Up to $500 for a New AC and the Installation
APS offers an incentive for its residential customers to upgrade their AC units. The rebate amount is $250 per unit for units with a SEER 14 and EER 11.5, and $400/unit for units with SEER 16 and EER 12.25. To be eligible, AC units must meet both the SEER and EER values. Additionally, the incentive is only offered for replacement equipment, not for new construction. The APS Quality Installation Rebate Program offers an additional rebate of $100 for new equipment installations done by an APS qualified contractor. Instructions on how to find an APS qualified contractor are listed on the website.  Contact:  APS, 428 E. Thunderbird Road #749, Phoenix, AZ 85022; 602-216-0318; http://www.aps.com/main/green/choice/choice_3.html?source=acjump and http://www.aps.com/main/green/choice/choice_9.html?source=acjump
Application:  http://www.aps.com/main/_files/mktg/ACRebateForm.pdf (for the AC unit rebate) and http://www.aps.com/_files/mktg/QIRebateForm.pdf (for the installation rebate)

$250 to Repair Your Heating and Cooling Duct System
APS offers a Duct Test and Repair Rebate of up to $250 for residential customers in existing homes that seal their heating/cooling duct system using a Building Performance Institute (BPI) Certified Contractor. APS will give a rebate of 75% of the cost of the test (max. $75) and 75% of the cost of repairs (max. $175).   Contact:   APS, 428 E. Thunderbird Road #749, Phoenix, AZ 85022; 602-216-0318; http://www.aps.com/main/green/choice/choice_18.html?source=acjump
Application:  http://www.aps.com/_files/mktg/DuctTestRebateApp.pdf

$50,000 for New Solar Energy System
Under the GEOSmart Sustainable Financing Solutions Program, APS customers may receive a loan of up to $50,000, with interest rates as low as 7.99%, for a solar-energy system. Customers can choose from three basic financing plans; see the website below for more details. At this time, loans may be used to install photovoltaic (PV) systems and solar water heaters. The loan may be combined with the APS Renewable Incentive Program. Contact:  Electric and Gas Industries; 866-797-7343; http://www.egia.com/APS/APS_Index.aspx

$75,000 to Install Renewable Energy Systems
Through the Renewable Incentive Program, Arizona Public Service (APS) offers customers who install various renewable energy sources the opportunity to sell the credits associated with the energy generated to APS.  The solar technologies eligible for a rebate include photovoltaic (PV), solar hot water, solar HVAC and solar daylighting systems. Up-front incentives for PV may be de-rated based on expected performance. Renewable energy systems are eligible for a maximum of up to $75,000. Contact:  Credit Purchase Program Customer Service Line, Arizona Public Service Company, Solar Energy Services, Mail Station 3161, P.O. Box 53933, Phoenix, AZ 85072-3999; 602-328-1924; Fax:  602-250-2724; http://www.aps.com/main/green/choice/choice_23.html?source=hme

Pay Less on Your Taxes if You Sell Energy Efficient Homes
Arizona provides an individual income tax subtraction to taxpayers who sell one or more energy efficient single family residences, condominiums or town houses. The credit may be claimed in the year that the house is sold. It is equal to 5% of the sales price excluding commissions, taxes, interest, points, and other brokerage, finance and escrow charges and cannot exceed $5,000. The taxpayer may elect to transfer a subtraction under this section to the purchaser of the residence or to the financial institution that secures a mortgage or deed of trust on the residence. To complete the transfer, the taxpayer must prepare a written statement that the taxpayer has elected not to claim the subtraction and that the purchaser or financial institution may claim the subtraction.  Contact:  Tax Assistance, Arizona Department of Revenue, 1600 W. Monroe, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2650; 602-255-3381 or 800-352-4090; http://www.azdor.gov/ResearchStats/legislative%20summaries/2000leg.htm
Application:  Instructions for receiving the subtraction can be found in the instructions for Form 140, available under Forms and Instructions at http://www.revenue.state.az.us/.

Deduct $500 from Your Taxes for a New Wood Stove
This incentive allows Arizona taxpayers to deduct the cost of converting an existing wood fireplace to a qualifying wood stove. The cost to purchase and install all necessary equipment is tax deductible, up to a maximum $500 deduction. Qualifying wood stoves must meet the standards of performance for new wood heaters manufactured after July 1990 or sold after July 1992. Contact:  Arizona Department of Commerce, Energy Office, 1700 West Washington Ave., Suite 220, Phoenix, AZ 85007; 602-771-1241; http://www.azcommerce.com/Energy/

$1,000 Tax Credit for Solar Energy Installations
Arizona's Solar Energy Credit provides an individual taxpayer with a credit for installing a solar or wind energy device at the taxpayer's Arizona residence. The credit is allowed against the taxpayer's personal income tax in the amount of 25% of the cost of a solar or wind energy device, with a $1,000 maximum allowable limit, regardless of the number of energy devices installed. The credit should be claimed in the year of installation and if the amount of the credit exceeds a taxpayerís liability in a certain year, the unused portion of the credit may be carried forward for up to five years. Qualifying technologies include solar domestic water heating systems, solar swimming pool and spa heating systems, solar photovoltaic systems, solar photovoltaic phones and street lights, passive solar building systems (trombe walls, thermal mass, etc.), solar daylighting systems (excluding conventional skylights), wind generators, and wind powered pumps.  Contact:  Arizona Department of Commerce, Energy Office, 1700 West Washington Ave., Suite 220, Phoenix, AZ 85007; 602-771-1241;  http://www.revenue.state.az.us/Forms/2006/310%20instructions.pdf

Green Building Incentives for Scottsdale Homebuilders
Scottsdale's Green Building Program encourages environmentally responsible building in the Sonoran Desert region by incorporating healthy, resource- and energy-efficient materials and methods in the design and construction of homes. Incentives include expedited plan review and free promotional green building materials including a job site sign. Green building projects are reviewed and inspected as part of the city development regulatory process. As such, a green building permit is issued for construction, a green inspection card is used by the city building inspectors during construction and a green "certificate of occupancy" is issued upon completion of the project.  For more details, contact:  City of Scottsdale, 7447 E. Indian School Rd., Suite 125, Scottsdale, AZ 85251; 480-312-4202; Fax:  480-312-7314; http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/greenbuilding/

Sales Tax Exemption for Solar Energy Devices
Arizona provides a sales tax exemption for the retail sale of solar energy devices and for installation of solar energy devices by contractors. These devices include wind electric generators and wind-powered water pumps in addition to daylighting, passive solar heating, active solar space heating, solar water heating, and photovoltaics. To take advantage of these exemptions from tax, a solar energy retailer or a solar energy contractor must register with the Arizona Department of Revenue prior to selling or installing solar energy devices.  Other tax exemptions may apply.  For more details, contact:  Arizona Department of Commerce, Energy Office, 1700 West Washington Ave., Suite 220, Phoenix, AZ 85007; 602-771-1241;  http://www.azsolarcenter.com/benefits/solarsalestax.html
Application:  http://www.azdor.gov/ADOR_Forms/70-79/74-4048_fillable.pdf (Arizona Form 6015: Solar Energy Devices - Application for Registration)

Go Green and Get a Property Tax Break
Arizona's property tax exemption applies to solar energy devices and any other device or system designed for the production of solar energy for on-site consumption.  For property tax assessment purposes, these devices are considered to add no value to the property.  For a complete list of eligible devices, contact:  Tax Assistance, Arizona Department of Revenue, 1600 W. Monroe, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2650; 602-255-3381 or 800-352-4090; http://www.revenue.state.az.us/

$60,000 for Residents to Buy Solar Heating Systems
SRP's EarthWise Solar Energy Program provides incentives to residential and commercial customers who purchase photovoltaic (PV) or solar water-heating systems. For residential and commercial PV systems up to 20 kilowatts (kW) in capacity, the incentive is $3/watt DC, with a maximum payment of $60,000 per system.  For commercial PV systems over 20 kW in capacity, the incentive is $2.50/watt DC, adjusted based on the expected energy generation and verified during a 30-day performance test. There is no stated maximum incentive for commercial systems, but installations which expect to receive incentives totaling $500,000 or more require pre-approval from SRP.  To learn more, contact:  Earthwise Solar Energy Program, SRP, 1521 N. Project Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281-2025; 602-236-4448 or 602-236-8888; http://www.srpnet.com/environment/earthwise/solar/default.aspx

$8,500 for Energy Related Home Improvements
Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative (SSVEC) offers the Member Loan Program to assist individuals who have been members for at least one year with no more than two delinquencies in the past year to improve the energy efficiency of homes. The loan can range from $2,000 to $8,500.  Contact:  Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, 311 East Wilcox Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85636; 520-458-4691; Fax:  520-458-6860; http://www.ssvec.org/programs/loan.php

$150 to $500 Rebates Help You Upgrade Your Home
Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative's (SSVEC) residential rebate program offers a $500 rebate for the installation of 14 SEER or higher electric heat pumps and a $200 rebate for the installation of 14 SEER of higher dual fuel heat pumps. Members may receive rebates on water heaters, ranging from $150 to $300 per heater per home depending on whether they are replacing a fossil fuel heater, installing one for a new home, or replacing an existing electric water heater. SSVEC must receive the rebate form and invoice/receipt within 60 days of installation.  Contact:  Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, 311 East Wilcox Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85636; 520-458-4691; Fax:  520-458-6860; http://www.ssvec.org/programs/rebate.php
Application:  http://www.ssvec.org/documents/Heat_Pump_Rebate_Form_2008.pdf (heat pump rebate) and http://www.ssvec.org/programs/rebate.php (water heater rebate - click to bring up Word document application)

Low-Interest Loan Program for Energy Efficient Installations
Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative (SSVEC) members may borrow $2.00 per watt up to a maximum of 25% of the total cost of solar or wind energy system. The interest rate is 3%. The loan will be secured by a lien on the house or property. The loan will be repaid in equal monthly installments over five years for loans under $10,000 and ten years for loans over $10,000. SSVEC's loan program can be combined with their rebate program. The loan and the rebate combined cannot pay for more 75% of the system's cost.  Contact:  Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, 350 North Haskell, Willcox, AZ 85643-1718; 520-515-3473; http://www.ssvec.org/programs/energySunWatts.php 

Rebates up to 50% of Energy Project Cost
Through the SunWatts Program, Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative (SSVEC) offers home and business owners a rebate of $4/W DC for installing photovoltaic, wind and biomass systems, with a maximum rebate of 50% total unit cost. Systems must be grid-connected to be eligible for the rebate. Note that customers receive no credit or payment for excess generation that flows back to the grid.  SSVEC's rebate program can be combined with their loan program. The loan and the rebate combined cannot pay for more 75% of the system's cost.  Contact:  Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, 350 North Haskell, Willcox, AZ 85643-1718; 520-515-3473;  http://www.ssvec.org/programs/energySunWatts.php

Renewable Energy Credits for Business and Home
The SunShare Program offers incentives to encourage residential and business customers to install new photovoltaic (PV) equipment. The technologies now eligible for funding through the SunShare program all qualify under Arizona's renewable energy standard (RES) and include:  residential PV (on-grid and off-grid); non-residential PV (on-grid and off-grid); residential solar water heating and solar space heating; non-residential solar water heating and solar space heating; daylighting; wind (on-grid and off-grid); and on-grid small hydro, biomas-biogas systems, pool heating (non-residential only), space cooling, and geothermal (electric, cooling and heating systems).  To learn more about these incentives, contact:  Tucson Electric Power, 3950 E. Irvington Road, Mailstop RC 116, Tucson, AZ 85702; 520-918-8296; http://www.tep.com/Green/

$250 for High-Efficiency ACs and Heat Pumps
The Efficient Home Cooling Program provides rebates for the purchase of qualifying high-efficiency air conditioners and heat pumps. A rebate of $200 will be given for 14 SEER and a rebate of $250 will be given for equipment with a SEER rating of 15 or above. The new cooling equipment must be installed in an existing home; new homes are not eligible. Rebate applications must be submitted within 90 days of installation.   Contact: Tucson Electric Power, 3950 E. Irvington Road, Mailstop RC 116, Tucson, AZ 85702; 520-918-8296; http://www.tep.com/Green/Home/index.asp 

Discounts on Energy Efficient Light Bulbs
Tucson Electric Power has partnered with local retailers and lighting manufacturers to offer the TEP Energy Star Lighting Program. Customers can receive discounted pricing on energy-efficient lighting at participating retailers listed on the program website. The discount amount depends on the type and wattage of the bulbs.   Contact:  Tucson Electric Power, 3950 E. Irvington Road, Mailstop RC 116, Tucson, AZ 85702; 520-918-8296; http://www.tep.com/Green/Home/ESL.asp 

Green Incentives for Arizona Desert Towns
Buckeye's Green Home Building Program encourages sustainable construction for residential dwellings. It is customized to provide guidelines for environmentally responsible building in the Sonoran Desert region.  Incentives include expedited plan review, free project construction water, and family Aquatic Center Passes and a Green Home Certificate of Occupancy. Proposed Green Building projects are reviewed and inspected as part of the Townís development process. To learn more, contact:  Town of Buckeye, Community Development Department, 90 N. Apache Road, Buckeye, AZ 85326; 623-349-6199; Fax:  623-349-6199; http://www.buckeyeaz.gov/

50% Money Back for Your Energy Projects
Through the SunWatts Program, Trico Electric Cooperative offers home and business owners a rebate of $4/W DC for installing photovoltaic systems and wind energy systems, and $0.50 per expected first year kWh savings for solar water heaters. The incentive can not exceed 50% of the total system cost. Eligible PV and wind energy systems may be either grid-tied or off-grid. Note that customers receive no credit or payment for excess generation that flows back to the grid.  Contact:  Trico Electric Cooperative, Inc., 8600 W. Tangerine Road, Marana,, AZ 85653; 866-337-2052 or 520-744-2944; Fax:  520-744-2329; http://www.trico.coop/sunwatts_information.html

Building Permit Fee Credit if You Install Solar Energy at Home or Business
The City of Tucson passed Resolution No. 20193 to encourage the installation of solar energy systems throughout the city. The resolution established a policy whereby the director of the Department of Development Services will credit the amount paid by an applicant for a building permit up to a maximum of $1,000 for the installation of a qualifying solar energy system installation, or the actual amount of the permit fee, whichever is less. Tucson includes in its definition of qualifying solar energy systems: photovoltaics (PV), solar domestic hot water and space heating, and solar air conditioning systems. To qualify, the proposed system must be capable of displacing a minimum of 1,500 kilowatt-hours (kWh) per year at the building site.  Contact: Tucson City Solar Energy Coordinator, 4004 S. Park Ave., Bldg 1, Tucson, AZ 85714; 520-791-5111, ext. 327; http://www.ci.tucson.az.us/dsd/Permit_Review_/Solar_Fee_Incentive_Waiver.pdf 

Renewable Energy Credit Purchase Program
Through the Renewable Incentive Program, UniSource Energy Services (UES) offers customers who install various renewable energy sources the opportunity to sell the credits associated with the energy generated to UES. Previously, UES only provided incentives for solar technologies, but they expanded the list of qualified renewables to include all technologies eligible for Arizona's Renewable Energy Standard (RES). The solar technologies eligible for a rebate include photovoltaic (PV), solar hot water, solar HVAC and solar daylighting systems.  For exact rebate amounts, contact:  Renewable Energy Credit Purchase Program UES, UniSource Energy Services, PO Box 3099, Kingman, AZ 86402-3099; 866-467-1229; http://uesaz.com/Green/

Up to $325 to Upgrade Your Heating and Cooling Systems
The Efficient Home Heating Program provides rebates towards the purchase of qualifying high-efficiency natural gas equipment, replacing older, inefficient furnaces. The amount of the rebate ranges from $200 to $325 and depends on the efficiency and size of the furnace purchased.  The Efficient Home Cooling Program provides rebates for the installation of high-efficiency air conditioners and heat pumps. The amount of the rebate ranges from $200 to $250 depending on the SEER rating. To qualify for the rebate the equipment must be installed by a participating HVAC contractor. Once the equipment is installed, the contractor must turn in a completed application with proof of purchase (copy of the paid invoice) to UniSource Energy Services within 90 days of equipment installation. After UES verifies the equipment efficiency, the rebate will be issued to the customer within 60 days of receipt of the application.  Contact:  UniSource Energy Services, PO Box 3099, Kingman, AZ 86402-3099; 866-467-1229; http://uesaz.com/Green/EHC/index.asp and http://uesaz.com/Green/Rebates/index.asp