Constellation Energy's Projects & Services Group (CEPS) long considered renewable energy resources an important part of our product portfolio. Not only are they important for protecting the environment, improving our national energy security and reducing our dependency on foreign oil imports. They can also be effective solutions for reducing energy costs and managing risk. This is especially vital today, with the emphasis on renewable energy in the 2005 Energy Policy Act and the large number of renewable energy incentives available through a Federal and State programs.

CEPS has significant experience in a variety of renewable energy resources, including:

• Geothermal Heat Pumps: Geothermal heat pumps utilize the earth's energy to heat and cool buildings and heat domestic water, resulting in significant energy savings compared to traditional air-source heat pumps or standard air conditioning. CEPS was awarded the Department of Energy's Technology Specific Super Energy Savings Performance Contract for Geothermal Heat Pumps, and has installed over 2,000 of these systems.
• Biomass Fuel: Biomass is a renewable energy resource derived from the carbonaceous waste of various human and natural activities. It is derived from numerous sources, including landfill gas, digester gas, agricultural crops, major parts of household waste and wood. These waste products provide a cost effective energy source to replace traditional fossil fuel sources such as gas, oil and coal. CEPS was awarded the Department of Energy's Technology Specific Super Energy Savings Performance Contract for Biomass and Alternative Methane Fuel Sources.
• Photovoltaic: Photovoltaic are made of semi-conducting materials and directly convert sunlight into electricity. They can be used for a variety of energy applications, from lighting to providing power to the electrical grid. CEPS has installed numerous photovoltaic lighting systems for both indoor and outdoor applications.
• Solar Heating: Solar heating systems collect solar energy and utilize this renewable source for a variety of heating applications such as water heating and space heating. CEPS has installed several solar heating systems, including domestic hot water and generator housing.
• Daylighting: Daylighting uses the natural light from the sun to provide the most economical and environmentally responsible lighting technique. Either passive or active daylighting systems can be used to bring the light from the sun into a building. This significantly reduces your lighting costs compared to even the most efficient lighting systems. The majority of people prefer natural light and thrive in this environment. CEPS has installed numerous daylighting systems for both office and industrial applications.

In addition, we are tracking the renewable energy incentives available nationwide via Federal and State Programs and utilizing these resources to provide customers the most cost effective solutions.