Clean Energy
What is an REC?
A Renewable Energy Certificate is a market-based instrument that represents the property rights to the environmental, social and other non-power attributes of renewable electricity generation. RECs are issued when one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity is generated and delivered to the electricity grid from a renewable energy resource.
What household retrofits can save the most energy?
LED lighting, efficient AC, insulation/air sealing
True or false: A dedicated electrical connection is required for an EV charger?
False: Level I chargers can plug in to any common 120V outlet. A Level II charger uses a 240V outlets (like an electric dryer plug) and charges.
Name two of the four ways customers can receive their energy bill?
Paperless billing with eBill, eBill at the Bank, EDI, Paper Bill
What form of energy moves Turbines?
Wind, natural gas, coal and hydro
Which uses more energy, a lightbulb or charging a phone?
Light Bulb (Fun fact, some new LED lights use the same wattage as a fast charger)
How many plug-in electric vehicles are owned by citizens in Texas? How many plug-in electric vehicles are in Xcel Energy's fleet?
More than 36,500 on the roads in Texas and more than 35 plug-in vehicles at Xcel Energy, including 2 in Texas.
What percentage of our customers are signed up for text outage notifications?
53%
How much of the nation’s wind capacity does Xcel Energy operate?
In 2018, 25% of Xcel Energy's power was generated from renewable sources
What equipment uses the most electricity in a typical home?
Typically, Air conditioning
How may electric vehicle models are available on the market?
There are more than 25 EV models, from sedans to minivans to SUVs and sports cars. Many are priced similar to new conventional cars, after incentives. Try Xcel Energy's EV model advisor to learn which vehicle might fit you driving situation the best. http://www.xcelenergy.com/EV
Approximately how many total downloads have there been of the mobile app since it was released in May 2017?
500,000
How much has Xcel Energy reduced emissions in the southwest since 2005 (TX and NM, as a percentage)?
38% between 2005 and 2018, with an increase of 2% to 19% wind and reduction of coal from 54% to 30% of the system mix.
What does DSM stand for?
Demand side management
What is the longest range for an electric vehicle?
335 miles. There are now 8 EVs that can drive more than 200 miles on a single charge including the Nissan Leaf, Jaguar iPace, Chevy Bolt, Audi eTron, Hyundai Kona, and three Tesla models. The Ford Fusion Energy, a plug-in hybrid, can travel for 610 miles with gasoline back up and 25 miles of all electric range.
What percentage of customer's receive a paperless bill?
41%
Approximately how may tons of Carbon emissions has Xcel Energy and its consumers avoided so far by using renewable energy?
1.5 million tons per year, in 2018. Xcel Energy so far (from 2005-2018) has reduced carbon emissions 32.6 million tons – including all the renewables on our systems, coal plant retirements, customer efficiency/choice programs, etc.
How do Xcel Energy customers get a rebate for energy efficiency?
Visit XcelEnergy.com for more information and work through approved sponsors.
True or false? There are tax and rebate incentives to purchase an EV
True. The Federal government offers a tax credit of up to $7,500 based on the battery size (consult with a tax advisor about your personal tax situation)
What are two different ways you can pay your bill digitally (not by mailing in a check or visiting a paystation)?
Mobile App, Voice App, My Account, Through your bank site, Over the IVR/phone, Autopay