ACEEE | American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
Feb 4, 2020
U2003 Performance Incentives Mechanisms
Strategic demand reduction (SDR) programs use energy efficiency and demand response to reduce system costs. Performance incentive mechanisms (PIMs) reward utilities for developing these programs. T…
Strategic demand reduction (SDR) programs use energy efficiency and demand response to reduce system costs. Performance incentive mechanisms (PIMs) reward utilities for developing these programs. This report describes the national landscape of existing SDR PIMs, including their design, drivers for developing these incentives, and the resources used to provide SDR. We present seven state case studies and particular lessons for regulators and utilities hoping to find ways to stimulate the market for strategic demand reduction.
Bridging the Equity Gap for Utility Energy Efficiency Programs
Utility energy efficiency programs have increased investment in low-income households, but significant gaps remain. This report examines spending and savings trends across 48 major U.S. utilities, identifies barriers to expanding low-income programs and highlights policies and program strategies that can improve energy affordability and equitable access to efficiency upgrades.
This report identifies pathways for India’s cement industry to decarbonise at a pace compatible with the national climate goal of net-zero emissions by 2070.
Home Energy Reports and Beyond: Meeting the Moment with Behavior-Based Energy Efficiency
Home energy report programs, in which utilities provide households with personalized insights into their energy use and tips to lower their bills, are a…
Strategies for Enhancing Resilience and Minimizing Vulnerabilities to Extreme Heat Events
Extreme heat is one of the fastest-growing climate-related hazards in the United States, increasing mortality, straining buildings and energy systems, and amplifying risks for households with limit…
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