1 The Importance of Energy Efficiency for Public Power

2 American Public Power AssociationThe service organization for the nation's more than 2,000 community-owned electric utilities. Serve more than 47 million Americans or 15% of the nation’s electricity customers Not-for profit entities Governed locally by elected or appointed officials

3 Facts About Public PowerSome of the nation's largest cities – including Los Angeles, San Antonio and Orlando – operate public power utilities, but many are small, serving 3,000 or fewer customers. 1,400 utilities serve communities with populations of 10,000 or fewer

4 Why Energy Efficiency is ImportantHelps meet growth in electricity demand May help avoid or delay construction of new generation Demonstrates environmental stewardship Provides customers with tools to control and lower bills Helps the local economy

5 Aligns Well with Public Power’s MissionActing in the best interest of the community Serving customers at the lowest cost C&I customers remain profitable and in business Can cater their programs to the needs and interests of their customers

6 2013 Energy Efficiency, DSM and Conservation Survey73 percent of survey respondents offer energy efficiency and/or demand-side management (EE/DSM) programs to their customers. Wide variety of EE/DSM programs

7 EE/DSM Programs Offered by Utilities

8 EE/DSM Programs Offered by UtilitiesRank Residential Commercial Industrial 1 Shade Tree Planting Energy Management Systems Lighting 2 Energy Education 3 Appliances/Energy Star Appliances Energy Audits 4 Water Heating Systems 5 HVAC/Heat Pumps Efficient New Construction 6 Customer-Owned Renewable Energy Generation Building Envelope Upgrades 7 Demand Response/Load Management 8 Customer O&M Program 9 10

9 Popularity with Customers

10 For more information: Ursula Schryver Vice President, Education &Customer Programs APPA (202)