ZNE Technical Potential

The study will provide data on technical and economic potentials of specific market segments. The project is a secondary research paper study and may not provide details on behavior or decision processes directly, it will highlight areas in which furthermore in-depth studies can explore such areas for specific high potential market segments.

Southern California Edison (SCE) conducted this Zero Net Energy (ZNE) technical and market potential review as part of its Emerging Technologies Program (ETP) to identify the business segments and building types best suitable for ZNE new construction and retrofits in SCE's service territory. This report proposes a method for scoring and prioritizing potential ETP Demonstration Showcase (D/S) ZNE projects to advance the objectives of the California Long Term Energy Efficiency Strategic Plan (CLTEESP). The scoring method applies to the six business segments and building types that have the highest potential to achieve reliable ZNE results (high "ZNE potential") and the associated opportunities and obstacles are outlined in this report. Finally, this report identifies any D/S ZNE projects that correspond to the selected business segments and building types.