ERS plays a leading role in many projects associated with the design and delivery of some of the largest energy efficiency programs in the US. We have considerable expertise in conservation program planning, development, administration, implementation, quality control, and monitoring, and we can handle turnkey management of conservation and load management programs and oversee program aspects from preliminary planning to database development. Some of the specific services we provide include:

  • Efficiency Program Design and Analysis [top]

    ERS offers comprehensive program planning and design services. We have developed designs for commercial, industrial, and residential sectors, for existing buildings and new construction, and for both custom and prescriptive options. Our program designs are thoroughly analyzed to ensure cost-effectiveness and are focused on approaches that will achieve high impacts.

  • Program Planning and Market Research [top]

    ERS has expertise in numerous planning and market research activities including technical potential studies, baseline assessment, measure life review, and various market activity and receptiveness studies.

  • Program Documentation and Forms [top]

    ERS has developed comprehensive documentation and forms for numerous efficiency programs. These documents include descriptive literature, case studies, newsletters, periodic reports, program operations manuals, technical reference manuals, and a wide array of prescriptive and custom application forms.

  • Program Marketing and Outreach [top]

    The success of efficiency programs is largely dependent on the effectiveness of program marketing and outreach efforts. ERS has developed and led activities that include a wide variety of broad-based marketing (advertising, conference participation, collateral material development and distribution) and operational outreach using skilled technical and managerial field staff to work with market actors and participants.

  • Program Delivery and Implementation [top]

    ERS has served as prime contractor for state energy efficiency programs. Our program delivery activities include all aspects of operation including management, marketing, field assistance, engineering services, quality assurance, and general administration. The high success of our programs has been demonstrated through the remarkable realization rates indicated in third-party evaluations.

  • Quality Control and Assurance [top]

    ERS has provided focused program quality control and assurance services for multiple programs. Our services include coordinating efforts with participants, contractors, and other market actors, reviewing program applications and reports, metering installations, and ensuring that projects are in compliance with program requirements.

  • Database Development [top]

    An efficient database is critical for effective program management and operation. ERS staff have been instrumental in developing web-based program databases for tracking all program activities from staff efforts to project status and energy impacts.

  • M&V and Evaluation Services [top]

    ERS has been involved in many evaluation activities throughout the US, including California, New York, and New England. We maintain a wide spectrum of monitoring equipment for all end use systems and measures, and we handle a variety of responsibilities including evaluation management, sampling, site verification, monitoring, net-to-gross assessment, and overall analysis and reporting.