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Rapid Assessment Framework (RAF) Summary

Core Content

The Rapid Assessment Framework (RAF) is a decision support tool developed by the Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) in collaboration with the Urban Anchor as part of the Energy Efficient Cities Initiative (EECI). The objective of the RAF is to provide a practical and structured method for conducting rapid energy efficiency assessments in cities, identifying sectors with the highest potential for energy savings, and suggesting tailored energy efficiency interventions.

The RAF is composed of three main components:

1. City Energy Benchmarking Tool: Compares a city’s energy performance against a set of peer cities.
2. Sector Prioritization Process: Identifies the most promising sectors for energy efficiency improvements based on energy spend, opportunity for savings, and the degree of control by the city authority (CA).
3. Energy Efficiency Recommendations Module: Offers a "playbook" of 59 tried-and-tested energy efficiency interventions across six sectors: transport, buildings, water and wastewater, public lighting, solid waste, and power and heating.

Key Features

• User-friendly and low-cost: Designed for easy use and practical application in various socioeconomic settings.
• Data-driven: Relies on a database of 29 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to support the assessment.
• Contextual and flexible: Tailors recommendations to the specific conditions of the city, including local governance, infrastructure, and resource availability.
• Support for implementation: Includes a City Action Plan and recommendations sheets to guide the city in executing energy efficiency strategies.

Main Components and Workflow

① Data Collection and Benchmarking

• A database of 29 KPIs is used to gather and compare city energy use data.
• Data are collected from 132 secondary sources, including global databases and city reports.
• The benchmarking tool compares a city’s performance with 54 peer cities across six sectors, using relative energy intensity (REI) as a metric.
• Proxy data can be used where actual data are unavailable, though accuracy is affected.

② Sector Prioritization

• Sectors are prioritized based on:
  • Energy spend (by CA or city-wide)
  • Opportunity for energy efficiency improvements
  • Degree of control by the CA
• A simple calculation is used to rank sectors, with the CA determining the level of control (from 0.01 to 1).
• The prioritization process involves stakeholder engagement, data collection, and analysis to ensure contextual relevance.

③ Energy Efficiency Recommendations

• A playbook of 59 interventions is provided, with associated case studies, external guidance, and toolkits.
• Each recommendation is evaluated based on:
  • Energy savings potential
  • First cost (capital investment)
  • Speed of implementation
• 23 recommendations include energy savings calculators (Excel-based), while the remaining 36 are based on indirect or planning-related improvements.
• A 3x3 matrix is used to plot recommendations based on energy savings potential and first cost, with an additional filter for speed of implementation.

④ Field Test and Validation

• The RAF was field-tested in Quezon City, Philippines, in February–April 2010, before the original planned time due to political considerations.
• The field test helped validate the tool’s effectiveness and identify key lessons for its improvement.
• Benchmarking graphs were instrumental in engaging city stakeholders and sparking discussion.

Key Lessons and Considerations

• City boundary definitions vary, requiring careful consideration in the benchmarking process.
• Data availability is often limited, necessitating the use of proxy values.
• Political sensitivities can affect the sharing of benchmarking data.
• Support for CAs is essential during the RAF process to ensure successful implementation.
• A cautious and high-level initial assessment is recommended to avoid overcommitting to detailed interventions without proper context.

Application and Outcomes

• The final output is a City Energy Efficiency Report that includes:
  • Benchmarking results and analysis
  • Sector prioritization insights
  • A draft strategy for implementation
• The report aims to enable the city to maximize energy savings in a context-appropriate and resource-efficient manner.
• The RAF includes a monitoring and evaluation module to support long-term strategy tracking.

Support and Collaboration

• The RAF Virtual Panel of eight urban and energy/environmental practitioners provided timely feedback and guidance during the development process.
• The World Bank Country Office in the Philippines supported the field test and validation in Quezon City.
• The Quezon City Mayor and officials were fully cooperative in the implementation of the RAF.

Conclusion and Next Steps

• The RAF has been successfully tested and validated in Quezon City, demonstrating its practicality and adaptability.
• Post-RAF support is recommended to assist cities in implementing the recommendations.
• The RAF is intended for future application in other cities, with the goal of promoting energy efficiency, cost savings, and sustainable development.

Appendices

• Appendix 1: Benchmark cities by climate type
• Appendix 2: Benchmark cities by population
• Appendix 3: Benchmark cities by Human Development Index (HDI)
• Appendix 4: KPI data sources
• Appendix 5: Energy efficiency recommendations
• Appendix 6: Case studies
• Appendix 7: Financing options comparison
• Appendix 8: RAF tool guidance document

Abbreviations

• CA: City Authority
• EECI: Energy Efficient Cities Initiative
• ESMAP: Energy Sector Management Assistance Program
• KPI: Key Performance Indicator
• RAF: Rapid Assessment Framework
• REI: Relative Energy Intensity
• T & D: Transmission and Distribution

The RAF is a key tool for promoting energy efficiency in cities, offering a structured, practical, and adaptable approach to energy assessment and strategy development.