February 2021 Program Updates |
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Thank you, Participating Contractors, for attending the 2021 Virtual Kick-Off Event and making it a success. In case you weren’t able to join us, you can find a copy of the presentation on our website here.
If you registered for the event later than 1/4/21, we are working on shipping out your welcome kit and you should receive it within the next few weeks, pending USPS shipping delays.
Congratulations to our 2020 Participating Contractor Award Winners!
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CEGY - Gold kWh Savings Award
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SiteLogIQ - Top Comprehensive Common Area Project Award
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Bottom Line Utility Solutions - Contractor of the Year and Outstanding Contractor Award
We are looking forward to seeing what 2021 brings and how we can make it even better. To ensure we are improving as a program. Please be sure to complete the Contractor Satisfaction Survey sent out after projects are completed. If you have any questions about this survey, please reach out to your Account Manager.
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GPC Program Internship Opportunity |
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Late in 2020, SoCalREN launched the Green Path Careers (GPC) Program, an initiative designed to provide young adults transitioning from the state foster care system with the education, training, and guidance needed to start their own career in energy efficiency. The GPC Program provides participants with the opportunity to pursue internships with local contractors to gain hands-on experience. All GPC participants eligible for the internship portion of the Program have earned BPI Certifications, and their salaries are fully funded through the Los Angeles County Youth Employment Program so there is no cost to you!
If you’re interested in learning more about the GPC Program or would like to learn more about how to partner with the Program to provide an internship opportunity, visit the Program page on the SoCalREN site here or contact Wendy Angel.
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Program Collateral Update |
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The Program Team has made updates to the following Program collateral. Please make sure you download and use the updated versions of these materials.
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Requesting Marketing Materials
Face Masks Now Available!
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After the Virtual Kick-Off event, we had a lot of Participating Contractors request materials. We are working to get these items ordered and shipped as soon as possible. We are also now offering Program branded face masks available on the “Requesting Marketing Materials” page. As of now, we are only offering one pack of ten masks at a time but plan to offer more later in 2021. To request face masks, please click here.
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Please visit the SoCalREN COVID-19 Impacts and Updates page for the latest information on field activities, links to State and local government resources, and other information related to the pandemic. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Account Manager.
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Financing opportunities for participating customers are in development. Make energy-saving upgrades and enjoy below-market rate financing! After Program launch, we will provide training, marketing materials, and additional support to help Participating Contractors offer financing to customers.
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Managing Project Cost
The Program is implementing a new process to better track project costs.
- First, in the pre-construction stage, Participating Contractors are now required to provide a copy of the customer signed contract or quote with the project’s estimated cost included. The project costs shall only include costs related to the labor for the energy efficiency equipment and installation. The net price, deducting the estimated incentive to be delivered, must be included as well.
- At the end of the project, in the post-construction stage, all Participating Contractors must provide signed itemized invoices for the energy efficiency equipment and labor for installation.
- At project completion, the final signed itemized invoice must also include the net price of the project, deducting the actual incentive delivered.
Please note that the Program staff reserves the right to dispute any prices that seem excessive throughout the project. If you have any questions, please speak with your Account Manager.
Change Order Reminder
Change Orders are required when there is a deviation from the Reservation Letter in the following instances:
- Scope of Work
- Project Cost
- Installation Completion Date
The Program will accept a Change Order subject to Program review. The Program will not accept any increased project costs or equipment quantities without an approved Change Order.
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Did you know that adjusting the speed and flow rate of your customers’ newly installed programmable variable speed drive pool and spa pumps, as well as setting the pool pump operation to the appropriate run time based on the site’s turnover requirement, maximizes their efficiency? By adjusting these few settings, you are likely to help your customers capture all the energy savings proposed in the Assessment Report while meeting the California Energy Code calibration standards. |
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SoCalREN Energy Efficiency Learning Center
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Participating Contractors; have you taken advantage of the SoCalREN Energy Efficiency Learning Center (EELC)? The EELC is available for you and your staff to participate in e-learning courses at your own pace from the comfort and safety of your home or office. Participating Contractors can access the SoCalREN EELC as a Program benefit at no cost. The EELC offers an expanding catalog of courses in a variety of categories including HVAC, Sales and Marketing, Commercial Energy Efficiency, Continuing Education Units, Building Performance Institute (BPI), Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET), and North American Technician Excellence (NATE).
All these accredited courses can be found in the EELC. Currently, there are more than 80 active courses available. To access these courses, please email the SoCalREN team, and a login will be created for you and any staff members interested in taking advantage of this Program benefit offered by SoCalREN. Start this year off right by reviewing what the EELC has to offer for you and your staff!
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Connect With Us On Social Media |
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Give us a follow! Keep up with Program updates, virtual events, and other news happening related to the Multifamily Program. Don’t forget to tag us if you’re photographing any of your current projects. We will be sure to highlight and repost your post! |
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