Energy Efficiency FAQs:

Is there a fee to participate in the program?              
No!  The program is completely free.

Is there any obligation to move forward with the energy efficiency recommendations? 
No!  The final product of the energy efficiency assessment will be a report summarizing findings.  It is up to the system to determine whether to move forward with any of the recommendations.  We encourage you to consider them, but there is no obligation to act on the recommendations.

Does my system qualify for the program? 
The program is available to water and/or wastewater systems serving populations of 10,000 or fewer.  All county systems are eligible, regardless of population, as are systems eligible for USDA funding. If you are unsure if your system is eligible, please contact our Energy Efficiency Specialist.

What information do you need from the system to participate? 
The most important information needed is the most recent 12 months of electric bills (and natural gas/propane, if applicable).  Additionally, motor/pump inventory detailing age, HP, run times, etc, as well as average & permitted daily flow information is needed.  More information will be requested/discussed as-needed based on the system’s unique needs and processes.

How long does all of this take?
The on-site energy assessment typically takes 1-2 hours to complete, depending on the size & complexity of the facility/facilities.  From the start of data collection to the completion of the report summarizing the findings, the process takes roughly 3-4 weeks.​