State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources SERA U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY UPDATED OCTOBER 2011 WWW.EPA.GOV/STATELOCALCLIMATE State and Local Climate and Energy Program ------- 3 Introduction 4 Program Finder 5 Program Profiles POLICY, PLANNING, AND ENERGY SECURITY 5 State Climate and Energy Program 7 Local Climate and Energy Program 9 Heat Island Reduction Program 11 State and Local Energy Efficiency Action Network BUILDINGS 14 ENERGY STARฎ Products 15 ENERGY STAR for CommerciaVPublic Buildings 16 ENERGY STAR Residential-Existing Homes 19 ENERGY STAR Residential-New Homes INDUSTRY 23 ENERGY STAR for Industry ELECTRIC POWER AND RENEWABLE ENERGY 26 Combined Heat and Power Partnership 28 Green Power Partnership 30 Landfill Methane Outreach Program 32 AgSTAR SMART GROWTH 34 Office of Sustainable Communities WATER AND ADAPTATION 36 Climate Ready Estuaries 38 Climate Ready Water Utilities 40 WaterSense WASTE 42 WasteWise Communities 44 Responsible Appliance Disposal Program State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 2 ------- In 2011, state and local governments are facing the challenge of meeting growing energy and environ- mental needs with dwindling budgets. Investing in clean energy (energy efficiency, renewable energy, and combined heat and power) and climate poli- cies and programs continues to be one way for state and local governments to achieve multiple goals: improving air quality, saving money, improv- ing public health, and decreasing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has many programs and resources that can help state and local govern- ments as they work to sustain existing programs and to create new ones. This guide is designed to help state and local gov- ernments find EPA programs that can help them expand or develop their own clean energy and climate initiatives. The guide is an updated version of a 2009 guide geared toward helping state and local governments implement ARRA (the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act). EPA Program Profiles are organized into seven categories: policy, planning, and energy security; buildings; industry; electric power and renewable energy; smart growth; water and adaptation; and waste. Each program profile includes: Basic information and contact details Relevant target audiences Ready-to-go tools and resources Suggestions for actions a state or local govern- ment could take to use EPA's offerings The Program Finder table shows which programs could be used to reach nine relevant sectors and audiences: Government Industry Residential Commercial Utility/Program Administrators Public Education Real Estate Development Agricultural Getting Started Specific project area contact information is included in each program profile. If, after reading this guide, you have any questions about getting started, please contact the State and Local Climate and Energy Program at bollerud.erica(aepa.qov Please note: This document contains Internet addresses that were current when the document was produced, but addresses may change over time. If you discover a broken link, please notify Erica Bollerud at bollerud.erica@epa.gov so EPA can post a corrected version. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 3 ------- EPA Program (alphabetical order) AgSTAR (p. 32) Climate Ready Estuaries (p. 36) Climate Ready Water Utilities (p. 38) Combined Heat and Power Partnership (p. 26) ENERGY STAR for CommerciaVPublic Buildings (p. 16) ENERGY STAR for Industry (p. 23) ENERGY STAR Products (p. 14) ENERGY STAR Residential-Existing Homes (p. 19) ENERGY STAR Residential-New Homes (p. 21) Green Power Partnership (p. 28) Heat Island Reduction Program (p. 9) Landfill Methane Outreach Program (p. 30) Local Climate and Energy Program (p. 7) Office of Sustainable Communities (p. 34) Responsible Appliance Disposal Program (p. 44) State and Local Energy Efficiency Action Network (p. 11) State Climate and Energy Program (p. 5) WasteWise Communities (p. 42) WaterSense (p. 40) 1 p E 0) Relevant Sectors and Audiences 161 o3 T3 o c CJ D< 0 T, OJ 0 ฃ ฃฃ 'fe UJ piD < State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 4 ------- \ rogram Kronies Policy, Planning, and Energy Security State Climate and Energy Program Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Technical assistance Relevant Sectors / Government Website www.epa.gov/statelocalclimate Contact Denise Mulholland (202) 343-9274 mulholland.denise@epa.gov Description This program helps states develop policies and pro- grams that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower energy costs, improve air quality and public health, and help achieve economic development goals. EPA provides states with and advises them on proven, cost-effective best practices, peer exchange opportunities, and analytical tools. Services Specific assistance provided by the program includes: Identifying and documenting cost-effective policies and initiatives that promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, and related clean technologies. Measuring, evaluating, and communicating the environmental, energy, economic, and public health benefits of clean energy initiatives. Offering a suite of national voluntary programs that provide partners with assistance and rec- ognition for their clean energy actions. Fostering peer exchange opportunities for state officials to share information on best practices and innovative policies. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits State clean energy programs can improve air qual- ity and public health, increase cost-effective energy efficiency and renewable energy, reap economic benefits, and lower GHGs. Possible State and Local Actions Identify policies and programs that can save energy and reduce GHGs using EPA's tools and resources. Analyze projected policy and program impacts and associated co-benefits, including air, health, energy, and economic benefits. Communicate the multiple benefits of clean energy policies and programs. Evaluate, measure, and verify results once policies or programs are in place. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 5 ------- Develop an inventory of GHG emissions to establish a baseline and identify sectors or sources for targeted efforts. Tools/Resources Guidance Clean Energy-Environment Guide to Action: Policies, Best Practices, and Action Steps for States Presents 16 best practices that states have used to develop clean energy programs and policies Clean Energy Lead by Example Guide Provides guidance for states in establish- ing programs that achieve substantial energy cost savings within their own buildings and operations Assessing the Multiple Benefits of Clean Energy: A Resource for States Provides information about the energy, air, health, and economic benefits of clean energy and the methods and tools available includ- ing their strengths, limitations, and appropriate uses to estimate them State Activities Provides guidance, resources, and other sup- porting materials to assist states in develop- ing and implementing a state climate change mitigation strategy State Technical Forum Presents analytical questions to resolve key issues surrounding state climate and clean energy efforts. Participants include state energy, environmental, and utility staff. Papers and pre- sentations from past calls are available Tools State GHG Inventory and Projection Tool Generates a top-down estimate of GHG emis- sions at the U.S. state level Co-Benefits Risk Assessment (COBRA) Tool Estimates the impact of air quality improve- ments on public health GHG Equivalency Calculator Converts energy savings into carbon dioxide emissions and translates this information into readily understandable terms, such as equiva- lent gallons of gasoline or electricity from homes State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 6 ------- Local Climate and Energy Program Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Technical assistance Relevant Sectors / Government Website www.epa.gov/statelocalclimate Contact Andrea Denny (202)343-9268 dennv.andrea(aepa.qov Description This program helps local governments meet sus- tainability goals with cost-effective climate change and clean energy strategies. Services EPA coordinates among federal, state, and non- governmental programs to provide comprehensive planning, policy, technical, and analytical informa- tion resources for municipal governments. Key resources include: the Local Government Climate and Energy Strategy Series, which includes docu- ments on energy efficiency, transportation, com- munity planning and design, solid waste and materials management, and renewable energy; regular webcasts on topical issues; and the Climate Showcase Communities program. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits By implementing clean energy strategies, local gov- ernments can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve multiple community goals such as reducing air pollutants, lowering energy costs, sup- porting local economic development, and improv- ing public health, quality of life, and the reliability and security of their energy systems. Possible State and Local Actions Establish a baseline of energy use and emis- sions to identify the largest opportunities for reductions. Review and evaluate EPA's local best prac- tices information and Climate Showcase Communities projects and pick options that work for your community. Implement cost-effective practices within gov- ernment operations to lead by example. Engage your community through education cam- paigns, ordinances, and demonstration projects. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 7 ------- Tools/Resources Climate Showcase Communities This program works with 50 pilot communities to create replicable models of cost-effective and persistent greenhouse gas reductions that will catalyze broader local and tribal govern- ment actions to stabilize the climate and improve environmental, economic, health, and social conditions. Offers peer exchange, training, and technical support to pilot commu- nities, and shares their successes and lessons learned to encourage replication across the country. Local Government Climate and Energy Strategy Series Documents in this series provide a comprehen- sive, straightforward overview of various green- house gas emissions reduction strategies that local governments can employ. Documents are made available online as they are completed. Energy Efficiency Energy Efficiency in Local Government Operations (PDF) Energy Efficiency in K-12 Schools (PDF) Energy Efficiency in Affordable Housing (PDF) Energy-Efficient Product Procurement (PDF) Combined Heat and Power (PDF) Energy Efficiency in Water and Wastewater Facilities (in development) Transportation Transportation Control Measures (PDF) Community Planning and Design Smart Growth (PDF) Urban Heat Island Reduction (in development) Solid Waste and Materials Management Resource Conservation and Recovery (in development) Renewable Energy Green Power Procurement (PDF) On-Site Renewable Energy Generation (PDF) Landfill Gas to Energy (PDF) Local Climate and Energy Webcasts Webcasts discuss clean energy and climate- related topics of interest to local government officials; they are archived online for later viewing State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 8 ------- Heat Island Reduction Program Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Professional networking / Public recognition /Technical assistance / Outreach support Relevant Sectors / Commercial / Government / Industry / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators / Public / Education / Real Estate Development Website www.epa.gov/heatislands Contact Neelam R. Patel (202)343-9384 patel.neelam-r(aepa.qov Description This program helps create cooler communities and reduce the heat island effect by sharing information about heat island impacts, mitigation benefits, and policy advancements with state and local decision- makers and program implementers, the research community, industry, and the general public. Services This program helps communities by providing valu- able information about heat island science, impacts, and mitigation strategies. The program also provides tools and resources that support community action, including regular online news updates, webcasts with leading experts in the field, and regular email announcements on heat island topics. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Elevated temperatures from urban heat islands, particularly during the summer, can affect a com- munity's environment and quality of life. By taking action to cool summer temperatures, communities can reduce: State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 9 ------- Energy use, Energy bills, ฐ Greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, Number of respiratory and heat-related illnesses, and Quantity of stormwater runoff. Taking action to reduce the heat island effect not only helps lower temperatures, but can improve a community's resiliency by reducing health impacts during extreme heat events. Possible State and Local Actions Implement heat island reduction strategies that increase the use of: trees and vegetation, green roofs, cool reflective roofs, and cool pavements, in order to reduce air and surface temperatures. Integrate mitigation strategies into com- munities through voluntary efforts such as demonstration projects, incentive programs, weatherization, urban forestry efforts, outreach, education, and awards. Include mitigation strategies in local and state policy and regulatory actions such as procure- ment, resolutions, ordinances, action plans, community design guidelines, zoning codes, building standards and codes, and regional air quality planning. Tools/Resources Reducing Urban Heat Islands: Compendium of Strategies Describes the causes and impacts of sum- mertime urban heat islands and promotes key strategies for lowering temperatures. The last chapter explains the range of voluntary and policy efforts undertaken by state and local governments to mitigate urban heat islands Heat Island Community Action Database Provides examples of local and statewide initia- tives to reduce heat islands and achieve related energy, air quality, human health, and water quality benefits. Each entry in the database includes a description of the activity, its cur- rent status, and a link to a website for more information Heat Island Webcasts Webcasts showcase the latest science and implementation activities, and highlight upcoming meetings related to heat island sci- ence, modeling, and mitigation strategies Heat Island Listserv Provides periodic announcements of fund- ing opportunities, webcasts, publications, and events of interest to the heat island community State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 10 ------- SEE Action SEE Action (State and Local Energy Efficiency Action Network) Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits /Technical assistance Relevant Sectors / Commercial / Government / Industry / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators Website www.seeaction.enerqv.gov www.epa.gov/eeactionplan Contact Stacy Angel (202) 243-9606 angel.stacy@epa.gov Description The State and Local Energy Efficiency Action Network (SEE Action) is a federal-state-local effort to assist state and local governments in implement- ing energy efficiency policies and programs. SEE Action is currently working across eight issue- based working groups to remove barriers to and increase investment in energy efficiency. Working groups include existing commercial buildings, residential retrofits, industrial energy efficiency and combined heat and power, building energy codes, customer information and behavior, financing solu- tions, evaluation, and utility motivation. U.S. EPA partners with the U.S. Department of Energy on SEE Action activities, building upon the progress of the previous National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency (Action Plan). The Action Plan was a federally facilitated private-public initiative to create a sustainable, aggressive national commit- ment to energy efficiency through the collabora- tive efforts of gas and electric utilities, state utility regulators, and other partner organizations. Services SEE Action and the Action Plan offer several resources that are useful to state and local gov- ernments that want to advance energy efficiency, including a comprehensive set of policy and program guidance documents, and a summary of existing state-level policies for energy efficiency. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits These efforts help remove barriers to greater invest- ment in cost-effective energy efficiency. Achieving all cost-effective energy efficiency by the year 2025 State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 11 ------- could reduce national greenhouse gas emissions by 500 million metric tons of carbon dioxide annually, equivalent to the emissions of 90 million vehicles. Possible State and Local Actions Build on what is working: leverage proven, documented, cost-effective programs and pro- gram designs; establish partnerships with par- ties responsible for existing energy efficiency efforts; build programs that can continue after economic stimulus funding expires. Emphasize job creation: pursue energy effi- ciency programs that engage services and trades; develop and deploy the workforce training necessary to support the programs; consider the skills that will be in demand for the longer term. Measure results: evaluate the energy, environ- mental, and jobs benefits of programs; require the use of established procedures for evalua- tion, measurement, and verification; strive for simplicity and for transparency in assumptions and results. Plan for the future: see how the energy effi- ciency policies in your state align with the Action Plan's Vision framework for measur- ing progress toward all cost-effective energy efficiency. Tools/Resources State Energy Efficiency Network Working Group Blueprints Blueprints include a comprehensive summary of the barriers, best practices, and key actors across the eight issues addressed by the SEE Action Working Groups. The Blueprints guide a suite of implementation efforts, including new guidance documents and policy white papers, so the stakeholders engaged in efficiency can work together, given their roles and responsi- bilities, to achieve the goals National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency Vision for 2025 Details a policy framework for establishing long-term energy efficiency policies and pro- grams. This Vision also captures an approach for measuring state progress toward achieving all cost-effective energy efficiency Rapid Deployment Energy Efficiency (RDEE) Toolkit Provides detailed program design and imple- mentation guides for 10 broadly applicable energy efficiency programs Model Energy Efficiency Program Impact Guide (PDF) Provides guidance on evaluating the results of energy efficiency programs Understanding Cost-Effectiveness of Energy Efficiency Programs (PDF) Reviews the issues and approaches involved in considering and adopting cost-effectiveness tests for energy efficiency Guide for Conducting Energy Efficiency Potential Studies (PDF) Identifies three main applications for energy efficiency potential studies and provides examples of each State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 12 ------- \ Utilities and Energy Efficiency Aligning Utility Incentives with Energy Efficiency Investment (PDF) Describes the financial effects on a utility of its spending on energy efficiency programs, how those effects could constitute barriers to more aggressive and sustained utility investment in energy efficiency, and how adoption of various policy mechanisms can reduce or eliminate these barriers Customer Incentives for Energy Efficiency Briefings (PDF) These two briefings summarize key policy issues and existing approaches for motivating customers to reduce the energy they consume through utility rates and administered energy efficiency programs. Utility Best Practices Guidance for Providing Business Customers with Energy Use and Cost Data (PDF) Summarizes current data practices, outlines the business and policy cases for action, and pres- ents both basic and advanced approaches for providing consistent, standardized electronic energy consumption and cost data to business customers Guide to Resource Planning with Energy Efficiency (PDF) Describes the key issues, best practices, and main process steps for integrating energy effi- ciency into resource planning, including how to help ensure that energy efficiency programs provide a resource as dependable and valuable to utilities and their customers as any supply- side resource Clean Energy Resource Database Describes key resources and documents rel- evant to the National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency Energy Efficiency Benefits Calculator Provides a simplified tool to demonstrate the business case for energy efficiency from the perspective of the consumer, the utility, and society State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 13 ------- ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR Products Services Offered / Guidebooks/toolkits /Technical assistance / Public recognition /Training Relevant Sectors / Commercial / Government / Industry / Public / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators /Agricultural Website www.enerqystar.gov Contact Energy Star Hotline (888) STAR YES (782-7937) hotline(aenerqvstar.qov Description Since 1992, the ENERGY STAR program has helped thousands of organizations across the residen- tial, commercial, industrial, and public sectors take advantage of cost-effective opportunities to improve energy efficiency and reduce GHG emis- sions. ENERGY STAR qualified products allow consumers to identify the most energy efficient products on the market without having to sacrifice performance. EPA manages the ENERGY STAR pro- gram along with the Department of Energy. Services EPA works with stakeholders including manu- facturers, trade associations, utilities, and energy and environmental advocates to develop perfor- mance specifications for ENERGY STAR qualifying products that deliver significant energy savings. Manufacturers submit products for third-party testing through an EPA-recognized laboratory. The ENERGY STAR program has grown to encompass more than 60 product categories including light- ing, appliances, heating and cooling systems, home electronics, office equipment, and commercial products including food service equipment. EPA provides the ENERGY STAR logo, national cam- paigns, consumer education, marketing resources, and training materials. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Energy efficiency is one of the lowest-cost strate- gies to address global climate change by reducing the amount of emissions associated with the burn- ing of fossil fuels to produce energy. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 14 ------- Possible State and Local Actions Purchase ENERGY STAR qualified products for government operations. Require energy efficient equipment purchases for all state and local agencies. Encourage/provide incentives to the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors to purchase select ENERGY STAR qualified products (e.g., through rebate or coupon programs). Offer consumers a "sales tax holiday" for the purchase of ENERGY STAR qualified products. Partner with local community associations to distribute ENERGY STAR qualified products, such as compact fluorescent light bulbs, at public events. Empower Americans to make energy efficient choices by supporting grassroots, community- based youth service projects; becoming an ENERGY STAR pledge driver; and/or sponsor- ing a local event during the "Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR" campaign tour. Partner with local organizations to educate communities on the benefits of using ENERGY STAR qualified products in their businesses and homes. Promote computer power management among businesses and institutions by joining EPA's Low-Carbon IT Campaign as an ally. Tools/Resources Find an ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR Products for Common Shovel- Ready Projects Describes ENERGY STAR products, tools, and approaches to implementing successful home efficiency, building, and school improvement projects Rapid Deployment Energy Efficiency (RDEE) Toolkit Provides detailed program design and imple- mentation guides for 10 broadly applicable energy efficiency programs ENERGY STAR Purchasing and Procurement Guidelines Assists procurement officials in smart purchas- ing decisions; online training and case studies are also available ENERGY STAR Partners Lists partners including schools, governments, home builders, home energy raters, cable pro- viders, mortgage lenders, product manufactur- ers, and retailers Learn about the ENERGY STAR Pledge Describes the "Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR" campaign Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR Materials Includes key messages, sample press releases, sample newsletter, sample mayoral/ gubernatorial proclamations for Change a Light Day, and more Join the ENERGY STAR Low-Carbon IT Campaign Low-Carbon IT Campaign Template Materials Offers templates to publicize your efforts through newsletters, press releases, and on your website Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency Includes updated information on economic stimulus-related tax credits State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 15 ------- ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR for Commercial/Public Buildings Services Offered / Environmental performance benchmarking / Guidebooks/toolkits / Public recognition / Training Relevant Sectors / Commercial / Education / Government / Industry / Utility/Program Administrators Website www.enerqystar.qov/index.cfm?c=new_bldq_ desiqn.new_bldq_desiqn www.enerqvstar.gov/qovernment Contact Energy Star Hotline (888) STARVES (782-7937) hotline@enerqvstar.gov Description Since 1992, the ENERGY STAR program has helped thousands of organizations across the residential, commercial, government, and industrial sectors take advantage of cost-effective opportunities to improve their buildings' energy efficiency and reduce green- house gas emissions. State and local governments lead by example by improving their own buildings, and they leverage relationships with building owners in the state to motivate them to do the same. Services EPA provides tools and resources necessary for strategic energy management. Building owners and facility managers of all kinds of buildings can use EPA tools to benchmark their energy and water use in order to target investments on improvements- more than 80,000 buildings or 16 percent of build- ing square footagenationwide have already done so. Top-performing hospitals, hotels, office build- ings, retailers, schools, grocery stores, warehouses, dormitories, banks, and courthouses can earn the ENERGY STAR certification using EPA's Portfolio Manager tool. EPA offers live Web conferences, and pre-recorded online trainings for general audiences, as well as those specific to particular sectors. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Energy use in commercial buildings and manufac- turing plants accounts for nearly half of total U.S. GHG emissions and nearly half of energy con- sumption nationwide. Energy efficiency is one of the most cost-effective strategies to address global climate change by reducing the amount of emis- sions associated with the burning of fossil fuels to produce energy. By 2008 alone, more than 6,000 State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 16 ------- commercial buildings and manufacturing plants had earned the ENERGY STAR certification for high efficiency. These buildings typically emit 35 per- cent less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere than average buildings. In total, the buildings and plants earning the ENERGY STAR certification in 2010 alone prevented greenhouse gas emissions equal to the emissions from the energy use of nearly 1.3 million homes a year, protecting people's health, while saving more than $1.9 billion. Possible State and Local Actions Use Portfolio Manager to determine an energy use performance baseline (similar to a miles per gallon rating for a vehicle), identify oppor- tunities to improve energy efficiency in build- ings, set energy consumption and greenhouse gas emission improvement goals, track prog- ress, and measure results. Set a target to benchmark a specified num- ber of government buildings with Portfolio Manager by a target year (e.g., 2011). Require state agencies (including prisons, schools, etc.) to benchmark their buildings with Portfolio Manager. Establish a benchmarking competition among state and local government agencies or among local businesses. Recognize those achieving highest performance or greatest improvement. Work with utilities in the state or locality to enable automated benchmarking. Require state/local staff to take Portfolio Manager online training. Provide technical support to public, commer- cial, or industrial building benchmarking staff. Mandate benchmarking and disclosure for public and privately owned buildings (e.g., as in California, Nevada, and the District of Columbia). Require new state and local government build- ings to use the ENERGY STAR New Building Design approach. Join the ENERGY STAR Challenge as a participant organization committed to increasing energy efficiency in buildings by 10 percent or more. Leverage ENERGY STAR communications resources to celebrate successes and promote energy efficiency throughout the community. Tools/Resources General Resources Portfolio Manager Allows users to assess and track energy and water consumption within individual buildings as well as across an entire building portfolio Rapid Deployment Energy Efficiency (RDEE) Toolkit Provides detailed program design and imple- mentation guides for 10 broadly applicable energy efficiency programs Directory of Energy Efficiency Programs Identifies organizations in each state that spon- sor energy efficiency programs and that are partnered with ENERGY STAR Service and Product Provider Directory Locates companies that can help identify, pri- oritize, and implement quality projects that will improve total energy management ENERGY STAR Qualified Products and Procurement Teaming Up to Save Energy State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 17 ------- Discusses how to structure, launch, and maintain an organization's energy team so it can improve energy performance across the organization Financing Primer ENERGY STAR Web Conferences & Pre- Recorded Online Trainings ENERGY STAR Web Conferences & Pre- Recorded Online Trainings Building Resources Benchmarking Starter Kit New Building Design Guidance Building Upgrade Manual Guidelines for Energy Management Achieving "Designed to Earn the ENERGY STAR" Apply for the ENERGY STAR Certification Building Profiles & Leaders' Stories ENERGY STAR for Wastewater Plants Showcase Dorm Rooms Calculators Financial Evaluation Tools Financial Value Calculator: presents energy investment opportunities in terms of key finan- cial metrics. Use these powerful metrics to con- vey the value of improved energy performance to senior financial decisionmakers, investors and other stakeholders. Building Value Calculator: estimates the financial impact of proposed investments in energy efficiency in office properties Cash Flow Opportunity Calculator: helps decisionmakers answer three critical questions about energy efficiency investments: 1. How much new energy efficiency equip- ment can be purchased from the anticipated savings? 2. Should this equipment purchase be financed now, or is it better to wait and use cash from a future budget? 3. Is money being lost by waiting for a lower interest rate? Target Finder Helps architects and building owners set aggressive, realistic energy targets and rate a building design's estimated energy use Communications ENERGY STAR Challenge National call-to-action to improve the energy efficiency of America's commercial, industrial, and public buildings by 10 percent or more. More than 300 local governments and 40 states have signed up to become Challenge Participant Organizations ENERGY STAR Challenge Toolkit Provides communications materials to help spread the word on the benefits of energy effi- ciency, communicate commitments to energy efficiency, and promote energy efficiency throughout the community Bring the Challenge to Your Community Shows how to begin a local ENERGY STAR Challenge campaign and recruit businesses, organizations, and localities to participate Low Carbon IT Campaign Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR Campaign ENERGY STAR for Kids State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 18 ------- HOME PERFORMANCE WITH ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR Residential- Existing Homes (Home Performance with ENERGY STAR) Services Offered / Analytical Tools / Environmental performance benchmarking / Guidebooks/toolkits / Public recognition / Technical assistance / Training seminars Relevant Sectors / Government / Real Estate Development / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators Website www.enerqvstar.gov/homeperformance Contact Energy Star Hotline (888) STARVES (782-7937) homeperformance(aenerqvs tar.gov Description Through Home Performance with ENERGY STAR (HPwES), EPA and DOE offer a comprehensive, whole-house approach to improving energy effi- ciency and comfort. Unlike typical energy audit programs, the goal of HPwES is to turn recommen- dations into improved homes. HPwES is managed by a local sponsor that recruits, trains, and provides quality assurance over home improvement con- tractors who deliver comprehensive home energy audits and efficiency installations. Services EPA and DOE can provide program start-up guid- ance for potential utilities or state energy offices. Once a sponsor has submitted an implementation plan and signed the partnership agreement, EPA will provide access to the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR logo, marketing resources, sales training, and sponsor outreach campaigns and through which contractors, utilities, or other pro- gram administrators can work together to increase awareness of HPwES in the local market. Value to Environment Energy efficiency is the lowest-cost strategy to address global climate change and air pollution by reducing the amount of emissions associated with the burning of fossil fuels to produce energy. To date, more than 110,000 homes have been served by ENERGY STAR Home Performance partners. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 19 ------- Many homes are candidates for this program to achieve savings of 20 percent or more through cost-effective home improvements. Possible State and Local Actions Enhance current HPwES program (incentives, marketing, financing, training, etc.) if a program already exists in your state. Sponsor HPwES training programs for local contractors (curricula are currently available for purchase from NYSERDA and others). Offer incentives to reduce the cost of HPwES energy audits to residents. Provide incentives for energy efficiency improvements identified through HPwES assessments through any number of financial mechanisms (e.g., direct rebates, state revolving fund disbursements). Partner with ENERGY STAR and sponsor a HPwES program. Tools/Resources General Resources Introduction to HPwES Factsheet (PDF) Rapid Deployment Energy Efficiency (RDEE) Toolkit Provides detailed program design and implemen- tation guides for 10 broadly applicable energy efficiency programs Sponsor Resources How to Develop a Local Program Describes who can become a sponsor, the role of the program sponsor, where to start, and federal grant opportunities Fact Sheet: HPwES - A Cost-Effective Strategy for Improving Energy Efficiency in Existing Homes (PDF) Sponsor Guide (PDF) Program Implementation Plan Template (PDF) Contractor Success Stories Financing Guidebook (PDF) Marketing Resources HPwES Newsletters Reduce Energy Use Home Performance with ENERGY STAR HPwES Brochure (PDF) Guide to Energy Efficient Heating and Cooling (PDF) Heat Smartly with ENERGY STAR at Home Home Sealing Duct Sealing ENERGY STAR Home Advisor Home Energy Yardstick Allows homeowners to compare household energy use with others across the country and get recommendations for improvement; can be hosted on a state or local government website Change the World, Take the ENERGY STAR Pledge Find Incentives and Special Offers Locate Rebates and Special Offers ENERGY STAR Qualified Product Tax Incentives State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 20 ------- ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR Residential- New Homes Services Offered / Guidebooks/toolkits / Professional networking / Public recognition / Training/seminars Relevant Sectors / Real Estate Development / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators Website www.enerqvstar.gov/homes Contact Energy Star Hotline (888) STARVES (782-7937) hotline(aenerqys tar.gov Description In the residential new construction marketplace, ENERGY STAR and its partners work together to promote the benefits and increase sales of energy efficient homes. Homes that earn the ENERGY STAR label must meet guidelines for energy efficiency set by EPA. ENERGY STAR qualified homes are at least 15 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the 2004 International Residential Code and include additional energy saving features that typically make them 20 to 30 percent more efficient than standard homes. Nationally, more than 1.2 million new homes have earned the ENERGY STAR label. Services EPA provides the ENERGY STAR logo mark, mar- keting resources, and sales training materials. EPA sponsors outreach campaigns through which builders and utilities can work together to increase awareness of ENERGY STAR qualified homes in the local market. EPA also hosts partner network meet- ings and offers opportunities for recognition for environmental stewardship. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Energy efficiency is one of the lowest-cost strategies to address global climate change and air pollution by reducing the amount of emissions associated with the burning of fossil fuels to produce energy. Possible State and Local Actions Promote program administrator (e.g., utility, builder, other) efforts to expand the market for ENERGY STAR new homes. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 21 ------- Offer training to building inspectors and code enforcement/compliance staff to help them become certified Home Energy Raters. Offer technical training to builders about build- ing energy efficient homes. Provide incentives for or require new public housing to be ENERGY STAR qualified. Provide loan guarantees for ENERGY STAR qualified home mortgages. Tools/Resources General Resources Rapid Deployment Energy Efficiency (RDEE) Toolkit Provides detailed program design and imple- mentation guides for 10 broadly applicable energy efficiency programs Learn About ENERGY STAR New Homes Learn About the Features and Benefits of ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes New Homes Partner Locator Guidelines for ENERGY STAR Qualified New Homes Resources for ENERGY STAR Partners Includes marketing, technical, and educational resources Communications Resources Marketing Toolkit Allows a builder to create customized promo- tional materials to educate consumers about the features and benefits of ENERGY STAR qualified homes Fact Sheets on the Features of ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Provides information on many "tried-and-true" energy efficient features found in ENERGY STAR qualified homes related to home envelope, heating/cooling, lighting, appliances, and third- party verification Presentations Offers customizable presentation templates that target builders, appraisers, and real estate agents Free Webinars and Other Training Opportunities Training Resources State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 22 ------- ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR for Industry Services Offered /Analytical tools / Environmental performance benchmarking / Guidebooks/toolkits / Professional networking / Public recognition /Technical assistance / Training Relevant Sectors / Government / Industry / Public / Utility/Program Administrators Website www.enerqvstar.gov/industrv Contact Elizabeth Dutrow (202)343-9061 dutrow.elizabeth(aepa.qov Description ENERGY STAR works with manufacturing compa- nies to build and refine energy management pro- grams, reduce energy costs and emissions, dem- onstrate environmental leadership, and improve competitiveness. ENERGY STAR offers road-tested resources, tools, benchmarks, and guidance to help companies establish energy programs that continu- ously improve energy efficiency. Hundreds of small, medium, and large manufacturers have adopted the ENERGY STAR approach to achieving lasting energy savings. ENERGY STAR industrial resources are recommended in the State Energy Efficiency (SEE) Action Network Blueprint for Industrial Energy Efficiency. Services EPA can help utilities, states, and local govern- ments make use of ENERGY STAR resources to help manufacturing companies and plants in their area develop and refine their energy management pro- grams, achieve GHG emission reduction goals, and define energy efficiency pathways for their opera- tions. Specialized tools are available for 18 sectors- cement, concrete, corn refining, dairy processing, food processing, glass, laboratories, metal casting, motor vehicle, petrochemical, petroleum refining, Pharmaceuticals, pulp & paper, steel, etc. but the ENERGY STAR approach is built to accommodate manufacturers in any sector. General resources are available for industries of all types. Additionally, ENERGY STAR has energy management resources catered specifically for small and medium manufacturers. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 23 ------- Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits: Energy efficiency is one of the lowest-cost strat- egies to address global climate change and air pollution by reducing the amount of emissions associated with the burning of fossil fuels to pro- duce energy. Using the ENERGY STAR approach, hundreds of companies have established energy programs, set goals, established tracking systems, and are reducing their energy and GHG emissions. Possible State and Local Actions Develop an industrial energy efficiency policy and program as recommended in the SEE Action Network's Blueprint for Industrial Energy Efficiency using ENERGY STAR'S platform and resources. Use ENERGY STAR resources to help compa- nies develop energy efficiency programs and ensure that manufacturers continue to focus on efficiency after energy projects have been completed. Provide industries with energy program assess- ment tools available from ENERGY STAR as the first step toward establishing an energy program. Leverage ENERGY STAR tools to help improve accountability and reporting of savings tied to state and local energy program assistance. Guide industry to evaluate their energy use, set a baseline and goals, and develop an energy savings program as part of conditions for receiving assistance, rebates, or grants. (ENERGY STAR offers tools to help companies track energy use and set goals.) Refer manufacturing companies seeking mentoring relationships or networking oppor- tunities with other industrial companies to the ENERGY STAR Partnership. Encourage industry to join the ENERGY STAR Partnership to demonstrate a commitment to longstanding energy performance. Encourage companies with strong energy pro- grams and that achieve significant savings to seek recognition from ENERGY STAR. Use the ENERGY STAR sector-specific Energy Guides to identify potential technologies and practices for greenhouse gas BACT analyses in review of CAA permits. Tools/Resources Rapid Deployment Energy Efficiency (RDEE) Toolkit Provides detailed program design and imple- mentation guides for 10 broadly applicable energy efficiency programs ENERGY STAR Focus Industries Provides industry-specific tools and resources, including information on trends in energy use and energy intensity in the industry, a systematic analysis and discussion of the energy efficiency opportunities in manufacturing plants, and more Small and Medium Manufacturer Resources Energy management resources scaled to meet the needs of small and medium manufacturers Guidelines for Energy Management Guidance on how to build an energy manage- ment program, based on the successful practices of ENERGY STAR partners. These guidelines informed the development of the international ISO 50001 energy management standard State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 24 ------- ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry Easy-to-use and promote tool for engaging industrial sites in setting goals for energy effi- ciency improvement and rewarding achieve- ment. Industrial sites commit to reduce energy use by 10 percent in 5 years or less. States and local governments and utilities can leverage ENERGY STAR through the challenge to get plants motivated to save energy Plant Energy Performance Indicators Manufacturing plant energy performance indi- cators (EPIs) are external yardsticks that assess how efficiently a plant uses energy, relative to similar plants nationwide. Plants scoring in the top quartile are eligible for ENERGY STAR certification Energy Guides A compilation of the energy efficiency practices and technologies that can be implemented in an industry's plants Industrial Energy Management Information Center Contains energy savings information tailored to industries and focused on specific plant utility and process improvements Networking and Best Practice Sharing Web-Based Seminars and Conferences State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 25 ------- ilectric Power and Renewable Energy CHP &EPA COMBINED HEAT AND /"*V. POWER PA.RTNERSH IP \" ru Combined Heat and Power Partnership Services Offered /Analytical tools / Matching buyers and sellers / Professional networking / Public recognition / Technical assistance /Training Relevant Sectors /Agricultural / Commercial / Government / Industry / Utility/Program Administrators / Education / Real Estate Development Website www.epa.gov/chp Contact CHP Partnership Helpline (703) 373-8108 chp(aepa.qov Description Combined heat and power (CHP), also known as cogeneration, is an efficient, clean, and reli- able approach to generating electricity and useful thermal energy (such as hot water or steam) from a single heat source. CHP can reduce energy use by up to 37 percent. Services EPA provides technical assistance and other resources to facility managers and others who are considering implementing CHP projects. Services include analyses of economic viability, feasibility studies, and information on technologies, ven- dors, and incentives. The program also provides public recognition to superior projects, training through webinars and conferences, and resources such as the Catalog of CHP technologies, the CHP Emissions Calculator, and a database of funding opportunities and financial incentives. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits CHP prevents emissions of CO2 and other pollutants by reducing the fuel combusted to produce electric- ity and useful thermal energy. CHP can also improve the quality and reliability of a facility's power supply, and reduce demands on often-strained electricity transmission and distribution systems. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 26 ------- Possible State and Local Actions Provide incentives/rebates for the development of CHP projects (e.g., as in Connecticut, New Jersey, and California). Use State Revolving Fund money to fund the installation of CHP systems at wastewater treatment systems where they can use cap- tured biogas as free fuel, Remove policy barriers that impede the devel- opment of CHP projects (e.g., standby utility rates and input-based emissions regulations). Develop an outreach campaign to promote CHP in strategic market sectors. Create CHP goals and targets as part of climate and energy plans. Allow CHP as an eligible resource under a renewable or energy efficiency portfolio standard. Tools/Resources State Policy Resources Helps states identify and pursue policies and programs that support the increased use of clean distributed generation, such as CHP Efficient Energy for Local Governments Describes how local governments are using CHP to reduce their operating costs, provide a hedge against volatile energy costs, increase their energy efficiency, and reduce emissions of GHGs and other pollutants from the combus- tion of fossil fuel CHP Project Development Handbook (PDF) Provides information, tools, and sugges- tions on CHP project development and CHP technologies Strategic Markets for CHP Offers information and outreach materials on CHP opportunities in key sectors including: local governments, wastewater treatment facil- ities, hotels and casinos, and electric utilities CHP Funding Database Lists state and federal incentives applicable to CHP projects, including financial incentives and favorable regulatory treatment CHP Emissions Calculator Compares the anticipated carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxide emissions from a CHP system to those of a separate heat and power system. The calculator also presents estimated emissions reductions as metric tons of carbon equivalent, acres of fir or pine trees, and emissions from passenger vehicles State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 27 ------- &EPA GREEN POWER PARTNER Green Power Partnership Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Matching buyers and sellers / Professional networking / Public recognition /Technical assistance Relevant Sectors / Commercial / Government / Industry Website www.epa.gov/qreenpower Contact Blaine Collison (202) 343-9139 collision.blaine(aepa.qov Description This promotes the use of renewable energy by pro- viding technical assistance, networking possibilities, and public recognition to entities that choose to use green power (i.e., electricity that is generated from resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, and low-impact hydro facilities). More than 120 local and 9 state governments are already Green Power Partners. To see the Green Power Partnership Top Local Government list, visit: www.epa.gov/qreen- power/toplists/top201ocalqov.htm Services The Green Power Partnership promotes and recog- nizes Green Power Partners as environmental lead- ers. EPA assists Partners in promoting the concept of green power internally and externally, which often includes media coverage. EPA also provides organizations with a means to estimate the envi- ronmental benefits of switching to green power and provides technical advice on navigating the process of making a green power purchase. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Conventional electricity use is a significant source of air pollution and GHG emissions. Buying green power can make a real difference environmentally by encouraging the development of new, domestic, renewable energy capacity, which produces elec- tricity with significantly less air pollution and no net increase in GHG emissions. Possible State and Local Actions Purchase green power for government opera- tions (e.g., as in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin). Encourage localities to partner with EPA to become Green Power Communities, where State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 28 ------- local government, businesses, and residents collectively buy green power in amounts that meet or exceed EPA's Green Power Community purchase requirements. Encourage localities, companies, and industries to join as Green Power Partners. Encourage existing partners in your state or locality to recruit other companies into the program or to expand their purchases. Tools/Resources Guide to Purchasing Green Power (PDF) Includes information about the different types of green power products, the benefits of green power purchasing, and how to capture the greatest benefit from purchases Green Power Locator Steps to Becoming a Green Power Community Steps to Becoming a Green Power Partner GHG Emissions Calculator Helps users communicate the value of a green power purchase by translating it from kilowatt- hours purchased into more understandable terms, such as an equivalent number of pas- senger vehicles, homes, or coal plants State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 29 ------- LANDFILL METHANE OUTREACH PROGRAM Landfill Methane Outreach Program Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Professional networking / Public recognition /Technical assistance Relevant Sectors / Government / Industry / Utility/Program Administrators Website www.epa.gov/lmop Contact Rachel Goldstein (202)343-9391 qoldstein.rachel(aepa.qov Description The Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) encourages the recovery of landfill gas (LFG) mainly carbon dioxide and methanefor use as an alternative energy source, thus reducing GHG emis- sions. LMOP consists of four partner programs and an endorser program designed to assist different sectors of the LFG field. Through these programs, LMOP works with landfill owners/operators, indus- try organizations, energy providers and marketers, state agencies, communities, end-users, and other stakeholders to help them overcome barriers to LFG energy development. The program helps partners overcome barriers to project development by help- ing them assess project feasibility, find financing, and market the benefits of project development to the community. Services LMOP offers free technical, promotional, and informational tools as well as support services to assist with the development of LFG energy projects. These resources include the LMOP Online Toolkit; software tools for estimating costs and emission reductions; a variety of technical documents; and informational brochures, fact sheets, and case studies. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits LMOP has assisted in the development of approxi- mately 500 LFG utilization projects. These projects have prevented the release of more than 43 million metric tons of carbon equivalent (MMTCE) into the atmosphere over the past 16 years. In 2010, State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 30 ------- operational LFG energy projects in the United States prevented the release of more than 27 MMTCE. This reduction is the carbon equivalent of the annual greenhouse gas emissions from nearly 19 mil- lion passenger vehicles or the carbon sequestered annually by more than 21 million acres of pine or fir forests. Possible State and Local Actions Participate in a state landfill methane outreach task force. Work with LMOP to hold a state-based LFG workshop to outline progress in facilitating project development in the state, and receive input on state-specific issues affecting the development of LFG energy projects. Become an LMOP State or Community Partner that encourages coordination among permit- ting and regulatory offices to lower barriers and increase opportunities for LFG recovery. Analyze city- or county-owned landfills for the technical and economic feasibility of an LFG energy project using LMOP tools and resources. Tools/Resources Learn More Basic Information on LMOP and LFG Provides an overview of methane emissions from landfills and how LMOP is working col- laboratively with businesses, states, energy providers, and communities to convert landfill gas to energy Energy Projects and Candidate Landfills How to Become a State or Community Partner LFG Energy Project Development Handbook Toolkit Communicating the Benefits of LFG Energy Projects Offers tips for beginning or expanding outreach efforts for an LFG energy project Promoting Your LMOP Participation Provides ideas for promoting your LMOP involvement, which can demonstrate your commitment to improving the environment Sample Tools for LMOP Outreach Provides tools that can be used or adapted, or that can serve as a springboard for new out- reach ideas State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 31 ------- AgSTAR Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Technical assistance / Professional networking / Public recognition / Training /Matching buyers and sellers Relevant Sectors / Government / Industry / Utility/Program Administrators /Agricultural Website www.epa.gov/aqstar Contact Chris Voell (202)343-9406 voell.christopher(aepa.qov Description AgSTAR is a voluntary program of EPA, jointly spon- sored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The program encourages the profitable use of methane recovery (biogas) technologies at livestock facilities. These technologies produce renewable energy and reduce methane emissions while achieving other environmental benefits. Services AgSTAR offers project development resources, including a Web-based tool to assess project feasibility, provides technical assistance, publishes information and guidebooks, and sponsors events and workshops. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits The AgSTAR program has successfully encour- aged the development and adoption of anaerobic digestion technologies. Since 1994, the number of operational digester systems in the United States has grown to more than 160, producing significant benefits. In 2010, livestock manure digester systems in the United States reduced 80,000 tons of meth- ane emissions and generated 275 million kWh of energy. Possible State and Local Actions Use AgSTAR resources to identify livestock facilities in the state or locality that do not have digester systems and offer technical assistance to evaluate potential. Provide information on financial incentives for facilities to install digester systems. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 32 ------- Provide grants or tax incentives to help level the playing field for digester energy generation projects versus traditional energy generation. Include digester biogas projects in state renew- able energy or renewable portfolio standard incentive plans. Implement state energy policies that provide appropriate state standards for net metering, standby charges, tariffs, and interconnection to the grid for distributed biogas generators. Tools/Resources AqSTAR Handbook Provides guidance on developing biogas tech- nology at commercial farms Market Opportunities Report (PDF) Assesses the market potential for biogas energy projects at swine and dairy farms in the United States Funding On-Farm Bioqas Recovery Systems: A Guide to Federal and State Resources Provides information about programs and strategies, such as low-interest loans, grants, and tax incentives, that can help parties inter- ested in implementing anaerobic digestion technology Industry Directory for On-Farm Bioqas Recovery Systems (PDF) Helps farm owners and others interested in on-farm biogas recovery systems identify appropriate consultants, project developers, energy services, equipment manufacturers and distributors, and commodity organizations A Protocol for Quantifying and Reporting the Performance of Anaerobic Digestion Systems for Livestock Manures Digester Performance Evaluations (PDF) Characterizes environmental and financial improvements provided by anaerobic digesters State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 33 ------- Office of Sustainable Communities Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Technical assistance / Public recognition Relevant Sectors / Government / Commercial / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators / Public / Education / Real Estate Development Website www.epa.gov/smartqrowth Contact Megan Susman (202) 566-2861 susman.meqan(aepa.qov Description This program provides tools, research, and techni- cal assistance to help communities grow in ways that are environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable. It encourages compact, walkable development that uses land, energy, and water efficiently and has a mix of residential, commercial, and other uses. Services The Office of Sustainable Communities helps com- munities improve their development practices and get the type of development they want. The office works with local, state, and national experts to discover and encourage successful, environmen- tally-sensitive development strategies. OSC also coordinates EPA's involvement in the Partnership for Sustainable Communities with HUD and DOT and works with other federal agencies to provide technical assistance on development issues to communities. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Smarter, more efficient development uses resources more efficiently and can reduce air and water pol- lution by making it easier for people to walk, bike, or take transit. Compact development and open space preservation can help protect water quality by reducing the amount of paved surfaces and by allowing natural lands to filter rainwater and runoff before it reaches drinking-water supplies. Smart growth strategies improve quality of life, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for resi- dents and local governments, and can encourage economic development. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 34 ------- Possible State and Local Actions Review land use ordinances to determine if they allow the community to get the type of development it wants. Encourage walking, bicycling, and transit use by making streets safe and comfortable for all users. Encourage new development in infill and cleaned-up brownfield locations rather than on the fringe. Build compactly and mix land uses so that homes, stores, services, and workplaces are close enough together for people to walk or bike. Tools/Resources Technical Assistance Smart Growth Implementation Assistance Offers assistance through an annual competi- tive process to state, local, regional, and tribal governments that are facing a development- related challenge. Reports from past projects are available on the website and may be helpful to communities facing similar challenges Sustainable Communities Building Blocks Provides targeted assistance awarded through an annual competitive process to help com- munities with specific tools that have proven effectiveness and wide applicability Making Smart Growth Happen Offers many tools and resources to help com- munities learn about and implement smart growth approaches Case Studies and Examples National Award for Smart Growth Achievement Provides write-ups of award winners, who pro- vide models for other communities Smart Growth Illustrated Offers examples of how smart growth tech- niques look in communities around the country Essential Smart Growth Fixes for Urban and Suburban Zoning Codes Offers 11 "essential fixes" to help local govern- ments amend their codes and ordinances to promote more sustainable development Putting Smart Growth to Work in Rural Communities Focuses on smart growth strategies that can help guide growth in rural areas while protect- ing natural and working lands and preserving the rural character of existing communities Getting to Smart Growth, Volumes I and II Each volume provides 100 concrete techniques for putting smart growth principles into action, along with resources and brief case stud- ies of communities that have applied these approaches to achieve better development. Also available in Spanish Leveraging the Partnership: DOT, HUD, and EPA Programs for Sustainable Communities (PDF) Helps communities identify federal resources that can support their efforts to promote more sustainable communities Smart Growth Guidelines for Sustainable Design and Development Provides guidelines that can serve as a checklist to ensure that programs, plans, and proposed developments incorporate the elements needed at the location, site, and building levels to result in more sustainable, affordable housing State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 35 ------- CLIMATE READY ESTUARI ES 3BK Climate Ready Estuaries Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Training Relevant Sectors / Government / Residential / Public / Education Website www.epa.gov/cre Contact Michael Craghan (202) 566-1946 craqhan.michael(aepa.qov Jeremy Martinich (202) 343-9871 martinich.ieremv(aepa.qov Description The Climate Ready Estuaries (CRE) program works with the National Estuary Programs and other coastal managers to: 1) assess climate change vulnerabilities, 2) develop and implement adapta- tion strategies, 3) engage and educate stakeholders, and 4) share the lessons learned with other coastal managers. Services The CRE program provides direct technical assis- tance to the 28 National Estuary Programs; how- ever other coastal managers can benefit from the guidance/lessons learned documents that the program produces. The Climate Ready Estuaries website offers information on climate change impacts to different estuary regions, access to tools and resources to monitor changes, and informa- tion to help managers develop adaptation plans for estuaries and coastal communities. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Estuaries and coastal areas are particularly vulner- able to climate variability and change. In order to protect their ecosystems from projected impacts of sea level rise, increasing temperatures, and other effects, coastal managers may need to develop and implement adaptation measures. The CRE pro- gram works with NEPs to better understand these vulnerabilities and plan for them, thereby increasing resilience. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 36 ------- Possible State and Local Actions Identify and partner with local planners and coastal managers working on adaptation to climate change. Learn about efforts being undertaken around the United States, to better understand climate change vulnerabilities to coastal areas, engage stakeholders, and implement adaptation strategies. Engage your community through education campaigns, ordinances, and demonstration projects. Tools/Resources 2010 Climate Ready Estuaries Progress Report This document focuses on the accomplish- ments of the existing CRE Partners. This report complements the 2009 CRE Progress Report: together they provide a summary of the design and accomplishments of CRE to date Synthesis of Adaptation Options for Coastal Areas This guide provides a brief introduction to key physical impacts of climate change on estuar- ies and a review of on-the-ground adaptation options available to coastal managers to reduce their systems' vulnerability to climate change impacts Adaptation Planning for the National Estuary Program This white paper developed by the Climate Ready Estuaries program describes five criti- cal elements of adaptation planning in coastal areas and provides examples and resources for more information State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 37 ------- CLIMATE READY WATER UTILITIES Climate Ready Estuaries Water Utilities Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Technical assistance /Training Relevant Sectors / Government / Commercial / Industry / Utility/Program Administrators / Public / Education /Agricultural Website water.epa.gov/infrastructure/watersecurity/climate/ Contact Curt Baranowski (202)564-0636 baranowski.curt(aepa.qov Description EPAs Climate Ready Water Utilities (CRWU) initiative provides resources for drinking water, wastewater and stormwater (water sector) to adapt to climate change by promoting a clear understanding of cli- mate science, adaptation options, and the consid- eration of integrated water resources management planning in the water sector. Services CRWU coordinates with federal, state, and local water utilities and their associations to support water sector climate resilience. CRWU support includes access to relevant climate information, climate risk assessment and adaptation tools, and other outreach and technical assistance. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Climate change impacts pose challenges to water sector utilities in fulfilling their public health and environmental missions. Extreme weather events, sea level rise, shifting precipitation and runoff pat- terns, temperature changes, and resulting changes in water quality and availability have significant implications for the sustainability of the water sec- tor. It is important for the water sector to be better informed of climate risks so they can take action- able steps to address these risks through no- or low-regret adaptation strategies. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 38 ------- Possible State and Local Actions Conduct an assessment to evaluate water sys- tem risks from climate change. Identify and evaluate utility climate adaptation and mitigation practices. Build local decisionmaker, interdependent sector, and general community support for planned organizational and operational cli- mate-related changes. Avoid making large, long-term investments that do not consider and reflect the potential need to adapt to or minimize climate impacts. Improve energy management practices and implement cost-effective energy efficiency upgrades. Stay informed of climate science developments by establishing a relationship with local climate science researchers or participating in water sector association-led climate events. Tools/Resources Climate Ready Water Utilities Website The CRWU website contains tools, resources, and outreach and planning materials for utili- ties, such as an Adaptation Strategies Guide and a program overview Climate Ready Water Utilities Working Group Report (including a short overview) The report includes 11 findings and 12 recom- mendations, an adaptive response framework to guide climate ready activities, and the identification of needed resources and possible incentives to support and encourage utility climate readiness Climate Resilience Evaluation and Assessment Tool (GREAT) This software tool assists drinking water and wastewater utility owners and operators in understanding potential climate change impacts and in assessing the related risks at their utilities. GREAT allows users to evalu- ate adaptation strategies by using both tra- ditional risk assessment and scenario-based decisionmaking Climate Ready Water Utilities Toolbox - Beta This searchable toolbox contains resources that support all stages of the decision process, from basic climate science through integration of mitigation and adaptation into long-term planning Tabletop Exercise Tool for Water Systems The TTX Tool introduces users to the potential impacts of climate change on the water sector by providing five customizable tabletop exer- cise scenarios utilities can use to consider and implement long-term planning measures EPA's Watershed Academy December 2nd, 2010 Webcast: "Climate Adaptation Tools for Addressing Water Issues" State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 39 ------- EPA WaterSense WaterSense Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support / Matching buyers and sellers /Technical assistance Relevant Sectors / Government / Commercial / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators / Public / Education / Real Estate Development Website www.epa.gov/watersense Contact Veronica Blette (866) 987-7367 watersense(aepa.qov Description WaterSense, a partnership program sponsored by EPA, seeks to protect the future of our nation's water supply by offering people simple ways to use less water with water-efficient products, new homes, and services. Since the program's inception in 2006, WaterSense has helped consumers save a cumulative 125 billion gallons of water and $2 bil- lion in water and energy bills. Services The WaterSense Program labels products that are independently certified to meet EPA's criteria to use 20 percent less water and perform as well as con- ventional models. The WaterSense label is currently available on residential toilets, bathroom faucets and faucet accessories, showerheads, flushing uri- nals, and single-family new homes. The WaterSense label also appears on professional certification pro- grams for landscape irrigation professionals. These WaterSense labeled programs verify professional proficiency in water-efficient irrigation system design, installation/maintenance, and auditing. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Water efficiency measures, as part of broader conservation efforts, can help communities with demand management as an adaption response. Efficiency can also reduce water treatment and infrastructure costs by reducing the need to expand capacity. Saving water also provides greenhouse gas mitigation benefits by reducing the amount of energy needed to transport, treat, and heat water. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 40 ------- Possible State and Local Actions Partner with WaterSense for free access to tools, materials, and resources to promote water efficiency. Recommend, install, and or provide financial incentives for use of WaterSense labeled prod- ucts or water efficient practices. Network with water efficiency leaders to learn new ways to implement water efficiency. Participate in national outreach programs to help consumers save water. Recommend WaterSense Irrigation Partners for irrigation system installation and audits. Tools/Resources Water saving tips and messages for consumers, utilities, and other organizations List of WaterSense labeled products and irriga- tion partners Tools to calculate water savings State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 41 ------- *EFA W\STE WISE Preserving Resources, Preventing Waste WasteWise Communities Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Technical assistance / Professional networking / Public recognition / Environmental performance benchmarking / Training Relevant Sectors / Government / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators / Public / Education Website www.epa.gov/epawaste/partnerships/wastewise Contact Jan Canterbury (703) 308-7264 canterburv.ianice(aepa.qov Description WasteWise Communities is a campaign support- ing local governments in their efforts to reduce residential municipal solid waste and its impact on climate change. Efforts such as waste prevention and recycling reduce the demand for new products and conserve valuable natural resources and, from a life-cycle perspective, significantly cut green- house gas emissions. Services EPA has developed calculators, targeted programs, technical guidance, and other resources to assist municipalities seeking to reduce their waste stream and mitigate their climate impacts. To learn more about resources available to WasteWise members, visit the Benefits page on the WasteWise website. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Waste reduction saves cities money and also helps to mitigate global climate change. Every stage of a product's life cycleextraction, manufacturing, dis- tribution, use, and disposalconsumes energy and releases greenhouse gases (GHGs) that contribute to climate change. WasteWise works with munici- palities to decrease GHG emissions by providing State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 42 ------- tools and resources that help communities find economically viable solutions that reduce waste and help fight climate change. Possible State and Local Actions Implement omposting programs. Practice resource management. Implement Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) programs. Purchase products with recycled content. Tools/Resources WasteWise Communities Supports local governments in reducing resi- dential municipal solid waste and its impact on climate change. Technical Assistance Success Stories (case studies) Resource Conservation Provides information on managing materials more efficiently, including reducing, reusing, and recycling. Pav-As-You-Throw (PAYT) In communities with pay-as-you-throw pro- grams (also known as unit pricing or variable- rate pricing), residents are charged for the collection of municipal solid wasteordinary household trashbased on the amount they throw away. This creates a direct economic incentive to recycle more and to generate less waste Composting Organic materials yard trimmings, food scraps, wood waste, and paper and paperboard products are the largest component of our trash and make up more than two-thirds of the solid waste stream State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 43 ------- Responsible Appliance k. Disposal Program &RAD. Responsible Appliance Disposal Program Services Offered /Analytical tools / Guidebooks/toolkits / Outreach support /Technical assistance / Public recognition Relevant Sectors / Government / Commercial / Industry / Residential / Utility/Program Administrators / Public Website www.epa.gov/ozone/partnerships/rad Contact Evelyn Swain (202)343-9956 swain.evelvn (aepa.gov Description EPA's Responsible Appliance Disposal (RAD) Program is a partnership program to help protect the ozone layer and reduce emissions of green- house gases. The RAD Program recognizes partners that ensure the disposal of refrigerant-containing appliances using the best environmental prac- tices available. The program invites utilities, retail- ers, manufacturers, state and local governments, universities, and other qualifying organizations to become partners. Services The RAD Program provides partners with techni- cal assistance to develop successful recycling programs for refrigerant-containing appliances. Partners can receive public recognition and have access to program resources. Value to Environment and Other Co-benefits Partners reduce emissions of ozone-depleting sub- stances (ODS) and greenhouse gases by recovering appliance foam and refrigerant. They also prevent the release of hazardous materials including oil, PCBs, and mercury, as well as saving landfill space and energy by recycling durable materials. State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 44 ------- Possible State and Local Actions Promote responsible appliance disposal through strategic outreach and information discrimination. Encourage local utilities and retailers to join the RAD Program. Set up a local haul away and recycling program for refrigerant-containing appliances. Tools/Resources Basic Information on the RAD Program Partner Resources Case studies, fact sheets, program evaluation reports Guidance Document for Partners Discuses best practices for appliance disposal How to Become a Partner State and Local Guide to U.S. EPA Climate and Energy Program Resources | 45 ------- SERA EPA 430-B-11-002 OCTOBER 2011 WWW.EPA.GOV/STATELOCALCLIMATE State and Local Climate and Energy Program Recycled/Recyclable Printed on paper that contains at least 50% post c ------- |