Version Updates:
6.9.1
Cover:
- Changed IRS updated Mileage rate
8.1.8
Project Information:
- Changed IRS updated Mileage rate
- Updated delivered fuel pricing
- Updated Region to match NYSERDA’s delivered fuel regions
Energy Efficiency Upgrades:
- Fixed Thermostat saving units to kBtu/hr
Summary:
- Fixed issue with Central Air Conditioning Incentive
CSV export:
- Updates and bug fixes
HPXML:
- Fixed miscellaneous errors
8.1.7
Pilots:
- Added KEDNY Equity Program measures
Project Information:
- Region now auto-populates based on project location
- Household size limited to 6 individuals
Direct Install:
- Fridge/Freezer pricing updates
- Fridge/Freezer kWh now calculates based on size and configuration
Energy Efficiency Upgrades:
- Insulation Accessories rearranged and auto-calculates total costs
Summary:
- Fixed measures Prequalification status
- Message alerts when data is missing
- Insulation location now included in Summary Tab
CSV export:
- Added missing data from multiple measures to messaging alerts
- Updates and bug fixes
Audit Report:
- Fixed formatting issues on PDF
- Fixed recommended measures data presentation
- Added recommended measure total cost
- Cleaned up images file size
HPXML:
- Fixed miscellaneous errors
8.1.6.1
Energy Efficiency Upgrades:
- EC Motor saving calculations corrected
Summary:
- Fixed Tier 3 DI (B) incentive percentage
- Incentive caps now take into account other grants/incentives
CSV export:
- Fixed
- Added DWH Pressure Relief Drain tube
- Tier 3 projects only show DI measures
HPXML:
Fixed Miscellaneous errors
**NEW Version** 8.1.6+
General:
- Added checks for commonly missed data entries
- Fixed HPXML and CSV related issues
Energy Efficiency Upgrades:
- Fixed issues related to Air Source Heat Pump measures
- Made corrections to insulation R-values
- Changed Total Insulation R-value to include existing and added R-values
- Added Closed Cell Foam insulation as an option for Garage Ceilings
Summary:
- Fixed Prequalified measure indicators
- Added column for Customer Contributions (labeled ‘Actual’) to override Estimated when needing to improve Project Cost Effectiveness
CSV export:
Corrected MMBTU savings
**NEW Version** 8.1.4+ New version aligned with Program updates as of March 28, 2020. This updated version corrects functionality issues encountered in v8.0-8.1.2.
6.9
General:
Corrected Mileage and Air Sealing Labor Rate pricing
6.8
General:
- Updated measure pricing
AHP Direct Install:
- Delete all history from prior projects when switching to AHP Direct Install Program Type
ASHP Calculator:
- Modified formatting Max ASHP Heating Cap at Des Tmp °F to highlight cell when input is required
Export:
Modified Installed Cost formulas to address rounding errors occurring in the Uplight Portal
6.7
Update:
Mileage reimbursement per mile updated to 58.5 cents to align with the 2022 IRS Standard Mileage Rate.
6.6
General:
- Removed COVID 19 compliance requirement language
Cover:
- Added Project Deferral option
DHW Tank:
- Removed Heat Pump Demonstration Program option
ASHP Calculator:
- Removed Heat Pump Demonstration Program option
GSHP Calculator:
- Removed Heat Pump Demonstration Program option
Heating Systems:
- Eliminated NFG WiFi thermostat pricing of $150.00 so all Upstate WiFi thermostats incentives are the same.
- Added Pellet Stove as Heating System Replacement option.
6.5
ASHP Calculator:
- Updated ASHP Calculator to match ASHP Proforma – Clean Heating and Cooling – 6.22.2021 v.2021.3.xlsm
- Added capacity to better handle systems installed in areas with outside design temperatures between 12 °F and 17°F
- Modified weather stations associated with locations with outside design temperatures significantly different than those in the greater surrounding region.
Insulation:
- Modified Post Completion Efficiency formula to fix error when Heating System – Duct and Heating System Repair is proposed (but no T & C is proposed).
Heating System:
- Modified formula that determines percentage of fuel allocated for space heating when space and dwh use the same fuel by factoring in the UEF of the dwh system.
6.4
EmPower Package:
- Added Attic Floored as option for attic insulation (6” & 8” ceiling joist cavities)
Insulation:
- Modified foam pricing significant digits to eliminate rounding errors in measure cost
Including:
Foam Board
Closed Cell Foam
Open Cell Foam
Rim Joist Foam
Band Joist Foam
- Modified formulas that were causing high electrical savings when heat pumps are proposed.
ASHP Calculator & GSHP Calculator:
- Modified formula for “MEASURED Annual Fuel Use (for Space Heating ONLY)” {brown cell} so that DHW btus are not included when domestic water is heated with the same fuel the home is heated with.
6.3
Insulation:
Updated foam pricing (Contractor Resource Manual – Section 7.7)
Including:
Foam Board
Closed Cell Foam
Open Cell Foam
Rim Joist Foam
Band Joist Foam
6.2
ASHP Calculator tab:
Updated incentive pricing for Downstate to match FAQ
Invoice tab:
Fixed Invoice worksheet Freezer 1 & Freezer 2 Size labels
6.1
General:
Updated fuel pricing (New York Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® Energy Pricing)
Changed Hard Wood energy content to 24,000,000 Btu/cord
Cover tab:
Zip Code restricted to 5 digits
Heating Systems:
Updated Furnace Filter and Filter Slot Cover pricing
Air Sealing:
Fixed issue with Air Sealing Savings calculation
ASHP & GSHP Calculator tab:
Various formatting data validation modifications
6.0
General:
Updated measure pricing
5.9.2
General:
Fixed issues with savings calculations for delivered fuels affecting AHP projects exported to the Portal.
Insulation:
Fixed issues with Landlord Contribution Measure dropdown list.
ASHP/GSHP Calculator:
Fixed formulas for Coal pricing.
Base heating system Fuel Use Override is now locked with Annual Fuel Use that is entered in the Cover tab.
ASHP Calculator:
Fixed HSPF Total/Weighted Avg so it now averages HSPF when there are multiple systems with different HSPFactors.
Added ‘Outside’ text to Design Temp (this field should be outside Design Temp from Manual J, not inside.)
5.9.1
Fridge_Freezer:
Fixed issues preventing Freezer 1 from calculating savings.
ASHP/GSHP Calculator:
Fixed formulas for Coal pricing.
Approval: HP Demo Electric and Ductwork modification costs are no longer double accounted for in the heat pump cost.
5.9
General: Removed Soft Wood as a fuel type.
Heat Pump Study Program:
ASHP Calculator tab updated and Heat Pump Study features added.
GSHP Calculator tab added (with Heat Pump Study features).
DHW Tank tab updated with Heat Pump Study features
Refrigerator & Freezers: Updated pricing and location availability. Added note when a specific size is not available.
DWH Tank: Added clarifying language about Replacement Recovery Efficiency and where to find it.
UEF can now be entered as a decimal number.
Audit Report: Repaired issues with generating an audit report.
5.8.1
General – Unlocked the Express Contract Project ID cell so an ID number can be added when EmPCalc is first opened up.
Fixed Invoice cost for Fire Protection so it now reflects Upstate/Downstate price differences.
Corrected double accounting for refrigerator costs in Approval tab when Includes Agency Fee box is checked in the Fridge_Freezer tab.
5.8
All non-AHP Direct Install data is now deleted when that is selected as the Project Type.
Invoice and Approval tabs now correctly include costs for Attic Accessories added to the Health & Safety tab and Fireproofing. (Only effects EmPower Projects)
5.7
General – Modified how attic insulation accessory costs are allocated in the Health and Safety tab for EmPower projects. Attic Ventilation, and Attic Insulation related measures entered in the Health and Safety tab will now be added to Attic insulation measure(s) and SIR for EmPower projects.
AHPDI projects – Modified tool to restrict MUNI electric customer’s from accessing AHPDI incentives.
5.6.2
General – Corrected issues that were disabling tool when accessing the Invoice worksheet and producing an Audit Report
Notes tab – Unlocked text-box so information can be copied for adding to Portal
5.6.1
General – Corrected issues with generating HPXML export file for AHPwES projects.
ASHP Calculator Tab – Opened option to indicate if ASHP will satisfy whole house full load.
5.6
Added “AHP Direct Install Measures” Tab for the Assisted Home Performance – Direct Install program. See {insert link} for details.
Added “Healthy Homes” and “Healthy Homes Export” Tabs for the Healthy Homes program. See {insert link} for details.
Cover Tab – Added “AHPDI” to “Program Type”.
Cover Tab – Added “Healthy Homes” to Program Type.
Cover Tab – Removed “Market Only” option.
Cover Tab – Added “AHP Direct Install” to Audit Type.
5.5
Added “ASHP Calculator” Tab for air source heat pump improvement measures.
Cover Tab – Added “ASHP” measure.
Cover Tab – Added “Project Type” for special programs.
5.4
Added “Cooling Systems” Tab for Room Air Conditioners (RAC) and Central Air Conditioner (CAC) improvement measures.
Added “Cooling Replacement” measure.
Cover Tab – Added “Program Type” options for special program integration.
5.3.45
Language added to attest that work submitted to the Program was conducted in compliance with COVID 19 requirements.
5.3.44
Deduction of Landlord Contribution is present on Cover Tab when dollar amount is entered and a measure is selected.
5.3.43
Fridge_Freezer Tab – New notes section to enter explanation of faulty appliance(s) that need replacement.
Insulation Tab – Landlord Contribution section to enter dollar amount and measure.
Insulation Tab – New notes section to enter any information regarding the existing or proposed insulation.
Notes Tab – General Notes section to enter any additional notes that will write to the Black Notes section (below.)
Notes Tab – Black Notes section which collects all notes throughout EmPCalc and is not editable. These notes should continue to be copied and pasted into the Portal for the Review Team.
Formatting Updates throughout EmPCalc – Various formatting to visually enhance EmPCalc for better user experience.
