USAID ENERGY EFFICIENCY DEMONSTRATIONS IN GEORGIA

摘要

In the course of the year 2000 in the Republic of Georgia, 44 energy efficiency demonstration projects were developed and implemented across the country through a USAID Energy Efficiency program. This paper describes the procedure of program preparation and construction with USAID funding and local Georgian contractors. The first reason for promoting energy efficiency in Georgia is that Georgia cannot afford to generate and import enough energy to satisfy demand. Also efficiency will have a positive environmental impact. Topics covered include: 1. Georgian energy crisis 2. Fuel data for Georgia 3. Program preparation 4. Required trainings 5. Role of Georgian Association of Energy Engineers 6. Selection of project sites 7. Contractor bids and evaluation 8. Inspection 9. Public information and awareness 10. Results 11. Benefits Total costs for the program were just over $600 k. According to preliminary data, the simple payback of the projects averages 3 years. All work was done by local engineers and contractors, and all equipment and materials were purchased on the local market. This paper shows an example of how a country can begin improving its energy situation with minimal outside help.