Energy Rebates: Save with CASCO USA
Compressed air systems use a lot of energy. According to the US Department of Energy, they account for 10% of all electricity and 16% of all motor energy use in US manufacturing facilities. All this energy consumption can really add up. In fact, a recent Energy Star report estimates that 76% of compressed air’s lifetime cost comes directly from electricity.
Fortunately, a compressed air system doesn’t have to be expensive. Opportunities for saving energy exist in almost every compressed air system! From upgrading inefficient equipment to installing master control systems to reducing air leaks, numerous energy efficiency measures have incentives available. With the right equipment and the best support team, previously high energy costs can be turned into great savings.
At CASCO USA, we work directly with energy companies to maximize incentives. Almost every energy provider has incentive programs in place for increasing efficiency. Some of our past clients have seen energy savings as high as $240,000 annually with an additional $150,000 energy rebate.
What are Energy Incentives?
Energy incentives are monetary rebates offered by energy providers to entice users to purchase more energy efficient products. Programs vary depending on the energy provider, however, they generally work by giving a set amount back to the customer per kilowatt hour saved. Common areas for energy savings include lighting, heating, cooling, and special equipment, as these are the largest sources of energy waste and consumption.
How do they Work?
As population density increases, energy as a resource becomes more valuable. Instead of constructing new power plants, energy providers aim to meet growing demand by making existing uses more efficient.
Often times simple equipment upgrades have the ability for big energy returns. In order to receive the rebate, a company has to show how a new installation will save energy. Though documentation varies from project to project, typically, a customer must establish a baseline of their current system and an analysis of their proposed estimated energy savings. Projects that show a measurable return can expect an energy rebate.
What role does CASCO USA have?
CASCO USA has a team of engineers trained in designing compressed air systems for maximum energy savings. These application engineers understand how systems work, where sources of potential problems are, and how to maximize efficiency, all while improving system reliability.
Conveniently, the first step to any air system upgrade is also the first step required by energy companies: collecting baseline data on the existing system. With this data in hand, potentially any project could be eligible for an incentive.
Our skilled engineers have the equipment and expertise to measure all of the important parameters of your system, including:
- Power (kW)
- Flow (CFM)
- Pressure (PSIG)
CASCO USA is a program/trade ally for the rebate programs offered by most of the energy companies. Our industry experts will work directly with energy providers to ensure receipt of all applicable rebates. CASCO USA handles most of the rebate paper work that includes presenting baseline of existing system, analysis to estimate energy savings for proposed energy efficiency projects and post-project air study to demonstrate actual realized savings, where necessary. In most cases, customer’s only responsibility is to provide handful of documents such as electric bills and W-9s.
Want to start on an energy savings project today? Take the first step and sign up for an air audit here.
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