ComEd energy efficiency plan includes 30 programs, $1.4 billion investment over four years

ComEd recently introduced its new energy efficiency plan, which includes 30 programs representing a total investment of up to $1.4 billion over four years.

The plan, ComEd said, was enabled by the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA). The Illinois Commerce Commission approved the plan in 2017.

ComEd expects the programs to help its residential, business and public sector customers achieve 11.8 percent in total energy savings by the end of 2021, save approximately $7 billion on bills and reduce carbon emissions by an estimated 96 billion pounds.

Programs include various energy efficiency options, such as rebates on appliances, instant lighting discounts and savings on installation of HVAC and weatherization.

Customers at or below 80 percent area median income are eligible for programs that include free home energy assessments and upgrades and free Energy Savings Kits that include energy-saving LEDs, power strips, and faucet aerators. The plan also includes programs for public housing units, food pantries.

Public sector customers can receive free facility assessments as well as lighting, refrigeration, HVAC, and other incentives.

“We’re committed to helping customers, especially those who are historically underserved, better manage their energy use and save on their electric bills,” Val Jensen, senior vice president of customer operations at ComEd, said. “Our new energy efficiency programs for low-income communities and public sector customers are one part of a broader plan under the FEJA to deliver real consumer benefits while preparing the energy workforce of tomorrow.”