Wine Industry Efficiency Solutions Program (WIES)
Objective
The Wine Industry Efficiency Solutions Program is available to qualifying small and mid-sized
wineries that receive gas and/or electric service from PG&E. The focus of the WIES Program is
to achieve lower energy usage and increased sustainability in the wine industry. Administered
by Resource Solutions Group (RSG), the program offers unbiased technical service, education
and support though a tailored energy management approach to facility staff to identify, evaluate
and promote the installation of energy efficiency measures to reduce the operating expenses
and improve the efficiency of facility operations.
Program Services
Comprehensive Energy Audits and Reports:
Energy audits are conducted to identify the most cost-effective facility upgrades to implement.
A comprehensive energy management plan is developed for each participant that
describes energy efficiency measures to implement, promoting those measures with the
highest Internal Rate of Return and energy savings that will meet the winery´s
specific operational needs.
Installation Support Services (IS Services):
Customers who commit to installing the recommended upgrades can receive direct project
implementation assistance including:
- Project Financing Support- Assistance in developing and submitting an application
for a low interest loan to support implementation of the project,
- Bid Package Development- Develop equipment specs, terms and conditions, bidder instructions, etc.,
- Bid Support and Evaluation- Perform walkthroughs, evaluate bids, and provide recommendations, and
- Contracting and Project Management- Support contracting process, manage schedule, report progress,
develop punch list and perform inspection.
Facility Staff Education and Networking:
Resource Solutions Group will seek opportunities to educate facility staff and network
with industry suppliers to increase staff´s knowledge and interest in energy efficient technologies.
Program Incentives
Incentives will be given in the form of IS Services, cash incentives and bonuses. An overall Project
Incentive amount will be calculated (equivalent to PG&E´s incentives for the same measures),
based on each measure identified for implementation and the level of IS Services requested,
with bonus cash incentives offered for early adoption and quick installation.
A catalog of incentives and equipment specifications is available here: Master Rebate Catalog.
The WIES Program is offered on a first-come, first-served basis while funding lasts. This program
may be modified or terminated without notice. Program services are offered at no direct
cost to participating wineries.
Contact information
For more information about the WIES Program, please contact:
WIES Program Manager or (650) 729-2069
