Lowering costs and improving sustainability through energy efficiency
The Wine Industry Efficiency Solutions (WIES) Program, a third-party energy efficiency program sponsored by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and administered by Resource Solutions Group, provides energy efficiency engineering services and incentives to qualifying wineries that receive gas and/ or electric service from PG&E. The focus of the WIES Program is to achieve lower energy use and increased sustainability in the wine industry.
Incentives
All engineering and technical services provided by the Wine Industry Efficiency Solutions Program are provided at no out-of-pocket cost to participating customers. Rebates offered are equivalent to rates currently offered by PG&E’s core energy efficiency programs for the same measures. Additional bonus cash rebates are available for early project commitment and quick project completion.
A catalog of incentives and equipment specifications is available here: Master Rebate Catalog.
The WIES Program is available to qualifying wine industry customers served by PG&E on a first-come, first-served basis only while funding lasts. The WIES Program runs from January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2012 and may be modified or terminated without notice.
Program Services
The WIES Program provides project analysis and on-site energy audits, cash rebates and bonuses, as well as a variety of technical services to assist customers with project development and implementation. Customers who participate in the program and commit to installing the recommended upgrades can take advantage of a variety of installation support services including:
- Bid Package Development: Develop equipment specifications, contractor terms and conditions, bidder instructions, etc.
- Bid Support and Evaluation: Perform site walkthroughs, evaluate proposals and provide recommendations.
- Contracting and Project Management: Support the contracting process, manage project schedules, report progress, develop punch list and perform final project verification.
- Project Financing Support: Assist in qualifying projects for PG&E On-Bill Financing or other low interest loans.
This program is funded by California utility customers and administered by PG&E under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.
