education units for accredited training are available through October 30, 2020. Even if you did not attend in August, it's not too late to participate: register now!
FEMP Focus
eProject Builder Version 3.0 Released
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) recently released version 3.0 of its energy project tracking and archiving tool, eProject Builder (ePB). ePB 3.0 expands the tool’s capability to accommodate two project types, utility energy service contracts (UESCs) and direct-funded projects, in addition to ePB’s traditional focus, energy savings performance contracts (ESPCs). While it was technically possible to use ePB for these project types before, the modifications make the tool considerably “friendlier” for users pursuing UESCs and direct-funded projects. Some of the modifications relate primarily to terminology, but there are also functional changes. As an example, savings “guarantees” are eliminated for UESCs, and direct-funded projects do not include loan amortization schedules. In addition, ePB version 3.0 provides a new project data report output that can be directly uploaded to FEMP's EISA 432 Compliance Tracking System (CTS) to populate the CTS Initiated Projects Report. The LBNL team is currently planning an early fall release of version 3.1, which will add the ability to enter ESPC energy sales agreements into the tool as well.
Distributed Energy Resources Cybersecurity Framework (DERCF) Available
Sponsored by FEMP, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory-developed Distributed Energy Resources Cybersecurity Framework (DERCF) fills a critical gap that expands upon existing cybersecurity frameworks for evaluating the cybersecurity posture of federal sites with distributed energy systems. Available as both a written guide and web-based application, the DERCF helps users pinpoint cybersecurity vulnerabilities for renewable energy systems—based on unique facilities, personnel, and operational procedures—and develops customized action plans to improve an organization's security controls and practices. Watch the video to learn more.
GSA Awards Largest ESPC ENABLE Project to Date
General Services Administration (GSA) Region 5 recently awarded the largest project to date under FEMP's ESPC ENABLE program to Honeywell—with a total implementation price of $18.5 million and total financed contract value is $24.6 million. ESPC ENABLE was designed to permit a standardized and streamlined procurement process to install energy conservation measures (ECMs) in six months or less. The GSA project includes a courthouse, a federal office building, and a parking garage in Detroit, Michigan, with ECMs consisting of converting from district steam heat to gas boilers in the courthouse and federal office building, and lighting in the courthouse and parking garage. This project used an ENABLE Enterprise Approach to facilitate an effective, efficient process for undertaking the project. GSA and Honeywell also took COVID-19 considerations into account, as part of a special provision included in the awarded contract. Read more about ESPC ENABLE.
DOE Extends IDIQ ESPC 4th Gen Solication Proposal Deadline
In July 2020 DOE announced the fourth generation solicitation for energy and water saving contracts to private-sector companies that will help improve the efficiency and address the infrastructure needs of federal facilities. DOE will award indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) ESPCs to multiple vendors. The response deadline has been extended to November 9, 2020. The solicitation can be accessed on beta.SAM.gov or FedConnect (search by title "DOE FEMP ESPC IDIQ, Generation 4" or reference number "89243419REE000007").
FEMP Honors Federal Champions with 2020 FEDS Spotlight Recognition
FEMP honored federal energy champions selected for recognition by their agency leaders and peers as part of FEMP's fourth annual FEDS Spotlight at this year's virtual Energy Exchange. Read more about how this year's champions worked to implement exceptional resilient, efficient, and secure energy and water management practices and projects, while also helping their agencies to achieve mission success.
New Resources Spotlight
New FEMP publications:
- Financing Microgrids in the Federal Sector explores procurement options and agreements that may be useful to federal agencies interested in implementing microgrids at their sites.
- The Federal Contracting Opportunities for Small and Minority-Owned Businesses fact sheet outlines opportunities and next steps for small and minority-owned businesses to support federal performance contracts.
New FEMP Website Resources:
- FEMP answers Frequently Asked Questions About Energy Savings Performance Contract Energy Sales Agreements.
- Cybersecurity Considerations for Procurement decision tree graphic reviews key questions on when agency cybersecurity experts should be consulted by facility staff in the procurement of new equipment, systems, or services.
- Cybersecurity Considerations for Performance Contracts outlines considerations for integrating cybersecurity planning into your performance contract at each phase of the ESPC or UESC process.
Upcoming Webinars and Virtual Events
EVSE Power And Installation Requirements:
Wednesday, October 21, 2020, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ET
eProject Builder (ePB) Demonstration (Introductory)
Tuesday, October 27, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. ET
Thursday, November 12, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. ET
Tuesday, November 24, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. ET
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program
Monday, November 16–Wednesday, November 18, 2020 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
Friday, November 20, 2020 (IT Specialist)
Tuesday, January 12–Thursday, January 14, 2021 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
Friday, January 15, 2021 (IT Specialist)
Interested in more training events? View FEMP’sTraining Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
Federal Energy Management Program Update
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register now and book your hotel for the 2020 Energy Exchange! This year’s event will take place in Atlanta, Georgia from August 11–13, 2020.
✔ Read about how DOE recognized the first U.S. power plant at Tennessee Valley Authority as 50001 Ready.
FEMP Focus
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FEMP Adds New Webpage on Optimizing Solar PV Performance for Longevity
The Federal Government has increased the amount of on-site solar photovoltaic (PV) systems tenfold in the last eight years. PV system performance can be optimized throughout the 20- to 30-year lifespans by conducting proper operations and maintenance (O&M). FEMP’s new webpage offers an overview of PV performance, how to measure it, and how to optimize it with an O&M plan. Check out the Optimizing Solar PV Performance for Longevity webpage.
FEMP Announces Call for 2020 FEDS Spotlight Nominees
FEMP invites agencies to nominate federal employees working to implement exceptional projects and programs that demonstrate the importance of collaboration and innovation and offer efficient, resilient, and secure energy and water management solutions. FEMP’s FEDS Spotlight will recognize these champions as part of the 2020 Energy Exchange, being held in Atlanta, Georgia from August 11–13, 2020. Participating agencies are eligible to nominate up to three federal employees meeting the criteria described in the template guidance. All nominations must submitted to FEMP through the agency’s headquarters level point of contact by Friday, May 1, 2020. Visit FEMP’s website for more information.
FEMP Supports Lawrence Berkeley National Lab in Ongoing Pursuit of Data Center Optimization
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s (LBNL) National Energy Scientific Research Computing Center (NERSC), a Department of Energy Better Buildings Data Center Partner, has paved a new way in energy efficiency in high performance computing. FEMP’s support of the Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers provided subject matter expertise to NERSC team’s ongoing pursuit of performance optimization. The project has already cut energy and water consumption significantly—by 1.8 million kilowatt hours and more than a half million gallons annually—with further measures in the works. The project has also implemented ongoing monitoring to provide NERSC with tools to assess the reliability of the energy efficiency measures put in place over time. Learn more about these efforts on LBNL's website.
Lawrence Berkeley National Lab Offers New Energy-Efficient Product Procurement Webinars
LBNL is kicking off 2020 with a new Contracting for Efficiency Webinar Series. This three-part training will present an overview of energy-efficient product procurement (EEPP) requirements and new ways to help ensure federal agencies achieve significant savings from the adoption of energy-efficient products. The first webinar, Introduction to Energy Efficient Product Procurement, will be held on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. It will focus on the requirements for purchasing energy-efficient products and FEMP’s EEPP program and resources. The webinar will also cover the benefits of energy-efficient product procurement, including cost savings, emissions reductions, and market transformation potential. Register for the first webinar in the series.
Energy Savings Performance Contract Energy Sales Agreement Training Series Now Available On-Demand
The energy savings performance contract energy sales agreement (ESPC ESA) training series is now available on-demand through FEMP’s training search. ESPC ESAs use the ESPC authority for distributed energy projects on federal buildings or land where the ECM is privately-owned initially and the agency purchases the electricity. With the investment tax credit declining from 30% to 10% by 2022 for taxable business entities, this is great time to learn about how to implement distributed energy projects on federal building or land through ESPC ESAs. Check out the training series.
Updated Power Chain Tool for Calculating Electric System Efficiency Opportunities in Data Centers
Data center operators now have an improved FEMP-sponsored tool for assessing energy and cost savings in their core electrical systems. The updated Power Chain Tool from LBNL’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers solicits user data on uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power distribution units, transformers, etc., and identifies energy-saving actions, along with estimated energy and cost savings and payback periods. The revamped tool integrates new UPS technology and performance data and allows for a finer-grained characterization of electric system components.
REopt Lite Goes Open Source
Complex models, robust data sets, custom capabilities—now users can dig into the code behind the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) REopt Lite™ web tool. REopt Lite Open Source is the latest way for federal researchers and software developers to use REopt Lite for research, analysis, and project development. The REopt Lite web tool helps users evaluate the economic viability of grid-connected photovoltaics, wind, and battery storage at a site; identify system sizes and battery dispatch strategies to minimize energy costs; and estimate how long a system can sustain critical loads during a grid outage. Read NREL’s news story.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Distributed Energy Resource Cybersecurity Framework (DERCF): Provides U.S. federal agency sites with a tool to assess the cybersecurity posture (or health) of their distributed energy resource systems. The DERCF fills an important gap that expands upon existing cybersecurity frameworks for our nation’s evolving energy networks.
- Designing and Managing Data Centers for Resilience: Demand Response and Microgrids: This newly-added on-demand training course describes demand response and microgrid technologies, the business case for their deployment, and proven examples of their implementation. The training will also explore questions that should be asked and practical steps that can be taken to enhance the resilience of data centers.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: ESPC ESA Workshop Outcomes
Tuesday, April 7, 2020, 2–3:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Thursday, April 9, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EDT
Tuesday, April 28, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Smart Lab Webinar Series at I2SL: New Methods to Test Performance of Modern Fume Hoods and High-Performance Airflow Systems
Thursday, April 16, 2020, 1–2:00 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Get Smart (Labs): Results from the Smart Labs Accelerator
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 3–4:00 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program
Out of an abundance of caution, the upcoming Data Center Energy Practitioner Training will be conducted virtually, originally set to take place in San Francisco, California on May 13–15, 2020 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist). We are in the process of organizing the logistics and will share that information as soon as we can on the DCEP website. If you have any questions, please email us at mherrlin@ancis.us. We are also determining if changes are necessary to the in-person DCEP trainings planned for summer and fall 2020. We will keep you informed.
WEBINAR: Opportunities for ESPCs in Data Centers
Thursday May 21, 2020 1–2:30 p.m. EDT
Interested in more training events? View FEMP’sTraining Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
Federal Energy Management Program Update
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register now and book your hotel for the 2020 Energy Exchange! This year’s event will take place in Atlanta, Georgia from August 11–13, 2020.
✔ Register now for FEMP's upcoming Energy Savings Performance Contracting Energy Sales Agreements (ESPC ESAs) workshop on March 11, 2020.
✔ Save the date for the 2020 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar, May 6–7, 2020 in Houston, Texas.
FEMP Focus
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FEMP’s 2020 Energy Exchange - Registration Open!
This year's annual Energy Exchange training and trade show event will be held in Atlanta, Georgia from August 11-13, 2020. With the theme, "Empowering Solutions," the 2020 event will focus on collaboration and innovation for federal agencies to leverage technologies and practices that offer efficient, resilient, and secure energy and water management solutions. The Energy Exchange remains the best opportunity for agencies to ensure workforce development is in alignment with legislative, Administration and agency mission objectives. Register and book your hotel today!
January 2020 Product Category Updates
Federal agencies are required to purchase energy-efficient products. To help buyers meet these requirements, FEMP maintains acquisition guidance for product categories that have the potential to generate significant federal energy savings. In January 2020, FEMP approved updated purchasing guidance for 17 commercial food service equipment, appliance, and building envelope product categories. Find the full list of the latest covered product category updates on FEMP’s Search for Energy-Efficient Products web page, and search all federally applicable energy-efficient covered product categories in the Covered Product Category Search Results table. FEMP also provides direct links to EPA’s ENERGY STAR-certified products.
Register Now for FEMP's ESPC ESAs Workshop
FEMP is holding an interactive ESPC ESAs workshop on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 in Washington, D.C. The workshop will discuss barriers and solutions for implementing ESPC ESAs; topics include the Investment Tax Credit, contract structure, and financier considerations. While intended primarily for energy service company project, renewable energy developer, and financier staff, federal agency champions are also encouraged to attend. Space is limited and a maximum of two representatives per organization is requested. Register now!
Call for Nominations is Open for the 2020 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
FEMP sponsors the annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to honor outstanding federal agency achievements in energy, water, and fleet management. Visit the webpage for more information and to download the 2020 Criteria and Guidelines. Submit nominations by May 8, 2020.
FEMP will offer three identical one-hour WebEx presentations to provide an overview of the 2020 awards criteria and the online portal. Register here for the March 4 meeting at 1:30 pm EST. Register here for the March 26 meeting at 2:00 p.m. EDT. Register here for the April 16 meeting at 1:30 pm EDT.
Mark Your Calendar for the 2020 Spring FUPWG Seminar
The Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar will be hosted by FEMP and CenterPoint Energy on May 6–7, 2020 in Houston, Texas. The FUPWG seminar is held twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information about FEMP activities, and other business. Continuing Education Units will be offered for professional stakeholders that hold licenses and certifications that require continuing education. Registration will open and the agenda will be provided in early March; visit the seminar webpage for more information. The event will be held at CenterPoint Energy headquarters, and attendees are encouraged to secure hotel reservations as soon as possible via the hotel reservation links found on the webpage.
FEMP will also hold a Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contracts Training on May 4–5, 2020. Registration for this training is limited to federal and utility representatives, and will be separate from the FUPWG registration.
New FEMP Case Study Highlights Navy-Utility Collaboration
A new FEMP case study highlights energy resilience and mission readiness at Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, Mississippi. Executed under an enhanced use lease agreement the Navy signed in 2016 with the serving utility, Mississippi Power Company (MPC), the project is split into two phases. In phase one, a 3.5-megawatt solar photovoltaic array built on brownfield land at the base began feeding the grid in MPC’s service area in early 2017. In phase two, slated for completion in late 2020, MPC and its partners are installing a microgrid system, lithium-ion battery storage, and state-of-the-art backup diesel generators. These measures, along with the integration of approximately one megawatt of power from the new solar array, will sustain many of the base’s most critical assets for at least 48 hours in the event of a grid outage. Read the full story.
Smart Labs Strategies Shared at 2020 ASHRAE Winter Conference
Partners of FEMP’s Smart Labs Program and the Better Buildings Smart Labs Accelerator, presented on February 2, 2020 at the 2020 ASHRAE Winter Conference in a session entitled, “Brilliant Execution of Smart Labs: How to Employ Smart Labs to Improve Safety, Reduce Energy and Make Labs Sustainable.” This session showcased solutions for laboratory buildings to enable safe and efficient world class science through high-performance methods. It reviewed technology choices for implementing smart ventilation strategies and highlighted experiences from an implementer who is seeing the safety and energy-savings results through an integrated laboratory airflow management program. For more information about Smart Labs strategies, go to the Smart Labs Toolkit landing page.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Metered Data Analysis Workbook: Excel file shows users how to analyze metered energy and water data with graphs and illustrated use cases.
- Energy- and Cost-Savings Calculators for Energy Efficient Products: Interactive calculators provided by FEMP or ENERGY STAR estimate energy and cost savings for energy- and water-efficient product categories.
- Energy Exchange On-Demand Courses: Seven new on-demand courses feature sessions recorded during the 2018 Energy Exchange. Each course offers 0.20 continuing education units upon successful completion of an assessment and evaluation.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Tuesday, February 25, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EST
Thursday, March 5, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EST
WEBINAR: Better Benchmarking for Lab Buildings
Tuesday, February 25, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EST
IN-PERSON: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program
March 2–4, 2020 in Fairfax, VA (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
March 2–5, 2020 in Washington, D.C. (IT Specialist + Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
March 9–10, 2020 in San Francisco, CA (Generalist + IT Specialist)
May 13–15, 2020 in San Francisco, CA (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
June 10–12, 2020 in Seattle, WA (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
June 17–18, 2020 in San Francisco, CA (IT Specialist + Generalist)
September 16–18, 2020 in Chicago, IL (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
IN-PERSON: Electric Vehicle Site Assessment
Thursday, March 5, 2020 in Washington, D.C.
WEBINAR: Utility Energy Service Contract Training For Federal Agencies
Tuesday, March 10, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EDT
IN-PERSON: ESPC ESA Workshop
Wednesday, March 11, 2020 in Washington, D.C.
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Advanced)
Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 1–2:15 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: ESPC ESA Workshop Outcomes
Tuesday, April 7, 2020, 2–3:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Get Smart (Labs): Results from the Smart Labs Accelerator
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 3–4:00 p.m. EDT
Interested in more training events? View FEMP’sTraining Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
Federal Energy Management Program Update
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ In case you missed it, listen to and read about Federal News Network's interview with Daniel Simmons, DOE’s Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy and Lucian Niemeyer, acting Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment. The two discuss how FEMP works with federal agencies to achieve impressive energy savings in federal facilities using energy savings performance contracts (ESPC).
✔ FEMP’s Transforming Research Labs webinar series provides information on opportunities for energy, water, and waste reduction in laboratories. The series is now on-demand with continuing education units (CEUs). Register today for Part I and Part II.
✔ FEMP now offers CEUs for all five Just-in-Time (JIT) ESPC Webinars, recently adding CEUs for JIT Webinars 1–3. Register today for: 1: Managing Your Investment-Grade Audit; 2: The Critical Path To Success; and 3: Crossing The Finish Line To Award.
FEMP Focus
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FEMP Awards 2019 AFFECT Grants to Federal Facilities
FEMP has announced more than $5 million in funding for 11 projects to catalyze the adoption of energy and water efficiency and renewable energy technologies at facilities across the Federal Government. Agencies will use FEMP’s Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) funding in conjunction with external, leveraged funding, such as ESPCs, to amplify the projects’ impacts. Projects will advance energy affordability, integrate technologies that increase the resilience of a site and that are not commonly part of a leveraged project, and support the deployment of integrated energy systems that allow for standardized and streamlined practices to save energy and promote the safety, health, and operations of federal facilities. Cost-shared with industry, the total investment in energy and water efficiency could reach more than $140 million.
Read the full announcement for more information about the selected projects.
REopt Lite Evolves To Address User Priorities
In addition to incorporating time-saving features and detailed guidance for international use, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s latest REopt Lite web tool upgrades address users’ growing focus on providing backup power to sustain critical load during outages. REopt Lite helps building managers evaluate the economic viability of grid-connected PV, wind, and battery storage at a site, identify system sizes and battery dispatch strategies to minimize energy costs, and estimate how long a system can sustain critical load during a grid outage. REopt Lite now has expanded resilience capabilities to enable users to optimally size new diesel generation and better understand the benefits and trade-offs of resilience. Along with expanded resilience results, the latest round of REopt Light updates include a load profile dashboard and updated default values. To learn more about the latest upgrades, check out NREL’s news article and try REopt Lite today.
New Templates Available for ESPC Energy Sales Agreements
FEMP recently published new templates for ESPC Energy Sales Agreements (ESA), such as the Notice of Opportunity and Task Order Request for Proposal, for DOE’s indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle. An ESPC ESA is a project structure that uses the multi-year ESPC authority to implement distributed energy projects on federal buildings or land. Unlike traditional ESPCs, the ESA energy conservation measure is initially privately owned for tax incentive purposes, and the federal agency purchases the electricity produced (price in cents/kilowatt-hour, similar to a power purchase agreement). For more information about ESPC ESAs, check out FEMP’s website. To access the DOE IDIQ ESPC ESA templates, click here.
FEMP Releases Demand Response and Time-Variable Pricing Programs Website
In late November, FEMP launched a new website that provides profiles of demand response programs and utility time-variable pricing options across the country. This resource is unique in the U.S., offering a streamlined, no-cost way for commercial and industrial utility customers to access these lucrative opportunities. Federal agencies, as well as any private sector commercial and industrial customers, can quickly look up the offerings available in their state, get a quick description, and follow the link to the relevant program or tariff. Give it a try!
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Facility Cybersecurity Framework: Provides risk-based standards and best practices to help facility owners and operators better manage cybersecurity risks.
- ESPC Energy Sales Agreement (ESA) Toolkit: Provides federal agency contracting officers and other acquisition team members with information and templates that will facilitate the timely execution of ESPC ESA projects.
- Best Practices for Comprehensive Water Management for Federal Facilities: Provides knowledge and skills to meet water-related legislative and executive order requirements, including increasing water efficiency and reducing water use through sound operations and maintenance practices and water-efficient technologies.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Tuesday, January 28, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EST
Thursday, February 13, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EST
IN-PERSON: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program
February 11–13, 2020 in San Francisco, CA (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
March 2–3, 2020 in Washington, D.C. (IT Specialist + Generalist)
March 3–5, 2020 in Washington, D.C. (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
March 9–10, 2020 in San Francisco, CA (Generalist + IT Specialist)
WEBINAR: Facility-Related Control Systems (FRCS) Cybersecurity Tool Suite Overview
Wednesday, February 12, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EST
WEBINAR: Better Benchmarking for Lab Buildings
Tuesday, February 25, 2020, 1–2:30 p.m. EST
IN-PERSON: Electric Vehicle (EV) Site Assessment
Thursday, March 5, 2020 in Washington, D.C.
Interested in more training events? View FEMP’sTraining Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Check out FEMP's new state-by-state Demand Response and Time-Variable Pricing Programs website.
✔ Read a new fleet case study: Air Force Pursues Authority to Operate with Telematics.
✔ Visit FEMP's new web page, Distributed Energy Technologies for Resilience.
FEMP Focus
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FEMP Shares Energy Strategies for Data Centers at 2019 Cloud and Infrastructure Summit
On Monday, October 28, 2019, professionals from the federal government IT, procurement, and data centers gathered at the 2019 Cloud and Infrastructure Summit to address cloud and infrastructure challenges, opportunities for IT modernization, and best practices for data management. FEMP participated in the event by sharing energy strategies related to the updated Office of Management and Budget Memorandum M-16-19 released in June 2019, including a new fact sheet from the Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers that outlines key Data Center Optimization Initiative (DCOI) guidance that can assist with improved energy efficiency.
To read more about the 2019 Cloud and Infrastructure Summit, see FEMP’s news story.
To learn more about energy efficiency strategies, check out Energy Efficiency Drivers in the Updated DCOI fact sheet.
DOE's Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency Addresses the Federal Utility Partnership Working Group
On November 7-8, the Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar returned to Washington, D.C. for the first time since 2003. To help mark the occasion, Alex Fitzsimmons, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency within DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), shared his insights on EERE priorities, emphasizing the importance of the federal-utility collaboration on display at FUPWG. Mr. Fitzsimmons highlighted FEMP’s vital role in developing stakeholder partnerships and helping bridge the gap between DOE's research and development of next-generation energy technologies and their deployment and validation in the field. He emphasized that these partnerships are key to enhancing U.S. energy security and competitiveness.
Hosted by Edison Electric Institute, the seminar featured sessions on resilience, microgrids, cybersecurity, utility energy service contracts (UESC) best practices, combined heat and power, and more. Duke Energy and the U.S. Marine Corps presented a case study on a successful $100 million UESC project at Camp Lejeune.
The 2020 Spring FUPWG Seminar is scheduled for May 6–7, 2020 in Houston, Texas and will be hosted by CenterPoint Energy. More details will be posted on the FUPWG website in February 2020.
FEMP's Smart Labs Team Meets with DOE National Labs at Argonne
On November 13–14, 2019, FEMP's Smart Labs team joined attendees from 10 DOE National Laboratories at Argonne National Laboratory to discuss Smart Labs practices and how to incorporate them across the DOE labs. Presentations topics included design characteristics of high-performance laboratory buildings, the laboratory ventilation risk assessment and control banding process, building analytics, and change management. Participants also discussed the challenges of implementing Smart Labs practices and brainstormed ideas for overcoming them. The Smart Labs team will be documenting lessons learned from the workshop and sharing best practices in an upcoming Smart Labs Toolkit. For more information, read FEMP's news story and visit the Better Buildings Smart Labs Accelerator website for case studies, presentations, and more.
Learn about the Smart Labs Model: UCI’s 2020 Workshop
FEMP’s Smart Labs Program will participate in the University of California Irvine’s (UCI) 2020 Smart Labs Workshop on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. The workshop will showcase UCI’s improved programmatic approach to designing, operating, and maintaining safe and efficient laboratories. What started as a series of retrofits and dashboards in 2008 is now a platform for environmental health and safety and facilities personnel to cohesively manage complex space. Tangible results that pay for the program include a greater than 50% reduction in lighting and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) energy, longer equipment life, quieter lab zones, and fewer hot and cold calls. Federal agencies, universities, and other sectors are adopting this model with help from the Better Buildings Smart Labs Accelerator. Space is limited; visit the event website for more information and to register.
New IT Equipment Specialist Module Added to DCEP Training Program
The Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program raises the quality of energy assessments in data centers by training qualified practitioners. Historically, this program has focused on generalist and HVAC-specific training for data centers. DCEP is now extending its training offerings with a new IT Equipment Specialist module. This module will focus on topics such as IT asset performance, controlling IT equipment energy usage, and winning approval and executing IT energy efficiency projects. Visit the Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers for more information about DCEP and the IT Equipment Specialist module. Upcoming training events include:
- San Francisco on February 11–13, 2020 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
- Washington D.C. on March 2–3, 2020 (IT Specialist + Generalist)
- Washington D.C. on March 3–5, 2020 (Generalist + HVAC Specialist)
- San Francisco on March 9–10, 2020 (Generalist + IT Specialist)
FEMP Hosts 2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
FEMP recently presented its 39th annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. These annual awards honor federal personnel and highlight their outstanding achievements related to energy and water cost savings, optimized energy and water use, and distributed energy at our nation’s federal facilities. The awards were presented to 28 winning individuals and teams by FEMP Director Robert Ivester and Alex Fitzsimmons, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency within EERE. Guest speakers included James Balocki, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Installation and Facilities) and Skip Vaughn, Director, Office of Facilities and Property Management at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Learn more.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- FEMP Case Studies Map: FEMP offers case studies featuring federal agencies that have successfully implemented project financing options and energy- and water-efficient measures and technologies into their buildings and operations.
- Solar Hot Water System Calculator: Use the calculator to estimate what size solar system will work best for your federal facility and how much it will cost.
- Electric Vehicle Charging for Employee Vehicles and Agency Fleets: Describes technical and financial considerations involved in electric vehicle charging, legislation and Executive Orders impacts on agency electric vehicle acquisition, installation of electric vehicle supply equipment, and associated reporting requirements.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: ESPC ESA Webinar Series: DOE IDIQ ESPC with an ESA
Tuesday, December 10, 2019, 2–3:30 p.m. EST
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Advanced)
Wednesday, December 11, 2019, 3–4:15 p.m. EST
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Thursday, December 17, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EST
ON-SITE: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program
Tuesday, February 11–Thursday, February 13, 2020 in San Francisco, CA
Monday, March 2–Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Washington, D.C.
Tuesday, March 3–Thursday, March 5, 2020 in Washington, D.C.
Monday, March 9–Tuesday, March 10, 2020 in San Francisco, CA
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
Visit the website at energy.gov/eere.
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar
Federal Energy Management Program
Register Now!
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar
November 7–8, 2019
Washington, D.C.
Hosted by Edison Electric Institute
The 2019 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar will be held Thursday and Friday, November 7–8 in Washington, D.C. FUPWG meets twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information about Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) activities and other business. It helps establish partnerships and foster communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects. These projects help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please visit the FUPWG website for more details.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered for our professional stakeholders who hold licenses and certifications that require continuing education.
FUPWG Seminar highlights include:
- Washington Update
- Utility Energy Service Contract Best Practices
- Federal Agency and Department of Defense Updates
- Utility Energy Service Contract Case Studies
- Energy Resilience Presentation
- Two-day Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training
- Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Forum
Agenda
Registration Information
Registration is now open!
$225 – Register by Monday, October 7 to qualify for the discounted early registration fee
$275 – Registration fee after Monday, October 7
FUPWG Attendance Policy
Unregulated utility affiliates, energy service companies, and other interested private sector participants may send a maximum of three attendees per organization, space permitting. These companies are encouraged to coordinate internally in advance to determine who should register for the seminar. Only badged attendees will be permitted to attend FUPWG meetings, breaks, and networking events.
Federal agencies and regulated utility companies have no maximum attendee registration limit, space permitting.
FUPWG Seminar Location
The 2019 Fall FUPWG Seminar will be held at the United States Navy Memorial, located at the corner of 7th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in northwest Washington, D.C.
United States Navy Memorial
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004
Metro Stop: Archives/Navy Memorial (via the Green and Yellow lines)
Hotel Reservations
Attendees are encouraged to secure hotel reservations as soon as possible since no room block is associated with this event.
Related Information
Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Tuesday and Wednesday, November 5–6, 2019
FEMP offers agencies training and partnership opportunities with their serving utilities that explore available contracting options including utility energy service contracts (UESCs). A UESC, ideal for any size project, is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management and demand-reduction services. This two-day training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples.
This course is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training, and there is no registration fee to attend. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of an online quiz following the workshop. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, other federal employees, and regulated utility representatives. Other interested parties may attend if space is available.
Register for this training.
Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Forum
Friday, November 8, 2019 (1:00–1:45 p.m.)
This meeting is open to all FUPWG attendees with an interest in federal energy projects. The agenda is designed to provide an opportunity for an open exchange of information and discussion.
About FUPWG and the FUPWG Seminar Code of Conduct
FUPWG, initiated in 1994, was established to foster partnerships and facilitate communication among federal agencies and their regulated serving utilities to help agencies achieve their energy-related goals and mandates. All seminar attendees are required to honor the FUPWG Seminar guidelines. Hospitality and social functions (on- and off-site) are strictly prohibited from conflicting with the timing of FUPWG Seminar activities listed in the schedule of events. Signs, flyers, and handouts may not be displayed or distributed in the meeting or guestroom areas of the hotel reserved for FUPWG Seminar participants. The purpose of FUPWG is the open exchange of information—aggressive sales techniques are to be avoided while attending the seminar.
For more information, please visit the FUPWG webpage or contact Susan Courtney at scourtney@bgs-llc.com or 703-832-2456.
2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Award Winners Announced
Federal Energy Management Program
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now: 2019 Energy Exchange Reminders!
✔ Take the quizzes for the Energy Exchange sessions you attended on Whole Building Design Guide to obtain CEUs. Attendees will need to log in to your account or register for an account if you don't already have one. Quizzes are available until the deadline of October 31, 2019.
✔ Energy Exchange session presentations are now available to view online. Visit the Technical Training Agenda page, scroll down, and select a session to access session details and the available presentations. Please note, not all presentations are approved to be posted.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Announces 2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Award Winners
FEMP congratulates the winners of the 2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards! FEMP holds its annual Awards competition to recognize federal employees and organizations, along with their private sector partners, for developing and implementing exemplary, cost-effective projects and programs at federal facilities that cut energy waste, reduce costs, optimize performance, and advance America’s progress toward energy independence, resilience, and security, while also enabling more effective accomplishments of federal agencies’ missions. Read about the winners and their accomplishments on FEMP's website.
Department of Defense Issues Request for Information to Identify Cybersecurity Workforce Gaps
To address the requirements of Executive Order on America’s Cybersecurity Workforce, issued on May 2, 2019, the U.S. Department of Defense is requesting agency and industry comments to assist in identifying cybersecurity workforce gaps and training requirements for cyber-physical systems (CPS). This is not a request for a capabilities statement, but a reporting of the status (skills required, known gaps, and related curricula) of the CPS workforce.
Respondents are asked to download and complete the attached Cyber-physical Workforce Report Survey. Please also refer to the attached Cyberworkforce Report and Inquiry Presentation for more information. Please submit your responses to Daryl Haegley by 5:00 p.m. EDT on September 13, 2019.
FEMP Recognizes Agency Champions at the 2019 FEDS Spotlight
FEMP's third annual FEDS Spotlight recognition program was presented at the 2019 Energy Exchange on August 22, 2019, where winners were honored by DOE, along with senior leaders and colleagues from across the federal government. In line with the 2019 Energy Exchange theme of “Be Efficient and Resilient,” this year's ceremony celebrated the achievements of the winners, who were selected by their own agencies, for helping to ensure efficient and mission-ready federal operations through replicable, cost-effective, and resilient projects and programs. Read about the winners and their accomplishments on FEMP's website.
Mark Your Calendar for the Fall FUPWG Seminar
The Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar will be hosted by FEMP and the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) on November 7–8, 2019 in Washington, D.C. The FUPWG seminar is held twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information about FEMP activities, and other business. Continuing Education Units will be offered for professional stakeholders that hold licenses and certifications that require continuing education. Registration will open and the agenda will be provided in early September; check the seminar webpage for more information. The event will be held at the United States Navy Memorial, and attendees are encouraged to secure hotel reservations as soon as possible since no room block is associated with this event.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- ESCO Selector: This tool helps agencies create a notice of opportunity that complies with federal requirements, producing a standard template in Word format that is editable and easily tailored as needed.
- FEMP EISA 432 Compliance Tracking System: This FEMP tool tracks agency performance of energy and water evaluations, project implementation and follow-up measures, and annual building benchmarking requirements.
- Commissioning For Existing Federal Buildings: On-demand training focused on proven strategies to achieve the maximum benefits of commissioning efforts in the federal sector.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: Transforming Research Labs Part II
Tuesday, September 10, 2019, 1–2:30 p.m. EDT
ONSITE: Re-Tuning Challenge
Tuesday, September 10 – Thursday, September 12, 2019 in Fort Knox, KY
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Thursday, September 12, 2019, 1–2:30 p.m. EDT
Tuesday, September 24, 2019, 1–2:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: eProject Builder (ePB) Demonstration (Advanced) - Will cover the ePB M&V module and analysis & reporting feature.
Thursday, September 19, 2019, 3–4:15 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: ESPC ESA Webinar Series: DOE ESPC ENABLE with an ESA
Tuesday, October 8, 2019, 2–3:30 p.m. EDT
ONSITE: Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership UESC Training - TECO Energy
Tuesday, October 22, 2019 in Tampa, FL
ONSITE: Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Tuesday, November 5 – Wednesday, November 6, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
ONSITE: 2019 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
Thursday, November 7 – Friday, November 8, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
WEBINAR: ESPC ESA Webinar Series: DOE IDIQ ESPC with an ESA
Tuesday, December 10, 2019, 2–3:30 p.m. EDT
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
2019 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
Federal Energy Management Program
Mark Your Calendar!
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar
November 7–8, 2019
Washington, D.C.
Hosted by Edison Electric Institute
The 2019 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar will be held Thursday and Friday, November 7–8 in Washington, D.C. FUPWG meets twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information about Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) activities and other business. It helps establish partnerships and foster communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects. These projects help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please visit the FUPWG website for more details.
Registration will open and the agenda will be provided in early September. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered for our professional stakeholders who hold licenses and certifications that require continuing education.
FUPWG Seminar highlights include:
- Washington Update
- Utility Energy Service Contract Best Practices
- Federal Agency and Department of Defense Updates
- Utility Energy Service Contract Case Studies
- Energy Resilience Presentation
- Two-day Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training
- Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Forum
Agenda
Agenda will be posted in September.
Registration Information
Registration opens in September.
$225 – Register by Monday, October 7 to qualify for the discounted early registration fee
$275 – Registration fee after Monday, October 7
FUPWG Attendance Policy
Unregulated utility affiliates, energy service companies, and other interested private sector participants may send a maximum of three attendees per organization, space permitting. These companies are encouraged to coordinate internally in advance to determine who should register for the seminar. Only badged attendees will be permitted to attend FUPWG meetings, breaks, and networking events.
Federal agencies and regulated utility companies have no maximum attendee registration limit, space permitting.
FUPWG Seminar Location
The 2019 Fall FUPWG Seminar will be held at the United States Navy Memorial, located at the corner of 7th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in northwest Washington, D.C.
United States Navy Memorial
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004
Metro Stop: Archives/Navy Memorial (via the Green and Yellow lines)
Hotel Reservations
Attendees are encouraged to secure hotel reservations as soon as possible since no room block is associated with this event.
Related Information
Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Tuesday and Wednesday, November 5–6, 2019
FEMP offers agencies training and partnership opportunities with their serving utilities that explore available contracting options including utility energy service contracts (UESCs). A UESC, ideal for any size project, is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management and demand-reduction services. This two-day training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples.
This course is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training, and there is no registration fee to attend. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of an online quiz following the workshop. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, other federal employees, and regulated utility representatives. Other interested parties may attend if space is available.
Register for this training.
Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Forum
Friday, November 8, 2019 (1:00–1:45 p.m.)
This meeting is open to all FUPWG attendees with an interest in federal energy projects. The agenda is designed to provide an opportunity for an open exchange of information and discussion.
About FUPWG and the FUPWG Seminar Code of Conduct
FUPWG, initiated in 1994, was established to foster partnerships and facilitate communication among federal agencies and their regulated serving utilities to help agencies achieve their energy-related goals and mandates. All seminar attendees are required to honor the FUPWG Seminar guidelines. Hospitality and social functions (on- and off-site) are strictly prohibited from conflicting with the timing of FUPWG Seminar activities listed in the schedule of events. Signs, flyers, and handouts may not be displayed or distributed in the meeting or guestroom areas of the hotel reserved for FUPWG Seminar participants. The purpose of FUPWG is the open exchange of information—aggressive sales techniques are to be avoided while attending the seminar.
For more information, please visit the FUPWG webpage or contact Susan Courtney at scourtney@bgs-llc.com or 703-832-2456.
REMINDER - 2019 AFFECT Federal Agency Call Applications are Due August 29, 2019
Applications for the "Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) 2019" (DE-FOA-0002143) Federal Agency Call (FAC) are due by Thursday, August 29, 2019. The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Federal Energy Program (FEMP) issued the AFFECT 2019 FAC via EERE Exchange on July 22, 2019 to facilitate or promote the wider adoption of energy and water efficiency projects and processes at all federal facilities. AFFECT 2019 builds on FEMP’s prior AFFECT grant program efforts, and has been updated to provide federal agencies a more streamlined and efficient application, review, and selection process.
The AFFECT 2019 FAC will provide direct funding to U.S. federal agencies for applications that (1) promote the use of external, leveraged funding to advance energy affordability and resilience; (2) integrate technologies that advance the resilience and mission critical functionality of a site and are not part of a leveraged project; (3) support the deployment of an integrated energy management system that allows for standardized and streamlined practices to save energy and promote the safety, health, and operations of facilities.
As a reminder, applicants are asked to show how the proposed project results are conducive to broader adoption by impacting the direction, strategy, and thinking of the agency as it engages in similar efforts at other federal facilities. The anticipated total funding level for AFFECT 2019 is $3.5 million, with anticipated funding per award to be between approximately $200,000 and $1 million.
To apply to AFFECT 2019, applicants must register with and submit application materials through https://eere-exchange.energy.gov/. Questions regarding this FAC can be sent to AFFECT2019@ee.doe.gov.
Updated information on this funding opportunity will be posted on FEMP's website as it becomes available.
FEMP Training Reminders
Click on the links for more information and to register for upcoming training events developed and offered by FEMP, or view FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
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FEMP's Workshops and Special Events at the Energy Exchange
Learn more about these and other special events occurring in and around the Colorado Convention Center from August 19-23, 2019.
2019 Energy Exchange Pre-Event Workshop Series - FEMP will offer a series of Energy Exchange pre-event workshops at no cost to attendees, but you must register separately through FEMP. Follow the link below; you must click on the session titles to register for each workshop you plan to attend.
Monday, August 19, 2019 in Denver, CO
*Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act Open House - The General Services Administration and the Office of the Secretary of Defense will hold an open house to gather input on cybersecurity skills and training. Learn about this topic and help guide federal efforts to respond to the new Executive Order on America’s Cybersecurity Workforce. Visit the link below for more information.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019 in Denver, CO (12:30-1:45 p.m. MT)
*50001 Ready Cohort Kickoff Meeting - This cohort will assist all participants in walking through the process, implementing the 50001 Ready energy management system, and sharing lessons learned. Visit the link below for more information, or contact Kendall Kam, FEMP. Those not attending Energy Exchange may participate by WebEx.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019 in Denver, CO (12:30-1:45 p.m. MT)
*Smart Labs MeetUp -This is an informal meeting for staff from facilities management, sustainability, and environmental safety and health. Visit the link below for more information, or contact Rachel Shepherd, FEMP.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019 in Denver, CO (12:30-1:30 p.m. MT)
Upcoming Webinars
eProject Builder (ePB) Demonstration (Introductory) - Will introduce energy service companies, their customers, and other interested parties to ePB, covering the benefits of using ePB, project workflow, a walk through of the data template, and a live demonstration.
Tuesday, August 20, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Thursday, September 12, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
*Transforming Research Labs Part II - As a follow up to Part I in the series, which discussed changes that can lead to more sustainable operations in laboratories, Part II will address how training and smarter procurement choices can increase the impact of those changes.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
*eProject Builder (ePB) Demonstration (Advanced) - Will cover the ePB M&V module and analysis & reporting feature.
Thursday, September 19, 2019, 3-4:15 p.m. EDT
More Upcoming In-Person Events
2019 Energy Exchange - The three-day training, trade show, and peer networking event will provide a comprehensive range of technical-based training, exciting plenary speakers, and many other opportunities to develop professional skills and interact with the larger federal energy/water management community. The Energy Exchange offers forward-looking, accredited workforce development training in alignment with the Federal Building Personnel Training Act, the Executive Order on Efficient Federal Operations, and the Executive Order on America’s Cybersecurity Workforce. Access the Energy Exchange’s justification resources and learn how this year’s event may benefit your organization.
Tuesday, August 20 - Thursday, August 22, 2019 in Denver, CO
Training for the Data Center Energy Practitioner Certificate - Prepares attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems in data centers.
Wednesday, September 4 - Friday, September 6, 2019 in San Francisco, CA
Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership UESC Training - TECO Energy - Will include a utility energy service contract (UESC) overview and presentations from the host utility on programs offered to federal customers.
Tuesday, October 22, 2019 in Tampa, FL
2019 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar - Mark your calendar! The FUPWG seminar is held twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information about FEMP activities, and other business.
Thursday, November 7 - Friday, November 8, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
FEMP Issues 2019 AFFECT Federal Agency Call
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP web
Act Now!
✔ Register for Energy Exchange FEMP's pre-event workshops.
✔ Apply for the Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) 2019 Federal Agency Call.
✔ Read below and visit FEMP's training catalog for more information and to register for upcoming FEMP-sponsored training and events.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Issues 2019 Federal Agency Call for Projects
On July 22, 2019, FEMP issued a Federal Agency Call (FAC) titled "Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) 2019" (DE-FOA-0002143). The AFFECT 2019 FAC will provide direct funding to U.S. federal agencies for applications that (1) promote the use of external, leveraged funding to advance energy affordability and resilience; (2) integrate technologies that advance the resilience and mission critical functionality of a site that are not part of a leveraged project; and (3) support the deployment of an integrated energy management system that allows for standardized and streamlined practices that save energy and promote the safety, health and operations of facilities. To apply to AFFECT 2019, applicants must register with and submit application materials through EERE Exchange. Visit FEMP's website for more information, and send questions regarding this FAC to AFFECT2019@ee.doe.gov.
Mark Your Calendar for the Fall FUPWG Seminar
The Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar will be hosted by FEMP and the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) on November 7-8, 2019 in Washington, D.C. The FUPWG seminar is held twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information about FEMP activities and other business. Continuing Education Units will again be offered for the benefit of professional stakeholders that hold licenses and certifications that require continuing education. The agenda will be posted and registration will open in early September; check the seminar webpage for more information. The event will be held at EEI headquarters, and attendees are encouraged to secure hotel reservations as soon as possible since no room block is associated with this event.
FEMP Releases FY 2018 Annual Energy Performance Data
FEMP recently released the FY 2018 annual energy data set and Federal Government and agency performance data tables to coincide with the release of the Office of Management and Budget's Scorecards for Efficient Federal Operations/Management and agency performance graphics by the Council on Environmental Quality' Office of Federal Sustainability. Visit FEMP’s Federal Comprehensive Annual Energy Performance Data website to view and download publicly available data tables of federal agency energy and water consumption, along with information on energy costs by end-use sector, efficiency investment, and progress toward key energy management goals. Data on this website are compiled from federal agencies' latest Annual Energy Management Data Reports.
TECO Energy Federal/Utility Partnership Meeting Rescheduled
TECO Energy and FEMP are helping federal agencies improve facility operations, upgrade infrastructure, improve resilience, and save taxpayer dollars by offering partnership opportunities through utility energy service contracts (UESCs). A UESC is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management services. UESCs are ideal for any size project. FEMP encourages all federal entities in the TECO Energy service territory to attend this important training and partnering opportunity, now scheduled for October 22, 2019 in Tampa, Florida. The UESC training will be conducted by FEMP representatives. Visit the registration site for details.
Subscribe to the New Energy-Efficient Product Procurement Newsletter
Lawrence Berkeley National laboratory (LBNL) has announced the launch of the Federal Energy-Efficient Product Procurement Newsletter. This quarterly newsletter will be produced by LBNL's Sustainable Federal Operations Group, a FEMP partner that provides technical recommendations and outreach regarding energy-efficient product purchasing in the federal sector. Subscribe to the newsletter for updates on product categories, upcoming webinars, new tools or resources, and much more!
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Federal Laws & Requirements Search: Lists federal energy management laws and requirements by goal.
- Compliance Certification Database: Houses certification reports and compliance statements submitted by manufacturers for covered products and equipment subject to federal conservation standards.
- Advanced Exterior Lighting Systems: This on-demand training course provides a comprehensive overview of exterior lighting systems, including types of technologies, lighting controls, key applications, and emerging technologies.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Thursday, August 8, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Tuesday, August 20, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
ONSITE: 2019 Energy Exchange Pre-Event Workshop Series
Monday, August 19, 2019 in Denver, CO
ONSITE: 2019 Energy Exchange
Tuesday, August 20 - Thursday, August 22, 2019 in Denver, CO
ONSITE: Training for the Data Center Energy Practitioner Certificate
Wednesday, September 4 - Friday, September 6, 2019 in San Francisco, CA
WEBINAR: Transforming Research Labs Part II
Tuesday, September 10, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
ONSITE: Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership UESC Training - TECO Energy
Tuesday, October 22, 2019 in Tampa, FL
ONSITE: 2019 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
Thursday, November 7 - Friday, November 8, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
FEMP Issues 2019 AFFECT Federal Agency Call
On July 22, 2019, the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Federal Energy Program (FEMP) at the U.S. Department of Energy issued a Federal Agency Call (FAC) on EERE Exchange titled "Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) 2019" (DE-FOA-0002143). AFFECT 2019 will build on FEMP’s prior AFFECT grant program efforts to facilitate or promote the wider adoption of energy and water efficiency projects and processes at all federal facilities, and has been revised and updated to provide federal agencies a more streamlined and efficient application, review, and selection process.
The AFFECT 2019 FAC will provide direct funding to U.S. federal agencies for applications that (1) promote the use of external, leveraged funding to advance energy affordability and resilience; (2) integrate technologies that advance the resilience and mission critical functionality of a site that are not part of a leveraged project; (3) support the deployment of an integrated energy management system that allows for standardized and streamlined practices that save energy and promote the safety, health and operations of facilities.
Applicants will be asked to show how the proposed project results are conducive to broader adoption by impacting the direction, strategy, and thinking of the agency to engage in similar efforts at other federal facilities. The anticipated total funding level for AFFECT 2019 is $3.5 million, with anticipated funding per award to be between approximately $200,000 and $1 million.
To apply to AFFECT 2019, applicants must register with and submit application materials through https://eere-exchange.energy.gov/. Questions regarding this FAC can be sent to AFFECT2019@ee.doe.gov.
Updated information on this funding opportunity will be posted on FEMP's website as it becomes available.
Energy Exchange 2019
August 20-22, 2019
Colorado Convention Center
Denver, Colorado
Registration Reminder: Energy Exchange 2019
The Energy Exchange combines career development training, peer networking, and a trade show into one dynamic event, with the chance to hear from key individuals from leading federal agencies. Register now! Seeking to learn more about this year’s event? Visit the Energy Exchange website to view the general schedule of events, training session information, and helpful attendee justification resources.
Registration is Open for FEMP’s FREE Pre-Event Workshops
The Federal Energy Management Program is offering 19 FREE in-person training opportunities on Monday, August 19, 2019 starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Colorado Convention Center, prior to the Energy Exchange. All FEMP pre-event workshops are free to attend but require separate registration through FEMP. Register using the links below.
Nineteen sessions will be organized under the following seven workshop series (WS):
WS1: Resilience Strategy and Technologies
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Technical Resilience Navigator: Resilient Portfolio Planning to Support Agency Mission (WS1-S1) |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
WS2: Demand Response and Financing for Resilience
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10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. |
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1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
Lessons Learned from Past Federal Distributed Energy Projects (WS2-S3) |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Demand Response and Load Management (WS2-S4) |
WS3: Building Design and Operations
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8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
Facility Re-tuning Overview Workshop (WS3-S1) |
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10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. |
New Construction for Federal Sustainable Buildings: Requirements and Strategies (WS3-S2) |
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1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Water Balance Workshop (WS3-S4) |
WS4: Cybersecuring Facility Systems and Related Technologies
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10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. |
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1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
Distributed Energy Resource Cybersecurity Framework (WS4-S3) |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Procuring Energy-Efficient Emerging Technologies (WS4-S4) Registration coming soon |
WS5: Fleet and Data Center Technologies
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10:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Getting Started: Identifying and Assessing Energy Efficiency Opportunities in Your Data Center (WS5-S4) |
WS6: Financing Approaches for Federal Projects
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8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
UESC Executive Summary (WS6-S1) |
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10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. |
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1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
Assuring Performance (WS6-S3a)
ENABLE Contracting Issues: Understanding the GSA Schedule 84, SIN 246-53, Procurement Process (W6-S3b) |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
ENABLE Overview, Strategic Use, and Contracting Issues (WS6-S4) |
WS7: ESPC 5 Phases to Success
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Travel Reminder: Have You Made Hotel Reservations?
Don’t forget to reserve a hotel room. Space is limited.
Registration is Open for Energy Exchange Pre-Event Workshops
Federal Energy Management Program
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register for Energy Exchange and FEMP's pre-event workshops.
✔ Register for the next energy savings performance contract (ESPC) energy sales agreement (ESA) webinar in the series, scheduled for July 23! Read below and visit FEMP's training catalog for more upcoming FEMP-sponsored training and events.
✔ Use the REopt™ Lite web tool at no cost to evaluate the economic viability of grid-connected PV, wind, and battery storage at your site.
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FEMP Focus See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates. Registration Now Open for 2019 Energy Exchange Pre-Event Workshops FEMP is offering 19 FREE in-person training opportunities on Monday, August 19. 2019 starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Colorado Convention Center, prior to the Energy Exchange. All FEMP pre-event workshops are free to attend but require separate registration through FEMP. Nineteen sessions will be organized under the following topic areas:
Register here; you must click on the session titles to register for each workshop you plan to attend. DOE to Host Pre-Better Buildings Summit 50001 Ready Workshop A special pre-event Better Buildings Summit workshop will be held on Tuesday July 9, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. EDT at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. The workshop will discuss how hundreds of industrial, commercial, institutional, and federal sites are increasing energy performance and saving money through the implementation of the DOE 50001 Ready energy management system. This free, self-paced program leads to DOE recognition, and can be a powerful tool in meeting your energy goals and mission. The training will be led by Jay Wrobel, Manager of Facility and Fleet Optimization at FEMP, and Paul Sheaffer, Program Manager in the Building and Industrial Applications Department at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. To reserve a spot, email Pete.Langlois@ee.doe.gov. Training Available for the Data Center Energy Practitioner Certificate The main objective of the DOE's Data Center Energy Practitioner Program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of heating, ventilation and air conditioning; electrical; and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors. The next two scheduled training events will take place in Washington D.C. on Friday, July 12, 2019 and in San Francisco, California on September 4-6, 2019. For more information, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. FEMP Offers ESPC Training in Washington, D.C. Register now to attend the upcoming ESPC training scheduled for July 16-18, 2019 in Washington, D.C. The three-day training course will educate attendees on how to implement energy and water projects through an ESPC, including a basic introduction to DOE indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity contracts and how to get started with an ESPC project. Training sections will cover task order ordering procedures, contractor selection, energy saving technologies, energy and water resilience, risk and responsibility, measurement and verification, understanding task order schedules, pricing and financing aspects of the project, and post award contract administration. Participants will be able to initiate an ESPC with a Notice of Opportunity focused on individual agency needs. Registration is open to federal, DOE National Laboratory, and state and local government employees. Others may be considered on a case by case basis. Click here for more information and to register. FEMP Continues to Seek Federal Sites Interested in Evaluating PV Performance FEMP is seeking to partner with federal sites that have an on-site, government-owned photovoltaic (PV) system and are willing and able to share their PV’s annual performance data and system information. Interested sites will receive a summary and interpretation of their PV system’s performance, including generation and availability compared to expected values. At a minimum, FEMP will request general system information (e.g. location, size, orientation, tilt, and age) and hourly energy generation data of the PV system and/or information from an existing PV monitoring platform that tracks and stores hourly (or higher resolution) data. If you are interested in this initiative, please email rachel.shepherd@ee.doe.gov. This is an ongoing initiative, however FEMP is currently seeking participants for this fiscal year 2019. |
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Featured FEMP Tools and Training Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools. |
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Upcoming Events Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today. WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory) Thursday, July 11, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT Tuesday, July 23, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT ONSITE: Training for the Data Center Energy Practitioner Certificate Friday, July 12, 2019 in Washington, D.C. Wednesday, September 4 - Friday, September 6, 2019 in San Francisco, CA ONSITE: Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) Three-Day Training Workshop Tuesday, July 16 - Thursday, July 18, 2019 in Washington, D.C. WEBINAR: ESPC ESA Webinar Series: Site-Specific Stand-Alone Project Overview Tuesday, July 23, 2019, 2-3:30 p.m. EDT ONSITE: 2019 Energy Exchange Pre-Event Workshop Series Monday, August 19, 2019 in Denver, CO ONSITE: 2019 Energy Exchange Tuesday, August 20 - Thursday, August 22, 2019 in Denver, CO Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
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FEMP Training Reminders
Click on the links for more information and to register for upcoming training events developed and offered by FEMP, or view FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
*Recently Added
Upcoming Webinars
eProject Builder (ePB) Demonstration (Introductory) - Will introduce energy service companies, their customers, and other interested parties to ePB, covering the benefits of using ePB, project workflow, a walk through of the data template, and a live demonstration.
Thursday June 13, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Tuesday June 25, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Thursday July 11, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Using Effective Water Management to Build Resilience - Will discuss how alternative solutions and resilience can work together to create an effective water program.
Tuesday June 25, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
*Transitioning to the 2018 50001 Standard - Will discuss the 2018 version of ISO 50001 and how to incorporate the changes into your best-practice energy-management system.
Tuesday June 25, 2019, 2-2:45 p.m. EDT
*Continuous Improvement Energy Management in 50001 Ready - Will discuss how to sustain energy and financial savings from individual energy projects through an energy management system.
Wednesday June 26, 2019, 2-2:45 p.m. EDT
*ESPC ESA Webinar Series: Site-Specific Stand-Alone Project Overview - Will provide instructions and resources for financing distributed energy projects using an energy savings performance contract energy sales agreement through the site–specific/stand-alone contract vehicle.
Tuesday July 23, 2019, 2-3:30 p.m. EDT
Upcoming In-Person Events
Electric Vehicle Site Assessment Training for Federal Fleet Managers and Coordinators - Will provide fleet managers, fleet coordinators, and facility managers with the skills and knowledge to become subject matter experts in electric vehicle implementation. Email Jesse Bennett of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory for more information, or call 720-595-8965.
Tuesday June 18, 2019 in Golden, CO
*Training for the Data Center Energy Practitioner Certificate - Prepares attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems in data centers.
Friday July 12, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) Three-Day Training Workshop - Will provide a basic introduction to the U.S. Department of Energy's indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contracts and how to get started with an energy savings performance contract project at your site.
Tuesday July 16 - Thursday July 18, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
*2019 Energy Exchange Pre-Event Workshop Series - FEMP will offer a series of Energy Exchange pre-event workshops at no cost to attendees. Registration information is coming soon.
Monday August 19, 2019 in Denver, CO
2019 Energy Exchange - Early bird registration ends June 14! The three-day training, trade show, and peer networking event will provide a comprehensive range of technical-based training, exciting plenary speakers, and many other opportunities to develop professional skills and interact with the larger federal energy/water management community. Access the Energy Exchange’s justification resources and learn how this year’s event may benefit your organization. The Energy Exchange offers forward-looking, accredited workforce development training in alignment with the Federal Building Personnel Training Act, the Executive Order on Efficient Federal Operations, and the Executive Order on America’s Cybersecurity Workforce.
Energy Exchange 2019 Technical Agenda
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ For federal entities in the TECO Energy service territory, register to attend the TECO Energy Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership Training in Tampa, Florida, which will include a utility energy service contract overview and information on TECO programs offered to federal customers. Please note this in-person event date has changed to June 26, 2019.
✔ Read our fact sheet on FEMP's Center of Expertise (CoE) for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers to learn the purpose of the program, popular tools and resources, training opportunities, and more.
✔ Use the new Laboratory Benchmarking Tool to compare the energy use of your lab buildings with that of similar facilities in the U.S. The tool has a peer-comparison dataset of more than 750 laboratory buildings, and includes new and reconfigured data fields designed to meet the needs of today’s lab community.
✔ Register now for upcoming FEMP-sponsored training and events. Read below and visit FEMP's training calendar.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
Energy Exchange 2019 Technical Agenda Announced
The Energy Exchange 2019 has announced its technical training agenda, which will include robust training opportunities in the following focus areas:
- Implementing Federal Policy and Priorities
- Integrating Resilience and Design for Agency Mission
- Optimizing Building Management & Maintenance
- Utilizing Efficient and Secure Technologies
- Leveraging Affordable Financing and Partnerships
As the technical training agenda continues to develop, find the most up to date information on our Technical Training Agenda page. Register now to receive discounted early bird rates, available to public and private sector attendees until June 14!
REopt Lite Web Tool Adds New Features
Federal energy managers looking to evaluate distributed energy projects and battery storage for their site can now use REopt Lite's custom utility rate tariff capabilities and an integrated critical load profile builder—new features that allow a more detailed energy analysis without leaving the tool. The latest update to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) REopt Lite web tool was funded by FEMP. Read more about REopt Lite’s latest features in the NREL Program News article.
FEMP Collaborates with Better Buildings Lab Partner on Free-to-Attend Workshop
FEMP is collaborating with Better Buildings Smart Lab Accelerator Partner University of Minnesota, who is providing an in-person, all-day workshop on the University of Minnesota campus on Thursday, May 23. The workshop will feature new information about laboratory buildings, costs and complexity, stakeholders’ rolls and responsibility, and an overview of a smart lab program. It will include information on the importance of the laboratory environment to R&D success, characteristics of a high performance laboratory building, mitigating risk in high performance laboratories, and more.
Register for the free-to-attend, in-person workshop on Thursday, May 23, 2019.
Federal Energy and Water Management Award Winners Share Lessons Learned
In conjunction with the 2018 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards Program, FEMP hosted an "Award Winning Champions Shared Lessons Learned Forum." The event provided an informal discussion forum to facilitate information sharing and networking between the 2018 award winners and FEMP staff. Visit the new Forum web page to learn more. Plans are currently underway for the 2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards and Forum! Visit FEMP’s Awards page for more information.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Energy Plus: A whole building energy simulation program used to model energy consumption and water use in buildings.
- Rooftop Unit Comparison Calculator: Simulates the energy usage of both a high efficiency and a standard efficiency air conditioner and compares their energy and economic performance.
- 2016 Guiding Principle II, Optimize Energy Performance: This on-demand training course focuses on compliance with the 2016 Guiding Principles for Existing Sustainable Federal Buildings, Guiding Principle II, and covers related topics including energy efficiency, on-site renewable energy generation, measurement and verification, and benchmarking.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: Energy Performance Improvement in Data Centers-50001 Ready Community of Practice
Wednesday, May 8, 2019, 2-3:00 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Thursday, May 9, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Tuesday May 28, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Transforming Research Labs (Part I)
Thursday May 16, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Overview of IT Consolidation in Data Centers
Tuesday May 21, 2019, 2-3:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Using Effective Water Management to Build Resilience
Tuesday June 25, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
ONSITE: TECO Energy Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership UESC Training
Wednesday, June 26, 2019 in Tampa, FL
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
FEMP Training Reminders
Click on the links for more information and to register for upcoming training events developed and offered by FEMP, or view FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
*Recently Added
Upcoming Webinars
FEMP Re-tuning Challenge - Will provide an overview to federal site personnel on FEMP's Re-tuning Challenge and the re-tuning process, including the opportunity to re-tune one of their buildings, receive training, and apply the training to other buildings in their portfolio.
Thursday, April 4, 2019, 1-2:00 p.m. EDT
Utility Energy Service Contract Training for ESCOs - Will help energy service companies (ESCOs), in support of their federal agency customers, better understand the utility energy service contract (UESC) project process and their role on the UESC project team.
Thursday, April 4, 2019, 1-3:00 p.m. EDT
eProject Builder (ePB) Demonstration (Introductory) - Will introduce ESCOs, their customers, and other interested parties to ePB, covering the benefits of using ePB, project workflow, a walk through of the data template, and a live demonstration.
Thursday, April 11, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
*ESPC ESA Webinar Series: Photovoltaic (PV) Project Considerations - Will cover technical, economic, and other PV project considerations, including those specific to third-party owned/third-party financed projects, and available project resources and templates.
Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 2-3:30 p.m. EDT
*Transforming Research Labs (Part I) - Will discuss how Green Labs programs are formed, suggest several opportunities for energy, water, and waste reduction in labs, and address Green Lab Certification. This is the first of two webinars in a series.
Thursday May 16, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Upcoming In-Person Events
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training - Certifies energy practitioners qualified to evaluate the energy status and efficiency opportunities in data centers.
Tuesday-Thursday, April 23-25, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
Wednesday-Friday, April 24-26, 2019 in San Francisco, CA
Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training - Examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance.
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 30-May 1, 2019 in San Diego, CA
2019 Spring FUPWG Seminar - Meets twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information on FEMP activities, and other business.
Thursday and Friday, May 2-3, 2019 in San Diego, CA
TECO Energy Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership UESC Training - For federal entities in the TECO Energy service territory, will include a UESC overview and presentations from the host utility on programs offered to federal customers.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019 in Tampa, FL
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register now for Energy Exchange and other upcoming FEMP-sponsored training and events. Read below and visit FEMP's training catalog.
✔ Learn about FEMP’s Federal Investment Highlights series, which presents the impact of investments resulting from energy and/or water efficiency and distributed generation improvements to federal infrastructure within a state.
✔ Check out FEMP's new fact sheet on the benefits of energy savings performance contract energy sales agreements (ESPC ESAs), a project structure that uses the multiyear ESPC authority to implement renewable energy projects on federal buildings or land.
✔ Submit a nomination for a 2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Award by April 30, 2019. Register here for the final informational webinar at 1:30 pm EDT on April 4, 2019, covering the awards criteria and online portal.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Launches New Laboratory Benchmarking Tool
FEMP is excited to announce the launch of the Laboratory Benchmarking Tool (LBT). The LBT provides expanded access to the historical Labs21 dataset via a completely revamped user interface, along with many new and reconfigured data fields designed to meet the needs of today’s lab community. The tool has a peer-comparison dataset of more than 750 laboratory buildings—the largest publicly available dataset of laboratory energy use. Use it to benchmark your lab's energy use today! The tool was developed in collaboration with the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) and can be accessed at lbt.i2sl.org.
FEMP to Initiate Re-tuning Challenge
Re-tuning is an effective, low-cost, and relatively easy method for reducing building energy use, primarily accomplished through building automation system controls. It has been verified to produce energy savings ranging from 5-25% at federal sites. FEMP is launching a Re-tuning Challenge to provide selected federal agencies the opportunity to enhance their energy management program by re-tuning one of their buildings, receiving on-site training, and applying the training to other buildings in their portfolio. Also, agencies that do not want to commit a building to be re-tuned may have the option to travel to a host-selected site to partake in the training.
FEMP will hold a webinar for federal site personnel on Thursday, April 4, 2019 to review the Re-tuning Challenge and steps on how to participate. Click here to register.
FEMP Offers New Utility Energy Service Contract Training for ESCOs
FEMP will hold a newly developed webinar on April 4, 2019 to help energy service companies (ESCOs), along with their federal agency customers, better understand the utility energy service contract (UESC) project process and the important role they play on the UESC project team. Participants will also learn about resources and UESC project assistance available from FEMP. Best practices will be shared as well as information on how ESCOs can best support their utility partners to deliver excellent projects to the federal government. This webinar is open to all; register here.
Register Now and Reserve Your Hotel for the Spring FUPWG Seminar
Registration is now open for the 2019 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) seminar, which will be held May 2-3 in San Diego, California and hosted by FEMP and San Diego Gas & Electric. The seminar meets twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information on FEMP activities, and other business. The 2019 Spring FUPWG agenda is now posted on the FUPWG website. The hotel room block may sell out before the cut-off date of March 29, so make your reservations as soon as possible! Hotel reservation links and other information can be found on the seminar webpage.
A Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) contract training will be held April 30-May 1 in conjunction with FUPWG. Visit the Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG) website for details and to register.
FEMP Announces Call for 2019 FEDS Spotlight Nominees
FEMP invites agencies to nominate federal employees working to implement exceptional projects and programs that lead to replicable, cost-effective, and resilient energy and water solutions. FEMP's FEDS Spotlight will recognize these champions at the closing plenary session of the 2019 Energy Exchange, being held in Denver, Colorado from August 20-22, 2019. Participating agencies are eligible to nominate up to three federal employees meeting one or more criteria described in the template guidance. All nominations must submitted to FEMP through the agency's headquarters level point of contact by May 17, 2019. Please visit FEMP's website for more information.
TECO Energy Federal/Utility Partnership Meeting Scheduled
TECO Energy and FEMP are helping federal agencies improve facility operations, upgrade infrastructure, improve resilience, and save taxpayer dollars by offering partnership opportunities through UESCs. A UESC, ideal for any size project, is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management services. Federal entities in the TECO Energy service territory are encouraged to attend this important training and partnering opportunity on June 19, 2019 in Tampa, Florida, conducted by FEMP representatives. Visit the WBDG website for details and registration.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Alternative Water Sources Maps: Help federal agencies strategically plan where to implement alternative water projects.
- FleetDASH: Encourages fleet managers to increase alternative fuel utilization by tracking missed opportunities to use alternative fuel in dual-fuel vehicles.
- Data Center Energy Efficiency: Cooling Systems: Part of an on-demand training series that presents energy efficient best practices in data centers, this course discusses opportunities such as optimizing traditional cooling systems, moving to liquid cooling systems, utilizing free cooling, and correcting humidity controls.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: Introduction to 50001 Ready and Navigator
Wednesday, March 20, 2019, 2-2:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Advanced)
Wednesday, March 20, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Tuesday, March 26, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Thursday, April 11, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
ONSITE: Energy Savings Performance Contracting Three-Day Training Workshop
Tuesday-Thursday, March 26-28, 2019 in Huntsville, AL
WEBINAR: FEMP Re-tuning Challenge
Thursday, April 4, 2019, 1-2:00 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Utility Energy Service Contract Training for ESCOs
Thursday, April 4, 2019, 1-3:00 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
Tuesday-Thursday, April 23-25, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
Wednesday-Friday, April 24-26, 2019 in San Francisco, CA
ONSITE: Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 30-May 1, 2019 in San Diego, CA
ONSITE: 2019 Spring FUPWG Seminar
Thursday and Friday, May 2-3, 2019 in San Diego, CA
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar
May 2-3, 2019
San Diego, CA
Hosted by: San Diego Gas & Electric
The 2019 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar will be held Thursday and Friday, May 2-3, 2019 in San Diego, California. FUPWG meets twice per year to share best practices, success stories, case studies, information about Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) activities, and other business. It establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects. These projects help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please visit the FUPWG website for more details.
FUPWG Seminar highlights include:
- Washington Update
- Utility Energy Service Contract Best Practices
- Department of Defense Updates
- Utility Energy Service Contract Case Studies
- Energy Resilience
- Utility Regulatory Landscape
- Best Practices for Interconnection Agreements
- Two-day Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training – April 30 – May 1, 2019
- Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Working Group Forum – Friday, May 3, 2019
- NEW! Special Session: Utility Energy Service Contract Technical Project Focus - Friday, May 3, 2019
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Registration Information
Registration is now open. The deadline to register is Monday, April 29, 2019.
$225 – Register by Tuesday, April 9, 2019
$275 – After April 9, 2019
Please note: Due to the anticipation of a sell-out crowd, we are offering the opportunity for federal registrants awaiting travel approval to reserve their spots early by initially signing up and selecting the Federal Temporary Reservation category using the above link. Once they receive approval to travel, federal participants must re-register using the regular link to re-register as a paid attendee.
FUPWG Attendance Policy
Unregulated utility affiliates, energy service companies, and other interested private sector participants may, space permitting, send a maximum of four attendees per organization. These companies are encouraged to coordinate internally in advance to determine who should register for the seminar. Only badged attendees will be permitted to attend FUPWG meetings, breaks, and networking events.
Federal agencies and regulated utility companies have no maximum attendee registration limit, space permitting.
FUPWG Seminar Location
The 2019 Spring FUPWG Seminar will be held at the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley.
Hotel Reservations
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
8757 Rio San Diego Drive
San Diego, CA 92108
FEDERAL PER DIEM HOTEL ROOM REGISTRATION
The FUPWG per diem hotel rate for federal attendees is $174 per night.
Book your hotel room at the group rate for federal attendees.
NON-FEDERAL ROOM REGISTRATION
The FUPWG hotel rate for non-federal attendees is $175 per night.
Book your hotel room at the group rate for non-federal attendees.
Please use the above link to secure your reservation. We encourage you to reserve your room as soon as possible, as these special rates will not be available after the block is full. The FUPWG room block begins on April 29 and ends on May 3. The hotel reservation cut-off date is Friday, March 29. Please note that an early check-out fee may be assessed if a guest checks out prior to the reserved checkout date. A cancellation less than 72 hours prior to arrival will result in a charge equal to one night’s room and tax.
Related Information
Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) Training
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 30 – May 1, 2019
The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Management Program is offering agencies training and partnership opportunities with their serving utilities that explore available contracting options including utility energy service contracts (UESCs). A UESC, ideal for any size project, is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management and demand-reduction services. This two-day training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples.
This course is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training, and there is no registration fee to attend. Continuing education units will be awarded upon successful completion of an online quiz following the workshop. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, other federal employees, and regulated utility representatives. Other interested parties may attend if space is available.
Register for this training.
Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Forum
Friday, May 3, 2019 (1:00 - 1:45 p.m.)
This meeting is open to all FUPWG attendees with an interest in federal energy projects. The agenda is designed to provide an opportunity for an open exchange of information and discussion.
NEW SPECIAL SESSION: Utility Energy Service Contract Technical Project Focus
Friday, May 3, 2019 (1:45 – 3:00 p.m.)
This new session is open to all FUPWG attendees, and will feature rotating topics relating to best practices and tools for energy managers responsible for executing UESC projects. Session topics include:
- UESC Project Development Report Template - download template here.
- eProject Builder and UESCs
About the FUPWG Seminar and the FUPWG Seminar Code of Conduct
The Federal Utility Partnership Working Group, initiated in 1994, was established to foster partnerships and facilitate communications among federal agencies and their regulated serving utilities to help agencies achieve their energy-related goals. All seminar attendees are required to honor the Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar guidelines. Hospitality and social functions (on- and off-site) are strictly prohibited from conflicting with the timing of FUPWG Seminar activities listed in the schedule of events. Aggressive sales techniques are to be avoided while attending the seminar. Signs and flyers may not be displayed or distributed in the meeting or guestroom areas of the hotel reserved for FUPWG Seminar participants.
For more information, see the FUPWG webpage or contact Susan Courtney at scourtney@alleghenyst.com or 703-832-2456.
FEMP Announces Energy Exchange 2019
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Plan to attend Energy Exchange 2019 on August 20-22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado.
✔ Nominate an exemplary federal project or program for a 2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Award.
✔ Save the date for the 2019 Spring FUPWG seminar scheduled for May 2-3 in San Diego, California.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Announces Energy Exchange 2019
The annual Energy Exchange 2019 training and trade show event will be held August 20-22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. With the theme, "Be Efficient And Resilient," the 2019 event will focus on the integrated aspects of ensuring efficient and mission-ready federal operations. The Energy Exchange remains one of the best opportunities for agencies to ensure their workforce fulfills training mandates in alignment with legislative and Administration workforce development objectives. Visit our website for registration and hotel information, coming soon!
Call for Nominations Now Open for the 2019 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
FEMP sponsors the annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to honor outstanding federal agency achievements in energy, water, and fleet management. Visit the webpage for more information and to download the 2019 Criteria and Guidelines. Submit nominations by April 30, 2019.
FEMP will offer two identical one-hour WebEx presentations to provide an overview of the 2019 awards criteria and the online portal. Register here for the February 27 meeting at 1:30 pm EST. Register here for the March 14 meeting at 2:00 pm EDT.
FEMP Offers New ESPC ESA Resources
FEMP recently published new resources for federal agencies pursuing energy savings performance contract energy sales agreements (ESPC ESAs). An ESPC ESA is a project structure, similar to a power purchase agreement, that uses the multiyear ESPC authority to implement renewable energy projects on federal buildings or land. See the main ESPC ESA webpage for links to factsheets, templates, and more information.
FEMP Launches New Utility Energy Service Contract Training for ESCOs
FEMP will hold a newly developed webinar on April 4, 2019 to help energy service companies (ESCOs) better understand the utility energy service contract (UESC) project process and the important role they play on the UESC project team. Participants will also learn about resources and UESC project assistance available from FEMP. Best practices will be shared as well as information on how ESCOs can best support their utility partners to deliver excellent projects to the federal government. Visit the Whole Building Design Guide for more details and to register.
Mark Your Calendar for the Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar
The 2019 Spring FUPWG seminar is scheduled for May 2-3 in San Diego, California, and will be hosted by FEMP and San Diego Gas & Electric. FUPWG establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects. These projects help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Attendance at both 2019 seminars were over 300, so register early for this excellent networking and training opportunity.
Visit the seminar webpage for more information and for instructions on securing your hotel reservations. The agenda will be posted and registration will open on March 1, 2019.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Energy Assessment Process Manual: Jump start a data center energy efficiency assessment with this manual that includes step-by-step instructions and templates.
- FEMP Screening Map: Examines the viability of three solar technologies in the U.S. with a high-level annualized economic calculation, with and without potential savings from available renewable energy incentives at the state and federal levels.
- Data Center Energy Efficiency: Air Management: Part of an on-demand training series that presents energy efficient best practices in data centers, this course discusses hot and cold aisles, containment strategies, recirculation and bypass air, airflow restriction and congestion, and alternatives to underfloor air management systems.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
LIVE ONLINE: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Tuesday, February 26, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EST
LIVE ONLINE: ESPC ESA Webinar Series: Overview and Requirements
Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 2-3:30 p.m. EDT
LIVE ONSITE: Energy Savings Performance Contracting Three-Day Training Workshop
Tuesday-Thursday, March 26-28, 2019 in Huntsville, AL
LIVE ONLINE: Utility Energy Service Contract Training for ESCOs Webinar
Thursday, April 4, 2019, 1-3:00 p.m. EDT
LIVE ONSITE: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
Tuesday-Thursday, April 23-25, 2019 in Washington, D.C.
Wednesday-Friday, April 24-26, 2019 in San Francisco, CA
LIVE ONSITE: Comprehensive Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 30-May 1, 2019 in San Diego, CA
LIVE ONSITE: 2019 Spring FUPWG Seminar
Thursday and Friday, May 2-3, 2019 in San Diego, CA
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
FEMP Welcomes New Leadership
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register now for FEMP's first Energy Savings Performance Contract Energy Sales Agreement (ESPC ESA) series webinar on March 12th. Note, this webinar has been rescheduled from the original date of January 29th. All current registrants will be automatically re-enrolled for the March 12th webinar.
✔ Check out the FEMP's new case study, U.S. Coast Guard Yard Analysis of Microgrid to Reduce Onsite Generation Curtailment, which details the Coast Guard Yard's ESPC project to install 1-MW reciprocating generators.
✔ The FEMP Assistance Request Portal now offers an easy way to ask FEMP a question. Simply choose the service area you’re interested in, enter your email address, write a question, and click submit. Your question will be routed to the service area specialist at FEMP who will reply to your inquiry. You can also use this tool to request technical assistance for a distributed energy project.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Welcomes New Leadership
Dr. Robert Ivester has joined FEMP as the new program director after serving in the DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Advanced Manufacturing Office (AMO) for the past six years. Jay Wrobel, who also previously worked in AMO, has joined FEMP as the new supervisor for the Facility and Fleet Optimization team. FEMP would like to thank Leslie Nicholls for her leadership, and she will continue her leadership support as FEMP's strategic director.
Visit FEMP's website for more information.
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminars Were Record Breakers in 2018
Attendance at the 2018 Fall FUPWG seminar, hosted by Dominion Energy in Herndon, Virginia, broke another record with more than 300 attendees. Along with the Spring seminar, the average attendance at the FUPWG seminars in 2018 averaged 42.5% higher than in 2017. The Fall FUPWG agenda featured many key topics and the presentations received rave reviews from attendees; view them on the FUPWG website.
The 2019 Spring FUPWG seminar is scheduled for May 2-3 in San Diego, California. Please watch for more details to be posted on the FUPWG website later this month.
FEMP Offers ESPC ESA Webinar Series
FEMP is launching a four-part webinar series entitled, “ESPC ESAs: A New Way of Financing On-Site Renewable Energy” starting March 12, 2019 (rescheduled from January 29, 2019). A live webinar will occur quarterly and address various topics on financing and implementing on-site renewable energy projects that have the ability to benefit from tax incentives before they decrease. Each webinar will include information, project implementation best practices, resources, and Q&A.
Learn more about the webinar series and register for the first webinar.
Explore the 50001 Ready Navigator
The 50001 Ready Navigator is an online dashboard that provides step-by-step guidance to implementing and maintaining an energy management system in conformance with the principles of ISO 50001. EnPI Lite, a companion calculator to 50001 Ready Navigator, enables regression-based energy performance modeling for facilities. Both are web-based tools maintained by DOE. The 50001 Ready program also accepts energy performance improvement data from other readily available tools including the Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager®. After implementing the system, users can submit their facilities for 50001 Ready recognition directly through the Navigator.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is offering a series of new webinars through its Community of Practice; watch for new dates to be added to FEMP's Training Catalog.
FEMP’s Smart Labs Program Coordinates with University of California, Irvine’s Smart Labs and Design-Build Workshop
FEMP’s Smart Labs Program coordinates with the University of California, Irvine (UCI) on their no-cost, in-person Smart Labs and Design-Build Workshop on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 29-30, 2019. Day one of the workshop will include the use of data analytics to optimize and maintain performance of Smart Labs, a detailed discussion of improving laboratory ventilation, and Green Lab programs and operations. Day two will be a half-day session allocated to a design-build of both new lab building and whole (science) building renewal including Smart Lab retrofits. Register for UCI’s Smart Labs and Design-Build Workshop here.
FEMP Helps Agencies Plan and Implement Distributed Energy Projects
FEMP recently launched a new six-phase process for planning and implementing distributed energy projects. Each phase in the process is divided into a series of steps, giving federal agencies detailed information and best practices to refer to and links to relevant publications and key resources. FEMP's six-phase distributed energy project process can help agencies efficiently implement on-site electric and thermal renewable energy, energy storage, and combined heat and power projects that are technically sound, reduce energy costs for the federal government, and support agency needs and missions.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- FEMP Technical Assistance Request Portal: This application allows federal agencies to request FEMP technical assistance with fleet management, project financing, and renewable energy projects.
- 50001 Ready Navigator: An online dashboard that provides step-by-step guidance to implementing and maintaining an energy management system in conformance with the ISO 50001 Energy Management System Standard.
- Metering Benefits and Federal Drivers: This on-demand training course outlines federal requirements and drivers for metering and provides best practices for selecting and prioritizing metering projects.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
LIVE ONLINE: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Thursday, February 14, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EST
LIVE ONLINE: Tutorial Webinar on DCPro: An Energy Assessment Tool for Data Centers
Tuesday, February 19, 2019, 2-3:30 p.m. EST
LIVE ONLINE: ESPC ESA Webinar Series: Overview and Requirements
Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 2-3:30 p.m. EST (rescheduled from January 29, 2019)
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
Federal Energy Management Program
December 17, 2018
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register for the Prioritizing Laboratories to Meet Your Energy Goal webinar, focusing on DOE’s Smart Labs Accelerator Program and the first steps for incorporating Smart Labs methodology into your organization's current management plan. This webinar will be held on January 8, 2019 and is part of DOE's Better Buildings Webinar Series.
✔ The Office of Management and Budget is updating and extending the Data Center Optimization Initiative (DCOI), which set priorities for data center consolidation and efficiency improvements for another two years. The draft policy is open for public feedback and comment. Comments will be accepted through December 26, 2018.
✔ Earn continuing education units (CEUs) and increase your expertise in one or more areas of federal energy management. Browse FEMP's training catalog for the latest live and on-demand course offerings!
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Offers NEW Energy Savings Performance Contract Energy Sales Agreements (ESPC ESA) Webinar Series
FEMP is launching a four-part webinar series, ESPC ESAs: A New Way of Financing On-Site Renewable Energy. A live webinar will occur quarterly, starting in January 2019, and address various topics on financing and implementing on-site renewable energy projects that have the ability to benefit from tax incentives before they decrease. Each webinar will include project implementation best practices, resources, and Q&A. Registration for the first webinar will be available soon.
FEMP Releases Water Evaluation Tool
FEMP released a new Water Evaluation Data Tool, which provides a method for collecting comprehensive water data during a building and campus walk-through survey. The tool helps energy and water managers obtain data about water end-uses, providing the necessary information to estimate water consumption, develop a water balance, and identify future water-efficiency measures to complete comprehensive water evaluations. Visit FEMP's website for more information, and to download the handbook and accompanying summary workbook.
Berkeley Lab Wins 2018 R&D 100 Award for eProject Builder
DOE's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) won a 2018 R&D 100 Award for eProject Builder (ePB), a secure, web-based data management tool developed with funding from FEMP and DOE's Office of Weatherization and Intergovernmental Programs. ePB is the only nationwide system that standardizes the collection and tracking of information for energy and water retrofit projects implemented by energy service companies (ESCOs), and it enables the facilities and ESCOs to preserve, analyze, and track their energy project data. Read about DOE's R&D 100 Award winners, view LBNL's announcement, and learn more about eProject Builder.
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Joins the Better Buildings Smart Labs Accelerator
Laboratories are typically three to four times more energy intensive than an average commercial building and are a key focal area for energy management strategies. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) recently joined the Better Buildings Smart Lab Accelerator and committed to reducing energy use in their laboratory buildings by at least 20% over the next 10 years. JPL is one of seven federal partners to commit to this goal. Visit FEMP’s website to see a map of all the partners and learn more about becoming a Smart Labs Accelerator partner today.
Liquid Cooled Rack Working Group Initiative Merges with Open Compute Project
FEMP and LBNL's Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers has combined its previous working group efforts to develop a liquid cooled rack specification with the Open Compute Project's Advanced Cooling Solutions project. The goal of the project is to develop a liquid cooled rack specification that could accommodate multiple vendors and provide a reusable infrastructure for multiple refresh cycles with a variety of liquid cooled servers/suppliers. Learn more about the project, its progress, and ways to get involved.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Data Center Profiler (DC Pro) Tools: These scoping tools are designed for data center owners and operators to diagnose how energy use is distributed in their data center and determine ways to save energy and money.
- Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) Calculator: This simple calculator for utility-scale and distributed-generation renewable energy technologies compares the combination of capital costs, operations and maintenance, performance, and fuel costs.
- Water Management Basics: This on-demand training course provides federal personnel with a concise introduction to federal water management.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today.
WEBINAR: Prioritizing Laboratories to Meet Your Energy Goal
Tuesday, January 8, 2019, 3 - 4:00 p.m. EST
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Tuesday, January 22, 2019, 1-2:30 p.m. EST
IN-PERSON: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
Wednesday-Friday, January 23-25, 2018 in San Francisco, California
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy · 1000 Independence Ave., SW · Washington DC 20585
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Earn continuing education units (CEUs) and increase your expertise in one or more areas of federal energy management. Browse FEMP's training catalog for the latest live and on-demand course offerings!
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
Federal Agency Use of Energy Savings Performance Contracting Has Banner Year for Private Investment
FEMP recently announced that during fiscal year 2018, 10 federal agencies made a record investment of more than $800 million using the Federal Energy Management Program’s indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) energy savings performance contract (ESPC) funding mechanism to pursue 23 energy efficiency and water conservation projects. This is the largest annual investment in FEMP's ESPC program history and will generate total guaranteed energy and water cost savings of almost $1.7 billion.
Visit FEMP’s website to read the full announcement and learn more about IDIQ ESPCs.
REopt Lite Adds New Optimization Capabilities with Wind, Custom Rate Tariff, Critical Load Builder, and User Dashboard Features
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has released new capabilities for its REopt Lite web tool, including a new wind optimization module, custom utility rate tariffs, a critical building load profile builder, and a user dashboard. Building owners and energy managers can use REopt Lite to evaluate the economic viability of distributed wind alongside PV and battery storage at a site, helping to optimize energy cost savings and resilience for commercial buildings. REopt Lite development is supported by FEMP.
Learn more about REopt Lite’s new energy optimization capabilities.
FEMP's 2018 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards Presented at the U.S. Institute of Peace
On October 23, FEMP hosted its 38th annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. Awards were presented to 30 individuals and teams throughout the federal government, along with their private sector partners, who developed and implemented outstanding cost-effective projects and programs related to energy and water cost savings, optimized energy and water use, and the use of on-site renewable energy and energy storage projects at federal facilities. The awards were presented by Kathleen Hogan, DOE's Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), along with Alexander Fitzsimmons, EERE's Chief of Staff, and Leslie Nicholls, FEMP's Strategic Director.
Visit FEMP's website to read more.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Building Life Cycle Cost Calculator 5: These National Institute of Standards and Technology programs help compute and analyze capital investments in buildings.
- Energy- and Cost-Savings Calculators for Energy-Efficient Products: Estimate energy and cost savings for energy- and water-efficient product categories using these interactive calculators provided by FEMP and ENERGY STAR.
- Energy Management Basic Training: This on-demand training course provides federal personnel with a concise overview of Federal Energy Management, and the most current tools and resources for success.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today!
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Advanced)
Tuesday, December 4, 2018, 3 - 4:30 p.m. EST
IN-PERSON: Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
Monday-Wednesday December 10-12, 2018 in Sterling, Virginia
Wednesday-Friday, January 23-25, 2018 in San Francisco, California
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
Federal Energy Management Program
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ *Final reminder.* The hotel cut-off date for the Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUWPWG) Seminar is Monday October 15. Make your hotel reservations TODAY! Read more about FUPWG below and register for the Advanced Utility Energy Service Contracts training!
✔ Read FEMP's new fact sheets: Considerations for Implementing PV plus Storage Systems at Federal Buildings and Campuses and Solar Photovoltaic Systems in Hurricanes and Other Severe Weather.
✔ New energy savings performance contract (ESPC) training opportunities are available this month. Register now for the Just-in-Time Series 5 Webinar: Ensuring ESPC Project Performance After Acceptance, and for the Energy Savings Performance Contracting Three-day Training Workshop in Nashville, TN.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
Register for the Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
The 2018 Fall FUPWG Seminar will be held Wednesday and Thursday, November 7-8, in Herndon, Virginia, located near Washington Dulles International Airport. The FUPWG Seminar will be hosted by FEMP and Dominion Energy and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects. These projects help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars.
Register now before the deadline of Monday, October 29, 2018. Download the agenda and visit the FUPWG webpage for more information.
FEMP's 2018 Energy Action Month Poster is Available
Celebrate Energy Action Month with FEMP's new poster that promotes strengthening the resilience of federal facilities through energy optimization and cybersecurity. Federal agencies are helping to improve our nation's infrastructure by implementing energy- and water-management projects throughout the federal government. Visit FEMP's Energy Awareness Month webpage to download the poster and find resources to help build awareness at your facility. Also explore FEMP's website for training, tools, and services that can help you achieve energy resiliency and maximize savings.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts, including software, data sets, and databases? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Solar Hot Water System Calculator: Use this tool to estimate what size solar system will work best for your federal facility and how much it will cost.
- ESPC Energy Sales Agreement (ESA) Toolkit: Provides information and templates to facilitate the timely execution of ESPC ESA projects.
- Advanced Interior Lighting Systems: This on-demand training course provides an overview of interior lighting system applications, including types of technologies, lighting controls, opportunities for savings, and emerging interior lighting technologies and trends.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today!
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Wednesday, October 17, 2018, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
IN-PERSON: New Mexico Gas Company's Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Wednesday, October 17, 2018, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
IN-PERSON: Idaho Power Data Center Training - If you are in Idaho Power’s service area and would like to attend this training on improving the energy efficiency of data centers, please contact Magnus Herrlin at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory mkherrlin@lbl.gov
Wednesday, October 24, 2018, 7:30 a.m - 12 pm
WEBINAR: Just-in-Time ESPC Webinars Session 5: Ensuring ESPC Project Performance After Acceptance
Thursday, October 25, 2018, 1 - 3:30 pm
IN-PERSON: Hawaiian Electric Company's Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership and Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Friday, October 26, 2018, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
IN-PERSON: Energy Savings Performance Contracting Three-day Training Workshop
Tuesday, October 30, 2018 - Thursday, November 1, 2018, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
IN-PERSON: Advanced Utility Energy Service Contracts Training
Monday, November 5, 2018 - Tuesday, November 6, 2018, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy · 1000 Independence Ave., SW · Washington DC 20585
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register today for the 2018 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar, from November 7-8, 2018 at the Hyatt Regency Dulles in Herndon, Virginia, and hosted by Dominion Energy. Registration is now open and the deadline to register is Monday, October 29, 2018 (register by Tuesday, October 9, 2018 for a discounted rate). Download the agenda, make a hotel reservation, and visit the FUPWG webpage for more information.
✔ Register now for two FEMP webinars being held on September 26, 2018: Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract and Resources for Better Air Management in Data Centers. See the Events section below and visit the links for more information.
✔ 2018 Energy Exchange reminders:
- Take the quizzes for the sessions you attended on Whole Building Design Guide to obtain CEUs. Attendees will need to log in to your account or register for an account if you don't already have one. Quizzes are available until the deadline of October 31, 2018.
- Take the post-event survey.
- Session presentations are now available to view online. Visit the Training Schedule page, scroll down to the 2018 Technical Training Schedule, and select a session to access available presentations.
✔ Check out FEMP’s new fact sheet on highlights of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-530-01, Interior and Exterior Lighting Systems and Controls, which covers most lighting applications at U.S. Department of Defense facilities. The fact sheet highlights key elements of the criteria focused on interior lighting and supplements some information for clarity.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Announces Winners of the 2018 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
FEMP congratulates the winners of the 2018 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards! FEMP holds its annual Awards competition to recognize federal employees and organizations, along with their private sector partners, for developing and implementing outstanding projects and programs related to energy and water cost savings, optimized energy and water use, and the use of advanced and distributed energy technologies at federal facilities. Read about the winners and their accomplishments on FEMP's website.
FEMP Recognizes Agency Champions at the 2018 FEDS Spotlight
FEMP's second annual FEDS Spotlight recognition program was presented at the 2018 Energy Exchange on August 22, where winners were honored by DOE, along with senior leaders and colleagues from across the federal government. These federal champions are working hard to implement exceptional projects and programs that help their agencies achieve their missions and meet energy, water, and fleet management goals. The FEDS Spotlight ceremony celebrated the achievements of the winners, who were selected by their own agencies to receive this recognition. Read more about the winners and their accomplishments on FEMP's website.
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools, including software, data sets, and databases, to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- Investment Grade Audit Tool: Download this tool used by energy service companies during the energy savings performance contract ENABLE process.
- Using Metered Data to Improve Energy and Water Efficiency: Federal buildings are required to be metered; this often leaves agencies with a significant amount of collected data and uncertainty about the best way to utilize it. This training focuses on how to analyze meter-collected data for facility and system-wide decision-making support.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today!
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstration (Introductory)
Tuesday, September 18, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. EDT
Wednesday, October 17, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract
Wednesday, September 26, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. EDT
WEBINAR: Resources for Better Air Management in Data Centers
Wednesday, September 26, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. EDT
IN-PERSON: New Mexico Gas Company's Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership and Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Wednesday, October 17, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON: Hawaiian Electric Company's Federal/Utility Strategic Partnership and Utility Energy Service Contract Training
Wednesday, October 26, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
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The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Register now for the upcoming Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESC) Training for Utility Representatives webinar being held next Wednesday July 25! This UESC training is designed specifically for utility staff, providing useful tools to better serve federal customers.
✔ Visit the updated Center of Expertise (CoE) Small Data Center Page. Energy efficiency in small data centers is often overlooked. CoE's Small Data Center flowchart outlines the appropriate steps and actions that should be taken to improve energy efficiency in your small data center based on a variety of budgets. Plus, it provides plenty of free resources along the way.
✔ Plan and register for one or more of FEMP’s 14 pre-conference workshops happening on the Monday before the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018, August 20, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio.
FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP Releases New Energy Savings Performance Contract Energy Sales Agreement RFP Template
FEMP recently added an editable request for proposals (RFP) template to the Energy Savings Performance Contract Energy Sales Agreement (ESPC ESA) Toolkit. This new template saves agencies time by providing standard RFP language with prompts for entering project-specific details. Download the RFP template from the ESPC ESA Toolkit.
ESPC ESAs are a project structure that allow federal agencies to utilize the ESPC long-term multiyear contracting authority to implement cost-saving renewable energy conservation measures. The ESPC ESA Toolkit provides federal agency contracting officers and other acquisition team members with information that will facilitate the timely execution of ESPC ESA projects.
Get the Most out of Your 2018 Energy Exchange Experience!
Make sure you review FEMP’s checklist to ensure you get the most out of your Energy Exchange experience! For 2018, attendees will have access to more than 500 expert speakers from the private and public sectors through more than 200 training sessions across 6 compelling focus areas. Plan out your schedule and event experience with these helpful reminders! Check back to this site as we’ll keep adding more items through August 21st!
Featured FEMP Tools and Training
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free on-demand training sessions and tools including software, data sets, and databases to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts? Each month, FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- ESCO Selector: This tool helps agencies create a notice of opportunity that complies with federal requirements, producing a standard template in Word format that is editable and easily tailored as needed.
- Water Project Screening Tool: This Excel-based tool helps federal sites identify a comprehensive suite of water efficiency projects, especially targeted at energy savings performance contracts and utility energy service contracts.
- Plug-In Electric Vehicle Overview for Drivers: This on-demand training course presents clear answers to common questions about plug-in electric vehicles, including the different types of vehicles, safety, battery range, charging, and maintenance.
Access FEMP’s Training Search and full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today!
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstrations
Tuesday, July 24, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT (Advanced, covering M&V module and Analysis & Reporting features)
WEBINAR: Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
Wednesday, July 25, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. EDT
IN-PERSON EVENT: Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018
August 21-23, 2018
Cleveland, Ohio
Interested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
The FEMP Digest provides a roundup of the latest offerings, news, and events available from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Click the links below to learn more.
To view previous FEMP Digests, visit the Archived Digest webpage on the FEMP website.
Act Now!
✔ Plan and register for one or more of FEMP’s 15 pre-conference workshops happening on the Monday before the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018, August 20, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio.
- Review all of the details for FEMP’s 15 pre-conference workshops and REGISTER separately for these workshops on FEMP’s training site today, offered at no additional cost to attendees.
- Don’t forget! Early Bird registration ends on June 15, 2018 for the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018! REGISTER TODAY.
✔ Check out FEMP's new fact sheet on Cyber Security for Lighting Systems:
- Focuses on the cyber threats unique to lighting control systems in buildings.
- Helps facility managers identify the types of lighting control systems that may introduce cyber security risks.
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FEMP Focus
See what we are featuring from FEMP this month! Click on the links below to find out more about these FEMP updates.
FEMP ENABLE Assists with Natural Disaster Recovery and Resilience
With hurricane and forest fire seasons starting this month, many federal facilities are vulnerable to natural disasters such as hurricanes, flooding, and fire hazards. FEMP programs such as ENABLE can assist in disaster preparedness and recovery from such events, providing turnkey design/installation/financing services with short implementation periods (as little as six months from start to award). Visit the ENABLE webpage for more information and how to get a project started.
Energy Exchange | Better Buildings 2018 Training Sessions Now Available!
Visit the 2018 Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit website to see newly posted session titles, descriptions, and speakers! Through this interactive training agenda webpage, attendees can browse almost 200 accredited technical trainings, workshops, and panel discussions to plan their individual programs based on their subject matter interests, time, or date. Visit the webpage to develop your agenda.
FEMP Tools
Did you know that FEMP offers a range of free tools, including software, data sets, and databases to support federal agencies’ energy reduction efforts? Each month FEMP will spotlight a few of these resources that are available to all.
- eProject Builder: A web-based data management system for producing standardized project financial schedules, portfolio-level reports, and benchmarking.
- Facility Energy Decision System (FEDS) software: A Windows-based program for performing energy efficiency assessment screenings and energy retrofit project analyses across a wide variety of building types for maximizing life-cycle savings.
Access FEMP’s full catalog of tools.
Upcoming Events
Check out and register for upcoming online and in-person training events developed and offered by FEMP. Click on the links to find out more and register today!
WEBINAR: eProject Builder Demonstrations
Thursday, June 21, 2-3:30 p.m. EDT (Introductory) Wednesday, July 18, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT (Introductory) Tuesday, July 24, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT (Advanced, covering M&V module and Analysis & Reporting features)IN-PERSON EVENT: Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018
August 21-23, 2018
Cleveland, OhioInterested in more training events? View FEMP's Training Calendar to see all of FEMP’s scheduled webinar sessions and in-person trainings.
This service is provided to you at no charge by DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE). Visit the Web site at eere.energy.gov.U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy · 1000 Independence Ave., SW · Washington DC 20585
President Signs Executive Order 13834: Efficient Federal Operations
On May 17, 2018, President Trump signed Executive Order 13834 Efficient Federal Operations, which establishes streamlined goals for federal energy and water efficiency, high performance buildings, renewable energy consumption, purchasing, and other aspects of managing agency operations.
Through this Executive Order (E.O.), the Administration will drive continued action and focus on increasing efficiency of federal buildings and vehicles, improving environmental performance, and accomplishing these goals in a manner that reduces costs and supports agency missions.
Read the Executive Order 13834 and White House Fact Sheet on whitehouse.gov.
To review a comprehensive list of E.O. resources including relevant U.S. codes, public laws, guidance, and resources related to the implementation of the President’s Executive Order on Efficient Federal Operations, please visit resources developed by the White House Council of Environmental Quality Office of Federal Sustainability (OFS).
News
NASA Partners with FEMP to Launch Combined Heat and Power at Johnson Space Center
On May 15, 2018 Kathleen Hogan, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Energy Efficiency for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), joined leaders from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) at a ribbon cutting for the launch of a new combined heat and power (CHP) plant at Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, Texas. The plant will support JSC and its critical operations by generating approximately 70% of the center’s electricity requirements, reducing JSC’s energy intensity and energy costs while increasing security and reliability.
The project was developed through a partnership between NASA and DOE's Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). JSC utilized DOE’s indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) energy savings performance contract to award a $47 million contract to install the CHP plant and implement chilled water plant improvements. This is NASA’s first natural gas CHP project and their largest ESPC to date. NASA also received a $1 million Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies, or AFFECT, grant from FEMP for this project.
New Sustainable Purchasing Survey
The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP) Program is conducting a survey of federal purchasers. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 48 CFR Part 23.703 directs federal agencies to"(M)aximize the utilization of environmentally preferable products and services (based on EPA-issued guidance)." EPA issued Recommendations of Specifications, Standards, and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing to serve as this guidance. This survey aims to 1) understand the level of awareness and use of EPA’s recommendations and the marketplace standards and ecolabels therein, as well as 2) identify needs within the federal purchasing community to further advance EPP. This survey is designed to assess the impacts associated with EPA’s EPP implementation efforts; it is NOT intended to assess purchaser compliance with environmentally preferable purchasing mandates.
Take the survey, and please share with others in the federal community!
U.S. - China Energy Performance Contracting Initiative Announces 2018 Pilot Project Opportunity
The Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) Initiative aims to accelerate the EPC market in China and the United States by promoting high-profile pilot projects that employ multiple technologies and demonstrate deep energy savings, new financing models, the use of standard protocols, and other noteworthy concepts. To obtain experience in each respective market using innovative feasible business models, the EPC Initiative is now seeking applicants for its fourth year of pilot projects.
Pilot projects can be public infrastructure, public and commercial buildings, and industrial facilities located in the U.S. or China. All projects recognized should have both a Chinese and U.S. partner. Funding is not provided by either government, as the projects are intended to demonstrate replicable, self-sustaining models based on measured energy savings.
American companies are producing abundant and affordable energy efficiency solutions. This is a marketing opportunity to solidify your place as a world leader in energy efficiency and increase your organization’s visibility in one of the largest energy efficiency markets outside of the United States. The application deadline is August 3, 2018. Visit the EPC webpage for more information and to download the 2018 application criteria.
Upcoming Webcasts
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract
Live Webinar: June 13, 2018
This webinar is designed for federal procurement specialists and contracting officers to provide them with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the typical project process under the GSA Areawide Contract, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include a review of the contracting options for utility energy service contracts (UESCs), best practices associated with UESC procurement steps, and information on additional resources to help federal contracting officers and procurement specialists issue these task orders. Follow the link for more information and to register.
eProject Builder Demonstrations
Live Introductory and Advanced Webinars: June 21 and July 18, 2018
Live Advanced Webinar: July 24, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory will present demonstration sessions on eProject Builder (ePB), the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's IDIQ contracts. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking, and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
Introductory webinar:
- Thursday, June 21, 2-3:30 p.m. EDT
- Wednesday, July 18, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
Advanced webinar covering the M&V module and Analysis & Reporting features:
- Tuesday, July 24, 1-2:30 p.m. EDT
To participate, log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
In-Person Training and Events
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
June 18-20, 2018, San Francisco, California
The main objective for the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors.
The Federal "Data Center Optimization Initiative" Memorandum M-16-19 states that all federal data centers shall have at least one certified DCEP assigned to manage data center performance and continued optimization.
For more information about the training, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. The cost of tuition for the training is paid directly to the training organizations.
2018 National Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Forum
June 12, 2018
Washington, D.C.
The 2018 National Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Forum is a full day event and exposition preceding DOE's Annual Merit Review and Peer Evaluation Review. Attendees will hear from key policymakers, industry leaders, and senior government officials about the state of the industry, recent accomplishments, and future plans. The event will feature a government panel led by the DOE and including other agencies with hydrogen and fuel cell activities. The event is being held at the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center and is coordinated by the National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Energy Association. Registration is available here.
Energy Savings Performance Contracting Three-Day Training Workshop - Registration closes on June 5!
June 19-21, 2018
San Diego, California
This newly updated three-day workshop educates attendees on how to implement energy and water projects through an ESPC. It includes a module about including resiliency in your ESPC, as well as a basic introduction to and new requirements of the latest DOE IDIQ contract.
Training sections include task order ordering procedures, contractor selection, energy saving technologies, building energy resiliency into your task order, measurement and verification, understanding task order schedules, pricing and financing aspects of the project, and post award contract administration. Breakout sessions focusing on technical and contracting topics provide trainees with an opportunity to learn by doing.
Please follow the link to register for this workshop; registration will close on June 5. Registration is open to federal employees, DOE national labs, and state and local government employees. Others, such as DOE M&O contractors, may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018
August 21-23, 2018
Cleveland, Ohio
In 2018, DOE is bringing together the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit, creating the largest and most exciting DOE training, trade show, and peer event of the year. More than 3,000 thought leaders from the federal, private, education, and state and local government sectors will convene to accelerate the adoption of energy and water efficiency, integrated resilience, emerging and secure technologies, and replicable renewable energy solutions. The combined Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit will feature technical training sessions, interactive panels, and learning opportunities from public and private sector market leaders. For more information and to register, please visit the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit webpage.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on-demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management, and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
Air Force Issues Request for Information for Power Purchase Agreement
The U.S. Air Force has released a Request for Information (RFI), solicitation number W912DY-18-T-PPA1, to conduct market research and determine the feasibility of implementing various energy generation technologies to improve resilience at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) in New Jersey. The Air Force seeks to contract for a continuously available, non-interruptible primary power source for JB MDL. The contractor would develop, finance, design, build, own, operate, and maintain an off-site energy generation facility that will provide electric power via an offtake agreement (i.e. Power Purchase Agreement). For more information visit the Federal Business Opportunity website. RFI responses are due by June 1, 2018.
Register for the National Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Forum in Washington, D.C.
Taking place on Tuesday, June 12, the 2018 National Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Forum is a full day event and exposition preceding the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Annual Merit Review and Peer Evaluation Review. Attendees will hear from key policymakers, industry leaders, and senior government officials about the state of the industry, recent accomplishments, and future plans. The event will feature a government panel led by the DOE and including other agencies with hydrogen and fuel cell activities. The event is being held at the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center and is coordinated by the National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Energy Association. Registration is available here.
Upcoming Webcasts
Project Facilitator Fundamentals
Live Webinar: May 17, 2018
All energy savings performance contract (ESPC) projects for task orders under the Department of Energy's (DOE) indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) ESPC are to be done with a qualified project facilitator (PF) or PF teams that are approved by the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). Federal agencies have increased the use of their own in-house PFs. Therefore, FEMP has identified the need to train potential new PFs to ensure consistency in approach and facilitate workforce development in this area. This webinar will offer basic overviews of ESPC project management principles, the DOE IDIQ ESPC, and DOE's Project Development Resource Guide, which FEMP-approved PFs are expected to follow. Follow the link for more information and to register.
eProject Builder Demonstrations
Live Introductory Webinar: May 22, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder (ePB), the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's IDIQ contracts. The sessions are interactive with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking, and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Tuesday, May 22, 3:00-4:30 p.m. EDT
To participate in a session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Introduction to Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESCs)
Live Webinar: May 23, 2018
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects. The training is appropriate for federal facility/energy managers, procurement specialists, utility company representatives, and representatives from other interested organizations. Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to UESCs and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to support their UESC project efforts through FEMP and the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Areawide Contract Program. Follow the link for more information and to register.
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract
Live Webinar: June 13, 2018
This webinar is designed for federal procurement specialists and contracting officers to provide them with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the typical project process under the GSA Areawide Contract, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include a review of the contracting options for UESCs, best practices associated with UESC procurement steps, and information on additional resources to help federal contracting officers and procurement specialists issue these task orders. Follow the link for more information and to register.
In-Person Training
Energy Savings Performance Contracting Three-Day Training Workshop
June 19-21, 2018
San Diego, California
This newly updated three-day workshop educates attendees on how to implement energy and water projects through an ESPC. It includes a module about including resiliency in your ESPC, as well as a basic introduction to and new requirements of the latest DOE IDIQ contract.
Training sections include task order ordering procedures, contractor selection, energy saving technologies, building energy resiliency into your task order, measurement and verification, understanding task order schedules, pricing and financing aspects of the project, and post award contract administration. Breakout sessions focusing on technical and contracting topics provide trainees with an opportunity to learn by doing.
Please follow the link to register for this workshop. Registration is open to federal employees, DOE national labs, and state and local government employees. Others, such as DOE M&O contractors, may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018
August 21-23, 2018
Cleveland, Ohio
In 2018, DOE is bringing together the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit, creating the largest and most exciting DOE training, trade show, and peer event of the year. More than 3,000 thought leaders from the federal, private, education, and state and local government sectors will convene to accelerate the adoption of energy and water efficiency, integrated resilience, emerging and secure technologies, and replicable renewable energy solutions. The combined Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit will feature technical training sessions, interactive panels, and learning opportunities from public and private sector market leaders. For more information and to register, please visit the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit webpage.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on-demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management, and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
Register for the ESPC Three-day Training Workshop in San Diego, California
The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) will hold its newly updated energy savings performance contracting (ESPC) three-day training workshop on June 19-21 in San Diego, California. The workshop educates attendees on how to implement energy and water projects through an ESPC. It includes a module about including resiliency in your ESPC, as well as a basic introduction to and new requirements of the latest U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract.
Training sections include task order ordering procedures, contractor selection, energy saving technologies, building energy resiliency into your task order, measurement and verification, understanding task order schedules, pricing and financing aspects of the project, and post award contract administration. Breakout sessions focusing on technical and contracting topics provide trainees with an opportunity to learn by doing.
Please visit FEMP's website for more information and to register for the workshop. Registration is open to federal employees, DOE national labs, and state and local government employees. Others, such as DOE M&O contractors, may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
News
New Operations and Maintenance Savings Guide for ESPCs
FEMP recently released a new report, How to Determine and Verify Operating and Maintenance Savings in Energy Savings Performance Contracts. Operations and maintenance savings are a frequent phenomenon in energy savings performance contracts. Sometimes they are acknowledged and credited towards paying down these financed projects, and sometimes they are not. The guide suggests that, where legitimate, operations and maintenance as well as related repair and replacement savings should be credited in ESPCs’ financials, helping to augment project scopes and/or lower interest costs by shortening financing terms. Read the full report.
New FEMP Case Studies Map
FEMP offers case studies featuring federal agencies that have successfully implemented project financing options and energy- and water-efficient measures and technologies into their buildings and operations. The website features a new map that allows you to browse energy management case studies by U.S. location or sort them by agency, category, and type. Browse FEMP's case studies.
Upcoming Webcasts
eProject Builder Demonstrations
Live Introductory Webinar: May 22, 2018
*NEW* Live Advanced Webinar: May 9, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder (ePB), the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's IDIQ contracts. The sessions are interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking, and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Tuesday, May 22, 3:00-4:30 p.m. EDT
A new webinar is now offered quarterly, which will cover the ePB M&V module and Analysis & Reporting feature. The first session is scheduled for:
- Wednesday, May 9, 2:00-3:30 p.m. EDT
To participate in a session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Project Facilitator Fundamentals
Live Webinar: May 17, 2018
All ESPC projects for task orders under the DOE IDIQ ESPC are to be done with a qualified project facilitator (PF) or PF teams that are approved by FEMP. Federal agencies have increased the use of their own in-house PFs. Therefore, FEMP has identified the need to train potential new PFs to ensure consistency in approach and facilitate workforce development in this area. This webinar will offer basic overviews of ESPC project management principles, the DOE IDIQ ESPC, and DOE's Project Development Resource Guide, which FEMP-approved PFs are expected to follow. Follow the link for more information and to register.
Introduction to Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESCs)
Live Webinar: May 23, 2018
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects. The training is appropriate for federal facility/energy managers, procurement specialists, utility company representatives, and representatives from other interested organizations. Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to UESCs and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to support their UESC project efforts through FEMP and the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Areawide Contract Program. Follow the link for more information and to register.
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract
Live Webinar: June 13, 2018
This webinar is designed for federal procurement specialists and contracting officers, providing them with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the typical project process under the GSA Areawide Contract, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include a review of the contracting options for UESCs, best practices associated with UESC procurement steps, and information on additional resources to help federal contracting officers and procurement specialists issue these Task Orders. Follow the link for more information and to register.
More In-Person Events
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
May 9-11, 2018
San Francisco, California
The main objective for the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors.
The Federal "Data Center Optimization Initiative" (DCOI) Memorandum M-16-19 states that all federal data centers shall have at least one certified Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) assigned to manage data center performance and continued optimization.
For more information about the training, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. The cost of tuition for the training is paid directly to the training organizations.
Energy Exchange | Better Buildings Summit 2018
August 21-23, 2018
Cleveland, Ohio
In 2018, the Department of Energy (DOE) is bringing together the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit, creating the largest and most exciting DOE training, trade show, and peer event of the year. More than 3,000 thought leaders from the federal, private, education, and state and local government sectors will convene to accelerate the adoption of energy and water efficiency, integrated resilience, emerging and secure technologies, and replicable renewable energy solutions. The combined Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit will feature technical training sessions, interactive panels, and learning opportunities from public and private sector market leaders. For more information and to register, please visit the Energy Exchange | Better Buildings Summit webpage.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
Federal Energy Management Program
FEMP to Recognize Federal Energy Champions with FEDS Spotlight
The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) invites federal agencies to recognize employees who are working hard to implement exceptional projects and programs that help agencies achieve their missions and meet energy, water, and fleet management goals.
FEMP's FEDS Spotlight will recognize agency champions during the 2018 Energy Exchange, which will be held August 21-23, 2018, in Cleveland, Ohio. Posters will be on display during the event and an evening ceremony to recognize and celebrate the agency champions will be held on Wednesday, August 22.
Each participating agency is eligible to nominate up to three federal employees meeting one or more criteria described in the template guidance, which can be downloaded here. All nominations must be approved and submitted to FEMP through the agency's headquarters level point of contact by May 18, 2018.
Please visit FEMP's website for more information on the FEDS Spotlight.
News
Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers Provides Tools to Identify Efficiency Opportunities
Energy cost savings for your data center are only a few clicks away with the Center of Expertise's (CoE) Master List of Efficiency Actions and Data Center Profiling (DC Pro) Tool. The Master List includes a comprehensive list of recommended efficiency actions for data centers and also feeds into CoE's DC Pro tool. DC Pro estimates current and potential power usage effectiveness (PUE) and energy use distribution, and recommends tailored actions and next steps for improvement.
For additional data center tools and resources, visit the CoE website.
Call for Nominations for the 2018 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
Each year the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) sponsors the Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to honor outstanding federal agency achievements in energy, water, and fleet management. Please visit FEMP's Federal Awards webpage for more information and to download the 2018 Criteria and Guidelines document.
All nominations must be submitted through FEMP's Awards Nomination website by April 26, 2018. FEMP recommends consulting the Agency Coordinator for your parent agency to inquire about any internal agency deadlines that may apply to your nomination, potentially in advance of FEMP's deadline.
For more information visit FEMP's Federal Awards webpage or email FEMP Communications.
Upcoming Webcasts
Data Center Air Management Webinar
Live Webinar: April 12, 2018
This webinar will provide an overview of data center air management, review best practices, and identify approaches to detecting and correcting common air management problems. Air management in data centers is imperative, not only for improving energy efficiency, but also for managing the thermal environment. The end goal of air management is to save energy by supplying as little air as possible at the highest temperature possible without adversely affecting the thermal environment.
Click here to register, and for more information visit the Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers.
eProject Builder Demonstrations
Live Webinar: April 19, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking, and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Thursday, April 19th, 3-4:30 EDT
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
In-Person Events
Advanced Utility Energy Service Contracts Training
April 17-18, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
Used for small and large projects, a utility energy service contract (UESC) is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management and demand-reduction services. Federal sites benefit from UESCs by meeting federal mandates, resolving site-specific challenges such as replacing aging equipment with new more energy-efficient equipment, and reducing operating costs. This two-day training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams—from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples. Follow the link for more information and to register.
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Spring Seminar
April 19-20, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
Registration is open for the 2018 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. The early registration discount ends March 22! Hosted by FEMP and Tennessee Valley Authority, the FUPWG Seminar establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at FUPWG Seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives. For more information please visit the seminar webpage.
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
May 2-4, 2018
San Francisco, California
The main objective for the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors.
The Federal "Data Center Optimization Initiative" (DCOI) Memorandum M-16-19 states that all federal data centers shall have at least one certified Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) assigned to manage data center performance and continued optimization.
For more information about the training, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. The cost of tuition for the training is paid directly to the training organizations.
Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018
August 21-23, 2018
Cleveland, Ohio
In 2018, the Department of Energy (DOE) is bringing together the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit, creating the largest and most exciting DOE training, trade show, and peer event of the year. More than 3,000 thought leaders from the federal, private, education, and state and local government sectors will convene to accelerate the adoption of energy and water efficiency, integrated resilience, emerging and secure technologies, and replicable renewable energy solutions. The combined Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit will feature technical training sessions, interactive panels, and learning opportunities from public and private sector market leaders. For more information and to register, please visit the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit webpage.
Federal Energy Management Program
Energy and Homeland Security Departments Partner to Advance Federal Infrastructure Resilience
Leaders from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate in a strategic partnership to advance federal critical infrastructure resilience. The partnership will result in the development and implementation of a systematic approach to planning and deploying projects and measures that will help reduce DHS energy use while strengthening the resilience and security of their facilities.
The signing ceremony took place at DHS headquarter offices with Ms. Leslie Nicholls, Acting Director for DOE's Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, and Dr. Teresa Pohlman, DHS’ Executive Director, Sustainability and Environmental Programs in the Office of the Chief Readiness Support Officer.
Click here to read the full announcement.
News
Center of Expertise Energy Efficiency Toolkit for Data Centers Now Available
The new Energy Efficiency Toolkit for Data Centers provides guidance and a logical sequence for users to employ the Center of Expertise (CoE) tools in order to achieve energy efficiency in data centers. CoE tools can be used sequentially to move from a basic understanding of how energy is used in data centers to identifying opportunities and implementing best practices. Tools include an Energy Assessment Process Manual, Data Center Profiling Tools, Energy Assessment Worksheet, Air Management Tools, Power Chain Tools, Master List of Efficiency Actions, and Energy Assessment Report Template.
Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar - Early Registration Deadline Extended
The 2018 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar will be held Thursday and Friday, April 19-20 in Nashville, Tennessee. Hosted by FEMP and Tennessee Valley Authority, the FUPWG Seminar establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Additional details including the agenda can be found on the 2018 Spring FUPWG website.
FUPWG Seminar highlights include:
- Washington Update
- Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) Best Practices
- Agency Update - NASA
- DOD Update - Air Force
- UESC Case Studies
- Cybersecurity
- Metering
- Utility Risks and Mitigations Related to UESCs
- Edison Electric Institute Update
- Energy Resilience
- All are welcome to attend the Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Working Group Forum on Friday, April 20
FUPWG Registration
FUPWG registration is open. Please note that the discounted early registration deadline has been extended to March 22. The registration fee is $175 up to March 22 and increases to $215 after that date. It is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives and adhere to the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct.
Hotel Information
The Spring FUPWG Seminar will be held at the Sheraton Music City Hotel. The FUPWG Seminar rate is $170.00 (federal per diem rate) for both federal and non-federal attendees, and the hotel block will likely sell out prior to the March 26 cut-off date. Reserve today.
Advanced UESC Training – April 17-18
Advanced UESC training will be held in conjunction with the FUPWG Seminar on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 17-18. This two-day training will examine strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, and other federal employees. Register here for this workshop.
Call for Nominations for the 2018 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
Each year the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) sponsors the Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to honor outstanding federal agency achievements in energy, water, and fleet management. Please visit FEMP's Federal Awards webpage for more information and to download the 2018 Criteria and Guidelines document.
All nominations must be submitted into FEMP's Awards Nomination website by April 26, 2018. FEMP recommends consulting the Agency Coordinator for your parent agency to inquire about any internal agency deadlines that may apply to your nomination, potentially in advance of FEMP's deadline.
For more information visit FEMP's Federal Awards webpage or email FEMP Communications.
Upcoming Webcasts
eProject Builder Demonstrations
Live Webinar: March 20, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking, and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Tuesday, March 20, 2:00-3:30 pm EDT
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
In-Person Events
Advanced Utility Energy Service Contracts Training
April 17-18, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
Used for small and large projects, a utility energy service contract (UESC) is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management and demand-reduction services. Federal sites benefit from UESCs by meeting federal mandates, resolving site-specific challenges such as replacing aging equipment with new more energy-efficient equipment, and reducing operating costs. This two-day training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams—from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples. Follow the link for more information and to register.
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Spring Seminar
April 19-20, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
Registration is open for the 2018 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. The early registration discount ends March 22! Hosted by FEMP and Tennessee Valley Authority, the FUPWG Seminar establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at FUPWG Seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives. For more information please visit the seminar webpage.
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
May 2-4, 2018
San Francisco, California
The main objective for the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors.
The Federal "Data Center Optimization Initiative" (DCOI) Memorandum M-16-19 states that all federal data centers shall have at least one certified Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) assigned to manage data center performance and continued optimization.
For more information about the training, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. The cost of tuition for the training is paid directly to the training organizations.
Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018
August 21-23, 2018
Cleveland, Ohio
In 2018 the Department of Energy (DOE) is bringing together the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit, creating the largest and most exciting DOE training, trade show, and peer event of the year. More than 3,000 thought leaders from the federal, private, education, and state and local government sectors will convene to accelerate the adoption of energy/water efficiency, integrated resilience, emerging and secure technologies, and replicable renewable energy solutions. The combined Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit will feature technical training sessions, interactive panels, and learning opportunities from public and private sector market leaders. For more information and to register, please visit the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit webpage.
Register for the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit 2018!
In 2018 the Department of Energy (DOE) is bringing together the Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit in Cleveland, Ohio from August 21-23, creating the largest and most exciting DOE training, trade show, and peer event of the year.
More than 3,000 thought leaders from the federal, private, education, and state and local government sectors will convene to accelerate the adoption of energy/water efficiency, integrated resilience, emerging and secure technologies, and replicable renewable energy solutions. The combined Energy Exchange and Better Buildings Summit will feature technical training sessions, interactive panels, and learning opportunities from public and private sector market leaders.
Attendee Registration
Register now to attend the Energy Exchange | Better Buildings Summit 2018
Exhibitor Sign Up
No other event brings together more energy management specialists and suppliers. This year's new combined event offers greater opportunity across both the public and private sectors, and no other venue showcases as many new technologies and proven solutions. Become an exhibitor.
Hotels and Travel
Blocks of rooms have been reserved at 13 hotels near the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland. Rates are set at government per diem for public sector attendees, and are offered at reduced rates for government contractors and the private sector. Government per diem rates are extended only to those attendees with a valid government or national lab ID. Book Your Room.
For more information, please visit FEMP's Energy Exchange webpage.
News
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar Registration is Now Open
Registration is now open for the 2018 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. The early registration discounted fee of $175.00 ends March 19!
Hosted by FEMP and Tennessee Valley Authority, the FUPWG Seminar establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars.
FUPWG Seminar highlights include:
- Washington Update
- NASA Update
- DOD Update
- Cybersecurity
- Energy Resilience
- Utility Energy Service Contract Best Practices
- Utility Risks and Mitigations
- Metering
- Edison Electric Institute Update
- Utility Energy Service Contract Case Studies
- Two-day Advanced Utility Energy Service Contract Training – April 17-18
- All are welcome to attend the FUPWG Forum on Wednesday, April 18
- All are welcome to attend the Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Working Group Forum on Friday, April 20
Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at FUPWG Seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives.
For more information, including hotel reservation information and the agenda, please visit the seminar webpage.
Call for Nominations is Open for the 2018 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
Each year the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) sponsors the Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to honor outstanding federal agency achievements in energy, water, and fleet management. Please visit FEMP's Federal Awards webpage for more information and to download the 2018 Criteria and Guidelines document.
All nominations must be submitted into FEMP's Awards Nomination website by April 26, 2018. FEMP recommends consulting the Agency Coordinator for your parent agency to inquire about any internal agency deadlines that may apply to your nomination, potentially in advance of FEMP's deadline.
FEMP will offer two identical one-hour WebEx presentations that will provide an overview of the 2018 awards criteria and eligibility requirements, as well as tips on how to prepare nomination narratives. Register here for the Feburary 22 meeting at 1:30 pm EDT. Register here for the March 13 meeting at 2:00 pm EDT. If your organization cannot access WebEx, please contact Jennifer Landsman to discuss your participation.
For more information visit FEMP's Federal Awards webpage or email FEMP Communications.
Upcoming Webcasts
Live Webinar: February 21, 2018
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects. This training is appropriate for federal facility/energy managers, procurement specialists, utility company representatives, and representatives from other interested organizations. Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to UESCs and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to support their UESC project efforts through FEMP and the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Areawide Contract Program.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
eProject Builder Demonstrations
Live Webinars: February 23, 2018 and March 20, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking, and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Friday, February 23, 2:00-3:30 pm EST
- Tuesday, March 20, 2:00-3:30 pm EDT
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract Webinar
Live Webinar: March 13, 2018
This webinar is designed for federal procurement specialists and contracting officers. The goal of this training is to provide attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the typical project process under the GSA Areawide Contract, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include a review of the contracting options for UESCs, best practices associated with UESC procurement steps, and information on additional resources to help federal contracting officers and procurement specialists issue these Task Orders.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
In-Person Events
February 27, 2018
Washington, D.C.
On behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Wind Energy Technologies Office, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is hosting a Distributed Wind Workshop for federal agencies.
Distributed wind systems can produce electricity for on-site or local consumption. Close to 1 GW of distributed wind has been installed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands for homes, businesses; military sites; manufacturing plants; and local, state, and federal facilities.
This workshop is designed to educate federal agency stakeholders about distributed wind in general, its potential applications, the economics of wind projects, and how to deploy distributed wind at federal sites.
Please follow the link for more information and to register for this workshop.
March 6-8, 2018
Washington, D.C.
This newly updated three-day workshop educates attendees on how to implement energy and water projects through an ESPC. It includes a new module about including resiliency in your ESPC, as well as a basic introduction to and new requirements of the latest U.S. Department of Energy indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract.
Training sections include task order ordering procedures, contractor selection, energy saving technologies, building energy resiliency into your task order, measurement and verification, understanding task order schedules, pricing and financing aspects of the project, and post award contract administration. Breakout sessions focusing on technical and contracting topics provide trainees with an opportunity to learn by doing.
Please follow the link to register for this workshop. Registration is open to federal employees, DOE national labs, and state and local government employees. Others, such as DOE M&O contractors, may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Advanced Utility Energy Service Contracts Training
April 17-18, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
Used for small and large projects, a utility energy service contract (UESC) is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management and demand-reduction services. Federal sites benefit from UESCs by meeting federal mandates, resolving site-specific challenges such as replacing aging equipment with new more energy-efficient equipment, and reducing operating costs. This two-day training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams—from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples. Follow the link for more information and to register.
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Spring Seminar
April 19-20, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
Registration is now open for the 2018 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. The early registration discount ends March 19! Hosted by FEMP and Tennessee Valley Authority, the FUPWG Seminar establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at FUPWG Seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives. For more information please visit the seminar webpage.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
Save the Dates for the 2018 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
Thursday, April 19 and Friday, April 20, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee
The 2018 Spring Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar will be held Thursday, April 19 and Friday, April 20 in Nashville, Tennessee. Hosted by the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) and Tennessee Valley Authority, the FUPWG Seminar establishes partnerships and fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars.
FUPWG Seminar highlights include:
- Washington Update
- Utility Energy Service Contracts Best Practices
- Department of Defense Update
- Utility Energy Service Contracts Case Studies
- Two-day Advanced Utility Energy Service Contracts Training – April 17-18
- All are welcome to attend the FUPWG Forum on Wednesday, April 18
- All are welcome to attend the Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Working Group Forum on Friday, April 20
Please visit the FUPWG website for more details including hotel reservation information, which will be updated by January 17. A detailed agenda and the registration link will be posted in February.
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Cyber-securing Facility Related Control Systems Fact Sheet is Now Available on the FEMP Website
Federal facilities are increasingly equipped with control systems that use information technology to ensure the safety and comfort of occupants, enhance efficiency, lower facility costs, and optimize operations. These facility-related control systems are automated, networked, and connected to other information systems and, in some cases, to the internet. Increased connectivity requires diligence to secure these operational technology systems from cyber intrusions and attacks. FEMP, with support from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, recently developed a new fact sheet that describes some cyber security strategies applicable to federal facilities, gleaned from the experiences at several Department of Energy national laboratories.
Click here to read or download the fact sheet.
Upcoming Webcasts
eProject Builder Demonstration
Live Webinar: January 18, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Thursday, January 18, 2:00-3:30 EST
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
Live Webinar: January 31, 2018
This webinar covers UESCs, which allow utilities to provide their federal agencies with comprehensive energy and water efficiency improvements and demand-reduction services. To enter into a UESC, federal staff, as well as utility representatives, must understand the legal parameters, contracting requirements, financing options, and other aspects of these agreements. This training is designed specifically for utility staff so they have the tools needed to better serve their federal customers. Utilities not currently offering UESCs will learn the steps involved in starting a program as well as the resources available from FEMP to help them identify, connect, and partner with the federal facilities in their service territory.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Live Webinar: February 8, 2018
FEMP's Just in Time webinar series features experienced energy savings performance contract (ESPC) team members in a live question-and-answer period following a live or prerecorded webinar. Session 4 is intended for agency ESPC acquisition teams or individuals who are responsible for transitioning agency resources into the contract administration phase of the project after task order award. The webinar will focus on best practices for common issues during the implementation/construction period.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Live Webinar: February 21, 2018
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects. This training is appropriate for federal facility/energy managers, procurement specialists, utility company representatives, and representatives from other interested organizations. Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to UESCs and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to support their UESC project efforts through FEMP and the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Areawide Contract Program.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract Webinar
Live Webinar: March 13, 2018
This webinar is designed for federal procurement specialists and contracting officers. The goal of this training is to provide attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the typical project process under the GSA Areawide Contract, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include a review of the contracting options for UESCs, best practices associated with UESC procurement steps, and information on additional resources to help federal contracting officers and procurement specialists issue these Task Orders.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
In-Person Events
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
January 17-19, 2018
San Francisco, California
The main objective for the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors.
The Federal "Data Center Optimization Initiative" (DCOI) Memorandum M-16-19 states that all federal data centers shall have at least one certified Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) assigned to manage data center performance and continued optimization.
For more information about the training, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. The cost of tuition for the training is paid directly to the training organizations.
University of California Irvine Smart Labs Workshop
January 31, 2018
University of California Irvine (UCI)
Held in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Smart Labs Accelerator, this workshop offers participants the chance to experience firsthand the day-to-day operations of UCI’s Smart Labs Program.
Smart Labs is comprehensive in its approach to laboratory management. It goes beyond energy retrofits, consisting of the classification of buildings and lab space,understanding the effectiveness of dilution ventilation, tuning the systems, and ensuring the systems are functioning properly.
The workshop is intended for laboratory building owners and their teams (including facility operation staff, energy managers, safety managers, upper management staff, laboratory users and researchers, and engineers). UCI and its partners will cover what they have done, who does what, how they do it, and lay out a framework to adapt for your organization.
Please follow the link to register for this workshop.
January 30-February 1, 2018
Washington, D.C.
FedFleet 2018 will offer more than 40 unique training sessions for federal fleet managers at no cost to federal employees. Sessions topics taught by experts will cover both agency-owned and leased fleets and will include hands-on computer lab training. Attendees will have access to the Washington AutoShow exhibit hall, including FedFleet specific vendors. To register, visit www.gsa.gov/fedfleet.
March 6-8, 2018
Washington, D.C.
This newly updated three-day workshop educates attendees on how to implement energy and water projects through an ESPC. It includes a new module about including resiliency in your ESPC, as well as a basic introduction to and new requirements of the latest U.S. Department of Energy indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract.
Training sections include task order ordering procedures, contractor selection, energy saving technologies, building energy resiliency into your task order, measurement and verification, understanding task order schedules, pricing and financing aspects of the project, and post award contract administration. Breakout sessions focusing on technical and contracting topics provide trainees with an opportunity to learn by doing.
Please follow the link to register for this workshop. Registration is open to federal employees, DOE national labs, and state and local government employees. Others, such as DOE M&O contractors, may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
Upcoming Webcasts
Live Webinar: January 9, 2018
Data traffic has grown tremendously in recent years, with no signs of slowing. Close to half of all the servers handling that data live in data centers less than 5,000 square feet; however these smaller data centers are often overlooked when it comes to energy efficiency. There are compelling benefits for deploying energy saving strategies in small data centers for institutions, state and local governments, utilities, and private companies. Learn about why effective energy management is worth your attention in small data centers, and which low-cost, high-win strategies can reduce energy demand.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar, which is part of the Department of Energy's Better Buildings Webinar Series.
eProject Builder Demonstration
Live Webinar: January 18, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Thursday, January 18, 2:00-3:30 EST
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
Live Webinar: January 31, 2018
This webinar covers UESCs, which allow utilities to provide their federal agencies with comprehensive energy and water efficiency improvements and demand-reduction services. To enter into a UESC, federal staff, as well as utility representatives, must understand the legal parameters, contracting requirements, financing options, and other aspects of these agreements. This training is designed specifically for utility staff so they have the tools needed to better serve their federal customers. Utilities not currently offering UESCs will learn the steps involved in starting a program as well as the resources available from FEMP to help them identify, connect, and partner with the federal facilities in their service territory.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Live Webinar: February 8, 2018
FEMP's Just in Time webinar series features experienced energy savings performance contract (ESPC) team members in a live question-and-answer period following a live or prerecorded webinar. Session 4 is intended for agency ESPC acquisition teams or individuals who are responsible for transitioning agency resources into the contract administration phase of the project after task order award. The webinar will focus on best practices for common issues during the implementation/construction period.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Live Webinar: February 21, 2018
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects. This training is appropriate for federal facility/energy managers, procurement specialists, utility company representatives, and representatives from other interested organizations. Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to UESCs and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to support their UESC project efforts through FEMP and the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Areawide Contract Program.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract Webinar
Live Webinar: March 13, 2018
This webinar is designed for federal procurement specialists and contracting officers. The goal of this training is to provide attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the typical project process under the GSA Areawide Contract, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include a review of the contracting options for UESCs, best practices associated with UESC procurement steps, and information on additional resources to help federal contracting officers and procurement specialists issue these Task Orders.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
In-Person Events
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
January 17-19, 2018
San Francisco, California
The main objective for the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors.
The Federal "Data Center Optimization Initiative" (DCOI) Memorandum M-16-19 states that all federal data centers shall have at least one certified Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) assigned to manage data center performance and continued optimization.
For more information about the training, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. The cost of tuition for the training is paid directly to the training organizations.
University of California Irvine Smart Labs Workshop
January 31, 2018
University of California Irvine (UCI)
Held in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Smart Labs Accelerator, this workshop offers participants the chance to experience firsthand the day-to-day operations of UCI’s Smart Labs Program.
Smart Labs is comprehensive in its approach to laboratory management. It goes beyond energy retrofits, consisting of the classification of buildings and lab space,understanding the effectiveness of dilution ventilation, tuning the systems, and ensuring the systems are functioning properly.
The workshop is intended for laboratory building owners and their teams (including facility operation staff, energy managers, safety managers, upper management staff, laboratory users and researchers, and engineers). UCI and its partners will cover what they have done, who does what, how they do it, and lay out a framework to adapt for your organization.
Please follow the link to register for this workshop.
January 30-February 1, 2018
Washington, D.C.
FedFleet 2018 will offer more than 40 unique training sessions for federal fleet managers at no cost to federal employees. Sessions topics taught by experts will cover both agency-owned and leased fleets and will include hands-on computer lab training. Attendees will have access to the Washington AutoShow exhibit hall, including FedFleet specific vendors. To register, visit www.gsa.gov/fedfleet.
March 6-8, 2018
Washington, D.C.
This newly updated three-day workshop educates attendees on how to implement energy and water projects through an ESPC. It includes a new module about including resiliency in your ESPC, as well as a basic introduction to and new requirements of the latest U.S. Department of Energy indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract.
Training sections include task order ordering procedures, contractor selection, energy saving technologies, building energy resiliency into your task order, measurement and verification, understanding task order schedules, pricing and financing aspects of the project, and post award contract administration. Breakout sessions focusing on technical and contracting topics provide trainees with an opportunity to learn by doing.
Please follow the link to register for this workshop. Registration is open to federal employees, DOE national labs, and state and local government employees. Others, such as DOE M&O contractors, may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
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Upcoming Webcasts
eProject Builder Demonstration
Live Webinars: December 13, 2017 and January 18, 2018
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Wednesday, December 13, 2:00-3:30 EST
- Thursday, January 18, 2:00-3:30 EST
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract Webinar
Live Webinars: December 13, 2017 and March 13, 2018
The Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract Webinar is designed for federal procurement specialists and contracting officers. The goal of this training is to provide attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the typical project process under the GSA Areawide Contract, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include a review of the contracting options for UESCs, best practices associated with UESC procurement steps, and information on additional resources to help federal contracting officers and procurement specialists issue these Task Orders.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Live Webinar: January 9, 2018
Data traffic has grown tremendously in recent years, with no signs of slowing. Close to half of all the servers handling that data live in data centers less than 5,000 square feet; however these smaller data centers are often overlooked when it comes to energy efficiency. There are compelling benefits for deploying energy saving strategies in small data centers for institutions, state and local governments, utilities, and private companies. Learn about why effective energy management is worth your attention in small data centers, and which low-cost, high-win strategies can reduce energy demand.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar, which is part of the Department of Energy's Better Buildings Webinar Series.
Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
Live Webinar: January 31, 2018
This webinar covers UESCs, which allow utilities to provide their federal agencies with comprehensive energy and water efficiency improvements and demand-reduction services. To enter into a UESC, federal staff, as well as utility representatives, must understand the legal parameters, contracting requirements, financing options, and other aspects of these agreements. This training is designed specifically for utility staff so they have the tools needed to better serve their federal customers. Utilities not currently offering UESCs will learn the steps involved in starting a program as well as the resources available from FEMP to help them identify, connect, and partner with the federal facilities in their service territory.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
Live Webinar: February 21, 2018
The Introduction to UESCs Webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects. This training is appropriate for federal facility/energy managers, procurement specialists, utility company representatives, and representatives from other interested organizations. Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to UESCs and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to support their UESC project efforts through FEMP and the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Areawide Contract Program.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar.
In-Person Events
January 30-February 1, 2018
Washington, D.C.
FedFleet 2018 will offer more than 40 unique training sessions for federal fleet managers at no cost to federal employees. Sessions topics taught by experts will cover both agency-owned and leased fleets and will include hands-on computer lab training. Attendees will have access to the Washington AutoShow exhibit hall, including FedFleet specific vendors. To register, visit www.gsa.gov/fedfleet.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
FEMP's 2017 Energy Action Month Poster is Available
Celebrate Energy Action Month this October with the Federal Energy Management Program's (FEMP) new poster that promotes energy optimization, storage, and security to strengthen the resiliency of federal facilities. Federal employees have a role in saving energy and water to help improve our nation's federal infrastructure. Visit FEMP's Energy Action Month webpage to download the poster and find resources to help raise awareness of energy- and water-saving possibilities at your agency, and explore FEMP's website for training, tools, and services that can help you achieve energy resiliency and maximize savings.
Registration is Now Open for the 2017 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
November 15-16, 2017
Ontario, California
Hosted by: Southern California Edison
Take advantage of this opportunity to fulfill federally mandated training requirements and expand your network at the 2017 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. FUPWG fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at FUPWG Seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives. More details are posted on the FUPWG website.
$175.00 – Register by October 25 to qualify for the discounted early registration fee
$225.00 – Registration fee after October 25
FUPWG Highlights:
- Washington Update
- UESC Best Practices
- Department of Defense Update
- VA Agency Update
- Energy Resilience
- Cybersecurity
- Utility Integrated Resource Planning
- UESC Case Studies
- New FUPWG Forum - see details below! (November 14)
- Two-day Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESC) Training (November 13-14)
- Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Forum (November 16)
FUPWG Location and Hotel Reservations
Doubletree Ontario Airport
222 N Vineyard Ave
Ontario, CA 91764
The hotel reservation cut-off date is Saturday October 14, 2017, and room availability is not guaranteed. If rooms are still available, reservations can be secured by clicking on the appropriate link below.
Non-government Rate: $169.00 Reservation link
Government Per-diem Rate: $92.00 Reservation link
To register or for more information, please visit the Fall Seminar web page.
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New FEMP Training Course on Renewable Energy On-Site Project Implementation
FEMP has released Renewable Energy On-Site Project Implementation Process, a new accredited, on-demand training course that introduces a five-phase process for implementing federal on-site renewable energy projects to meet agency goals. The course reviews current statutory and executive order renewable energy goals, introduces available procurement pathways, reviews best practices from successful federal projects, and provides up-to-date technical tools and resources to support project success.
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand federal requirements related to renewable energy and the pathways for meeting these requirements
- Apply the five-phase process for identifying and implementing renewable energy projects
- Identify available renewable energy procurement options
- Access FEMP services and tools to help evaluate and implement renewable energy projects.
FEMP training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers but are open to all individuals. Courses are hosted in partnership with the National Institute of Building Sciences' Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG).
Visit FEMP's webpage for more information, or register for the course through the WBDG.
For other free, self-paced training courses offered by FEMP, visit the FEMP Training Search.
New Publications Available on the FEMP Website
Best Practices Document for ESPC Portfolio Review
The new Best Practices for ESPC Portfolio Review serves to highlight best practices for review of a portfolio of federal energy savings performance contract (ESPC) projects. The purpose of the report is to outline potential elements of a systematic approach to evaluating the performance of an agency’s ESPC portfolio as a whole, in addition to the performance of individual projects within the portfolio. Agencies may consider utilizing the approaches outlined within the report in combination with the agency’s determined policy for review of ESPC project portfolios. This report is a product of the Federal ESPC Steering Committee, which was formed to facilitate a coordinated discussion of the unique contract authority in order to share lessons learned and to identify barriers or obstacles and related solutions to the proper and expeditious execution of ESPCs.
Energy Savings Performance Contract Energy Sales Agreement Toolkit
The Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) Energy Sales Agreement (ESA) Toolkit is a great resource for federal agencies looking to utilize the ESPC long-term multiyear contracting authority to implement renewable energy conservation measures. Visit the Toolkit web page for links to the Toolkit itself, as well as editable templates for agencies to download and use, and visit the ESPC ESA web page for additional information on ESPC ESAs.
Federal Net Zero Handbooks
Three Federal Net Zero Handbooks are now available for new buildings, existing buildings, and campuses. The handbooks provide best practices for net zero energy, water, and waste planning. In 2015, DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) defined zero energy buildings in A Common Definition for Zero Energy Buildings. The Federal Net Zero Handbooks focus on applying the EERE definition and methodology to the federal sector for net zero energy, water, and waste planning and operations. These documents offer strategies that are in support of, but are not intended to replace, substitute, or modify, any statutory or regulatory requirements and mandates. Visit the new FEMP web page for net zero information and to download the handbooks.
Upcoming Webcasts
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract
Live Webinar September 19, 2017
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy- and water-savings projects. Participants will be walked through the typical project process, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include introducing participants to utility energy service contracting and help them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar training.
eProject Builder Demonstration
Live Webinars: September 26 and October 18, 2017
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that is required as part of DOE's indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking and reporting processes. The next available dates and times are:
- Tuesday September 26, 1:00-2:30 EDT
- Wednesday, October 18, 2:00-3:30 EDT
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Saving Energy in your Small Data Centers
Live Webinar September 28, 2017
This webinar features Steve Greenberg, a lead author of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s "Small Data Center Energy Savings Guide," who provides actionable guidance to save energy in small data centers (less than 5,000 square feet of computer floor). Small data centers are especially important because, while they house more than half of all servers (Shehabi et al 2016), they tend to have only fair energy management. This webinar is particularly relevant to federal data centers implementing the Office of Management and Budget’s Data Center Optimization Initiative (DCOI).
Please follow the link to register for this webinar training.
Live Webinar January 9, 2018
Data traffic has grown tremendously in recent years, with no signs of slowing. Close to half of all the servers handling that data live in data centers less than 5,000 square feet; however these smaller data centers are often overlooked when it comes to energy efficiency. There are compelling benefits for deploying energy saving strategies in small data centers for institutions, state and local governments, utilities, and private companies. Learn about why effective energy management is worth your attention in small data centers, and which low-cost, high-win strategies can reduce energy demand.
Please follow the link to register for this webinar, which is part of the Department of Energy's Better Buildings Webinar Series.
In-Person Events
Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training
October 2-4, 2017
San Francisco, California
The main objective for the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Program is to raise the standards of those involved in energy assessments of data centers. Training events, lasting one or three days, prepare attendees to perform accurate energy assessments of HVAC, electrical, and IT systems, including the use of software tools. The gained skills of identifying and evaluating energy efficiency opportunities in data centers are applicable across both the federal and private sectors.
The Federal "Data Center Optimization Initiative" (DCOI) Memorandum M-16-19 states that all federal data centers shall have at least one certified Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) assigned to manage data center performance and continued optimization.
For more information about the training, including tuition fees, please visit DOE’s Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers. The cost of tuition for the training is paid directly to the training organizations.
Advanced Utility Energy Service Contracts Training
November 13-14, 2017
Ontario, California
Used for small and large projects, a utility energy service contract (UESC) is a limited-source contract between a federal agency and serving utility for energy management and demand-reduction services. Federal sites benefit from UESCs by meeting federal mandates, resolving site-specific challenges such as replacing aging equipment with new more energy-efficient equipment, and reducing operating costs. This two-day training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams—from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples. Follow the link for more information and to register.
Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Fall Seminar
November 15-16, 2017
Ontario, California
Register now and take advantage of this opportunity to fulfill federally mandated training requirements and expand your network at the 2017 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. FUPWG fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies improve operations, upgrade infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at FUPWG Seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives. For more information please visit the seminar webpage.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on demand eTraining courses and webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings.
U.S.-China Energy Performance Contracting Pilot Call for Projects
EERE seeks to recognize clean energy companies who are leaders in energy performance contracting (EPC) in the U.S. and abroad. U.S. technology providers and energy service companies can nominate their EPC projects in the U.S. or China to be named one of the 2017 U.S.-China Energy Performance Contracting Pilot Projects. The deadline to apply is July 28. For more information and application visit the Joint Global Change Research Institute website.
EERE Small Business Success Story Featuring FEMP's ENABLE Program
Curious how FEMP is supporting both small business and federal agencies to reduce federal energy consumption through programs like energy savings performance contract (ESPC) ENABLE? Check out the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Small Business Program’s small business advocate success story featuring FEMP and Acting Director Leslie Nicholls.
Register Today for Energy Exchange 2017 and FEMP Pre-Event Workshops!
Don’t miss this important educational and networking forum for the federal energy management community! This year's Energy Exchange will feature 130+ training sessions in 15 tracks. Hear how leading professionals are leveraging resources and cutting costs at federal facilities and campuses, and explore technologies and services in the co-located trade show for modernizing, improving, and protecting federal assets.
FEMP will also be offering training opportunities for beginner and intermediate audiences on Monday, August 14, the day before the Energy Exchange. These in-depth sessions bring additional value to the Energy Exchange experience. Click on the session titles below for more information and to register for any of these nine workshops:
- Energy Savings Performance Contracting One-Day Workshop
- Make the Connection: Site Energy Drivers, Planning, and Team Building for Energy Resilience (Morning Session) and (Afternoon Session)
- Reduce Your Utility Bill: Demand Response and Site-Based Load Management Workshop
- ESPC ENABLE Training for ESCOs and Agencies
- Introduction to Energy Efficiency in Data Centers
- 2016 Guiding Principles: Updates, Guidance, and Solutions
- Creating Effective Organizational Change: A Five-Step Framework
- On-Site Renewable Energy Project Implementation Process
- Utility Energy Service Contract Executive Summary Training
For more information on the training tracks, costs, tradeshow, or to register, view our *new* video and visit the Energy Exchange website. Please note: to control event costs, the event is invitation-only for DOE-funded attendees.
New eTraining From FEMP: O&M for Optimal PV System Performance
This eTraining outlines the necessary steps for directing on-going or new operation of photovoltaic (PV) systems for the life of the project across a variety of system types, sizes, and environments. It is designed for personnel looking to plan and direct an operations and maintenance (O&M) program for a variety of PV systems. The course is part of FEMP’s four-course Solar Energy: Photovoltaics Certificate Series, which discusses solar PV fundamentals for both small- and large-scale applications and operations and maintenance best practices for small-scale systems.
FEMP eTraining is designed for federal energy and facility managers, but is open to all individuals. For more information and to register for courses, click here.
Building Life Cycle Cost Programs Annual Supplements Now Available
The National Institute of Standards and Technology's Building Life Cycle Cost (BLCC) Programs Annual Supplements to BLCC, the Energy Escalation Rate Calculator, and Handbook 135 are now publicly available on the FEMP BLCC website. These supplements provide computational support for the analysis of capital investments in buildings.
Upcoming Webcasts
eProject Builder Demonstrations
Live Webinar: July 18, 2017
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that will be required as part of DOE's next set of indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The session will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking and reporting processes. The next available date and time is:
- Tuesday July 18, 2:30-4:00 EDT
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "access code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260. If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
Live Webinar July 19, 2017
This webinar covers utility energy service contracts (UESCs), which allow utilities to provide federal agencies with comprehensive energy- and water-efficiency improvements and demand-reduction services. The training is designed specifically for utility staff so they have the tools they need to better serve their federal customers. Utilities not currently offering UESCs will learn the steps in starting a program and find out about resources available from FEMP to help them identify, connect, and partner with federal facilities in their service territories.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
Introduction to Utility Energy Service Contracts
Live Webinar August 23, 2017
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects. Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to utility energy service contracts (UESCs) and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to to support their UESC project efforts through the Federal Energy Management Program and the General Services Administration’s Areawide Contract Program.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
Conferences and In-Person Training Opportunities
August 15-17 - Tampa, FL
Federal personnel from across civilian agencies and the military along with the private sector will come together for 2-1/2 days of training sessions on building operations, energy security, and management in the federal sector. Continuing education units will be offered for the majority of the training sessions currently being planned.
For more information on the preliminary agenda, costs, hotel room blocks, the tradeshow, or how to register, visit the Energy Exchange website.
Please note: to control event costs, the event is invitation-only for DOE-funded attendees.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on demand eTraining courses and First Thursday webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP now offers ten distinct Certificate Series to supplement learners' on-site experience with the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Each series provides a set of related accredited courses that, when completed together, offer comprehensive instruction on timely topics and CEUs.
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings and Certificate Series.
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FEMP Digest For the week of October 3, 2016
Notice of Intent to Issue Funding Announcement "Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies 2017"
The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) intends to issue, on behalf of the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) titled “Assisting Federal Facilities with Energy Conservation Technologies (AFFECT) 2017” in November or December of 2016.
No FOA Applications will be accepted through this Notice.
The FOA will provide grants to federal agencies for projects in the following three topic areas: (1) Combined Heat and Power, (2) Renewable Energy, and (3) Energy Efficiency Deep Retrofits.
EERE plans to issue the FOA via the EERE Exchange website. If applicants wish to receive official notifications and information from EERE regarding this FOA, they should register in EERE Exchange. When the FOA is released, applications will be accepted only through EERE Exchange.
For more information and to view the full Notice of Intent, visit the AFFECT section of the FEMP website.
News
FEMP and the Fuel Cell Technology Office Announce Collaboration on New Training Modules
In commemoration of National Hydrogen Day, aptly chosen for the atomic weight of hydrogen (1.008), FEMP is partnering with DOE’s Fuel Cell Technologies Office (FCTO) to develop training modules, including safety and outreach modules, as part of FEMP’s training program. This collaboration will continue to grow FEMP’s diverse offerings of training courses and build on FCTO’s existing outreach efforts to various stakeholders.
Visit the FEMP training program webpage to learn more about how the Energy Department provides training to foster and maintain a high-performance workforce to construct, operate, and maintain facilities in an energy-efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective manner. For more information about the safety aspects of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, please visit the Hydrogen Tools Portal.
Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar - *Hotel Cutoff Date October 9th*
Take advantage of this opportunity to fulfill federally mandated training requirements and expand your network at the 2016 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar taking place November 2-3, 2016 in Bellevue, WA and hosted by Puget Sound Energy. FUPWG fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies meet their mandated energy goals. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at Working Group seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives.
For more information on the agenda, registration, and rates visit the FUPWG website.
Better Buildings and FEMP Launch Smart Labs Accelerator
The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings Initiative, along with the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP), recently launched the Better Buildings Smart Labs Accelerator to advance energy efficiency in laboratory buildings owned and operated by universities, corporations, national laboratories, hospitals, and federal agencies. Through the new Smart Labs Accelerator, partners will pursue ambitious energy-saving targets and strategies that will address key barriers to improving energy efficiency.
By joining the Smart Labs Accelerator, organizations are committing to improve the efficiency of their laboratories by 20% in 10 years, with 5% savings coming within 3 years through no- and low-cost measures. For the list of laboratories who have already signed on visit the Better Buildings Smart Labs Solution Center.
Read the the full Progress Alert or visit FEMP's Smart Lab Accelerator webpage for more information and how to become a partner.
Upcoming Webcasts
October 19, 2016
Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
This webinar covers UESCs, which allow utilities to provide their federal agencies with comprehensive energy and water efficiency improvements and demand-reduction services. To enter into a UESC, federal staff, as well as utility representatives, must understand the legal parameters, contracting requirements, financing options, and other aspects of these agreements. Needs assessments conducted with the target audience indicated that the utility staff felt they needed additional training to meet their responsibilities.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
October 25 and November 21, 2016
eProject Builder Demonstrations
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present two (identical) introduction/demonstration sessions on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that will be required as part of DOE's next set of indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will learn about the benefits of using ePB and get a walk-through of project data entry, tracking and reporting processes. The available dates and times are:
- Tuesday, October 25, 2-3:30pm EDT
- Monday, November 21, 2-3:30pm EST
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "participant code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260, access code 4952370 (same as the participant code). If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
October 27, 2016
Just in Time ESPC Webinars Session 3: Crossing the Finish Line to Award
This final webinar session of the Just In Time webinar series can help federal agencies to meet Presidential Performance Contracting Challenge (PPCC) milestones for evaluating proposals and negotiating and awarding high-quality, on-time ESPC task orders. The webinar features experienced ESPC team members in a live question and answer period following a live or pre-recorded webinar. The session is intended for individuals who are responsible for price proposal evaluation, contract negotiations, and award, and those who participate in management reviews and approvals.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
Conferences and In-Person Training Opportunities
October 19, 2016 - Baltimore, MD
This Interactive workshop will assist participants in moving beyond individual models of behavior change toward creating organizational change to achieve sustainability goals and maintain achievements over time. Our five-step framework for organizational change walks program designers through developing and implementing an action plan that is grounded in organizational change theory.
This $65 workshop is offered as a pre-conference event in conjunction with the Behavior, Energy, and Climate Change (BECC) conference, but conference registration is not required to attend the workshop. Workshop attendees may also elect to receive FEMP continuing education units.
Please click here to register for the workshop and e-mail SustainableFedOps@lbl.gov with any questions.
October 31 - November 1 - Bellevue, WA
This two-day Advanced UESC Training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples.
This course is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and there is no registration fee to attend. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of an online quiz following the workshop. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, and other federal employees. Attendees from private industry will be admitted as space allows – one per company.
Register here for the Advanced UESC Training.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on-demand eTraining courses and First Thursday webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP now offers ten distinct Certificate Series to supplement learners' on-site experience with the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Each series provides a set of related accredited courses that, when completed together, offer comprehensive instruction on timely topics and CEUs.
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings and Certificate Series.
Explore the FEMP News page to discover up to date news and developments at the Federal Energy Management Program.
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FEMP Digest For the week of September 26, 2016
FEMP Teams with Better Buildings to Launch Smart Labs Accelerator
FEMP Digest For the week of September 19, 2016
Register Today for the Final Just in Time ESPC Webinar Session
Crossing the Finish Line to Award
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) will present on October 27th at 1 p.m. EDT the final installment of the Just in Time Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) webinar series, Crossing the Finish Line to Award.
The webinar features experienced ESPC team members in a live question and answer period following a live or pre-recorded webinar.
This session of the Just In Time webinar series can help federal agencies to meet Presidential Performance Contracting Challenge (PPCC) milestones for evaluating proposals and negotiating and awarding high-quality, on-time ESPC task orders.
The session is intended for individuals who are responsible for price proposal evaluation, contract negotiations, and award, and those who participate in management reviews and approvals.
This training addresses the review of the revised proposal, including financing and pricing, through final negotiations. The presentations stress facilitating timely award of the task order by taking a proactive approach to identifying and meeting the needs of task order approvers and endorsers. The final session is intended to teach agency ESPC acquisition teams the best practices for:
- Reviewing Financial Schedules in the ESCO’s Price Proposal
- Reviewing and Evaluating Pricing and Financing
- Getting to a Revised Proposal – Negotiating to Yes
- Awarding the Task Order
Click here for more information or to register for this course.
News
Workshop Registration Now Open for Creating Effective Organizational Change: A 5-step Framework for Incorporating Sustainability into Organizations
Members of the FEMP-funded multi-lab Institutional Change Team will lead a three-hour interactive workshop on October 19, 2016. The workshop presents an organizational change framework and underlying tools that can be used to develop effective, persistent change in organizational processes and outcomes. Workshop participants will get a chance to apply the framework to real-world case studies and learn how to create customized action plans. Participants are encouraged to bring their own organizational change challenges to work through during the session.
This $65 workshop is offered as a pre-conference event in conjunction with the Behavior, Energy, and Climate Change (BECC) conference, but conference registration is not required to attend the workshop. Workshop attendees may also elect to receive FEMP continuing education units.
Please click here to register for the workshop and e-mail SustainableFedOps@lbl.gov with any questions.
New FEMP eTraining Now Available - Contracting for Efficiency
This course offers federal contracting officers a concise introduction to the process of procuring energy-efficient products and includes actionable guidance as it applies throughout the contracting process. During the course, participants will learn to identify the contracting requirements, select covered product categories, write solicitations and contracts, accurately verify the delivery of compliant products and services, and utilize FEMP and EPA’s ENERGY STAR resources.
After completing a course evaluation and multiple-choice assessment, participants will receive a certificate of completion and be eligible for continuing education units.
Click here for more information or to take this course. For other free, self-paced eTraining Core Courses offered by FEMP in association with the Whole Building Design Guide, visit the FEMP eTraining website.
Upcoming Webcasts
October 19, 2016
Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
This webinar covers utility energy service contracts (UESC), which allow utilities to provide their federal agencies with comprehensive energy and water efficiency improvements and demand-reduction services. To enter into a UESC, federal staff, as well as utility representatives, must understand the legal parameters, contracting requirements, financing options, and other aspects of these agreements. Needs assessments conducted with the target audience indicated that the utility staff felt they needed additional training to meet their responsibilities.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
October 25, 2016
eProject Builder Demonstration
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the energy savings performance contract (ESPC) project tracking and database system that will be required as part of DOE's next set of indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The session will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will be offered access to a test site to let them experiment with the system before making any decision about using it for actual projects.
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "participant code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260, access code 4952370 (same as the participant code). If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
Conferences and In-Person Training Opportunities
October 6th - Harrisonburg, VA
Manufacturing Impacts Through Energy and Commerce Bootcamps
DOE’s Clean Energy Manufacturing Initiative (CEMI) is hosting bootcamps in Atlanta, GA and Harrisonburg, VA coordinated through the Manufacturing Impacts Through Energy and Commerce (MITEC) program. The boot camps are designed to help small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in advanced energy sectors access DOE national lab capabilities and assets; learn about DOE programs targeting SMEs including the Small Business Vouchers pilot and the Small Business Innovation Research program; and how to specifically engage with two DOE national labs—the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) and Oak Ridge National Lab (ORNL).
Visit the CEMI website for more information about MITEC, the Georgia and Virginia bootcamps, and the pilot program, or email CleanEnergyManufacturings@ee.doe.gov.
October 31 - November 1 - Bellevue, WA
This two-day Advanced UESC Training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples.
This course is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and there is no registration fee to attend. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of an online quiz following the workshop. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, and other federal employees. Attendees from private industry will be admitted as space allows – one per company.
Register here for the Advanced UESC Training.
November 2-3 - Bellevue, WA
Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
Take advantage of this opportunity to fulfill federally mandated training requirements and expand your network at the 2016 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar taking place November 2-3, 2016 in Bellevue, WA and hosted by Puget Sound Energy. FUPWG fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies meet their mandated energy goals. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at Working Group seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives.
For more information on the agenda, registration, and rates visit the FUPWG website.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on-demand eTraining courses and First Thursday webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP now offers ten distinct Certificate Series to supplement learners' on-site experience with the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Each series provides a set of related accredited courses that, when completed together, offer comprehensive instruction on timely topics and CEUs.
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings and Certificate Series.
Explore the FEMP News page to discover up to date news and developments at the Federal Energy Management Program.
EERE Blog
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FEMP Digest For the week of August 29, 2016
New FEMP eTraining Course Available
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) presents its latest e-Training course, Contracting for Efficiency.
This course offers federal contracting officers a concise introduction to the process of procuring energy-efficient products and includes actionable guidance as it applies throughout the contracting process. During the course, participants will learn to identify the contracting requirements, select covered product categories, write solicitations and contracts, accurately verify the delivery of compliant products and services, and utilize FEMP and EPA’s ENERGY STAR resources.
After completing a course evaluation and multiple-choice assessment, participants will receive a certificate of completion and be eligible for continuing education units.
FEMP eTraining Courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but are open to all individuals. Courses are hosted in partnership with the National Institute of Building Sciences Whole Building Design Guide.
Click here for more information or to take this course. For other free, self-paced eTraining Core Courses offered by FEMP in association with the Whole Building Design Guide, visit the FEMP eTraining website.
News
Winner Announced for FEMP JUMP Call for Innovation
At the Energy Exchange 2016 earlier this month, FEMP and DOE's Building Technologies Office (BTO) announced the winner of the FEMP JUMP technology challenge to identify underutilized new or recently-commercialized building technology solutions. Retrofit Originality Incorporated was selected for their high efficiency dehumidification system (HEDS) proposal, which outlined a unique, innovative, and potentially impactful technology for both the federal and private sectors.
JUMP is a BTO-funded online crowdsourcing platform launched by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in 2015. JUMP stands for Join in the discussion, Unveil innovation, Motivate transformation, and Promote technology-to-market. FEMP partnered with BTO and ORNL to mobilize the community in search of technology solutions that could accelerate deployment of energy-efficient technologies in federal buildings.
For more details on the winner read the full news announcement.
Workshop Registration Now Open for Creating Effective Organizational Change: A 5-step Framework for Incorporating Sustainability into Organizations
Members of the FEMP-funded multi-lab Institutional Change Team will lead a three-hour interactive workshop on October 19, 2016. The workshop presents an organizational change framework and underlying tools that can be used to develop effective, persistent change in organizational processes and outcomes. Workshop participants will get a chance to apply the framework to real-world case studies and learn how to create customized action plans. Participants are encouraged to bring their own organizational change challenges to work through during the session.
This $65 workshop is offered as a pre-conference event in conjunction with the Behavior, Energy, and Climate Change (BECC) conference, but conference registration is not required to attend the workshop. Workshop attendees may also elect to receive FEMP continuing education units.
Please click here to register for the workshop and e-mail SustainableFedOps@lbl.gov with any questions.
Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
Take advantage of this opportunity to fulfill federally mandated training requirements and expand your network at the 2016 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar taking place November 2-3, 2016 in Bellevue, WA and hosted by Puget Sound Energy. FUPWG fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies meet their mandated energy goals. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at Working Group seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives.
For more information on the agenda, registration, and rates visit the FUPWG website.
Upcoming Webcasts
September 14 and October 25, 2016
eProject Builder Demonstration
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present two identical introduction/demonstration sessions on eProject Builder, the energy savings performance contract (ESPC) project tracking and database system that will be required as part of DOE's next set of indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will be offered access to a test site to let them experiment with the system before making any decision about using it for actual projects. The available dates and times are:
- Wednesday, September 14th, 1-2:30 EDT
- Tuesday, October 25th, 2-3:30 EDT
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "participant code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260, access code 4952370 (same as the participant code). If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail epb-support@lbl.gov.
September 20, 2016
Getting Data Center Energy Management Started with Profiler Tools
This webinar will explore the two “early stage” scoping tools available to help data centers estimate Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) without sub-metering. The Data Center Profiler (DC Pro) Tools, which include DC Pro and the simplified PUE Estimator, are free, web-based, and confidential. Differences between the tools, how to utilize their results, and a demonstration will be included.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
Conferences and In-Person Training Opportunities
September 14th - Detroit, MI
Manufacturing Impacts Through Energy and Commerce Bootcamp: Michigan
DOE’s Clean Energy Manufacturing Initiative (CEMI) is hosting a bootcamp in Detroit, MI, coordinated through the Manufacturing Impacts Through Energy and Commerce (MITEC) program. The boot camp is designed to help small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in advanced energy sectors access DOE national lab capabilities and assets; learn about DOE programs targeting SMEs including the Small Business Vouchers pilot and the Small Business Innovation Research program; and how to specifically engage with two DOE national labs—the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) and Oak Ridge National Lab (ORNL).
Visit the CEMI website for more information about MITEC, the Michigan bootcamp, and the pilot program including additional in-state bootcamp dates and locations, or email CleanEnergyManufacturings@ee.doe.gov.
October 31 - November 1 - Bellevue, WA
This two-day Advanced UESC Training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples.
This course is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and there is no registration fee to attend. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of an online quiz following the workshop. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, and other federal employees. Attendees from private industry will be admitted as space allows – one per company.
Register here for the Advanced UESC Training.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on-demand eTraining courses and First Thursday webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP now offers ten distinct Certificate Series to supplement learners' on-site experience with the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Each series provides a set of related accredited courses that, when completed together, offer comprehensive instruction on timely topics and CEUs.
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings and Certificate Series.
Explore the FEMP News page to discover up to date news and developments at the Federal Energy Management Program.
EERE Blog
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2016 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
Mark Your Calendar Now!
Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group Seminar
November 2-3, 2016
Bellevue, WA
Hosted by: Puget Sound Energy
Take advantage of this opportunity to fulfill federally mandated training requirements and expand your network at the 2016 Fall Federal Utility Partnership Working Group (FUPWG) Seminar. FUPWG fosters communication between federal agencies, specific sites, and utilities to implement cost-effective energy efficiency and water conservation projects to help agencies meet their mandated energy goals. Please note that the FUPWG Meeting Code of Conduct prohibits the use of aggressive sales techniques by attendees at Working Group seminars, and it is recommended that companies limit attendance to three representatives.
FUPWG Highlights:
- Washington Update
- Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) Best Practices
- Puget Sound Energy Update
- Case Studies
- DOD Update
- Two-day UESC Training (October 31 – November 1)
- Energy Lawyers and Contracting Officers Working Group Meeting (November 3)
Sign-up Information
$165.00 – Registration Fee
Registration opens in late August.
FUPWG Location
Seattle Marriott Bellevue
200 110th Avenue, NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
Industry Rate: $259.00
Book your group rate for Puget Sound Energy Meeting Non Per Diem Attendees
Government Per-diem Rate: $157.00
Book your group rate for Puget Sound Energy Meeting Per Diem Attendees
For more information please visit the FUPWG website.
News
FEMP ESPC ENABLE - A Streamlined Energy Reduction Solution Ideal for Meeting Your Small Business Goals
The Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) developed the Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) ENABLE program to assist federal agencies in meeting annually accruing federal energy reduction targets. Projects range from around $500,000 to $5 million with no facility size restrictions.
Two BIG reasons to know about this program:
- Streamline your procurement process for SMALL federal projects when installing targeted energy conservations measures (ECMs) in six months or less.
- Meet your department’s small business goals through leveraging highly qualified small business firms found on the ENABLE schedule.
For more information, visit the ESPC ENABLE program overview and briefing, or reach out to FEMP/ENABLE Program Manager Ira Birnbaum or DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Small Business Program Manager Lani Macrae.
Army Surpasses $1 Billion PPCC Milestone with UESC Contract at Anniston Army Depot
In less than five years, the Army has engaged in 127 energy-saving projects with the private sector that now exceed $1 billion in investments. This announcement was made last week by Secretary of the Army Eric Fanning at FEMP's Energy Exchange training event in Providence, Rhode Island.
These projects were undertaken in response to President Obama’s Performance Contracting Challenge, which called on all federal agencies to partner with energy service companies and utilities to execute $4 billion in energy saving projects by the end of 2016. "The Army's projects alone represent 33 percent of all the federal government's current contributions to meeting the President's goal," Fanning said.
The Army has been pursuing utility energy service contracts since 1992. In 25 years, the Army has initiated 382 projects at 48 installations, saving 4.4 trillion British Thermal Units of energy annually. Under the contract at Anniston Army Depot, Alabama Power is providing $20.8 million to fund new high-efficiency chillers, a new compressed air plant, and new heating systems at the installation, along with other initiatives that include high-efficiency lighting, a water conservation project, new ventilation fans, and decentralization of the depot's steam system.
Read the full Army press release.
Energy Efficient Product Procurement Updates Are Available on FEMP's Website
Federal agencies are required to purchase energy-efficient products. To help buyers meet these requirements, FEMP maintains acquisition guidance product categories, covered by various efficiency programs. In August 2016 the following product categories were updated:
- Boilers (commercial)
- Boilers (residential)
- Electric storage water heaters (residential)
- Gas storage water heaters (residential)
- Gas water heaters (commercial)
- Light commercial heating and cooling equipment
- Solar water heaters (residential)
- Whole-home gas tankless water heaters (residential)
Visit FEMP's website for the full list of products within these categories, and contact Saralyn Bunch, U.S. Department of Energy, or Christopher Payne, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, for additional information or assistance.
Upcoming Webcasts
September 1, 2016
Placing UESC Task Orders under the GSA Areawide Contract
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost effective energy- and water-savings projects. Participants will be walked through the typical project process, from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. Highlights include introducing participants to utility energy service contracting and help them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
Conferences and In-Person Training Opportunities
October 31 - November 1 - Bellevue, WA
This two-day Advanced UESC Training examines strategies and methods used by experienced contracting officers and their technical teams from project development to contract award and post-acceptance. Attendees will work through exercises designed to develop a project using templates and samples.
This course is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and there is no registration fee to attend. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of an online quiz following the workshop. Priority registration will be given to contracting officers, contracting specialists, and other federal employees. Attendees from private industry will be admitted as space allows – one per company.
Register here for the Advanced UESC Training.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on-demand eTraining courses and First Thursday webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP now offers ten distinct Certificate Series to supplement learners' on-site experience with the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Each series provides a set of related accredited courses that, when completed together, offer comprehensive instruction on timely topics and CEUs.
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings and Certificate Series.
Explore the FEMP News page to discover up to date news and developments at the Federal Energy Management Program.
EERE Blog
The EERE Blog highlights interesting and exciting news and updates for energy professionals.
EERE News
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FEMP Digest For the week of July 4, 2016
New First Thursday Update
The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) will present a new First Thursday Update webinar on August 4, 2016 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Fiscal Year 2015 Government Performance Toward Energy and Sustainability Goals.
This First Thursday Update will provide a current assessment of progress made towards federal energy/water management and greenhouse gas reduction requirements. The session will include the most up-to-date discussion of overall government and individual agency performance as related to federal facility and fleet management and greenhouse gas emissions reduction.
The webinar will present key findings for FY 2015 reported by agencies to FEMP in their annual energy and greenhouse gas data reports, including:
- Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emission reductions,
- Facility energy intensity reductions,
- Renewables as a percentage of total electric energy,
- Agency performance contracting investments awarded, and
- Water intensity reductions.
FEMP First Thursday Updates are designed for federal energy and facility managers but are open to all individuals on the FEMP Training Search.
The 60-minute training is free of charge, but advanced registration is required to obtain an Internet URL for the presentation.
For more information, visit the FEMP Training page.
News
Three Federal Sites Recognized for Exemplary Performance by the Interior Lighting Campaign
Three federal sites participating in the Interior Lighting Campaign (ILC) recently won exemplary performance awards at the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) 2016 International Conference and Expo for their troffer lighting system upgrades. These sites, along with other ILC participants, documented upgrades to 650,000 troffers representing savings of 130 million annual kilowatt-hours or about $13.5 million. A presentation with details for all 13 award winners can be found here. Federal sites that received awards were:
Army Reserve – 9th Mission Support Command: Guam
- Exemplary Federal Government Sector Site
Army Reserve 99th Regional Support Command: T/Sgt Vernon McGarity Army Reserve Center
- Exemplary Federal Government Sector Site
U.S. General Services Administration: New Carrollton Federal Building and Byron Rodgers Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse
- Highest Absolute Annual Savings for Troffer Lighting Retrofits - Large Project
- Highest Percentage of Annual Savings for Troffer Lighting Retrofits - Large Project
- Best Use of Lighting Controls in a Single Building
FEMP encourages federal sites to pursue high efficiency interior lighting upgrades. Join the Interior Lighting Campaign and help us highlight completed or planned federal projects that involve high efficiency troffer lighting and associated lighting controls. Free technical assistance is available to federal sites. Contact Linda Sandahl for more information.
Invitation to GreenGov Fleet Electrification Dialogue on July 11th
In collaboration with George Washington University, the White House Council on Environmental Quality will host a GreenGov Dialogue on Monday, July 11, 2016. The dialogue will focus on federal sustainability efforts in fleet electrification and will feature speakers from across the government, industry, NGO and academia sectors. This event will be an opportunity to gain insight into the current state of vehicle electrification infrastructure growth, and a chance to learn best practices from public and private organizations who are leading the way with this energy efficient fleet option. Register for the event here.
Upcoming Webcasts
July 13, 2016
eProject Builder Demonstration
FEMP and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) will present an introduction/demonstration session on eProject Builder, the ESPC project tracking and database system that will be required as part of DOE next set of Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The sessions will be interactive, with both a call-in phone line and webinar portion. While all are welcome, the training will be particularly valuable for energy service companies and federal representatives involved in projects that have chosen the energy service company (ESCO) and are in preliminary assessment or investment grade audit stage of their projects. Participants will be offered access to a test site to let them experiment with the system before making any decision about using it for actual projects.
To participate in the session, you will need to log in to www.readytalk.com with "participant code" 4952370 shortly before the start of the webinar. The call-in line is 866-740-1260, access code 4952370 (same as the participant code). If you would like further information on the sessions or to receive a calendar invitation, please e-mail LBNL's Estuart@lbl.gov.
June 20, 2016
Utility Energy Service Contracts Training for Utility Representatives
This webinar covers utility energy service contracts (UESC), which allow utilities to provide their federal agencies with comprehensive energy and water efficiency improvements and demand-reduction services. To enter into a UESC, federal staff, as well as utility representatives, must understand the legal parameters, contracting requirements, financing options, and other aspects of these agreements. Needs assessments conducted with the target audience indicated that the utility staff felt they needed additional training to meet their responsibilities. This webinar will serve to help meet that perceived need.
Another goal for this training is to encourage utility companies that do not currently offer UESC services to offer them, thus providing more alternative financing options for federal facilities currently served by utilities that don’t offer UESCs.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
July 28, 2016
Data Center Metering and Power Usage Effectiveness
This webinar will cover material from the Data Center Metering and Resource Guide, including how to diagnose data center type, necessary metering, and how to calculate power usage effectiveness (PUE). Strategies, resources, and tools will also be discussed to help attendees create robust data center metering infrastructure. Data center metering and PUE will be put into the context of the Executive Order (E.O.) 13693 requirements and the Better Buildings Challenge and Data Center Accelerator programs.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
August 3, 2016
Introduction to Utility Energy Service Contracts
This webinar provides attendees with an overview of the contracting options and services available from their local utility companies to engineer, finance, and install cost-effective energy and water savings projects.
Participants will walk through the steps of the typical project process from the audit phase to commissioning the equipment. The webinar introduces participants to utility energy service contracts (UESCs) and helps them determine if this alternative financing opportunity is right for them. It also provides them with information about a variety of no-cost resources available to them to support their UESC project efforts through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program and the General Services Administration’s area-wide contract program.
Please follow the link to register for this webcast training.
Conferences and In-Person Training Opportunities
August 9-11, Providence, RI
Mark your calendars for Energy Exchange 2016! From August 9-11 in Providence, Rhode Island, federal personnel from across civilian agencies and the military along with the private sector will come together for 2 1/2 days of training sessions on funding, designing, and operating energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in the federal government. Continuing education units will be offered for the majority of the training sessions currently being planned.
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Pre-Event Training Opportunities
FEMP will be offering six important training opportunities for beginner and intermediate audiences on Monday, August 8, the day before the Energy Exchange. These in-depth sessions bring additional value to the Energy Exchange experience. Click on the session titles below for more information and to register for any of these six workshops:
- Energy Savings Performance Contracting One-Day Workshop
- Tools for Campus Energy Management
- Utility Energy Service Contract Executive Overview
- Data Center Energy Efficiency Best Practices Workshop
- 2016 Guiding Principles: Updates, Guidance, and Solutions
- Federal Renewable Energy Workshop
For more information on the training tracks, costs, or the tradeshow and to register, visit the Energy Exchange website. Please note: to control event costs, the event is invitation-only for DOE-funded attendees.
On Demand eTraining
FEMP offers self-paced on-demand eTraining courses and First Thursday webinars to help federal agency personnel develop core competencies and comply with energy efficiency, renewable energy, water management and sustainability requirements. Certified FEMP trainings award continuing education units (CEUs).
FEMP now offers ten distinct Certificate Series to supplement learners' on-site experience with the convenience and flexibility of online learning. Each series provides a set of related accredited courses that, when completed together, offer comprehensive instruction on timely topics and CEUs.
FEMP Training courses are designed for federal energy and facility managers, but open to all individuals through the FEMP Training Search. Visit FEMP's Training site for a complete list of training offerings and Certificate Series.
Explore the FEMP News page to discover up to date news and developments at the Federal Energy Management Program.
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