REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Action to Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute an Agreement with TRC Solutions, Inc. (TRC) for Electrification Rebates and Incentive Program Services for a Maximum Compensation Not to Exceed $2,935,500
Report
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clara (City) adopted its Climate Action Plan (CAP) on June 7, 2022, which articulates a comprehensive strategy for achieving carbon-neutrality by 2045. The CAP sets new targets for reaching aggressive emissions reductions across five main focus areas. One focus area is buildings and energy.
The City's Electric Department, Silicon Valley Power (SVP), does not currently offer incentives for new residential construction. Incentives encourage developers to move towards all-electric buildings by reducing the additional costs associated with electrification. SVP has identified new construction electrification programs that will help to move the City towards its electrification goals, including programs that incentivize developers and encourage residents and businesses to exceed minimum construction requirements and fully embrace an all-electric building solution.
DISCUSSION
One of SVP's goals is to advance residential and commercial electrification initiatives aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and achieving significant carbon reductions. To further this mission, SVP is proposing a new building electrification program designed specifically for multifamily housing and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), which will encompass both new construction and retrofit projects. This initiative targets an estimated 5,000 new dwelling units and 500 retrofits. The program will incorporate comprehensive market research, data analysis, and the development of innovative technologies. It will also include the provision of technical and design support, assisting stakeholders in exploring emerging strategies and identifying pathways for greater savings. Engaging with developers will be a central a...
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