Users must take precautions in shared-savings financing

Journal Article · Mon Aug 02 04:00:00 EDT 1982 · Energy User News; (United States)

OSTI ID:6945050

Rakowski, R R

Participants in shared-savings financial arrangements should take care that both the energy-management company and the end users are sound risks. Many contractors are unqualified or too inexperienced to make accurate cost calculations or sound equipment decisions. Some contractors have illegally raised prices to compensate for the tax deduction available for conservation equipment. End users should have good base-period information to insure the credibility of their savings figures. Contracts should include mutual obligations guaranties and an integrated source of responsibility. Contract variables include the length of terms, the percentage of savings shared, and equipment-brand agreements. (DCK)

• Research Organization: RBC Inc., Bridgewater, NJ
• OSTI ID: 6945050
• Journal Information: Energy User News; (United States), Journal Name: Energy User News; (United States) Vol. 7:31; ISSN EUSND
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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