Securing Funding for EnergyCAP Software: Enhancing Energy Management

Proposal to secure funding for EnergyCAP software

Executive summary Objective: Secure funding for EnergyCAP software to enhance energy management, reduce costs, and achieve sustainability goals. Key benefits: (Highlight 3-5 major benefits such as:) Save 10%+ on utility costs annually. Automate reporting and compliance processes Improve decision-making with accurate, centralized data Call to action: State the desired outcome (e.g., approval for implementation funding)

Current challenges and opportunities Current challenges How EnergyCAP can help Inefficient utility data management EnergyCAP centralizes utility bill management and data tracking Manual processes prone to errors Automates the entry and validation of utility bills no more manual data input. Time savings for staff (20+ hrs per week) enabling strategic initiatives Difficulty meeting sustainability reporting requirements Automation of Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas tracking, facilitating compliance with climate mandates. Improved stakeholder engagement with clear reporting Rising energy costs and missed savings opportunities Audits bills to help Identify hidden savings opportunities and optimize energy performance. 10%+ savings on utility costs annually

Proposed solution (Introduce EnergyCAP as the recommended solution) EnergyCAP is a comprehensive energy and sustainability management software designed to streamline utility data management, reduce costs, and support sustainability goals. Trusted by hundreds of institutions for over 40 years, it delivers ROI within 2 3 years and empowers users to optimize energy performance, save time, and achieve measurable financial and environmental benefits. Core EnergyCAP features Centralized utility bill management. Benefits Reduce energy waste and streamline operations. Automated GHG emissions reporting (Scope 1, 2, and 3). Eliminate billing errors and simplify compliance processes. Customizable dashboards for actionable insights. Prioritize and track efficiency projects for maximum ROI (save 10%+ on utility costs annually).

Cost benefit analysis Upfront costs: (Insert detailed implementation/licensing costs). Projected savings: (Include potential savings from) 10%+ utility cost reduction annually. Avoid penalties and billing errors (~5% flagged monthly). Save 37+ hours/month in employee time. ROI timeline: Typical payback in 2 3 years.

EnergyCAP implementation plan Timeline: Include phases such as: Initial setup and data migration. Staff training and onboarding. Full deployment and system integration. Support: In-person training conferences, customized in-person training, access to a free EnergyCAP online user group Implementation services with an EnergyCAP expert 24/7 customer and technical support

EnergyCAP implementation plan Implementation project management Customer support Customer success System integrations Account management Custom development CAPture services Bill CAPtureSM setup Managed services User training Utility bill and energy information Long-term value

Stakeholder impact The EnergyCAP brings teams together to capture, allocate, analyze, and report the data the way they want it. Facilities/operations teams Sustainability offices Finance teams IT departments EnergyCAP works with tools like building automation systems (BAS) and utility accounting platforms, ensuring minimal disruption during rollout and easy implementation. EnergyCAP automates Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas tracking, facilitating compliance with climate mandates, meeting carbon neutrality goals and simplifying complex reporting. EnergyCAP offers measurable ROI, with institutions typically seeing payback within 2 3 years due to reduced energy waste, streamlined processes, and avoided penalties. IT teams value security and scalability. EnergyCAP s cloud- based infrastructure ensures robust data protection while scaling easily as institutional needs grow.

Risks and mitigation strategies Protentional risk Mitigation Initial learning curve for staff Comprehensive training and onboarding support Budget concerns Emphasize ROI, cost savings, and alignment with grant opportunities. Insert additional risks Insert additional mitigation solutions

Conclusion and recommendation Recap the importance of addressing current challenges with EnergyCAP. Reiterate the measurable benefits, including cost savings, time efficiencies, and improved compliance. Examples: Cost savings: EnergyCAP customers typically save 10% or more annually on utility costs Time savings: An average of 37 hours of employee time saved per month Enhanced sustainability management: Meet climate action goals through accurate tracking of greenhouse gas emissions and automated Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions reporting. Improved data accuracy and management: EnergyCAP centralizes utility data across departments and eliminates manual entry errors. Request approval to move forward with implementation.

Additional resources Read about the ROI of EnergyCAP UtilityManagement savings and ROI information directly from the mouths of our users. Use the EnergyCAP ROI calculator to quantify the savings you ll see after EnergyCAP implementation. Read EnergyCAP Success Stories See inside all of EnergyCAP s solutions on our self-guided tour.