FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
Q: Which entities are eligible for SEDAC Services?
Q: What services does the
SEDAC program provide?
Q: Is there a cost for
the program/services?
Q: What has the SEDAC
program accomplished?
Q: Will I be able to
afford SEDAC's recommendations?
Q: Does SEDAC provide
funding for energy efficiency projects?
Q: How long will it take
to get some recommendations?
Q: How do I apply for
SEDAC services under the SEDAC program?
Q: How can Energy Service Providers Participate in SEDAC?
Q. How can Architectural/Engineering Firms Participate in SEDAC?
Q. Which entities are eligible for SEDAC Services?
• Local (county, township, municipal), State and Federal Government
• Public Schools
• Community Colleges
• Public Universities and Colleges
• Public Safety, Water and Park Districts
• For-Profit Businesses
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Q: What services does the SEDAC program
provide?
- Energy efficiency analyses and technical design assistance
services for qualified clients who are planning energy upgrades. These analyses
identify opportunities for saving energy and money in both
existing buildings and new designs;
- Feasibility studies designed to identify economic incentives;
- Introduction to our Pre
Qualified Service Energy Provider Network;
- Identifying economic opportunities with the EPAct
2005 tax incentive program and the Illinois Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (EEPS);
- Education and Training.
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Q: Is there a cost for the program/services?
A: Services are provided for free. However, services are
limited so we prefer to optimize our time with you. For those
clients that utilize extensive resources, we expect you to implement our suggestions and we will continue
to follow-up with you to assist in the implementation process.
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Q: What has the SEDAC program accomplished?
A: Go the SEDAC
Success Summary to see the energy savings generated by
the program since its inception.
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Q: Will I be able to afford SEDAC's
recommendations?
A: SEDAC analysis will only recommend cost effective improvements
that satisfy the criteria of positive monthly cash flow, internal
rate of return, and net present value.
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Q: Does SEDAC provide funding for energy
efficiency projects?
A: No, SEDAC does not provide funding for energy efficiency
projects. However, SEDAC can point you in the right direction
for potential funding sources. The reports written by SEDAC
can be used as backup when applying for loans.
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Q: How long will it take to get some
recommendations?
A: It depends on the depth of the analysis. Quick advice
can be instant; if a site visit and in-depth energy analysis
is required it will be 5 - 8 weeks.
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Q: How do I apply for SEDAC services
under the SEDAC program?
A: Go to the SEDAC Application
page and follow the directions.
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Q. How can Energy Service Providers Participate in SEDAC?
A. Apply to be an Illinois Service Provider
The purpose of the request for qualifications (RFQ) is to compile a list of Pre-Qualified Energy Service Providers
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Q. How can Architectural/Engineering Firms Participate in SEDAC?
A. Apply to the list of Illinois Design Assistance Experts
The purpose of the request for qualifications is to compile a list of Pre-Qualified Design Assistance Experts for Design Assistance and Energy Audits to serve the program’s customers in Illinois.
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