Energy Efficiency Archives

Pages Categorized With: "Energy Efficiency"

Evaluation, Measurement and Verification

Evaluation, Measurement, and Verification (EM&V) is the process by which energy professionals make sure energy efficiency programs and projects are saving energy and money as intended. It helps energy professionals assess how programs are working and decide what energy-saving strategies to pursue in the future. The DNREC State Energy Office (SEO) has

The Delaware Energy Efficiency Advisory Council

The Delaware Energy Efficiency Advisory Council (EEAC) is a collaborative panel of representatives that develops statewide programs to increase energy efficiency, reduce energy usage, and lower consumer energy costs. The council was established by the legislature in 2014 as part of the Delaware Energy Act (29 Del.C. Chapter 80, Subchapter II) which

Energy Efficiency

The DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy supports energy efficiency and conservation programs that help reduce energy use and its impact on the state’s environment and public health. Every investment in energy efficiency helps increase productivity and profits for business, reduces the production of harmful greenhouse gasses, lowers energy costs, and improves the value

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant

The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, is a formula grant program designed to assist states, local governments and tribes to implement strategies to reduce energy use, reduce fossil fuel emissions and improve energy efficiency.

Cool Switch Low-Impact Refrigerant Program

The Cool Switch Low-Impact Refrigerant Program’s goal is to incentivize the use of refrigerants with lower Global Warming Potential impacts. For more information, please contact Lauren Tyre at Lauren.Tyre@delaware.gov or 302-735-3360. Program Overview

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Energy Efficiency Investment Fund

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) administers Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF) rebates to support non-residential facilities in replacing aging and inefficient equipment and systems with energy efficient alternatives.

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Building Energy Codes

The DNREC State Energy Office (SEO) supports the adoption and implementation of energy conservation codes that help make buildings across Delaware more comfortable, affordable and energy efficient. Regularly updating building standards for new residential and commercial construction as well as working with builders, code officials and other stakeholders to facilitate implementation are

Program Guidelines and Operational Procedures

The purpose of these guidelines is to define procedures relating to the Cool Switch Low-Impact Refrigerant Program (Cool Switch). The goal in establishing these guidelines is to provide a streamlined procedure for administering and distributing program funds. These guidelines provide rules of practice and procedures for rebate applications and disbursement of rebates

Program Guidelines and Operational Procedures

This page presents the program guidelines and operational procedures for the Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF), which provides rebates to support non-residential facilities in replacing aging and inefficient equipment and systems with energy efficient alternatives.

Version 8.1 Effective February 2026

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About the Energy Efficiency Investment Fund

This is a collection of questions and answers about the Delaware Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF). If you have questions on program eligibility, the application process or need help completing the application, email DCCE.EnergyRebates@NV5.com or call 802-482-5645. Please refer to the program guidelines for more details for the specific pathway requirements and

EEIF Participating Contractors

This page lists contractors who are available and qualified to develop and complete projects funded under the Delaware Energy Efficiency Investment Fund (EEIF).

Participating Contractor Webinar Recording (YouTube) The EEIF program held a webinar for participating contractors on Oct. 23, 2025.

Energy Efficiency Resource Standards Workgroup

The Energy Efficiency Resource Standards (EERS) Workgroup came together in 2009 to assist the planning process and implementation of energy reduction objectives and quantitative targets for Delaware. The workgroup submitted its report to the Secretary of DNREC in June of 2011. Background The workgroup was established

Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Meetings

Meetings of the Energy Efficiency Advisory Council and its subcommittees are posted on the DNREC Calendar of Events and on the Delaware Public Meeting Calendar. Collected meeting materials are posted here for council members and the public. 2026 Meetings

January 8, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Meeting

May 13, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Low-Income Energy Efficiency Subcommittee Meeting

May 13, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup Meeting

May 13, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Meeting

July 8, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Low-Income Energy Efficiency Subcommittee Meeting

July 8, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup Meeting

July 8, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Meeting

October 13, 2020 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup Meeting

January 12, 2021 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup Meeting

January 13, 2021 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Low-Income Workgroup Meeting

January 13, 2021 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council Meeting

April 13, 2021 -- Energy Efficiency Advisory Council EM&V Workgroup Meeting