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NASEO State Energy Policy, Program,Committee Update – Spring 2016

+About NASEO

Formed by the states in 1986

See also - President Bill Clinton’s video about NASEO’s founding

Membership includes the 56 Governor-designated energy officials from each state and territory, as well as private sector affiliates

Facilitates peer learning across states to improve the effectiveness of energy programs and policies

Serves as a resource for and about State and Territory Energy Offices

Advocates on behalf of the State Energy Offices (SEO) with Congress, federal agencies, and private-sector organizations

Organized through regional and committee structure

+ NASEO Board of Directors

Board of Directors

Chair Robert Jackson, Michigan

Vice-Chair Mark Glick, Hawaii

Treasurer Marion Gold, Rhode Island

Secretary Molly Cripps, Tennessee

Parliamentarian William (Dub) Taylor, Texas

Past Chair Vaughn Clark, Oklahoma

Central Region Representatives Jeff Ackermann, ColoradoPaul Miller, Louisiana

Mid-Atlantic Region Representatives Marisa Slaten, New JerseyTommy Wells, District of Columbia

Midwest Region Representatives Maria Redmond, MichiganTristan Vance, Indiana

Northeast Region Representatives Asa Hopkins, VermontJessie Stratton, Connecticut

Southeast Region Representatives Kelly Smith Burk, FloridaDavid Gipson, Georgia

Western Region Representatives Andrew McAllister, CaliforniaPending

Affiliates’ Co-Chairs Barbara Bauman Tyran, EPRIAnna Pavlova, Schneider Electric

+ NASEO Legislative and Executive

Branch Priorities

U.S. State Energy Program SEP is the ongoing top priority for NASEO, as SEP serves all states’ needs and is

foundational to advancing state-driven energy policies and programs that support new energy technologies, services, and markets

Engage Congress and the Administration to ensure bipartisan supportAppropriations, Legislation, Programs, Regulation

FY’17 Appropriations – House and Senate E&W – $50M SEP, $215M+- WAP; support for DOE-OE’s energy assurance and grid modernization programs; DOE-EERE programs (e.g., solar, buildings, codes, Clean Cities); EIA; EPA’s ENERGY STAR; and USDA’s REAP (see NASEO testimony)

Senate Bipartisan Energy Bill S.2012 – SEP and WAP reauthorization, loan program, code preservation, furnace rule, SAVE-EE for residential mortgages

Advance cooperative programs among states and federal offices across DOE (e.g., EERE, OE, Fossil, EIA), and with other agencies (e.g., USDA, EPA, Interior)

Advance no-regrets regulatory compliance approaches using energy efficiency SEP/WAP FY’17 funding in House bill same as FY’16, other energy areas cut NASEO’s Government Affairs–Staff Expert strategy is working – SEOs in

multiple energy bills/EB actions (e.g., FAST ACT, QER) – but we need your help

+ Committee and Program StructureCommittee/

Program

Co-Chairs NASEO

Regional Program Regional Board Representatives Melissa Savage, Chuck Clinton

Buildings Christian Williss (CO); Laith Younis (CA)Chris Baker, The Weidt Group

Todd Sims

Energy Security David Gipson (GA); Pending Fred Hoover, Jeff Pillon, Shemika Spencer

Financing Jeff Pitkin (NY), Al Christopher (VA) Sandy Fazeli

Fuels and Grid Integration

Dub Taylor (TX), Chris Yunker (HI), Deana Dennis (EPRI)

Fred Hoover, Stephen Goss,Rod Sobin

Government Affairs Robert Jackson (MI) Jeff Genzer, David Terry

Transportation Maria Redmond (WI); Pending (State);Kellen Schefter (EEI)

Cassie Powers

Affiliates Program Barbara Tyran (EPRI), Anna Pavlova (Schneider) Sandy Fazeli

Energy-Environment Program

na Rod Sobin

Task Forces: -Multifamily-ENERGY STAR-Renewables-State Energy Planning-Transition

nananaKristy Manning (MO), Ashley Duckman (AGA)Tristan Vance (IN), Jeff Ackermman (CO)

Sandy FazeliTodd SimsStephen GossMelissa Savage, Sandy FazeliDavid Terry

+ Support for State Energy Offices –

Regional Program and CrosscuttingRegional Program and Peer-to-Peer Support

Facilitate regional coordination among state energy officials and staff Develop multi-state programs to leverage resources Elevate issues and solutions through NASEO Committees Energy Outlook Conference, Annual Meeting, Regional Meetings

One-on-One Assistance Leverage NASEO Staff and Affiliate Member Experts: Planning, Energy

Assurance, Electricity, Financing, Codes, Transportation, State Policies and Programs, Federal Regulations, Environmental

Assist in resolving SEP and other DOE programmatic issues State Energy Director and Senior Staff training in DC

State Energy Planning Tracking and analysis of state plans, expertise on best practices in

state planning and stakeholder processes, data analysis support

Financing and Commercialization (See Financing slide) State Financing Database, Technical Assistance (e.g., QECB, PACE) Loan Program Development, leverage federal agencies (e.g., HUD) Emerging Opportunities (e.g., Green Banks)

+ BuildingsPolicy, Projects, and Assistance

Coordinate with buildings trade and advocacy groups on national policy development (e.g., benchmarking, codes, ZNE, R&D, labeling)

Assist DOE and States in developing national energy codes conference Provide on demand building energy code technical assistance for states Lead monthly building energy code meeting to promote coordination among

national, local, and regional technical assistance providers Lead state-city building energy code initiative with IMT Lead building energy code development state awareness initiative Lead TX residential building energy code field study on compliance Support VA, KY, GA on ESPC project to advance EM&V / emissions plans Support state public facility retrofit efforts (e.g., Energy Services Coalition) Established NASEO ENERGY STAR Task Force, Developed ENERGY STAR Schools

Profiles, Initiated EPA-NASEO ENERGY STAR webinar “tools” series Hosted and facilitated national Residential Building Energy Labeling workshop

Activities Under Development

Zero Net Energy Policy and Program Support Commercial Building Energy Code Support Facilitate National Residential Building Energy Labeling Working Group to harmonize

labeling approaches in the marketplace

+Energy Security

Policy, Projects, and Assistance Facilitate information flow among public and private sectors to address

interdependencies, resiliency, cybersecurity, and emergency response Assist state efforts to address high-priority supply disruptions

Engaged Secretary of Energy to re-establish the Energy Emergency Assurance Coordinators (EEAC) program – resulted in an implementation MOU among DOE, NASEO, NARUC, NEMA, NGA, NCSL (February 2016)

Support SEO’s energy infrastructure data analysis, risk assessment, and decision making capabilities – Risk Assessment Online Library

Worked with DOE to Advance Energy Assurance Grants in FY’17 Budget

Activities Under Development Reinvigorate the EEAC system, identify EEAC contacts, conduct EEAC training Conduct topical and/or regional energy assurance exercises Support DOE in implementing the energy security provisions of the FAST Act, which, in part,

calls upon DOE to increase engagement among States, the oil and natural gas industry, and the Department in developing State and local energy assurance plans; establish routine training programs for key government emergency response positions with the Department and States; and involve States and the oil and natural gas industry in exercise programs

Create a modern reference guide for State Energy Assurance Planning

+ Financing

Policy, Projects, and Assistance

Assist State Energy Offices with the development and use of energy efficiency,

renewables, and energy infrastructure financing (focus on public-private models)

Completed a major update of NASEO’s State financing online database 35 states have revolving loan funds or credit enhancement programs, and nearly every state has

interaction with financing in some way (e.g., PACE, green bank exploration)

32 states + DC have enacted PACE-enabling legislation. Of these, 15 (including DC) have

completed commercial projects. 3 have residential (Florida, California, Missouri)

24 states’ comprehensive energy plans cite financing as an important tool

Developed PACE report on options for States to support and streamline programs

Submitted NASEO recommendations to HUD on FHA guidance

Provide one-on-one financing guidance to State Energy Offices as requested (e.g.,

advisory projects with DC, MD, IL)

Respond to U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and Administration requests about energy

financing activities and needs

Activities Under Development

Engage HUD and USDA to facilitate collaboration with DOE and State Energy Offices

Establish Residential PACE working group to identify best practices and ensure

consumer protection

+ Fuels and Grid Integration

Policy, Projects, and Assistance Share State Energy Office best practices and policy and planning actions in support of

governor and legislature priorities (distinct from regulation) in such areas as: RTO policy input (e.g., renewables, EE, reliability) by facilitating SEO-RTO-PUC

engagement (e.g., PJM – Mid-Atlantic States; New England States) Provide input to State Energy Offices on PUC case intervention Engage national electricity trade associations (EEI, APPA, NRECA) and key state

organizations (NARUC, NASUCA) on “unpacking” value elements of the grid EMAP – Assist MI, NV, and VA in developing comprehensive roadmaps and actions to

address energy infrastructure modernization challenges Facilitate State Energy Office input on QER 1.2

QER 1.2 workshops September 2015 and February 2015; Issues briefing memo (April 2016); NASEO formal QER 1.2 comments June 2016 and comments on QER reports

Solar Energy Policy, Program, and Regulatory Assistance NCSL and NASEO training, tools, and technical assistance program for states Support NREL on strategic solar training and analysis activities for states

Activities Under Development NASEO New England grid initiative (utilizing QER data and analysis) Elevate State Energy Office views on national electricity transmission, distribution,

storage, reliability, demand response and renewables actions (e.g., FERC, DOE, Interior)

+Government Affairs

Monthly Calls, State Input, Board Direction

NASEO Government Affairs Committee monthly calls, led by Jeff Genzer and NASEO’s Chair, inform states, answer questions, seek input

NASEO’s Board sets Policy Goals and Priorities (quarterly meetings, monthly Executive Committee calls)

Engage in all national energy policy areas – supply, demand, fossil, renewables, efficiency, financing, transportation, rural, etc.

Bring a State Energy Office view to development of legislation, Executive Branch actions, regulations, and appropriations

Initiated a NASEO Staff Expert and State Projects strategy in 2012 to elevate State Energy Office activities, capabilities, and priorities with trade and advocacy groups, federal agencies, and Congress

Expanded priority policy and appropriations work includes SEP and WAP, as well as grid modernization, energy assurance, R&DD, financing, renewables, transportation and other key state energy issues

Completed SEP Success Stories Website and materials

Activities Under Development

NASEO State Energy Transition Bipartisan Recommendations NASEO Issues Agenda

+Transportation

Policy, Projects, and Assistance

Share SEO best practices in leveraging CMAQ funds for alternative fuels

Engage national, regional, and local stakeholders to develop innovative financing business models that promote alternative fuel vehicle and infrastructure deployment

Implementing “i-REV” program focused on promoting the use of alternative fuels in emergency management and response plans and processes (July 2015-2017)

Facilitate SEO input on DOE Clean Cities resources and publications

Created the nation’s first EV technical reference manual

Supporting District of Columbia greening the fleet initiative

Supporting NREL on emerging state energy-related transportation issues

Activities Under Development

Elevating new approaches that integrate transportation, community, and multi-family housing planning with the aim of reducing overall energy costs, lowering emissions, and increasing energy efficiency

Greater engagement with DOT and transportation programs TIGER, CMAQ

+Affiliates’ ProgramA robust and engaged network of +60 private-sector partners, including representatives from business, trade associations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, laboratories, and government.

+Energy – Environment Program

“No Regrets” Energy and Air Actions: Long-Term Issue . . . Near-Term Strategy

Facilitating Credit for Energy and Environmental Credit for Voluntary and Privately Delivered Energy Efficiency NASEO engaged with States and ESCO industry on Public Facilities Retrofits . .

. About $6B of private investment annually (total project cost) NASEO developed multi-state ESPC tracking project (e.g., VA, GA, KY) to

leverage broad energy, economic, environmental benefits Support State Energy Office Led National Energy Efficiency Registry NASEO worked with dozens of trade associations and experts to develop

energy efficiency program “pathways” for potential use in state environmental compliance planning efforts

Energy-Air Technical Assistance

NASEO expert assistance available to interested states in adopting and adapting energy efficiency program pathways for potential compliance with existing and future power sector air and water regulations

Extensive Clean Power Plan comments and engagement. NOTE: NASEO has not taken a position on the appropriateness of EPA’s CPP

ASQ – Answers to States Questions online FAQ system launched with ACEEE and RAP. States submit energy-air compliance questions for expert response

3N+ Coordination to facilitate least cost energy-environmental approaches

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May 12, 2014

Gina McCarthy Administrator U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20460

Dear Administrator McCarthy:

On behalf of the National Association of Clean Air Agencies, the National Association of

Regulatory Utility Commissioners and the National Association of State Energy Officials, we are

pleased to submit to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency the attached principles regarding

the use of energy efficiency as a compliance measure under Section 111d of the Clean Air Act. As you know, while our associations may not all agree about other aspects of Section 111d

(including whether it should go forward), we believe that state plans should allow demand side

energy efficiency measures to be considered as a potential option.

Our three organizations have worked diligently over several months to accommodate the states’

various interests, and we believe these principles set forth a road map that is worthy of

consideration.

Please let us know if you and your staff are interested in discussing these matters in more detail.

Respectfully submitted,

Bill Becker Charles Gray David Terry

Executive Director, Executive Director Executive Director National Association of National Association of National Association of

Clean Air Agencies Regulatory Utility Commissioners State Energy Officials

cc: Janet McCabe

Joe Goffman

Ongoing cooperation among

NASEO, the National

Association of Clean Air

Agencies and the National

Association of Regulatory

Utility Commissioners – “3N”

Sector-by-Sector energy

efficiency compliance

development

3N compliance pathways

meeting December 2014

Assist states in developing

energy-air compliance options

utilizing energy efficiency

“3N+” Energy Environmental Cooperation

+Contact Information

• David Terry, Executive Director

• Jeff Genzer, General Counsel

• Donna Brown, Director, Finance and Accounting

• Garth Otto, Manager, Operations and Accounting

• Sandy Fazeli, Senior Program Director, Financing

• Fred Hoover, Senior Program Director, Fuels and Grid

• Melissa Savage, Senior Program Director, SEP; State Policy

• Rod Sobin, Senior Program Director, Energy-Air Policy

• Shemika Spencer, Program Director, Energy Assurance

• Stephen Goss, Program Manager, Fuels and Grid

• Cassie Powers, Program Manager, Transportation

• Todd Sims, Program Manager, Buildings Programs

• Jeff Pillon, Program Director, Energy Assurance

• Charles Clinton, Senior Advisor, Regional Program

• Brian Henderson, Regional Program

• Bill Nesmith, Regional Program

• John Davies, Senior Advisor, Buildings Program

2107 Wilson BlvdSuite 850Arlington, VA 22201Phone: 703.299.8800

www.naseo.org