Arizona Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives
State and federal laws and incentives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, air quality, fuel efficiency, and other transportation-related topics are available for businesses.  The main incentives in Arizona are: 

• High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Equipment Tax Credit

For more information on these incentives or to learn more about state laws and regulations regarding alternative fuel in Arizona, go to:   http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/progs/state_summary.php/AZ or contact:  Executive Director, Valley of the Sun Clean Cities Coalition, Inc.; 480-314-0360 or Project Manager, U.S. Department of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory; 412-386-5793

Low-Interest Loans to Encourage Energy Efficiency
Petit Jean Electric Cooperative is a member-owned rural electric cooperative that serves customers in the Clinton and Marshall areas. To encourage energy efficiency in businesses, Petit Jena Electric offers low-interest loans to multi-family homes and businesses for upgrades to heat pumps, building insulation, windows, doors and other appliances and building envelope improvements. Customers can borrow up to $4,000 for structures with 2-4 units and $1000 per unit for multi-family. For loan requests of greater than $10,000, Petit Jean may grant the loan after a more detailed review of the application. Contact: Program Manager, Petit Jean Electric Cooperative, P.O. Box 37, 270 Quality Drive, Clinton, AR 72031-0037; 501-745-2493 or Program Manager, Petit Jean Electric Cooperative, P.O. Box 96 Hwy 65 North, Marshall, AR 72650-0096; 870-448-3477; http://www.pjecc.com/erc_loans.ihtml

Low-Interest Commercial Loans Available 
The Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) offers low-interest loans to small businesses to institute pollution control measures required by state or federal law, or to institute pollution prevention and waste reduction measures. Maximum loan amount is $45,000 with a lifetime maximum of $65,000. Contact: Program Coordinator, Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, Business Assistance, P.O. Box 8913, 8001 National Drive, Little Rock, AR 72219-8913; 501-682-0709; 888-233-0326; Fax: 501-682-0880; http://www.adeq.state.ar.us/poa/envloans.htm

Arkansas Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives
State and federal laws and incentives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, air quality, fuel efficiency, and other transportation-related topics are available for businesses.  The main incentives in Arkansas are:  

• Alternative Fuel Grants
• Idle Reduction Technology Loan
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Equipment and Fuel Cell Income Tax Credit

For more information on these incentives or to learn more about state laws and regulations regarding alternative fuel in Arkansas, go to: http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/progs/state_summary.php/AR or contact: Project Manager, National Energy Technology Laboratory, U.S. Department of Energy; 412-386-5793 or Clean Cities Coordinator, Central Arkansas Clean Cities Coalition; 501-372-3300; Fax: 501-372-8060

Up to $100,000 for Green Building Projects
Anaheim Public Utilities offers the Green Building Program to assist in implementing green building design and construction in the City of Anaheim. The program rewards developers, owners, and construction firms who select building practices that encourage environmental innovation beneficial to both the health of the Anaheim community and its economy. Services and incentives include:

• waive plan check fees: maximum $50,000/project
• new construction incentives: maximum $75,000/commercial facility
• Energy Star® appliance incentives: maximum $100,000/project
• design review assistance: maximum $10,000
• LEED certification: maximum $30,000
• green building rater incentives: maximum $6,000
• technical assistance and support throughout the application process

Individuals interested in participating in the program should contact the Green Building Action Team here: http://www.anaheim.net/utilities/adv_svc_prog/green_power/Grnbuild.pdf or contact:  Anaheim Public Utilities, Anaheim City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805; 714-765-4259 or 888-459-4205; http://www.anaheim.net/section.asp?id=162

Incentives for Installing Energy Saving Systems
Anaheim Public Utilities offers a rebate to its residential and business customers who install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system. The incentive for residential customers is $4/watt AC. For commercial installations, the incentive is $2.80/watt AC.  Residential customers who participate in the Home Investment Package (HIP) get a solar bonus of $1 more per installed Watt.  To optimize the solar energy installation, residential applicants can participate in the Home Utility Check-Up program offered by Anaheim Public Utilities. To qualify, PV systems must have a minimum capacity of 1,000 watts.  To learn more, contact:  Anaheim Public Utilities, Anaheim Advantage, City Hall West, 201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 801, Anaheim, CA 92805; 714-765-4182; Fax:  714-765-4152;
http://www.anaheim.net/article.asp?id=1644
Application:  http://www.anaheim.net/utilities/adv_svc_prog/pv/pv_intro.pdf (residential);
http://www.anaheim.net/utilities/adv_svc_prog/Solar4HIP.pdf (HIP participants);
http://www.anaheim.net/utilities/pdf/CommercialPhotovoltaicProgramFinal.pdf (commercial)

Pay Only 50% to Install Solar Energy System
The City of Banning Electric Department provides their commercial and residential customers with rebates on the purchase of photovoltaic (PV) systems. The rebates are worth $4 per watt and cannot exceed 50% of the total system cost which includes photovoltaic cells, modules, mounting or tracking structures, wiring, inverters, and utility required interconnection equipment.  To learn more, contact:  City of Banning, Public Benefits Department, 176 E. Lincoln Street, Banning, CA 92220; 951-849-5224;
http://ci.banning.ca.us/index.asp?NID=122

$37,500 for Renewable and Solar Energy Projects
Berkeley's Financing Initiative for Renewable and Solar Technology (FIRST) allows property owners to borrow money from the city's Sustainable Energy Financing District to install photovoltaic (PV) systems and repay the cost over 20 years through an annual special tax on property tax bills. The FIRST Program will provide financing up to $37,500 per installation for either residential or commercial properties. Payments will be made through a special tax on the participant's property tax bill. If the owner moves out of their house during the 20 year repayment period, the property tax assessment and the PV system remain with the property.  Get more details by contacting:  FIRST Administrator - Renewable Funding, Berkeley FIRST Program, 1746 Broadway, 3rd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612; 510-451-7900;
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/ContentDisplay.aspx?id=26580
Application: http://www.berkeleyfirst.renewfund.com/apply-now/application-process

Rebate Incentive for Installing PV Systems
Burbank Water & Power (BWP) offers customers a rebate for PV systems. As of October 2008, the incentive is $3.00/W AC if the customer keeps the RECs or $3.50/W AC if BWP gets the RECS. Additionally, schools, affordable housing projects and non-profits can get a rebate of $4.00/W if they give the RECs to BWP.  Owners of systems larger than 30 kW can receive a performance based incentive (PBI) for the actual electricity their system produces during the first 5 years of operation. As of October 2008 the PBI is $0.414/kWh if customer keeps RECs, $0.483/kWh if customer grants RECs to BWP, and $0.552/kWh for schools, affordable housing, non-profits. Owners of systems smaller than 30 kW can elect to receive the PBI rather than the up-front payment, but systems over 30 kW can only receive the PBI.  All customers applying for a Burbank Water and Power solar incentive are required to first conduct an energy-efficiency audit of the building where the solar system would be installed. To learn more, contact:  Burbank Water and Power, 164 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502; 818-238-3653; Fax:  818-238-3594;
http://www.burbankwaterandpower.com/incentives-for-all-customers/solar-photovoltaic-power

California Solar Initiative
The California Solar Initiative (CSI) provides more than $3 billion in incentives for solar-energy projects.  The CPUC manages the solar program for non-residential projects and projects on existing homes, while the CEC oversees the New Solar Homes Partnership, targeting the residential new construction market. For a complete list of incentives, visit:  http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/energy/solar or contact:  Program Manager, California Solar Initiative Program, PG&E Integrated Processing Center, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120-7265; 800-743-5000; Fax: 415-973-2510;
http://www.gosolarcalifornia.ca.gov/news/program_updates/2006-12-06_PROGRAM_TRANSITION.PDF

Businesses Get $75,000 for Solar Water Heating
In addition to solar electric projects, the California Solar Initiative (CSI) also provides incentives through a solar water heating program. This program is available to only retrofit systems for existing residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial electricity customers of San Diego Gas & Electric.  For residential and small commercial systems, the maximum incentive is $1,500 and for larger commercial systems, the maximum incentive is $75,000.  Incentives will be paid to qualified, licensed contractors to be passed through to the customer or directly to owners of self-installed systems. Contact: Center for Sustainable Energy, 8690 Balboa Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92123; 877-333-SWHP; Fax:  858-244-1178;
http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/energy/Solar/080220_SD_SolarPilot.htm

Solar Incentives for Newly Built Homes 
The New Solar Homes Partnership (NSHP) is a 10-year, $400 million program to encourage solar in new homes by working with builders and developers to incorporate into the homes high levels of energy efficiency and high-performing solar systems. The NSHP specifically targets the market-rate and affordable housing single-family and multi-family sectors.  Incentives are determined by the housing type and the expected performance of the system, which depends on factors like equipment efficiency, geographic location, orientation, tilt, shading, and time-dependent valuation. To qualify for incentives, the residential dwelling unit must be achieve at least 15% higher energy efficiency than the current Title 24 Building Energy Efficiency Standards. The incentive is paid once the system is installed, operational, and has met all program requirements.  For a complete list of all four incentive levels, see the website below.  Contact:   Public Information Officer, California Energy Commission, New Solar Homes Partnership, 1516 Ninth Street, MS-45, Sacramento, CA 95814-5512; 800-555-7794;
http://www.gosolarcalifornia.ca.gov/nshp/index.html

Rebates for PV Systems
Through The City of Healdsburg's PV Buy-Down Program, residential and commercial customers are eligible for a $2.52-per-watt AC rebate on qualifying grid-connected PV systems. In keeping with SB1, the incentive level will decrease annually over the 10 year life of the program. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  Other rebate incentives are available.  Contact:  City of Healdsburg, Attn: Efficiency Services, PO Box 421, Clackamas, OR 97015; 503-658-4239;
http://www.ci.healdsburg.ca.us/cms/content.jsp?id=com.tms.cms.section.Section_fin_
Energy_Efficiency_Program_Rebates

Cash Incentives for Installing a PV System
The City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) PV Partners Program offers incentives to customers that install qualifying PV systems. The program, which has a budget of approximately $13 million over 10 years, is divided into 10 steps, each funded at $1.3 million. Each step is allocated across four customer rate classes: residential, small/medium commercial, large commercial and non-profit/public sector.  There is a specified PV capacity allocated to each rate class.  For specific rebate incentives per class, see the website.  Contact:  Utility Marketing Services, City of Palo Alto Utilities, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301; 650-329-2241; Fax:  650-617-3140;
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/utl/news/details.asp?
NewsID=622&TargetID=224

Get $75,000 for Solar Water Heating
The City of Palo Utilities is offering incentives for their residential, commercial and industrial customers to install solar water heating systems on their homes and facilities. There are two incentive options: Prescriptive Method and Area Method. Residential and Small Commercial installations must use the Prescriptive Method, which is calculated based on the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC) rated savings of the system, and a design-based Solar Orientation Factor (SOF). Prescriptive incentives are capped at $1,500. Large Commercial installations must use the Area Method, which is based on the type of system installed, SRCC rated savings of collectors in various Climate Zones, and SOF. Area Method incentives are capped at $75,000.  For more information:  City of Palo Alto, Utility Marketing Services, 250 Hamilton Avenue, 3rd Floor, Palo Alto, CA 94301; 650-329-2241;
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/news/displaynews.asp?NewsID=1032&
targetid=223

$50,000 for Business Owners to Install Solar Electric System
Customers of Colton Electric Utility who install a photovoltaic system that is connected to the utility's electric system are eligible for a rebate of $4.00/watt (PTC), up to 50% of total installed costs. The maximum incentive is $20,000 for residential customers and $50,000 for commercial customers. System size must not exceed the peak load of the facility.   Contact:  Colton Public Utilities, 150 S. 10th Street, Colton, CA 92324; 909-370-5561; Fax:  909-370-5132;
http://www.coltononline.com/csprog.html

Fee Waiver for Green Building
The City of Costa Mesa waives building permit fees for green installations. The City Council thinks that waiving these fees could act as an incentive to encourage the community to build green and reduce its carbon footprint. Resolution 07-71 waives permit fees for green installations, and provides a rebate for the cost of green building certification, not to exceed the cost of the building permit.  Green installations include home and business construction improvements requiring building permits for installing class A roof assembly, residential cool roofs, garden roofs, insulation above minimum energy code standards, renewable energy systems, biomass, wind turbine, geothermal heat pumps, cogeneration fuel cells, photovoltaics, skylights, tankless domestic water heaters, waterless urinals, grey water system, high performance windows and doors, high efficiency HVAC systems, and other green installations or innovations as approved by the Building Official.  Contact:  City of Costa Mesa Development Services Department, 77 Fair Drive, Second Floor, Costa Mesa, CA  92626; 714-754-5277; Fax:  714-754-4856;
http://www.ci.costa-mesa.ca.us/departments/green-building/green-bldg.htm

Incentives for Renewable Energy Projects
The California Energy Commission offers cash incentives to promote the installation of grid-connected small wind and fuel cell renewable energy electric-generating systems through its Emerging Renewables Program. To qualify for an incentive, the participant must be a customer of one of the utilities contributing funds to support the program: Pacific Gas& Electric Company, Southern California Edison Company, San Diego Gas & Electric Company, or Southern California Water Company (doing business as Bear Valley Electric Service).  Funding levels for the Emerging Renewables Program are:

• Small Wind Turbines (up to 50 kW): $2.50/W for first 7.5 kW and $1.50/W for increments > 7.5 kW and < 30 kW  
• Fuel cells (<30 kW) using renewable fuels: $3.00/W for systems less than 30 kW

Rebates for eligible renewable energy systems installed on affordable housing projects are available at 25% above the standard rebate level up to 75% of the system’s installed cost.  Contact:  Energy Call Center, California Energy Commission, Emerging Renewables Program, 1516 9th Street MS-45, Sacramento, CA  95814-5512; 800-555-7794; Fax:  916-653-2543;
http://www.consumerenergycenter.org/erprebate/

Cash Back If You Go Solar
The Solar Solutions program provides all customer groups with an incentive to install photovoltaic (PV) systems on their homes and buildings. The rebate levels for 2008 are $4.00 per watt (up to 50% of total costs) for the installation of a photovoltaic (PV) system of a size less than or equal to 30kW. Larger systems can receive a rebate of $ 0.490 per kWh of actual electric production for the first 5 years. Systems installed at qualified affordable housing projects are eligible to receive larger incentives. Systems must be sized to produce no more than 125% of the customer’s past 12 months kWh consumption. The minimum installed cost for the customer after all grants, rebates, and a GWP incentive is $2.50/watt.  Eligible costs include expenditures for photovoltaic panels, mounting and tracking structures, wiring, inverters, foundations for free standing systems, interconnection equipment and meters, as well as applicable State licenses, permits, fees, and sales taxes. In addition to the $4/W incentive, all necessary City of Glendale licenses, permits, or fees are 100% reimbursable.  Contact:  Glendale Water and Power, 141 North Glendale Avenue, Glendale, CA 91206; 818-548-2750;
http://www.glendalewaterandpower.com/save_money/solar/program.aspx

$10,000 Cash Back for Going Solar
Hercules Municipal Utility offers a $3-per-watt AC rebate to its residential and commercial customers who purchase and install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Systems up to 10 kW are eligible, and the maximum incentive is $10,000.  To learn more, contact: Hercules Municipal Utility, 111 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA 94547; 510-799-8209;
http://www.ci.hercules.ca.us/index.aspx?page=160

Rebates for PV Systems
Through the PV Solutions Rebate Program, Imperial Irrigation District provides rebates to its residential and commercial customers who install grid-tied photovoltaic systems. The rebate level will decrease over time as specific capacity goals are reached. As of February 2008, the first and second tier of incentives have been fully claimed. The rebate level for the third round of installations is $2.42/W-AC.  For more details, contact:  IID Public Programs Office, Imperial Irrigation District, 1284 Main St., El Centro, CA  92243; 760-303-7756, ext. 6 or 760-339-9032; Fax:  760-482-9611;
http://www.iid.com/Energy_Index.php?pid=388
Application: http://www.iid.com/Media/APPLICATION-FOR-DIST-GEN-INTERC.pdf

Solar Incentive Program for Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's (LADWP) Solar Incentive Program has 10 phases with declining incentive levels as certain installed megawatt (MW) targets are met. There are separate goals for residential and non-residential participants, and the incentive levels for each will decline irrespective of the other. Starting at $0.14 per kilowatt-hour (adjusted for expected performance) for residential, non-profit and governmental participants, and $0.11 per kilowatt-hour (adjusted for expected performance) for commercial participants, the incentive levels will decrease by one cent ($0.01) every time a MW goal is reached. Bonus incentives of $0.02 per kilowatt-hour (residential, non-profit, government) and $0.01 per kilowatt-hour (commercial) are available if the installed system was manufactured in Los Angeles.   To find out more, contact:  Solar Program Information, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, 111 North Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA 90051; 800-473-3652 or 213-367-4122;
http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/ladwp000787.jsp

New Green Construction Projects Get Free Help & Fee Waiver
The Community Development Agency of Marin County provides incentives for new construction that incorporates green elements. The incentive program includes the following incentives:  waiver of the Title 24 energy fee (new construction projects only); fast-track permit processing; and free green building technical assistance, design consultation, resources and information for all Marin County residents.  Contact:  Marin County Community Development Agency, 3501 Civic Center Drive, #308, San Rafael, CA 94903-4157; 415-507-2797;
http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/CD/main/comdev/advance/Sustainability.cfm

Up to $500 to Install Solar Energy Systems
The rebate program offered by the Marin County Sustainability Team provides incentives to local residences, businesses and County employees who install solar energy systems. Rebates include $500 for a photovoltaic system, $300 for a solar hot water heater, and $200 for a solar pool heater. To qualify for this rebate, the applicant must live in unincorporated Marin County or be an employee of Marin County. In addition, the applicant must submit an energy efficiency checklist and the systems must meet the minimum qualifications listed on the program website.  Contact:  Marin County Community Development Agency, 3501 Civic Center Drive, #308, San Rafael, CA 94903-4157; 415-507-2797;
http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/CD/main/comdev/advance/Sustainability/Energy/
solar/incentives/solar_financing.cfm#local_incentives

Up to $70,000 for Businesses to Put in a PV System
Merced Irrigation District (MID) offers their residential, commercial and non-profit customers a rebate for installing solar electric photovoltaic (PV) systems on their homes and offices. In keeping with the terms of Senate Bill 1, the incentive amount is scheduled to drop every year during the 10-year life of the program. The rebate available for 2008 is $2.80 per Watt (W), adjusted based on the expected performance of the system.  Maximum incentives are:  residential: $8,400 and commercial: $70,000.  Contact:  Merced Irrigation District, 744 W. 20th Street, Merced, CA 95340; 209-722-5761, ext. 119; Fax:  209-726-7010;
http://www.mercedid.org/solarprogram

Photovoltaic Rebate Program Offers Rebates
Modesto Irrigation District offers a photovoltaic rebate program for all of their electric customers. The capacity-based rebate is $2.60 per installed watt AC, per customer account, not to exceed 50% of total project costs. Public agencies will receive an additional $0.47 per watt, bringing their incentive up to $3.07 per watt.  The performance-based incentive is $0.233 per kWh of actual electricity production over a 10-year period. The rebate levels will decline over time.  To learn more, contact: PV Program Coordinator, Modesto Irrigation District, 1231 11th Street, Modesto, CA 95352; 209-526-7455; Fax:  209-526-7575;
http://www.mid.org/rebates/solar/default.htm

Pasadena Solar Initiative
Pasadena Water & Power (PWP) offers its electric customers a rebate for photovoltaic (PV) installations. The rebate amount varies depending on the customer class installing the system and the system's size.  As required by the California Solar Initiative, the PBI and EPBB incentive levels will step down annually over the 10 year life of this program. The 2008 base rate for the EPBB is $4 per watt AC for non-profits, and $3.50 per watt for all others. These levels are reduced depending on the Clean Power Estimator's analysis of the system. The 2008 rebate rate for the PBI is $0.632/kWh for non-profit applicants, and $0.552 / kWh for all others.  To learn more, contact:  Pasadena Water and Power, 150 Los Robles Avenue, Ste. 200, Pasadena, CA 91101; 626-744-4731;
http://www.cityofpasadena.net/waterandpower/solar/default.asp

$1,500 to Make Your Property Energy Efficient
Through the Rebates for Multi-Family Properties Program, PG&E offers rebates for owners and managers of multi-family properties of five or more units. Insulation, appliances, HVAC and lighting improvements are among the eligible products for rebates and owners or managers can receive up to $1,500 in incentives per property.   Contact:  Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Residential Programs, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120; 800-933-9555;
http://www.pge.com/myhome/saveenergymoney/eebuyersguides/appliances/

Cash Rebates for Builders That Use Energy Saving Features
Residential New Construction Rebates are available for builders of residential dwellings that incorporate energy efficient features. Incentives are available if builders meet the Energy Star requirements – 15% more efficient than required by the 2005 Title 24 Energy Code. For those homes that do not meet the Energy Star label but still include energy conserving features, PG&E offers prescriptive rebates to builders.  To learn more, contact:  Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Residential Programs, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120; 800-342-7737;
 http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/energysavingsrebates/incentivesbyindustry/
newconstruction/

$20,000 to Install a PV System
Plumas-Sierra REC offers an incentive for its customers to install photovoltaic (PV) systems on homes and businesses. Rebates are available for qualifying systems between one kilowatt (kW) and 25 kW; the rebate amount is based on the installed capacity. The rebate level will step down over the 10-year life of the program. During the first program year, the rebate level is $2.80 per watt AC; the level will decrease by 7% annually thereafter. The program is available to residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural and non-profit members of Plumas-Sierra REC. There are annual incentive caps for each customer class:  $6,000 for residential, agricultural, non-profit applications; $12,000 for small commercial applications; and $20,000 for large commercial and industrial applications.  Contact: Plumas-Sierra REC, 73233 State Route 70, Portola, CA  96122-7064; 530-832-4261, ext. 6004;
http://www.psrec.org/energy_renewable_solar.php?sec=enersol&pag=enerrenew

Property Tax Exemption for up to 100% Cost of System
Section 73 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code allows a property tax exclusion for certain types of solar energy systems installed between January 1, 1999, and December 31, 2009.  This exclusion also includes the construction of an active solar energy system incorporated by an owner-builder in the initial construction of a new building that the owner-builder does not intend to occupy or use. Components included under the exclusion include storage devices, power conditioning equipment, transfer equipment, and parts. Pipes and ducts that are used to carry both solar energy and energy derived from other sources qualify for the exemption only to the extent of 75% of their full cash value. Likewise, dual-use equipment for solar-electric systems qualifies for the exclusion only to the extent of 75% of its value.  System owners should contact the applicable county assessor's office for further information:  http://www.boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/assessors.htm or contact:  Tax Specialist – BOE, California State Board of Equalization, P.O. Box 942879, Sacramento, CA 94279-0090; 800-400-7115; http://www.boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/pdf/lta08037.pdf

Up to $8,000 for Energy Upgrades at Home & Business
The Earth Advantage Rebate Program offers rebates to residential and business customers of Redding Electric Utility (REU) for solar PV, solar thermal, and geothermal heat pump systems.  Maximum rebate amounts are as follows:  PV: None;
Solar thermal: $1,000 for the 1st panel, $500 for the 2nd panel, $250 for the 3rd panel; Solar PV attic fans: $100/unit; and Geothermal: $8,000.  Customers are paid directly by check for the PV and thermal rebates and receive a bill credit for the attic fan rebate. REU reserves the right to inspect all systems before issuing the rebate.  Contact:  Redding Electric Utility, Earth Advantage Rebate Program, P.O. Box 496071, Redding, CA 96049; 530-339-7215; Fax:  530-339-7389;
http://www.reupower.com/energysvc/energy-rebates.asp

$$$ for Energy Efficient Improvements
Redding Electric Utility offers a variety of financial incentives for energy efficiency to its residential customers through its Earth Advantage Rebate Program. Rebates are for ENERGY STAR rated appliances, weatherization measures, HVAC equipment, renewable energy sources, and lighting equipment. Rebates are limited to upgrades and efficiency improvements on existing equipment, not new construction. Incentives maximum amounts range from $500 up to $8,000.  To learn more about individual rebates, see the website or contact:  Earth Advantage Rebates, Redding Electric Utility, PO Box 496071, Redding, CA 96049-6071; 530-339-7215;
http://www.reupower.com/energysvc/energy-rebates.asp

Businesses Get $66,000 to Install a PV Solar System
Roseville Electric residential customers who install a qualifying photovoltaic (PV) system are eligible to receive a rebate of $3.00 per watt-AC, up to $10,000. Roseville's commercial and non-profit customers are eligible for a rebate of $3.00 per Watt-AC, up to $66,000.  For more details, contact:  Roseville Electric, 2090 Hilltop Circle, Roseville, CA 95747; 916-774-5617;
http://www.roseville.ca.us/electric/business_customers/photovolatic_buydown_
program.asp
Application:  http://www.roseville.ca.us/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=7757

Green Building Incentives
The Green County San Bernardino program includes a number of incentives to encourage residents, builders, and businesses to adopt more sustainable practices. Homebuilders who build homes in the county which meet the California Green Builder standard will receive expedited plan checks, guaranteed timelines, and priority field inspection service. Residents and businesses in existing buildings can also receive incentives for improving their building's energy use. Permit fees will be waived for the installation of solar energy systems, wind-generated electrical systems, tankless water heaters, and highly efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.  Contact:  Regional Building Inspector Supervisor, San Bernardino County Building and Safety, 385 N. Arrowhead Ave., 1st Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0181; 909-387-4246; Fax: 909-387-4301;
http://www.solarsantamonica.com

Build Green with These Incentives
The County of San Diego has a Green Building Incentive Program designed to promote the use of resource efficient energy usage in new and remodeled residential and commercial buildings. As part of the program, the County will waive the fee for the building permit and plan check for a photovoltaic system. In addition, for qualifying resource conservation measures, the County will reduce building permit and plan check fees by 7.5% and grant expedited plan checks, saving approximately 7 to 10 days on the project timeline. To qualify for these conservation incentives, the project must comply with the program requirements for either natural resources conservation, water conservation, or energy conservation.  Other rebates and incentives may be available to those building greener and more efficient homes and buildings. For more information, contact:  County of San Diego, Department of Planning and Land Use, 5201 Ruffin Road, Suite B, San Diego, CA 92123-1666; 858-565-5920;
http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/dplu/greenbuildings.html

Up to $30,000 for Businesses to Install PV Systems
The City and County of San Francisco is providing rebates to residents and businesses who install photovoltaic (PV) systems on their properties. Systems must be at least one kilowatt (kW) in capacity, and there is no maximum size limit to participate. There are four distinct funding levels for residential installations, ranging from $3,000 to $6,000. Commercial, non-profit and industrial installations receive a capacity-based incentive of $1,500 per kW, up to a maximum amount of $10,000. Multi-unit residential buildings that are operated by a non-profit may receive up to $4,500 per kW (depending on the number of units) up to a maximum of $30,000.  For more information on these incentives, contact:  San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, 1155 Market Street, First Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103; 415-554-1572;
http://sfwater.org/mto_main.cfm/MC_ID/12/MSC_ID/139/MTO_ID/361 

Lease Program for Solar Water Heating
Under the Solar Water Heating Program, the City of Santa Clara supplies, installs and maintains solar water heating systems for residents and businesses through its Water & Sewer Utilities Department. Solar equipment is offered by the city for the heating of swimming pools, process water, and domestic hot water. The pieces of hardware (solar collectors, controls and storage tanks) are owned and maintained by the city under a rental agreement. The renter pays an initial installation fee and a monthly utility fee. These amounts vary according to the size of the installation:  Solar Pool Heating System: installation cost is $625 plus $40 per panel; and Solar Domestic Hot Water System (Multi-Family): varies; typical installation fee for system to serve 10 dwelling units is approximately $7,500.  For more information, contact:  Solar Engineer, City of Santa Clara Water & Sewer Utility, 1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050; 408-615-2000; Fax:  408-247-0784;
http://santaclaraca.gov/pub_utility/ws_water_heating.htm

Building Permit Fee Waiver for Solar Projects
The City of Santa Monica waives building permit fees for solar energy systems. The hope is that waiving these fees could act as an incentive to realizing the City’s energy goals, and could persuade the public to invest in more efficient systems for their homes and businesses.  Contact:  City of Santa Monica, 1212 5th Street, First Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90401-3126; 310-458-8229; Fax:  310-395-2138;
http://www01.smgov.net/finance/treasury/fees/toc3.htm

Expedited Permitting for Green Buildings
The City of Santa Monica has an ordinance in place to encourage the construction of sustainable buildings. The ordinance allows for priority plan check processing for building projects that are registered with the United States Green Building Council for certification under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System. The ordinance applies to all new buildings and major renovations which total an amount exceeding fifty percent of their replacement cost. All applicants wishing to receive priority plan check processing must submit proof of LEED registration and a checklist indicating all of the credits they plan to pursue before they can receive expedited permitting. Applicants must also clearly specify the materials, systems and strategies they will use to achieve the credits in the plans submitted to the City for plan check approval.   Contact:  City of Santa Monica, 1212 5th St., 1st Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310-458-8549; Fax:  310-395-2138;
http://www.smgreen.org/
 
$35,000 Grants to Build Environmentally Friendly
The Santa Monica Green Building Program offers financial incentives for buildings and innovative building technologies certified to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards, awarding two types of grants to promote green building throughout the city. Grants for new private sector buildings are based on the level of certification attained under the LEED standards:  LEED Certified - $20,000; LEED Silver - $25,000; LEED Gold - $30,000; and LEED Platinum - $35,000.  All new construction and major renovation in commercial, affordable housing, mixed use, and multi-family residential that register for LEED (LEED-NC) certification are eligible to apply.  For more information about program, contact:  City of Santa Monica, 1212 5th St., 1st Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310-458-8549; Fax:  310-395-2138;
http://greenbuildings.santa-monica.org/mainpages/whatsnew.htm

Grants up to $5,000 for Innovative Technology Use
The City of Santa Monica also offers Innovative Technology Grants for energy efficient systems and urban runoff mitigation technologies. These grants do not apply to self-generation technologies, only energy efficiency measures. However, hybrid systems, such as solar absorption chillers or solar-assisted heating systems, may be considered. Grants cover 50% of the cost of eligible systems up to a maximum of $5,000.  Innovative Technology grants are available for all building types including commercial, affordable housing, mixed use, and single- and multi-family residential in both new and retrofit applications.  For more information about program, contact:  City of Santa Monica, 1212 5th St., 1st Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310-458-8549; Fax:  310-395-2138;
http://greenbuildings.santa-monica.org/mainpages/whatsnew.htm

Loan Program for Solar Energy Systems
The Solar Santa Monica program makes it easier for homeowners and local businesses to improve the efficiency of their buildings and install solar energy systems. Through this program, homes and businesses will first have a trained member of the Solar Santa Monica team conduct an on-site energy assessment to see how the home or business can save energy in the most cost effective way. The homeowner can then decide which energy improvements they want to make, and Solar Santa Monica will put them in touch with one of their preferred providers to make the improvements.  After all of the desired energy improvements have been addressed, the provider will provide a bid to the homeowner for a solar installation. If the homeowner decides to go forward with a solar installation, Solar Santa Monica will direct them to one of their preferred lending institutions to provide financing for the installation. A down payment may be required, but will not exceed $1,000.  Contact:  City of Santa Monica, 1212 5th Street, First Floor, Santa Monica, CA 90401-3126; 310-458-8229; Fax:  310-395-2138;
http://www.solarsantamonica.com/

$$ to Produce Electricity Using Wind or Fuel Alternatives
The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) offers incentives to customers who produce electricity with wind turbines and fuel cells. The incentive payments range from $1/W - $4.50/W for renewable energy systems depending on the type of system. Retail electric and gas customers of San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE) or Southern California Gas (SoCal Gas) are eligible for SGIP.  The SGIP no longer provides rebates for solar photovoltaic (PV) installations.  To find out more about this program, contact:  Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Self-Generation Incentive Program, P.O. Box 770000, Mail Code B27P, San Francisco, CA 94177-001; 415-973-6436; Fax:  415-973-2510;
http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/energy/sgip/

Solar Electric Buy Down Program
Silicon Valley Power (SVP) offers incentives for the installation of new grid-connected solar electric (photovoltaic, or PV) systems. Residential SVP customers are eligible for a rebate of $4.50 per watt AC up to $45,000 (10 kW). Commercial SVP customers are eligible for a rebate of $3.00 per watt AC for systems up to 100 kW. Commercial systems greater than 100 kW but smaller than 1 MW are eligible for a performance based incentive of $0.40 per kilowatt hour (kWh). Performance based incentives are paid to the customer quarterly for a period of five years.  Customers must have received an energy audit by SVP or other approved entity within the last two years to identify all other energy efficiency opportunities in addition to PV.  Contact:  Energy Conservation Hotline, Silicon Valley Power, 1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95050; 408-244-7283; Fax:  408-244-2990;
http://www.siliconvalleypower.com/res/?sub=rebatessolar

More Rebates for Energy Saving Appliances
Truckee Donner Public Utility District (TDPUD) offers incentives for their residential customers to increase the energy efficiency of their homes. Participants must be a TDPUD electric customer (and water customer for the clothes washers) to participate in TDPUD’s conservation rebate programs. Rebates are offered for:  dish washers, refrigerators, clothes washers, heat pumps and more.  Incentives range from $2 up to $250.  Contact:  Truckee Donner Public Utility District, PO Box 309, 11570 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96160; 580-582-3931 or 530-587-3896;
http://www.tdpud.org/index.php?cId=34
Application:  http://www.tdpud.org/pdf/Rebate%20program%20pamphlet,May07.pdf

$25,000 to Go Green
The Truckee Donner Public Utility District is participating in the California Solar Initiative (CSI) by offering rebates to its customers who install photovoltaic (PV) systems. The incentive levels will step down annually during its 10 year existence. Currently, the incentive level is set at $5 per kilowatt (kW), adjusted based on expected-performance, with incentives capped at $15,000 for residential systems and $25,000 for commercial. Systems up to 2 MW may be installed, but the rebate will be applied to just the first 3 kW for residential and 5 kW for commercial systems.  Contact:  Truckee Donner Public Utility District, PV Buy Down Program, PO Box 309, 11570 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96160; 530-582-3922;
http://www.tdpud.org/index.php?cId=62

PV System Installation Rebate
Turlock Irrigation District (TID) offers an incentive program to their customers who install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. In keeping with the terms of the California Solar Initiative, the incentive payment levels will decline over the life of the program in 10 steps as certain MW levels of PV systems are installed within the District. The incentive levels for the first step are $4 per watt AC of installed capacity for their residential customers, and $2.80 per watt AC for non-residential systems.  All existing customers will be required to have an energy efficiency audit conducted for their home or business as part of the PV reservation.  Contact:  Turlock Irrigation District, 333 East Canal Drive, P.O. Box 949, Turlock, CA 95380; 209-883-8506;
http://www.tid.org/Res/Solar/index.htm

$15,000 for Business PV System Installation
Through Ukiah Utilities’ PV Buy-down Program, residential and commercial customers are eligible for a $2.52-per-watt AC rebate on qualifying grid-connected PV systems up to a maximum system size of 1 MW. In keeping with SB1, the incentive level will decrease annually on July 1 over the 10 year life of the program. Rebates are limited to $6,000 per residential installation and $15,000 per commercial installation.  Contact:  City of Ukiah, Attn: Efficiency Services, PO Box 421, Clackamas, OR 97015; 503-658-4239;
http://www.cityofukiah.com/pageserver/?page=utilities_photovoltaic
Application:  http://www.cityofukiah.com/pdf/utilities/Ukiah_PV_Application_
SB%201_tax_info.pdf

Loans to Help You Become Energy Independent
The Energy Independence Program (EIP) allows property owners in Palm Desert to borrow money from the city for energy projects at their home or facility, and to repay those loans through increased property taxes. There is no maximum loan amount, but loans over $60K must be approved by the City Manager. Loans greater than $200K must be approved by the City Council.  EIP loans do not require a down payment and the interest rate initially will not exceed 7%, but may increase up to 10% after the first $2.5 million of city appropriations are exhausted. Loans are available to all owners of real improved property, but $1.25 million of the initial funding is reserved for owners of residential property. Loans can be used to fund solar installations and a wide range of efficiency projects in existing buildings, not new construction. Contact:  Energy Independence Program, Palm Desert, Office of Energy Management, 73-710 Fred Waring Drive, Suite 200 A, Palm Desert, CA 92260; 760-837-0287;
http://www.cityofpalmdesert.org/Index.aspx?page=484

Incentives for Producers of Renewable Energy
California enacted legislation requiring every electrical corporation to file with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) a standard tariff for renewable energy output produced by a public water or wastewater agency that is a retail customer of an electrical corporation. The California feed-in tariff allows eligible customer-generators to enter into 10-, 15- or 20-year standard contracts with their utilities to sell the electricity produced by small renewable energy systems, up to 1.5 megawatt (MW), at time-differentiated market-based prices. The price paid will be based on the CPUC’s market price referent (MPR) table, shown in CPUC Resolution E-4137. As the feed-in tariff is meant to help the utilities meet California's renewable portfolio standard (RPS), all green attributes associated with the energy, including renewable energy credits (RECs), transfer to the utility with the sale. For more information, contact the one of the program administrators for the utilities:   

• Southern California Edison; 626-302-4945;
  http://www.sce.com/EnergyProcurement/WATERandCREST.htm
• Pacific Gas and Electric; 415-973-2847;
  http://www.pge.com/b2b/energysupply/wholesaleelectricsuppliersolicitation/
  standardcontractsforpurchase/   
• San Diego Gas and Electric; 858-654-8270;
  http://www.sdge.com/environment/renewableenergy/

Or you can contact:  California Public Utilities Commission, 505 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102; 415-703-2743 or 415-703-1170; Fax:  415-703-1158; http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/energy/electric/RenewableEnergy/
feedintariffs.htm

Solar Renewable Energy Credit Program
City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) currently purchases Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) to meet the demand for the solar portion of their retail green power program, PaloAltoGreen. This program is a voluntary program through which CPAU customers can support renewable energy development by paying an extra 1.5 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for their electricity needs. CPAU then uses this money to purchase wind and solar power Renewable Energy Credits, or directly install city-owned systems.  In an effort to support solar development within CPAU's service territory, rather than purchasing SRECs from outside sources, the City Council decided to enter into contracts with their commercial and industrial customers for the purchase of the SRECs associated with their solar installations. CPAU currently pays $50/MWh for SRECs and prices are expected to vary between $30/MWh and $150/MWh in the future.  To learn more, contact:  Customer Service, City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU), 250 Hamilton Avenue, 3rd Floor, Palo Alto, CA 94301; 650-329-2241; http://www.city.palo-alto.ca.us/depts/utl/news/details.asp?
NewsID=468&TargetID=224 and http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=9933

$$ to Produce Electricity with Biomass Systems
Southern California Edison Company (SCE) offers a production incentive to customers who generate electricity with eligible biomass-energy systems, including landfill gas, municipal solid waste, wood and wood waste, fuel cells, digester gas, and sewer gas. Separate contracts are available to facilities with capacities of less than 1 megawatt (MW), facilities greater than or equal to 1 MW but not greater than 5 MW, and systems greater than 5 MW but not greater than 20 MW. The seller may select a term of 10, 15 or 20 years. The production incentive payment is tied to the Market Price Referent, which increases annually. Participants will receive the rate that is available when their project comes on-line for the duration of their contract period. All renewable-energy credits (RECs) are transferred to SCE.  For more information, contact:  Southern California Edison, 2244 Walnut Grove, Rosemead, CA 91770; 626-302-5358;
http://www.sce.com/EnergyProcurement/bsc.htm
Application: http://www.sce.com/NR/rdonlyres/8A92FD33-9052-414B-89FB-5355EFDB4931/0/
BSC_Application_051107.pdf

$500,000 Energy Loans for Agricultural & Food Processing Companies
The California Energy Commission provides financing to the agricultural and food processing industries to purchase proven cost-effective energy efficient and renewable emerging technologies. Loans of up $500,000 are available with a fixed interest rate of 3.2%.  Eligible technologies include:  thermal heat pumps, electrodialysis membrane systems, enterprise energy management systems, heating and cooling topping cycle systems, ultra-low NOx controlled energy efficient burners, solar photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal systems, utilization of food and animal waste for bio-energy generation. These are the only technologies which can receive funding through this program. Eligible business entities include food and fiber processing, animal feeding and processing, breweries, wineries, creameries, irrigation districts and agricultural production.  Contact: California Energy Commission, Grants and Loans Office, 1516 Ninth Street, MS-1, Sacramento, CA 95814-5512; 916-654-4019;
http://www.energy.ca.gov/process/agriculture/loan_solicitation/
Application:  http://www.energy.ca.gov/process/agriculture/loan_solicitation/
2007-04_AG_LOAN_PACKAGE.PDF

$3 Million for Schools to Increase Energy Efficiency
The California Energy Commission will provide up to $26 million in loans to schools, hospitals, and local governments for the installation of energy-saving measures or for energy audits and studies. Interest rates are fixed at 3.95% for the term of the loan. The maximum loan amount is $3 million and there is no minimum loan. Loans must be paid back within 15 years from energy costs savings, or in 2 years for energy audits. Common projects include lighting and equipment upgrades and heating systems, but can also include other energy-saving measures and renewable energy systems.  Contact:  Public Programs Office, California Energy Commission, 1516 Ninth Street, MS #42, Sacramento, CA 95814-5512; 916-654-4147;
http://www.energy.ca.gov/efficiency/financing/index.html
Application:  http://www.energy.ca.gov/2007publications/CEC-400-2007-010/CEC-400-2007-010.PDF

$25,000 Grants for Efficient Building Design Projects
Alameda P&T offers its commercial customers grants of up to $25,000 for energy efficient building design and equipment in new commercial construction, or other approved unique energy efficient projects.   To learn more, contact:  Alameda Power and Telecom, Energy Management Coordinator, PO Box H, Alameda, CA 94501; 510-748-3947;
http://www.alamedapt.com/electricity/com_savings.html

$2,000 for Business Energy Makeovers
Burbank Water and Power (BWP) offers the Business Bucks Grant Program to its small and mid-sized business customers for installation of energy efficient equipment. Burbank businesses with monthly electricity costs falling in the range of about $100 to $3,000 are eligible to participate in this program.  Interested customers must call Richard Heath and Associates (RHA) in order to schedule a comprehensive energy and water survey. Businesses can select recommendations they would like to install and BWP's certified installers will conduct that work at the facility. BWP will pay up to $2,000 for recommended retrofits selected.  Contact:  Richard Heath and Associates; 877-290-2590;
http://www.burbankwaterandpower.com/index.php/incentives-for-businesses/bwps-
business-bucks-program

FREE Lighting Upgrades up to $2,500 for Your Business
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) offers up to $2,500 in free efficient lighting upgrades through their Small Business Direct Install (SBDI) Program. Small businesses on rate schedule A1 are eligible to participate in the SBDI program and receive energy saving lighting system upgrades for equipment, such as fluorescent lighting and energy efficient exit signs.  A SBDI Program Representative will visit the small business and conduct an on-site lighting assessment to help identify energy saving opportunities. Once the business has agreed to the energy plan, licensed professionals will retrofit the building with new, energy efficient lighting. The old equipment will also be removed and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.  Contact:  Commercial Resource Center, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, 111 N. Hope St., Room 1063, Los Angeles, CA 90012; 800-499-8840;
http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/ladwp010211.jsp

$100,000 Grants for New Energy Saving Ideas
Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) offers their Energy Efficiency Technology Grant Program to its business customers to fund research, development, and effective use of innovative energy technologies that are unique to that particular business or industry's specific manufacturing techniques or processes. Grant amount is up to 100% of the project cost with a maximum of $100,000 per project with no matching funds or repayment requirements. Proposals must meet one of the following categories to be eligible for consideration:  building end-use efficiency; environmentally preferred advanced generation; renewable generation; energy-related environmental research; strategic energy research; and electric transportation.  In addition, a feasibility study can help determine the effectiveness of the proposed projects, and RPU may provide up to $5,000 per project per calendar year to pay for the study. Contact:  Programs & Services, Riverside Public Utilities, 3460 Orange Street, Riverside, CA 92501; 951-826-5485;
http://www.riversideca.gov/utilities/busi-technologygrant.asp

$50,000 to Buy Natural Gas Equipment
San Diego Gas and Electric's On-Bill Financing (OBF) program offers qualified business customers 0% financing from $5,000 to $50,000 for qualifying natural gas equipment. The program is open to all non-residential customers, including governments and owners of multi-family units who do not reside on premises. Participants must have had an active account for past two years, no disconnect notices in past 12 months and no deposit on hand. The funds can be used for a wide variety of efficiency improvement projects, and the monthly loan payments will be added directly to the customer's bill.  Contact:  Energy Information Center, San Diego Gas & Electric, P.O. Box 129831, San Diego, CA 92112-9831; 800-644-6133;
http://www.sdge.com/business/esc/promo_obf.shtml
Application:  http://www.sdge.com/business/esc/documents/obf_application.pdf

Low-Interest Energy Saving Loans for Businesses
Sacramento Municipal Utility District offers low-interest loans to help their commercial customers finance energy efficient equipment in their facilities. Presently, SMUD offers financing at a fixed interest rate of 7.5%, but interest rates are subject to change. A loan application fee of $100 will be charged for all loan amounts over $1,000. SMUD will return this fee if they decline the application. Generally, all loan amounts over $2,500 or greater will be secured by a UCC1 Financing Statement fixture filing with the County Recorder. However, large loan amounts may be secured by a Deed of Trust, requiring a $150 filing fee. More information regarding loan application process, loan payment options, or fees can be found on the program website listed below.  Contact:  Commercial Services, Sacramento Municipal Utility District, 6201 S Street, PO Box 15830, Sacramento, CA 95852-1830; 888-742-7683; http://www.smud.org/en/business/Pages/index.aspx

Up to $50,000 for Qualifying Natural Gas Equipment
SoCalGas' On-Bill Financing (OBF) program offers qualified business customers 0% financing from $5,000 to $50,000 for qualifying natural gas equipment. The program is open to all non-residential customers, including governments and owners of multifamily units who do not reside on premises. Participants must have had an active account for past two years, no disconnect notices in past 12 months and no deposit on hand. The funds can be used for a wide variety of efficiency improvement projects, and the monthly loan payments will be added directly to the customer's bill. Contact:  On-Bill Financing Program, Southern California Gas Company, 555 W. Fifth Street, GT28A4, Los Angeles, CA 90013-1046; 800-427-6584, ext. 6;
http://www.socalgas.com/business/documents/obfFactSheet.pdf

FREE Upgrades to Business Lighting & A/C Systems
Alameda Power and Telecom offers rebates for its commercial customers to install energy efficient lighting and air conditioning systems. To qualify, you must first fill out the application forms available on their website, and schedule a pre-installation inspection. Alameda Power and Telecom will then award the rebate once they receive the proofs of purchase and conduct a post-installation inspection. The incentives vary according to the type and efficiency of the equipment installed, and the type and efficiency of the equipment being replaced.  To learn more, contact:  Alameda Power and Telecom, Energy Management Coordinator, PO Box H, Alameda, CA 94501; 510-748-3947; http://www.alamedapt.com/electricity/com_rebates.html

Up to $75,000 in Business Efficiency Incentives
Anaheim Public Utilities (APU) offers several Business Efficiency Incentives Programs to commercial facilities interested in energy efficiency. Eligible businesses undergo a feasibility study that includes a demand and energy-impact assessment and examines any potential energy-efficient upgrades as well as a cost analysis. Note that APU will cover the cost of feasibility studies up to a maximum of $10,000 per project.  Rebates for air conditioners, motors, heat pumps and lighting vary according to system type, size, and efficiency rating. For more details, contact:  Anaheim Public Utilities, Anaheim City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805; 714-765-4259 or 888-459-4205;
http://www.anaheim.net/article.asp?id=990

$6,000 for Dry Cleaners to Go Green
Anaheim Public Utilities (APU) offers the Green Cleaners Incentives Program, whereby dry cleaner businesses may receive up to $6,000 for upgrading to energy-efficient, environmentally friendly equipment. To be eligible, equipment must save energy and eliminate the use of the dry cleaning solvent perchloroethylene, which is being phased out by the South Coast Air Quality Management District. Qualifying businesses can receive $2,000 per unit for up to three units of equipment purchased and installed in a calendar year. Replacement equipment must not be removed from Anaheim for three years after receipt of incentive. Contact:  Anaheim Public Utilities, Anaheim City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805; 714-765-4259 or 888-459-4205;
http://www.anaheim.net/utilities/adv_svc_prog/greenercleanerspage1_2.pdf

$75,000 to Help Pay for Cleaner Energy Equipment
Anaheim Public Utilities (APU) offers commercial, industrial and institutional customers the New Construction Incentives Program to offset installation and upgrade costs of energy efficient equipment. APU representatives assist in planning an energy efficient facility to meet or exceed California Title 24 standards and reduce future operating costs.  Interested customers must contact APU to set up initial consultation. Working with a design team and builder, APU will contribute up to $10,000 for design assistance. Total rebates can be up to $25,000 per measure and $75,000 per facility. Contact:  Anaheim Public Utilities, Anaheim City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805; 714-765-4259 or 888-459-4205;
http://www.anaheim.net/utilities/adv_svc_prog/new_con/index.pdf

FREE Energy Management Assistance for Businesses
Anaheim Public Utilities (APU) provides an energy efficiency incentive to its small business customers, generally defined as privately owned and having a monthly peak demand of less than 100 kW. Upon request, Anaheim Public Utilities will conduct a free on-site energy use survey and recommend energy efficient measures and technologies to reduce the energy consumption. APU will assist in replacing old equipment with energy efficient equipment.  The maximum incentives are generally: T8 fluorescent lights, electronic ballasts and controls: $5,000 and programmable thermostats: $800.  Contact:
Anaheim Public Utilities, Anaheim City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805; 714-765-4259 or 888-459-4205;
http://www.anaheim.net/utilities/adv_svc_prog/small_bus_assist/
intro.pdf

Solar Energy Incentives in California
Azusa Light & Water provides rebates to their customers who install photovoltaic (PV) systems through their Solar Partnership Program. The rebate amount is determined by the ownership of the Renewable Energy Credits (REC) associated with the system. If the customer elects to retain ownership of the RECs, they will receive the lower rebate amount of $2.80 per watt. The higher rebate amount of $4.00 per watt is available to customers who give the RECs to Azusa Light & Water.  For more information, contact: Azusa Light & Water, PO Box 9500, Azusa, CA 91702; 626-812-5154 or 626-812-5125;
http://www.ci.azusa.ca.us/index.asp?nid=565

$100,000 + Free Shade Trees to Help the Environment
Burbank Water and Power offers a rebate to its business customers for installing energy efficient equipment in their facilities. The rebate is offered for a variety of energy efficient measures and technologies, and customers should call to be sure their specific project would qualify. Complete rebate applications must be submitted within four months after the project completion date.  The annual customer rebate total may not exceed $100,000. In addition to this and other business efficiency programs, Burbank Water and Power also offers its business customers up to 20 free shade trees to increase the facility's cooling efficiency.  Contact:  Burbank Water and Power, 164 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502; 818-238-3638;
http://www.burbankwaterandpower.com/index.php/incentives-for-
businesses/energy-solutions-business-rebate-programs

Business Get Help Buying Energy Saving Lights
City of Lompoc Utilities offers rebates to its commercial customers for upgrading their facilities with energy efficient lights. The City will rebate $15.00 per ballast to a small user and $10.00 to a large user to replace incandescent or old electromagnetic/T12 fixtures with electronic ballasts operating T-8 lamps. Contact CLU for more information, and for the full details of the exit sign incentive.  To learn more, contact:  City of Lompoc Utilities, Customer Service, 100 Civic Center Plaza, Lompoc, CA 93438; 805-736-1261;
http://www.cityoflompoc.com/splash/utilprograms.htm

$50,000 to Install a Solar Energy System
City of Lompoc Utilities provides rebates to its electric customers who install photovoltaic (PV) systems. To qualify for the rebate the system must meet all the criteria as defined by the Lompoc City Electric interconnection agreement for self-generating electric systems and the requirements set forth by the California Energy Commission.  The incentive amount is $3.50 per watt AC or 50% of the project cost up to $50,000.  To learn more, contact:  City of Lompoc, Customer Service, 100 Civic Center Plaza, Lompoc, CA 93438; 805-875-8298;
http://www.cityoflompoc.com/departments/utilities/conservation.htm or http://www.cityoflompoc.com/departments/utilities/solar_pv_info.pdf

$100,000 to Replace Your Business’s Equipment
City of Palo Alto Utilities, through the Commercial Advantage Program, offers several incentives for their commercial customers to replace old equipment with new, more efficient equipment. Rebates are available for:  lighting; boilers and water heating equipment; HVAC equipment; chillers and heat rejection equipment; food service equipment; refrigeration equipment; custom rebates; and appliances and general equipment.  The rebate is capped at $100,000 per fiscal year, and applies to replacement equipment only. Applications must be approved before the replacement equipment is purchased, and the equipment must be installed within 6 months of the application approval. Contact:  City of Palo Alto Utilities, Utility Marketing Services, PO Box 10250, Palo Alto, CA 94303; 650-329-2241; http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/utl/news/details.asp?NewsID=
471&TargetID=223
Application: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=8056

$100,000 for Bigger Businesses to Improve Energy Efficiency
Glendale Water and Power (GWP) offers an incentive to its medium and large business customers to encourage energy efficiency through their Business Energy Solutions Program. The incentive amount is based on the projected cost of the efficiency improvement and the amount of energy saved through the measure. The incentive is capped at $0.10/square foot for energy audits, 25% of paid labor and materials costs for approved retrofit projects, or 100% of the incremental costs to bring a remodeling and/or new construction project above the minimum Title 24 energy standard. There is also a maximum limit of $100,000 in incentives to one customer per fiscal year.  Contact GWP's Business Account Representatives early in the process to ensure eligibility and the availability of funding. Contact:  Glendale Water and Power, Customer Service, 141 North Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA 91206; 818-548-2746 or 818-548-2747; Fax:  818-240-6492;
http://www.glendalewaterandpower.com/save_money/large_business/incentives_
program.aspx?section=Business_Resources

$$ to Replace Inefficient Air Conditioners
Glendale Water and Power (GWP) offers the Peak Hogs Cash Incentive program for small business owners and small business property owners as well as landlords and building owners of multi-family residential rental units to replace inefficient air conditioning units with new ENERGY STAR® qualified.  All air conditioning units to be replaced must be in working condition. Window air conditioning units do not qualify. The actual rebate amount is determined by the level of efficiency and can equal up to 50% of the installed cost.  Building owners must contact GWP to schedule a pre-retrofit inspection. Contact:  Glendale Water and Power, Peak Hogs Program, 141 N. Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA 91206; 818-548-3300; http://www.glendalewaterandpower.com/save_money/peak_hogs.aspx?
section=Business_Resources&type=business_small

$1,250 for Small Business to Become Energy Efficient
Glendale Water and Power offers incentives to its small business customers (monthly electric bill is less than $3,000) to encourage energy efficiency through their Smart Business Energy Saving Upgrade Program. This program begins with a free survey of the customer's energy usage, and a free customized Energy Savings Report, which lists the energy saving opportunities specific to the customer's facility. The customer can choose from the list of potential improvements, and GWP will install those measures for free, up to $1,250. These improvements include:  new energy efficient lighting; window tinting; AC tune-ups; ENERGY STAR® thermostat; motion sensors or refrigerator gaskets. Interested customers must contact GWP to schedule an appointment.  Contact:  Glendale Water and Power, Smart Business Energy Saving Upgrade Program, 141 N. Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA 91206; 800-263-9313; http://www.glendalewaterandpower.com/save_money/small_business/energy_
saving_survey.aspx?section=Business_Resources

FREE Money to Improve Irrigation Pumps
Designed for irrigation, golf course and municipal water pumping needs, the Agricultural Energy Efficiency Program (AEEP) promotes state-of-the art methods for improving irrigation pump efficiency. For customers who take advantage of the program, IID Energy will provide information and tools necessary to get the maximum operational efficiency from the water pumping system.  Trained technicians will determine the potential cost-savings opportunities through an equipment analysis. Once the recommended retrofits have been completed, IID Energy will help offset costs with a rebate based on anticipated energy savings.   To be eligible, pumps must be 10 HP or more.  Contact:  Imperial Irrigation District, RRP Processing Center, PO Box 937, Imperial, CA 92251-0937; 760-339-9032 or 760-391-5951; http://www.iid.com/Energy/BusinessEfficiency

Energy Rebates for Business Improvements
Imperial Irrigation District Energy offers incentives to its commercial customers to encourage energy efficiency. Qualifying equipment must retrofit, replace, or upgrade old equipment with new, energy-efficient technologies that meet and exceed the current Title 24 standards. Rebates are paid by check directly to the customer or to a third-party payee designated by the customer. The amount of the rebate depends upon the equipment installed.  IID also offers an A/C system check through their CheckMe! Program. To participate, call the nearest Certified Air Conditioning Contractor partnering with IID:  http://www.proctoreng.com/checkme/Find.html.  Contact:  Imperial Irrigation District, RRP Processing Center, PO Box 937, Imperial, CA 92251-0937; 760-339-9032 or 760-391-5951; http://www.iid.com/Energy/BusinessEfficiency

Energy Incentives for New Constructions
IID’s New Construction Energy Efficiency Program (NCEEP) is a non-residential new construction and renovation energy efficiency program that combines an integrated design process with financial incentives. NCEEP is geared toward assisting customers in moving beyond initial cost considerations and towards the realization of long term energy cost savings as well as avoiding lost opportunities as new non-residential buildings are designed and constructed.  For more information, contact:  Imperial Irrigation District, RRP Processing Center, PO Box 937, Imperial, CA 92251-0937; 760-339-9032 or 760-391-5951; http://www.iid.com/Energy/BusinessEfficiency

Free Money to Install Energy Saving Equipment or Systems
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power offers incentives for the installation of energy saving measures, equipment or systems that exceed Title 24 or minimum industry standards. Incentives are based on estimation software that determines the energy savings for each project. Some eligible projects include lighting and a/c upgrades and more.  Prior to beginning the project, customers should submit an application along with the applicable CPP efficiency measure input form. LADWP will calculate the energy savings based on the Energy Efficiency Measures listed in the application. Upon successful completion of the final post-inspection, LADWP will process the incentive payment.  Contact:  Non-Residential Rebate Programs, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, 111 N. Hope St., Room 1063, Los Angeles, CA 90012; 818-342-5397; http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/ladwp008836.jsp
Application:  http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/ladwp008865.pdf

$375,000 per PV System
Lodi Electric Utility offers rebates to its residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers who install photovoltaic (PV) systems. Rebates for both residential and non-residential PV systems installed in 2008 is $2.80/watt. This incentive amount will decrease 7% each year after 2008. The maximum rebate is $375,000 per system, with a maximum payment of $75,000 per customer per year until the entire rebate commitment is paid.  Contact:  Lodi Electric Utility, Customer Programs, 1331 South Ham Lane, Lodi, CA 95242; 209-333-6815; http://www.lodielectric.com/commercial/rebateoffer.php?id=8
Application:  http://www.lodielectric.com/commercial/Solar_Rebate_Pilot.pdf

$50,000 Cash Rebates to Buy Energy Saving Products
Modesto Irrigation District’s Commercial Power Saver Rebate Program offers commercial, industrial and agricultural customers cash rebates for the purchase and installation of qualifying energy efficient products. Some of the incentives include:  sunscreens or window film; lighting; occupancy sensors; central A/C; heat pumps; and split or packaged unitary systems.  Rebates are for purchases made on or after November 1, 2007, and do not apply to new construction, additions to existing facilities, or reconstruction of existing facilities.  There is an annual rebate cap of up to $50,000.  For more details, contact:  Modesto Irrigation District, Energy Management Department, PO Box 4060, Modesto, CA 95352-4060; 209-526-7339; http://www.mid.org/rebates/business/default.htm

Over $10,000 for Businesses Energy Upgrades
The Custom Power Saver Rebate Program is available to larger commercial, industrial or agricultural customers that receive electric service from MID. Accounts billed on GS-1, FL or SL rate schedules are not eligible for this program. For projects that qualify for a rebate of $10,000 or more the savings estimate must be reviewed and stamped by a State of California licensed engineer. There is also a minimum rebate amount of $250. The rebate does not apply to new construction.  Almost any project that involves the replacement of existing equipment with high efficiency equipment may be eligible for the rebate.  To learn more, contact:  Modesto Irrigation District, Energy Management Department, PO Box 4060, Modesto, CA 95352-4060; 209-526-7339; http://www.mid.org/rebates/business/default.htm

Upgrade Your Irrigation System
Pacific Power, through the FinAnswer® Express and Energy FinAnswer® programs, offers incentives for agricultural irrigation customers to help upgrade their system and receive cash incentives. The Energy FinAnswer program provides no-cost pump testing, irrigation system analysis and custom incentives of $0.12 per kilowatt-hour annual energy savings plus $50 per kilowatt average monthly demand savings. In addition, eligible customers can receive cash incentives when replacing worn nozzles or upgrade to premium efficiency motors. The incentive amount is based on the equipment purchased and installed.  To learn more, contact:  Pacific Power, Energy FinAnswer, 6301 Bearden Lane, Modesto, CA 95357; 800-222-4335; Fax:  209-527-2921; http://www.pacificpower.net/Article/Article54795.html

Free Money to Improve Your Business’s Energy Usage 
The Standard Energy Efficiency Rebate Program covers a variety of specified improvements, including:  agricultural improvements; appliances and general improvements; boilers and water heaters; business computing; food service improvements; heating, ventilation and a/c improvements; lighting; and refrigeration.   This program is offered to businesses and non-residential customers to increase their energy efficiency.  Proof of purchase must be received by PG&E within 90 days of purchase to receive the rebate.  Contact:  Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Business Center, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120; 800-468-4743; http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/energysavingsrebates/
rebatesincentives/ref/
Application:  http://www.pge.com/includes/docs/pdfs/mybusiness/
energysavingsrebates/rebatesincentives/eefficiency
/Final_EE_Rebate_Application.pdf

Get $$ to Make Your Vending Machine More Efficient  
The Non Residential Retrofit (NRR) Program is a calculated incentive program that provides incentives for retrofit improvements that are not covered under the standard rebate program. For example, a vending machine controller could be covered under funding for this program. After a project proposal is reviewed and approved by PG&E, funding is appropriated in order for the project to be implemented.   To learn more, contact:  Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Business Center, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120; 800-468-4743;
http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/energysavingsrebates/rebatesincentives/ief/
Application: http://www.spc-nrrdr.com/download/2008SPCDocs/PGE/2008%20PG&E%20app%20forms.xls

$150,000 for Green Building Projects 
The New Construction Cash Incentives and Design Incentives Program offers rebates for technical assistance and design when building energy efficient facilities. A design team can receive up to $50,000 for energy efficient design, while an owner can receive up to $150,000 per facility.  To learn more, contact:  Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Business Center, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120; 800-468-4743;
http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/energysavingsrebates/rebatesincentives/inc/

Small Business Rebates for Helping the Environment 
The Energy Management Solutions for Small Business Program offers rebates and incentives for energy-efficient technologies, whether the business is replacing existing equipment with new energy-efficient technologies or purchasing new. Additionally, cash incentives and design assistance are available for new buildings and system processes.  Examples of popular technologies available include:  agricultural products; appliances and general improvements; boilers and water heaters; business computing; food service; lighting and more.  To learn more, contact:  Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Business Center, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120; 800-468-4743;
http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/energysavingsrebates/incentivesbyindustry/
smallbusiness/energymanagement/
 
Green Incentives for Home Builders
Pacific Gas and Electric provides rebates to homebuilders who construct energy efficient homes. There are three separate programs, each with their own requirements and incentive structure that builders can choose from:

• The ENERGY STAR Performance Method:  Builders of single-family homes can qualify for this incentive by constructing homes which meet energy requirements. Homes are eligible for a rebate of $400 if they are built in Coastal Climate Zones 1-7, or $500 if they are built in Inland Climate Zones 8-16  
• The New Solar Homes Partnership Performance Method:  Provides incentives for home builders to construct new homes with photovoltaics built in.
• The Prescriptive Method:  Builders not participating in either of the above methods can receive rebates for upgrading one or more specific prescriptive features in homes within their developments. An incentive will be paid for each qualifying feature that is not used to meet the 2005 Title 24 baseline.

To find out more about each of these incentives, see the website below or contact:  PG&E Integrated Processing Center, Residential New Construction, P.O. Box 7265, San Francisco, CA 94120-7265; 800-342-7737;
http://www.pge.com/mybusiness/energysavingsrebates/incentivesbyindustry/
newconstruction/

$50,000 Combined Incentives for Energy Saving Improvements
Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) offers a wide variety of rebates to its commercial customers who wish to increase the efficiency of their facilities. Rebates are provided for HVAC equipment; lighting; motors; and ENERGY STAR® rated appliances.  RPU also offers free pickup and recycling for old, inefficient refrigerators. The maximum combined incentive for all rebates is $25,000 per customer account per year, with the rebate being no more than 25% of the equipment cost.  In addition, commercial customers may be eligible to participate in the Energy Management Systems Assistance Program.  This program provides monetary incentives by assisting business electric customers with technology purchases that can provide energy savings and promote energy efficiency. Projects that promote energy efficiency and conservation will be evaluated individually by RPU and may receive up to $25,000 or up to 50% of the owner's cost.  Contact:  Programs & Services, Riverside Public Utilities, 3460 Orange Street, Riverside, CA 92501; 951-826-5485;
http://www.riversideca.gov/utilities/busi-guidelines.asp
Application:  http://www.riversideca.gov/utilities/pdf/ProgAppl.pdf

$150,000 for Developers & Business Owners to Go Green
Riverside Public Utilities' (RPU) Energy Efficiency Construction Incentive is designed to encourage owners/developers to invest in energy efficient designs in new construction, building expansion and many other major retrofit projects. RPU incentives can cover up to 50% of the owner's cost for energy efficiency measures with a cap of $150,000 (whichever is less). Most major retrofits of existing buildings may be included under the program with the same criteria, or will be covered by other RPU programs already in place. RPU will apply all available programs to maximize the benefit to the customer.  Contact:  Information Specialist, Riverside Public Utilities, Programs & Services, 3900 Main Street, Riverside, CA 92522; 951-826-5485;
http://www.riversideca.gov/utilities/busi-construction.asp
Application:  http://www.riversideca.gov/utilities/pdf/ProgAppl.pdf

$500,000 to Install a Commercial PV System
The non-residential photovoltaic (PV) rebate program provides financial incentives for Riverside Public Utilities' business customers to install qualifying PV systems on their facilities. The rebate amount is $3.00 per watt AC and cannot exceed 50% of the total system cost. Specific dollar limits for the incentive also apply based on the rate schedule of the applicant. Incentives for customers on the flat rate (E200) are capped at $50,000. The incentive cap for demand customers (E20D) is $200,000, and the cap for large customers (TOU) is $500,000.  Contact:  Information Specialist, Riverside Public Utilities, Programs & Services, 3900 Main Street, Riverside, CA 92522; 951-826-5485;
http://www.riversideca.gov/utilities/busi-solar.asp
Application:  http://www.riversideca.gov/utilities/pdf/ProgAppl.pdf

Financial Help for Installing Energy Efficient Equipment
Roseville Electric offers incentives for its commercial customers to increase the efficiency of their existing facilities. Rebates are offered for energy efficient lighting equipment, HVAC system improvements, chillers and custom efficiency improvement projects. All rebate forms include full equipment specifications and program details (see the website below). In some cases, rebates are only available for large commercial customers. In addition to these incentives for existing facilities, Roseville Electric also offers rebates for new construction projects which incorporate efficient lighting systems, building envelope, mechanical systems or meet whole building design standards.  To learn more, contact:  Energy Efficiency Programs, Roseville Electric, 2090 Hilltop Circle, Roseville, CA 95747; 916-797-6937; Fax:  916-774-5583; http://www.roseville.ca.us/electric/business_customers/business_
rebates/default.asp

Up to $45,000 for New Green Construction Projects
Roseville Electric offers incentives for their commercial customers to consider energy efficiency when designing and building new facilities. Customers can choose from any combination of rebates offered for lighting equipment, building envelope efficiency, mechanical systems and whole building design. Incentive rates vary in relation to the timing of fund reservation requests. Maximum owner incentives are $22,500 to $45,000.  Rebates are also offered to designers assisting participating businesses. Designers are eligible to earn $100/kW reduced through their design, up to a maximum incentive of $15,000. Contact:  Roseville Electric, 2090 Hilltop Circle, Roseville, CA 95747; 916-746-1667; Fax:  916-774-5583;
http://www.roseville.ca.us/electric/new_construction/commercial.asp

Think Green & Get $150,000 for Your Project
Savings by Design offers services and incentives to help owners and designers of commercial buildings raise energy performance. Qualified non-residential new construction and renovation projects in the service area of one of the five participating utilities are eligible to participate. The five participating utilities are Sacramento Municipal Utility District, Pacific Gas and Electric, San Diego Gas and Electric, Southern California Edison, and Southern California Gas Company. Savings by Design has two basic approaches through which to participate: the Whole Building Approach and the Systems Approach. Through the Whole Buildings Approach owners may be eligible for incentives of up to $150,000 and design teams may receive up to $50,000. The Systems Approach evaluates individual efficiency improvements to qualifying systems. Incentives are based on annualized kWh and therm savings. Owners are eligible for incentives up to 50% of the cost of energy efficiency improvements or $150,000, whichever is less. In addition, design assistance is available to owners and design teams. Interested customers must contact the utility early in the design process to determine funding availability and start technical and design assistance.  Contact one of the five participating utilities for more details:
http://www.savingsbydesign.com/

$350,000 for Farmers to Make Their Business Run Efficiently
The Ag Efficiency Plus Program provides rebates to their agricultural customers who install energy efficient equipment in their facilities. Eligible agricultural facilities include dairies, greenhouses, livestock farms, food processing facilities, orchards, crop farms, feedlots, aquaculture facilities, wineries, and warehouses. Prescriptive rebates are available for a wide variety of equipment including lighting, motors, variable speed drives, controllers, ventilation and refrigeration equipment. If a facility uses specialized equipment or operates under a schedule that is not typical of other agricultural producers or processors, the customer can receive custom rebates determined on a per kWh saved basis. Custom measures, however, are capped at 50% of the project cost, while prescriptive rebates can pay 100% of the costs. Total incentives per site may not exceed $350,000. Southern California Edison can also provide free energy audits through this program.  Contact:  AG Efficiency Plus, Southern California Edison, Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 200, Lafayette, CA 94549; 800-791-7541; Fax:  925-284-3147; http://www.agefficiencyplus.com/

$2.4 Million for Business Energy Conservation
Southern California Edison (SCE) offers incentives for non-residential customers, regardless of size and energy usage.  Prescriptive rebates for lighting, refrigeration, food service, agricultural equipment and air conditioning technologies are available.  In addition, SCE has a Standard Performance Contracting program in which non-residential users have the option of designing an energy retrofit conservation measure. Incentives are based on the type of measure installed and the kWh saved over a 12-month period. Applicants are eligible to receive up to 50% of the cost for each measure type. The maximum incentive is $2,400,000 annually, per customer site.  SCE also offers demand curtailment programs for non-residential users. Rebates or rate discounts are available to customers who agree to have their energy usage curtailed during peak periods and seasons.   For more details, contact:  Business Programs, Southern California Edison Business Incentives & Services, P.O. Box 800, Rosemead, CA 91770; 800-736-4777; Fax:  629-633-4833; http://www.sce.com/RebatesandSavings/SmallBusiness/

$350,000 for Energy Improvements to Your Business
The Express Efficiency Program gives rebates for retrofit, pre-approved improvements to business, industrial and agricultural customers that have a monthly electrical demand of at least 100 kilowatts or 4,166 therms. Rebates are available for lighting improvements, refrigeration, natural gas technologies, food service or other improvements. A commercial or agricultural customer is limited to $350,000 in Express Efficiency Rebates per year and per energy source.  Contact:  San Diego Gas & Electric, Business Programs, 8335 Century Park Ct., CP12C, San Diego, CA 92123; 800-411-7343; http://www.sdge.com/business/esc/

Rebate Program for California Small Businesses
The Small Business Super Saver Program is a prescriptive efficiency rebate program for small business owners. Rebates for lighting, food service, refrigeration and other technologies are available. Only retrofit projects qualify and business customers must demand less than 100 kilowatts or 4,166 therms per month.   For more information, contact:  San Diego Gas & Electric, Business Programs, 8335 Century Park Ct., CP12C, San Diego, CA 92123; 800-411-7343; http://www.sdge.com/business/esc/

$350,000 for Energy Conservation Improvements 
The Standard Performance Contracting Program offers incentives for improvements that exceed government energy standards for business, industrial and agricultural customers, regardless of size. Funding for conservation improvements is up to $350,000 or 50% of the total project costs and the incentives are based on the amount of direct energy saved. Contact:  San Diego Gas & Electric, Business Programs, 8335 Century Park Ct., CP12C, San Diego, CA 92123; 800-411-7343; http://www.sdge.com/business/esc/
 
Incentives for High-Efficiency Improvements to Your Facility 
The Energy Savings Bid Program offers non-residential users the opportunity to design a high-efficiency retrofit improvement for their facility and propose an incentive amount from SDGE. Electric projects should save at least 500,000 kilowatts annually, and natural gas projects should save at least 25,000 therms annually. Possible incentive amounts and applications are available by contacting:  San Diego Gas & Electric, Business Programs, 8335 Century Park Ct., CP12C, San Diego, CA 92123; 800-411-7343; http://www.sdge.com/business/esc/

Energy Incentives for Building a New Home
San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) encourages home builders in the San Diego area to construct energy efficient homes through their Residential New Construction Energy Efficiency Incentive Program. There are two ways that builders can participate in this program and there are different incentive structures depending on which option is chosen::

• Performance Program - builders who construct residences which are at least 15% more efficient than Title 24 standards can receive incentives on a per-unit basis up to $500 per unit.
• Individual Measures Program - open to all single-family and low-rise/high-rise multi-family projects. To participate, the buildings must meet the standards of Title 24, and then the builder can pick and choose from a variety of added features and receive incentives based on those specific features. The individual incentives for these measures range from $25 for a verified duct design in a multi-family structure, to $200 for installing a tankless water heater in either a single-family or multi-family building.  

Contact:  Program Coordinator, San Diego Gas & Electric Company, Advanced Home Program, 1919 South State College Boulevard, SC8389, Anaheim, CA 92806; 877-789-9866;
http://www.sdge.com/builderservices/

Free Money to Reduce Your Energy Usage
The Sierra Pacific Power Surebet program offers prescriptive and custom incentives for non-residential customer to reduce energy usage. The prescriptive rebate program targets lighting, motors, cooling and refrigeration. Custom rebates are also available for improvements that do not fall under the prescriptive rebate program. An eligible project will involve a capital improvement that reduces overall energy usage or peak hour energy usage and produces savings that are sustainable over at least five years. New facilities may be eligible if the improvement is not related to lighting. Applications and invoices must be filed within 60 days following the installation of energy efficient measures.  The maximum incentive is capped at $100,000, 50% and 25% depending on project qualifications.  Contact:  Sierra Pacific Power, 6226 West Sahara Ave., P.O. Box 98910 (mail stop 329), Las Vegas, NV 89146; 800-342-6335; Fax:  702-367-5452 or Kema, Inc., Surebet Program, 492 Ninth Street, Suite 220, Oakland, CA 94607; 800-342-6335; Fax:  510-891-0430;
http://www.californiasurebet.com/ProjectCenter/

$2 Million in Energy Rebates for Businesses
Silicon Valley Power (SVP) offers a variety rebates to its business customers, capped at a maximum total incentive of $2,000,000 per customer per year. Rebates are available for the following:  HVAC systems; chillers; commercial washing machines; food service equipment; lighting; and motors and VFDs.  In addition, Customer Directed Rebates are available for energy efficiency related projects that decrease electrical usage and may not otherwise fit into the other rebate offers. Custom rebates are capped at $500,000 per project. Contact:  Business Rebates, Silicon Valley Power, 1601 Civic Center Drive, Suite 204, Santa Clara, CA 95050; 408-615-5694; Fax: 408-243-0873;
http://www.siliconvalleypower.com/bus/?sub=busrebates

$35,000 to Energize Your Business
Sacramento Municipal Utility District offers incentives for its commercial customers to increase the energy efficiency of their facilities. Rebates are available for a wide variety of energy efficient commercial equipment, including:  lighting equipment and controls, HVAC systems and controls, motors, and refrigeration equipment and controls. In general, equipment must exceed Title 24 standards.  The maximum incentive is generally $35,000 per rebate.  Contact:  Commercial Services, Sacramento Municipal Utility District, 6201 S Street, PO Box 15830, Sacramento, CA 95852-1830; 888-742-7683;
http://www.smud.org/en/business/Pages/index.aspx

$$ for Businesses to Install Solar PV Systems
SMUD offers cash incentives to commercial, industrial, and non-profit customers who install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Customers have the option of taking a one-time, up-front payment through the Expected Performance Based Incentive (EPBI) or payments over the course of a 5 or 10 year period through the Performance Based Incentive (PBI).  The current EPBI is $1.90/W-AC for systems up to 1 MW but will be adjusted based on the expected performance of the system. Customers who install systems under the performance-based incentive (PBI) will have their actual energy production measured during the course of the contract period. Options include a 5-year PBI at $0.30/kWh or a 10-year PBI at $0.18/kWh. Systems greater than 1 MW would receive lower incentive rates.   For more information, contact:  Commercial Services, Sacramento Municipal Utility District, 6201 S Street, PO Box 15830, Sacramento, CA 95852-1830; 916-732-6762;
http://www.smud.org/en/community-environment/solar/pages/compv.aspx
Application:  http://www.smud.org/en/community-environment/Documents/2661%20fMX.PDF

Rebates for Contractors Going Green
Southern California Gas Company provides incentives to encourage the owners and managers of multi-family residential buildings to increase their energy efficiency. Rebates are available for certain appliances located within apartment dwelling units, and other equipment located in the common areas of apartment and condominium complexes, and common areas of mobile home parks.  Rebate amounts range from $30 up to $1,500.  Contact:  Southern California Gas Company, Multi-Family Rebate Program GT28A4, 555 W. Fifth Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013-1046; 714-634-3052 or 213-244-5256;
http://www.socalgas.com/residential/contractors/
Application: http://www.socalgas.com/residential/documents/application.pdf

$100,000 for Business Energy Efficiency 
The Business Energy Efficiency Program (BEEP) encourages large scale improvements to both commercial equipment and to processes to manufacturing. Applicants can create custom improvements under this program that will save on gas usage or purchase equipment that was not covered under the Express Efficiency Program. Incentive amounts are $0.60 to $0.80/therm saved, or 30% of the cost. A business that purchases energy efficient equipment can be eligible for incentives up to $1,000,000.  Contact:  Southern California Gas Company, Business Programs, Box 513249 ML 28H2, Los Angeles, CA 90051; 800-508-2348 or 800-427-2200;
http://www.socalgas.com/business/

$25,000 to Replace Food Service Equipment
The Food Service Equipment Rebate Program (FSERP) covers the replacement of commercial food service equipment, such as steamers, fryers and ovens. Applicants may receive rebates of $125 to $2,000 per unit, up to $25,000.  To learn more, contact:  Southern California Gas Company, Business Programs, Box 513249 ML 28H2, Los Angeles, CA 90051; 800-508-2348 or 800-427-2200;
http://www.socalgas.com/business/

Up to $1.0 Million to Improve Your Gas Usage
The Energy Efficiency Grant Program (EEGP) is designed to encourage very large non-residential customers to design innovative retrofit solutions to save gas usage. This program will fund projects that save at least 200,000 therms per year and equipment projects and process improvements are eligible and incentives are based on the lesser of $0.50/therm saved or 50% of project costs. To begin the process, the customer should contact their SoCalGas Account Executive. The applicant will then work with SoCalGas to design implementation and performance measures.  Contact:  Southern California Gas Company, Business Programs, Box 513249 ML 28H2, Los Angeles, CA 90051; 800-508-2348 or 800-427-2200;
http://www.socalgas.com/business/

$25,000/Year for Gas-Related Energy Upgrades
The Commercial and Industrial Incentive Program (CIIP) provides incentives for new equipment, refurbishing of selected applications or modification of your gas related process when other SoCalGas programs do not cover these changes. This incentive is equal to 30% of equipment cost or $0.80 per therm saved, whichever is less. The maximum incentive available is $25,000 per customer, per eligible account, per year.  Contact:  Southern California Gas Company, Business Programs, Box 513249 ML 28H2, Los Angeles, CA 90051; 800-508-2348 or 800-427-2200;
http://www.socalgas.com/business/

$500,000 to Help Your Business Save Energy
The Savings By Design Program (SBD) is an energy efficiency program that provides technical and financial resources to help commercial and industrial customers save energy and money when they design, expand, or change new or existing processes and facilities. Incentives equal $0.60 per therm saved annually, up to $500,000 or 50% of incremental cost, whichever is less.  Contact:  Southern California Gas Company, Business Programs, Box 513249 ML 28H2, Los Angeles, CA 90051; 800-508-2348 or 800-427-2200;
http://www.socalgas.com/business/

$25,000 to Replace a Gas Engine or Gas Pump
The Gas Engine Program (GEP) provides funding to replace or rebuild an existing gas engine and pump. The maximum incentive available is $25,000 per eligible customer, per year.  To learn more, contact:  Southern California Gas Company, Business Programs, Box 513249 ML 28H2, Los Angeles, CA 90051; 800-508-2348 or 800-427-2200;
http://www.socalgas.com/business/

Home Builder Incentives for Meeting Clean Energy Standards  
SoCalGas offers an incentive for home builders to build homes which exceed Title 24 standards. The program is open to all single-family and low-rise/high-rise multi-family new construction projects. Incentives are offered through two avenues:

• The performance based approach, also known as the California Energy Star New Homes Program, offers incentives ranging between $150 and $400 per dwelling, depending on the type of dwelling and the climate zone in which it is constructed.  
• The measure based approach provides incentives for individual measures which increase the energy efficiency of a home including HVAC system design, proper duct design and installation, quality installation of insulation, and installation of high efficiency tankless water heaters. Incentives range between $25 and $200 per measure.

For more information, contact:  Advanced Home Program, Southern California Gas Company, 1919 South State College Boulevard, SC8389, Anaheim, CA 92806; 866-563-2637;
http://www.socalgas.com/construction/ahp/

California Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives
State and federal laws and incentives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, air quality, fuel efficiency, and other transportation-related topics are available for businesses.  The main incentives in California are: 

• Idle Reduction Incentives
• Alternative Fuel Incentive Development
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program
• Alternative Fuel Research and Development
• High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption
• Funding for Emission Reductions
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Refueling Infrastructure Grants and Loans
• Lower-Emission School Bus Grants
• Alternative Fuel Research and Development
• Vehicle Emission Reduction Grants - Sacramento
• Funding for Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emission Reductions - Sacramento
• Funding for Air Quality Improvement Programs - Ventura County
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle, Refueling Infrastructure and Idle Reduction Grants - San Joaquin Valley
• Low-Emission Vehicle Incentives and Technical Training - San Joaquin Valley
• Funding for Emission Reductions - South Coast
• Technology Advancement Funding - South Coast
• Natural Gas Vehicle Home Fueling Infrastructure Incentive - South Coast
• Alternative Fuel and Advanced Technology Vehicle and Infrastructure Incentives – Vacaville
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Incentive - Sacramento
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Parking Incentive - Los Angeles
• Clean Vehicle Parking Incentive - Hermosa Beach
• Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and Zero Emission (ZEV) Vehicle Parking Incentive - San Jose
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Parking Incentive - Santa Monica
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Incentive - Los Angeles Airport

• Solar Electric
  The Residential Solar Electric Program currently offers rebates of up to $6,000 per system ($3,000 from the GEO and $3,000 from Program Partners) to qualified homeowners through their local Partner for the installation and upgrade of net metered solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.  Rebates of up to $15,000 for small businesses will be available in January 2009.  The Solar Electric Program is not available in Investor-Owned Utility (Xcel Energy and Aquila Colorado) service territories.
• Solar Domestic Hot Water
  The Solar Domestic Hot Water Program offers rebates of up to $3,000 per system ($1,500 from the GEO and $1,500 from Program Partners) to qualified homeowners through their local Partner to homeowners who use solar energy to heat domestic water.  Rebates of up to $9,000 for small businesses will be available in January 2009.  The Solar Domestic Hot Water Program is available statewide.

Contact:  GEO Residential Solar Program Administrator, Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association (CoSEIA), 841 Front Street, Louisville, CO 80024; 303-333-7342 or 888-633-9764; Fax:  303-474-7579; http://www.colorado.gov/energy/renewables/ResidentialSolarProgram.asp

Cash Incentives to Install a PV Solar System
Aquila's On-Site Solar PV Rebate Program provides an incentive of $2 per watt DC of installed photovoltaic (PV) capacity combined with a separate payment for the renewable energy credits (RECs) associated with the PV-generated electricity over a 20-year period. The rebate and REC payment incentive program are available to any Aquila customer who installs a new PV system up to 100 kilowatts (kW) in capacity for on-site use.  Aquila recommends using a qualified PV installation contractor from a list furnished by the Colorado Renewable Energy Society, available at:  http://www.coseia.org/.  For more details, contact:  Aquila PV Rebate Program, Aquila, Inc., 105 South Victoria, Pueblo, CO 81003; 800-454-8651; http://pv.aquilaprograms.com/
Application:  http://pv.aquilaprograms.com/download/website.program.application.
and.agreement.pdf

Tax Refunds for PV & Solar Water Installations
The City of Boulder offers a solar sales and use tax rebate for photovoltaic (PV) and solar water heating installations. PV owners may receive a rebate (essentially a tax refund) drawn from the unrestricted tax revenues collected from solar energy sales.  Approximately 55% of solar sales and use tax revenues go to restricted funds. Of the unrestricted revenues, 35% percent is refunded to the PV system owner.  For more details, contact:  City of Boulder, Office of Environmental Affairs, Boulder, CO 80306; 303-441-3878; Fax:  303-441-4070; http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&
task=view&id=7700&Itemid=2845
Application:  http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/files/Environmental%20Affairs/climate%20
and%20energy/Solar%20Rebate/solar_rebate_form_final_fillable.pdf

Grant $$ to Install Energy Saving Measures on Affordable Housing Developments
A portion (65%) of the renewable energy fund (listed above) is dedicated for the purpose of providing financial assistance through grants toward installation of photovoltaic (PV) or solar thermal systems.  The ClimateSmart Solar Grant Fund is used to rehabilitate or install solar energy systems on affordable housing developments and site-based non-profit organizations in Boulder.  The amount of each grant varies, depending on the project.  For more information, contact:  City of Boulder, Office of Environmental Affairs, Boulder, CO 80306; 303-441-3878; Fax:  303-441-4070; http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&
task=view&id=7700&Itemid=2845
Application:  http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/files/climatesmart_solargrant_ver1.pdf (for non-profits or housing projects) and http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/files/climatesmart_solargrant_ver2.pdf (for homeowners)

$$ Rebates for PV Solar System Installations
Through its Renewable Energy Rebate Program, Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) offers a $3.75 per-watt (AC) rebate to customers who install grid-connected solar electric (PV) systems with a minimum capacity of 500 watts and a maximum of 10 kW for residential systems and 25 kW for commercial systems.  The incentive amount is likely to decrease by $0.25 to $0.50 per watt per year.  Qualifying PV modules must be included in the California Energy Commission (CEC) List of Eligible Photovoltaic Modules found at http://www.consumerenergycenter.org/cgi-bin/eligible_pvmodules.cgi.  Qualifying inverters must be included in the CEC List of Eligible Inverters found at http://www.consumerenergycenter.org/cgi-bin/eligible_inverters.cgi.  To find out more about this incentive, contact:  Colorado Springs Utilities, P.O. Box 1103, Colorado Springs, CO 80947; 719-668-8509; Fax:  719-668-2510; http://www.csu.org/residential/rebates/renew_rebate/index.html
Application:  http://www.csu.org/residential/rebates/renew_rebate/9541.pdf

$25,000 for Renewable Energy Projects
Gunnison County Electric Association's (GCEA) low-interest loan program is available to members and non-members in the GCEA service territory for the installation of photovoltaic, wind, and other renewable energy projects as approved by the board of directors. A loan of up to $25,000 over 10 years is available to qualifying participants. Current interest rates vary by month but are fixed at the time the loan is made.  The loan does not cover batteries, and is limited to systems 10kW or smaller.  Contact:  Program Information, Gunnison County Electric Association, Inc., 37250 Hwy. 50, P.O. Box 180, Gunnison, CO 81230; 970-641-3520; Fax:  970-641-5302; http://www.gcea.coop/

$20,000 Rebates to Install New Energy Technologies
Holy Cross Energy's WE CARE (With Efficiency, Conservation And Renewable Energy) Program offers a $2.00-per-watt DC incentive for renewable energy generation using wind, hydroelectric, photovoltaic, biomass or geothermal technology. Payments are not to exceed 50% of actual installed costs, and the maximum rebate per installation is $20,000. While systems larger than 10 kW are capped at the $20,000 rebate level, there is technically no capacity limit to participate in the rebate program.  Systems must be within Holy Cross’s service territory and connected to Holy Cross Energy's electric system to qualify for renewable energy incentives.  For more details, contact:  Holy Cross Energy, P.O. Box 2150, Glenwood Springs, CO 81602-2150; 970-947-5430; Fax:  970-947-5455; http://www.holycross.com/
Application:  http://www.holycross.com/media/EDocs/WE_CARE_Application__Rev_5_122107_.pdf

$3,000 for New Installations of Solar Systems
La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) offers a one-time rebate, not to exceed the cost of the system, to residential customers who install a solar, wind or hydropower facility. To be eligible for the rebate, the system must be grid-tied and located in LPEA's service territory. The rebate is $2 per watt up to $3,000.  Customers retain ownership of the renewable-energy credits (RECs) associated with the electricity they generate.  To learn more, contact:  La Plata Electric Association, 45 Stewart St., P.O. Box 2750, Durango, CO 81302; 970-247-5786; Fax:  970-247-2674; http://www.lpea.coop/company_info/Board%20Policies/300%20series%
20PDF/Policy%20359.pdf

Property Tax or Sales Tax Exemption for Homes & Businesses
Colorado enacted legislation in April 2007 (SB 145) to authorize counties and municipalities to offer property or sales tax rebates or credits to residential and commercial property owners who install renewable energy systems on their property.
Eligible renewable energy property is defined as any fixture, product, system, device or interacting group of devices that produce electricity from renewable resources, including, but not limited to, photovoltaic systems, solar thermal systems, small wind systems, biomass systems, or geothermal systems.  The program would be administered at the local level by individual cities and counties. Individuals should contact the cities or counties where their property is located to see if a tax rebate or credit will be established in their community.  Websites for many Colorado cities can be found at the Colorado Municipal League website:  http://www.cml.org/.  Websites for Colorado counties can be found at the Colorado Counties, Inc. website:    http://www.ccionline.org/.  You can read more about this exemption here: http://www.leg.state.co.us/clics/clics2007a/csl.nsf/fsbillcont3/31EEE26AB
55EDC4A87257251007D4FBD?open&file=145_enr.pdf

Credits Applied to Your Account for Energy Upgrades
Mountain View Electric Association, Inc. (MVEA) will pay credits to MVEA customers who install selected electrical heating systems and/or selected electrical appliances. The items covered by this credit program are:

• Heat Pumps: $125 - $150 per ton
• Terminal Unit: $85/unit
• Resistance Heating/ETS: $6-$16/kW
• Electric Water Heater: $50/unit plus additional rebate for timer and lifetime warranty

Application must be submitted within 180 days of installation.  To learn more, contact:  Member Services, Mountain View Electric Association, Inc., 1655 5th Street, Limon, CO 80828-1600; 719-775-2861 or 800-388-9881; Fax:  719-775-9513; http://www.mvea.coop/documents/Credits%20Program07.pdf

Energy Efficiency Utility Rebates
The Sangre De Cristo Electric Association (SDCEA) offers the Energy Efficiency Credit Program, a rebate program for space heaters and water heaters that run on off-peak time periods and Energy Star refrigerators and freezers.  For Space Heating, only permanent installations are eligible for this program and the minimum installation allowed is 1,000 watts. Rebate amounts are: $10 per kilowatt for resistive devices, $25 per kilowatt for electric thermal storage devices and $25 per timer installed. Credit must be requested within 180 days of installation. Heat pumps are also eligible for rebates; customers should contact SDCEA for more information on amounts and eligibility.  New and replacement water heaters are also eligible for rebates under this program. Eligible water heaters are at least 30 gallons, have a six-year warranty, and satisfy the energy factor requirements on the program website. Water heaters are eligible for a $100 rebate per unit, and a $25 rebate per timer device. In addition, the customer can receive a $25 rebate for purchasing a lifetime warranty on the water heater. The Energy Star Refrigerator and Freezer program provides rebates of $40/unit for customers who submit a receipt and an application signed by an SDCEA representative within 180 days of the equipment purchase.  Contact:  Program Manager – SDCEA, Sangre De Cristo Electric Association, 29780 North U.S. Highway 24, P.O. Box 2013, Buena Vista, CO 81211; 719-395-2412 or 800-933-3823; Fax:  719-395-8742; http://www.myelectric.coop/products/eec.cfm

Up to $200,000 for Solar Energy Systems
Xcel Energy's Solar Rewards Program provides an incentive of up to $3.50-per-watt (DC) for customers who install grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) systems ranging from 0.5 kilowatts (kW) to 10 kW-DC in capacity. The incentive is structured as a $2.00-per-watt rebate and a renewable-energy credit (REC) payment of up to $1.50 per watt. The REC payment may be adjusted, either up or down, based on the calculation of a system's expected electricity output, compared with an optimally oriented, fixed (i.e., non-tracking) system at the customer’s location, but only if the calculated system output differs from the optimally oriented system output by more than 10%. Battery storage is not covered by the rebate.  Maximum incentives are $35,000 for systems up to 10 kW; and $200,000 for the rebate portion for systems >10 kW up to 100 kW.  To qualify for a solar rebate, participants must receive approval from Xcel Energy prior to installing the system.  Contact:  Xcel Energy, 5050 N Service Drive, Winona, CO  80202; 507-457-1249; http://www.xcelenergy.com/Residential/RenewableEnergy/
Solar_Rewards/Pages/home.aspx 

Up to $2,500 for Energy Efficiency Installations
United Power offers rebates for the installation of a variety of energy efficient equipment including heating and cooling systems, water heaters, and motors. Customers should contact a United Power Member Services representative prior to purchasing and installing any new equipment to ensure program requirements are met. All credits must be requested within 180 days of installation. An inspection report signed by a United Power Energy Management Specialist is required to qualify for any of these credits.  Rebates range from $20 up to $2,500.  In addition, during the holiday season, United Power offers a rebate for energy efficienct LED holiday lights. Rebates of $2 per strand of 49 lights of less and $4 per strands of 50 lights or more, will be offered as a credit on the customer's bill.  Contact:  Energy Management Team, United Power, 500 Cooperative Way, Brighton, CO 80603; 303-659-0551 or 800-468-8809; http://www.unitedpower.com/rebate.aspx 

Grants, Loans & More for Renewable Energy Needs
The New Energy Economic Development (NEED) program receives its funding from the Clean Energy Fund, and provides grants, loans and other financial incentives to attract manufacturers of renewable energy and energy efficient products to the state.  Preference will be given to proposals that demonstrate the ability to provide substantial matching funds. (However, matching funds are not required if an applicant demonstrates sufficient need.)  To learn more, contact:  Governor's Energy Office, 1580 Logan Street, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80203; 303-866-2100 or 800-632-6662; Fax:  303-866-2930; http://www.colorado.gov/energy/resources/funding-opportunities.asp

Grants for Non-Profits to Install Solar Electric Systems
Namaste Solar Electric provides grants to help local non-profits install photovoltaic (PV) systems on their buildings.  Two types of grants are available through the program: matching grants and full grants. Matching grants allow non-profits to install PV systems with minimal investments. Namaste Solar's contribution is determined by calculating the retail price of the solar system and deducting the utility rebate amount (generally 50%-60%). Namaste Solar will contribute 50% of the remaining amount. The nonprofit's contribution can be secured through other grants, fundraisers or angel donors, or with general operating funds. With full grants, Namaste Solar donates 100% of the post-rebate cost of the solar system.  Contact:  Namaste Solar Electric, Inc., 2639 Spruce Street, Boulder, CO 80302; 303-447-0300, ext. 220; http://www.namastesolar.com/donations.html

Renewable Energy Property Tax Assessment
In Colorado, property tax for utility-scale electric-generating facilities is based on installed cost. Renewable-energy facilities installed are assessed property taxes as though their installed costs were comparable to those of nonrenewable-energy facilities. The incremental value of the renewable facilities above the nonrenewable facilities is disregarded. The Colorado Division of Property Taxation is responsible for determining the nonrenewable comparison value each year. To learn more, contact:  Department of Local Affairs, Division of Property Taxation, 1313 Sherman Street, #419, Denver, CO 80203; 303-866-2371; http://www.dola.state.co.us/dpt/state_assessed/index.htm

Commercial and Industrial Energy Grant Program
Holy Cross Energy has developed a voluntary carbon reduction strategy designed to slow the growth of carbon dioxide emissions created in the generation of electricity. It offers its industrial and commercial members an energy efficiency grant which can pay for up to half the cost of a professional, engineering grade energy use evaluation of the consumer's facilities, or up to half the cost of actual labor, equipment and/or material costs to install energy saving measures identified in an energy evaluation.  For more information, contact:  Member Service Representative, Holy Cross Energy, 3799 Highway 82, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601-9349; 970-945-5491; Fax:  970-945-4081; http://www.holycross.com/

Up to $10,000 to Install Small Wind Turbines
The Governor's Energy Office (GEO) provided matching grants to three electric cooperatives and one municipal electric utility to provide rebates for small wind to their local businesses and residents. The GEO established some basic rules but gave the participating administrators flexibility to modify their programs to best suit their customer's needs. In general, an incentive may not exceed 50% of the installed system cost.  Recipients of the incentive must also meet some basic efficiency requirements designed by the participating administrators.  The maximum incentive amounts are $5,000 to $10,000, which varies by utility.  The participants providing small wind rebates at this time are:

• Highline Electric Association; 970-854-2236; http://www.hea.coop/
• Sangre De Cristo Electric Association, Inc; 719-395-4590; http://www.myelectric.coop/solar/WindRebate.cfm
• Southeast Colorado Power Association; 719-384-2551; http://www.secpa.com/Sites/RenewableGenerationIncentives.htm
• Town of Estes Park; 970-577-3583; http://www.estesnet.com/

$$ Rebates for Commercial Cooling Needs
Estes Park Light and Power Department offers its commercial customers an incentive to install energy efficient central air conditioners and heat pumps. Additional Bonus Rebates can be granted; check on the website for more details. All systems must meet minimum efficiency standards described on their website. Applications must be received by Platte River within 60 days of the installation date.  Contact:  Estes Park Power & Light, Customer Service, 170 MacGregor Avenue, P.O. Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; 970-586-5331 or 970-577-3580; Fax:  970-586-6909 or Platte River Power Authority, Rebate Program Administrator, 2000 East Horsetooth Road, Fort Collins, CO 80525; 970-226-4000; Fax:  970-229-5244; http://www.prpa.org/productservices/crppoverview.htm
Application:  http://www.prpa.org/productservices/crppmaterials.htm

$70,000 to Upgrade Business Equipment
Fort Collins provides businesses incentives for new construction projects and existing building retrofits. The Electric Efficiency Program encourages companies to retrofit their facilities with new energy efficient equipment including lighting, air conditioning, motors, mechanical systems and industrial process improvements. A free energy audit performed by the utility can help decide what the incentives should be used for. Incentives for are the greater of $500 per kilowatt (kW) of summer peak demand reduction or $0.10 per annual kilowatt-hour (kWh) saved. Typically, the incentive pays for 25% to 50% of the project costs. Incentives must be approved before the project starts.  Fort Collins Utilities also offers cash rebates for upgrading to energy efficient central air conditioners and heat pumps. The amount of the rebate depends on the efficiency of the equipment. For air conditioners, rebates range from $50/ton to $65/ton, plus bonus incentives for units which are more efficient than the program requires. For heat pumps, rebates are worth $50/ton plus bonus incentives. Application must be received within 60 days of installation date.  Contact:  Fort Collins Utilities, The Power-to-Save Team, 330 S. College Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80524; 970-221-6700; http://fcgov.com/conservation/biz-eep.php
Application:  http://fcgov.com/conservation/xls/eep_proj_app-2007.xls
 
$50,000 + Design Assistance for Energy Efficient Buildings
The Integrated Design Assistance Program encourages the construction of new energy efficient buildings by offering rebates and design assistance. Participating companies can choose either prescriptive rebates for certain equipment types, or they can take a whole building approach. Businesses taking advantage of the whole design approach can receive up to $50,000 to help offset costs for additional design professionals, and the greater of $500 per kilowatt (kW) of summer peak demand reduction or $0.10 per annual kilowatt-hour (kWh) saved.  Contact:  Fort Collins Utilities, The Power-to-Save Team, 330 S. College Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80524; 970-221-6700; http://fcgov.com/conservation/biz-eep.php

$$ to Install Energy Saving A/Cs and Heat Pumps
Longmont Power and Communications offers its commercial customers an incentive to install energy efficient central air conditioners and heat pumps. The rebate is a per ton amount which varies with system size from $50-$65/ton for systems between 64,999 Btu/h and 239,999 Btu/h. All systems must meet minimum efficiency standards described in the website. Rebate qualifications and amounts are subject to change at any time. Contact:  Longmont Power & Communications, Customer Service, 1100 South Sherman Street, Longmont, CO 80501; 303-651-8386; http://www.prpa.org/productservices/crppoverview.htm
Application:  http://www.prpa.org/productservices/crppmaterials.htm

$100,000 for New Energy Efficient Equipment
Longmont Power & Communication offers an incentive for its business customers to install new or retrofitted energy efficient equipment in their facilities. Projects can qualify for the greater of $0.10 per annual kilowatt-hour (kWh) of energy savings or $500 per kilowatt (kW) summer demand savings. Incentive caps may apply. Projects are eligible for funding only if an application is processed by LPC or Platte River prior to beginning work. There is a limit of $100,000 per customer per year.  Contact:  Longmont Power & Communications, Customer Service, 1100 South Sherman Street, Longmont, CO 80501; 303-651-8386; http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/lpc/bus/eep_homepage.htm

Free Money to Upgrade Your Lighting & Fixtures
For energy efficient lighting, Longmont Power & Communication offers the LightenUP Program. Incentives vary depending on the types of fixtures and whether the lights are being installed in a new construction, or they are replacing less efficient lights in an existing building. For retrofit projects, rebates range from $500-$550/kW. Specific rates are listed on the program website.  Contact:  Longmont Power & Communications, Customer Service, 1100 South Sherman Street, Longmont, CO 80501; 303-651-8386;  http://www.prpa.org/productservices/lightenup.htm

$50 to $100 Rebates for Dishwashers, Washing Machines & Toilets
Longmont Power and Communications offers an incentive for its residential and commercial customers to install energy efficient washing machines and dishwashers.  The rebates are as follows: $50 for ENERGY STAR dishwashers; $50 for ENERGY STAR clothes washers; $50 for ultra-low volume toilets; and $100 for dual-flow toilets.  The original receipt or other manufacturer documentation must be shown upon request of the rebate.  Contact:  Longmont Power & Communications, Customer Service, 1100 South Sherman Street, Longmont, CO 80501; 303-651-8386; http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/lpc/
Application:  http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/lpc/gen/toolbox/pdfs/2008rebate_app.pdf

Cash Back for A/Cs and Heat Pumps
Loveland Water and Power offers its commercial and industrial customers an incentive to install energy efficient central air conditioners and heat pumps. The incentive amount is $65/ton for systems with a minimum efficiency rating of 13 SEER and 64,999 Btu/h or lower, and $50/ton for systems with a minimum efficiency rating of 11.0 EER between 65,000 and 134,999 Btu/h; a rating of 10.8 between 135,000 Btu/h and 239,999 Btu/h and a rating of 10.0 if the system is 240,000 Btu/h or higher.  For specific incentives, contact:  Loveland Water and Power, Customer Service, 500 East Third Street, Civic Center Complex, South Annex, Loveland, CO 80537; 970-962-3000; http://www.prpa.org/productservices/crppoverview.htm
Application:  http://www.prpa.org/productservices/crppmaterials.htm

$70,000 to Save Energy + Free Money for Light Fixtures
Loveland Water and Power offers an incentive for its business customers to install new or retrofitted energy efficient equipment in their facilities. During the summer peak period from 3 to 7 pm, June through August, Platte River will reward participating facilities with a $500 per kW-reduced rebate. All other times participants are awarded $.10 per annual kW saved. Projects are eligible for funding only if an application is processed by LPC or Platte River prior to beginning work. There is a limit of $70,000 per customer per year. For energy efficient lighting, Loveland Water and Power offers the LightenUP Program. Incentives vary depending on the types of fixtures and whether the lights are being installed in a new construction, or they are replacing less efficient lights in an existing building. For retrofit projects, rebates range from $500-$550/kW. For information on either program, contact: Loveland Water and Power, Customer Service, 500 East Third Street, Civic Center Complex, South Annex, Loveland, CO 80537; 970-962-3000; http://www.prpa.org/productservices/eepoverview.htm and http://www.prpa.org/productservices/lightenup.htm

Free Money for a Variety of Energy Improvements
Xcel Energy offers rebate programs for Colorado commercial customers for a wide range of energy efficiency technologies including heating and cooling, motors, lighting, and refrigeration. In many cases, Xcel energy will cover at least part of the cost of the assessment, in addition to the equipment installation rebate. If the customer would like to make energy efficiency improvements that are not included in their specific rebate programs, they may be eligible for the custom rebate program.  In conjunction with these prescriptive and custom rebate programs, Xcel Energy also offers design assistance and recommissioning diagnosis for commercial customers. Energy Design Assistance is only for new construction, additions, or major renovations to commercial spaces over 50,000 sq. ft. or housing/condominium projects over 150,000 square feet.  To learn more about specific incentives, contact: Customer Service, Xcel Energy, Business Programs, 1225 17th Street, Suite 1300, Denver, CO 80202; 800-895-4999; http://www.xcelenergy.com/

Colorado Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives
State and federal laws and incentives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, air quality, fuel efficiency, and other transportation-related topics are available for businesses.  The main incentives in Colorado are: 

• Biofuels Research Grants
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Tax Credit
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate
• Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit
• High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

Solar Lease Program for Photovoltaic Systems
CT Solar Lease allows homeowners to lease a photovoltaic (PV) system, with fixed monthly payments for a term of 15 years. This program, which combines the benefits of the Connecticut Clean Energy Fund's Solar Rebate Program and federal tax credits for solar energy, is available to owners of one- to four-family homes with a household income not greater than 200% of the area's median income. All electricity generated by a leased PV system reduces the homeowner's electric bill. At the end of the 15-year term, the homeowner may either buy the system at a reduced cost, extend the lease for another five years at a reduced monthly cost, or remove the system - at the homeowner's expense - and return the system to the program operator. The homeowner is responsible for paying all repairs and maintenance during the lease, as well as insurance though the CT Solar Lease program requires PV installers to warranty labor for the system for five years and manufacturer warranties are required for the PV modules (20 years) and inverters (five years). Contact: CT Solar Lease Program, AFC First Financial, 1005 Brookside Road, Great Bear Center, Allentown, PA 18106; 800-232-3477; http://www.ctsolarlease.com/

Generous Incentives in Solar Photovoltaic Program
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund's solar photovoltaic (PV) program offers qualified installers monetary incentives that will be passed on to customers in the form of rebates. This program supports multi-family residences, institutions and non-profit installations. The funding cap is $50,000 for non-profits per project. Factors considered in calculating the rebate include: PV panel selection, inverter efficiency, system orientation and tilt, and shading on the site. Please note that the Connecticut Clean Energy Fund has announced that rebate levels will be reduced on January 1, 2009 due to the recent extension and expansion of the 30% federal tax credit for residential photovoltaic (PV) systems. Contact: Connecticut Clean Energy Fund, 200 Corporate Place, 3rd Floor, Rocky Hill, CT 06067; 860-257-2362; Fax: 860-563-4877; http://www.ctcleanenergy.com/default.aspx?tabid=68

Loans up to $60,00 for Multi Residential Energy Programs
Energy Conservation Loans for single families are available through the Connecticut Housing Investment Fund to owners of one- to four-family homes who meet established income limits for family size and location. These loans may be used for a variety of energy conservation improvements such as: chillers; furnaces; boilers; heat pumps; air conditioners; programmable thermostats; duct/air sealing; building insulation; windows; passive solar space heat; solar water heat; solar space heat; photovoltaics; wind, biomass; and geothermal heat pumps. Interest rates vary and the loan may be repaid over 10 years. Loans for large residential properties are available through the Multi-Family Energy Conservation Loan Program. The terms are similar to the single-family dwellings loans but with a higher principal available. Contact: Connecticut Housing Investment Fund, 121 Tremont Street, Hartford, CT 06105; 860-233-5165 Ext.2019; Fax: 860-920-2038; http://www.chif.org/owner_borrowers/index.shtml - energy

Capital Grants for Customer-Side Distributed Resources
Connecticut offers grants to retail end-use customers of electric distribution companies for the installation of customer-side distributed resources. Customer-side distributed resources are defined as “the generation of electricity from a unit with a rating of not more than sixty-five megawatts on the premises of a retail end user within the transmission and distribution system including, but not limited to, fuel cells, photovoltaic systems or small wind turbines, or a reduction in the demand for electricity on the premises of a retail end user in the distribution system through methods of conservation and load management, including, but not limited to, peak reduction systems and demand response systems." Eligible baseload distributed generation projects will receive an award of $450 per kilowatt (kW). Electric distribution companies will purchase excess generation from the projects at the company's non-firm tariff rate. A grant payment will be issued to the customer-generator after the Department of Public Utility Control receives security equal to 50% of the grant amount, when the DPUC receives an affidavit that the project has completed final acceptance of the applicable interconnection process, including satisfactory commissioning test; and  the project is operational. Contact: Connecticut Department of Public Utility Control, 10 Franklin Square, New Britain, CT 06051; 860-827-2773; Fax: 860-827-2613; http://www.state.ct.us/DPUC/dg.htm

Low Interest Loans for Customer-Side Distributed Resources
Long-term financing is available to retail end-use customers for the installation of customer-side distributed resources. Customer-side distributed resources are defined as "(A) the generation of electricity from a unit with a rating of not more than sixty-five megawatts on the premises of a retail end user within the transmission and distribution system including, but not limited to, fuel cells, photovoltaic systems or small wind turbines, or (B) a reduction in the demand for electricity on the premises of a retail end user in the distribution system through methods of conservation and load management, including, but not limited to, peak reduction systems and demand response systems." Interest rates are fixed and will be determined at the time the application is approved by Banc of America. Loans will be collateralized by way of equipment, or other collateral or credit enhancements required by Banc of America. Contact: Connecticut Department of Public Utility Control, 10 Franklin Square, New Britain, CT 06051; 860-827-2811; Fax: 860-827-2613; http://www.state.ct.us/DPUC/dg.htm

Property Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Systems
Connecticut provides a property tax exemption for "Class I" renewable energy systems and hydropower facilities that generate electricity for private multi-family residential use. The exemption is available for systems installed on or after October 1, 2007, that multi-family dwellings limited to four units. In addition, "any passive or active solar water or space heating system or geothermal energy resource" is exempt from property taxes, regardless of the type of facility the system serves. In addition, Connecticut municipalities are authorized, but not required, to offer a property tax exemption for qualifying combined heat and power (CHP) systems installed on or after July 1, 2007. Connecticut municipalities are also authorized, but not required, to offer a property tax exemption for the amount by which the assessed valuation of an active solar energy heating or cooling system exceeds the assessed value of a conventional heating or cooling system, and also the amount by which the assessed valuation of a passive or hybrid solar energy heating or cooling system installed exceeds the valuation at which such real property would be assessed if built using conventional construction techniques. Contact: Public Information, Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, Policy Development and Planning Division, 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106-1379; 860-418-6200; 800-286-2214; Fax: 860-418-6487; http://www.opm.state.ct.us/

Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Energy Efficient Products
In Connecticut, compact fluorescent light bulbs and certain weatherization products are exempt from the state sales and use tax. Residential weatherization products are defined as programmable thermostats, window film, caulking, window and door weather strips, insulation, water heater blankets, water heaters, natural gas and propane furnaces and boilers that meet the federal Energy Star standard, windows and doors that meet the federal Energy Star standard, oil furnaces and boilers that are at least 84% efficient, and ground-source heat pumps that meet the minimum federal energy efficiency rating. Contact: Public Information Officer, Connecticut Department of Revenue Services, Taxpayer Services Division, 25 Sigourney Street, Hartford, CT 06106-5032; 860-297-5962; http://www.ct.gov/drs/cwp/view.asp?Q=382830&A=1436

Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Solar and Geothermal Systems
Connecticut has enacted legislation that establishes a sales and use tax exemption for solar energy equipment and geothermal heat pumps. This legislation has added passive and active solar water-heating systems, passive and active solar space-heating systems, and solar-electric systems to the list of exempt technologies. The exemption includes equipment related to eligible systems and sales of services relating to the installation of eligible systems. Contact: Public Information Officer, Connecticut Department of Revenue Services, Taxpayer Services Division, 25 Sigourney Street, Hartford, CT 06106-5032; 860-297-5962; http://www.ct.gov/DRS

$750,000 Incentives in Operational Demonstration Program
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) created the Operational Demonstration Program to enable early-stage companies to demonstrate the effectiveness of their own near-commercial, clean-energy technologies. The program supports proposals for demonstration projects that have a high likelihood of developing into a commercial product within a reasonable period of time. Eligible resources include solar, wind, ocean thermal, wave or tidal, run-of-the-river hydro, fuel cells, hydrogen generation and storage technologies, landfill gas, low-emission advanced biomass-conversion technologies, and usable electricity from combined heat and power (CHP) systems with waste-heat recovery systems. Projects must have a capacity of at least one kilowatt (kW), or the functional equivalent for hydrogen generation. Funding for the Operational Demonstration Program will be provided in the form of an unsecured loan, with repayment contingent upon the product achieving "commercial success." The CCEF will also collect an additional percentage of product revenues for products that exceed a higher revenue threshold. The maximum amount of funding for each individual award is $750,000. Requests for funding above $500,000 must be justified, however, by the unique nature of the project, the project’s large scale, or compelling potential benefits for Connecticut electric ratepayers. Applicants must be entrepreneurs, developers or integrators of the technology they hope to commercialize and must have a demonstrated long-term interest in commercializing the technology. Contact: Connecticut Clean Energy Fund, Connecticut Innovations, 200 Corporate Place, 3rd Floor, Rocky Hill, CT 06067; 860-257-2332; Fax: 860-563-4877; http://www.ctcleanenergy.com/default.aspx?tabid=98

Awards to $30,000 in New Energy Technology Program
Connecticut's New Energy Technology program aims to develop innovative energy-efficient technologies and renewable-energy technologies in order to save energy, improve air quality and generate employment opportunities in Connecticut. Grants are available to applicants who submit promising pre-commercial technologies that conserve energy or facilitate the use of renewable energy. Individual awards up to $10,000 will be awarded to as many as five "small firms" - a firm that employs 30 or fewer people - each year. Previous award recipients have used grant funding for product development, prototype testing, patent application, business plan development, payroll, and product marketing and promotion at trade shows. In addition to providing grant funding, the Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM) offers guidance to recipients to find additional technical and financial assistance. This assistance could include locating potential industry partners, or identifying and applying for other state and federally sponsored programs. Grant recipients submit progress reports on a quarterly basis until the grant is expended. Grant recipients are expected to submit a final report after one year, describing the project's progress and how the award has assisted the project's development. Contact: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, 450 Capitol Avenue, MS 52ENR, Hartford, CT 06106; 860-418-6384; Fax: 860-418-6495; http://www.opm.state.ct.us/pdpd2/grants/net.htm

$4.0 Million Available in Renewable Distributed Generation Program
Connecticut's On-Site Renewable Distributed Generation (DG) Program provides grants to support the installation of systems that generate electricity at commercial, industrial and institutional buildings. Systems utilizing solar photovoltaics (PV), wind, fuel cells, landfill gas, low-emission advanced biomass-conversion technologies, run-of-the-river hydropower, wave or tidal power, or ocean-thermal power are eligible. Most program support will target PV and fuel-cell projects. All projects must have a minimum system capacity of 10 kilowatts (kW), and projects must use an energy-generation device that is commercially available and offers warrantees, spare parts and service commensurate with commercial status. The maximum individual project award is $4 million, with the exception of PV-only projects, which are limited to $850,000 per project. In addition, grants of up to $50,000 per installation are available to support site-specific technical studies and financial feasibility studies. Furthermore, eligible clean-energy projects installed in the congested area of southwestern Connecticut receive a premium of 2¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh), based on the estimated lifetime output of the system. The following funding limits and evaluation timeframes apply to individual projects: Solar - incentives range from $3.50 per watt to $4.75 per watt; Fuel Cells - up to $4.70 per watt with a 10-year evaluation timeframe and fuel-cell projects with a capacity up to 1,000 kW are eligible for an incentive up to $4.70 per watt; Small wind - $3.60 per watt with a 15-year evaluation timeframe; Small biomass - $3.30 per watt, 10-year evaluation timeframe; Landfill gas - $3.20 per watt, 10-year evaluation timeframe; and Hydro with a 20-year evaluation timeframe. The CCEF takes ownership of the renewable energy credits (RECs) associated with electricity generation by PV and wind projects 50 kW-PTC and larger that receive funding. In turn, the CCEF compensates PV system owners based on the estimated present value of the system's RECs over 15 years. Contact: Connecticut Clean Energy Fund, 200 Corporate Place, 3rd Floor, Rocky Hill, CT 06067; 860-563-5851 Ext.331; Fax: 860-563-6978; http://www.ctcleanenergy.com/default.aspx?tabid=95

Grants Available in Project 150 Initiative
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund’s (CCEF) Project 150 Initiative was authorized by a legislation that requires the state's two electric distribution companies - CL&P and UI - to enter into long-term electricity purchase agreements to obtain at least 150 megawatts (MW) of "Class I" renewable energy. Pricing under these contracts includes a premium of up to 5.5¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh). Eligible technologies generally include photovoltaics (PV), solar thermal energy, geothermal energy, wind energy, ocean thermal energy, wave and tidal energy, fuel cells, landfill gas, low-impact hydropower, hydrogen, low-emission biomass, combined heat and power (CHP), and electricity generated by alternative fuels. For all projects the price paid by the distribution company is based on the energy delivered to a specified Connecticut “node.” Project developers were directed to energy pricing inclusive of all capital costs, fuel costs, fixed and variable O&M costs, and any other costs associated with delivering the contracted energy output of the facility to the bid-specified point of delivery. The CCEF announced it would award at least $50,000 to each project selected for an electricity purchase agreement under the Project 150 Initiative. Contact: Connecticut Clean Energy Fund, 200 Corporate Place, 3rd Floor, Rocky Hill, CT 06067; 860-563-5851 Ext.331; Fax: 860-563-6978; http://www.ctcleanenergy.com/default.aspx?tabid=97

$500 Incentive for Energy Efficient Furnaces and Boilers
Connecticut’s Furnace Replacement Rebate Program encourages households to replace existing multi-family residential furnaces or boilers with more energy-efficient models. The program provides rebates of up to $500 to households that purchase and install replacement natural gas, propane or oil furnaces and boilers between July 1, 2007, and June 30, 2017. Rebates are available for replacement natural gas furnaces or boilers that meet or exceed federal Energy Star standards, and for propane and oil furnaces and boilers that are at least 84% efficient. The program is administered by the Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM). Only natural gas, oil and propane furnaces/boilers installed in existing multi-family residential structures containing a maximum of four units are eligible. Rebates are not available for new construction/installation. The rebate amount may not exceed the total cost of the replacement furnace/boiler. Contact: Public Information – OPM, Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, Policy Development and Planning Division, 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106-1308; 866-940-4676; http://www.ct.gov/opm/furnacerebate

$40,000 Grants for Energy Conscious Blueprint Program
The United Illuminating Company (UI) Energy Conscious Blueprint Program provides design grants and implementation grants to assist designers, project owners and architects of commercial or industrial buildings with the additional cost of modeling, analysis, actual design and implementation of energy-efficient buildings. Customers with commercial, industrial, and governmental new construction, additions, or major renovation projects are eligible to participate. UI offers a wide variety of structured and custom options and works closely with the customer throughout all stages of the project. Incentives may be based on a dollar amount per square foot or on the percentage by which the building exceeds the energy efficiency code. In addition, the program offers rebates for new construction, major renovation and equipment replacement to increase the electric energy efficiency of non-residential new construction and major renovation projects. The rebates are customized to the individual project and will vary likewise. Contact: The United Illuminating Company, 157 Church St, New Haven, CT 06510; 877-947-3873; 203-499-2025; http://www.uinet.com/uinet/connect/UINet/Top+Navigator/Your+Business/UI+Products+%26+Services/Energy+Conscious+Blueprint/

Zero Interest Loans in Small Business Energy Program
Connecticut Light and Power (CL&P) Small Business Energy Advantage Program is a combined rebate and loan program offered to some of CL&P's business and industrial customers for making energy efficiency improvements to their facilities. Business customers with an average 12-month peak demand between 10 kW and 200 kW qualify, and while all industrial customers within that range are eligible, CL&P prefers industrial customers with loads below 50 kW. A contractor conducts an energy assessment of the facility and submits a proposal of possible energy-efficiency measures, estimated energy savings, customer incentives, and financing options. Once approved by CL&P, exact rebate amount is determined. In addition to the rebate, the remaining cost of the project can be paid off in the form of a zero interest loan directly from CL&P. Contact: Connecticut Light & Power, Customer Service, P.O. Box 270, Hartford, CT 06141; 877-947-3873; http://www.cl-p.com/

Zero Interest Loans to $100,000
Connecticut Light & Power (CL&P) offers the Small Industrial and Commercial Loan Program to industrial and commercial customers for the installation of electric energy-saving measures. Eligible industrial customers are those that have been in business at least three years, with a good credit history, fewer than 100 employees, and an average demand over 200 kW. Commercial customers must have an average demand between 200-350 kW and have been in business a minimum of three years. Loans are not available for customers or projects that qualify for CL&P’s Energy Conscious Blueprint or Small Business Energy Advantage programs. The loan is interest-free and has a maximum five-year payback period. The maximum loan amount is $100,000 and the minimum is $5,000. Contact: Connecticut Light & Power, Customer Service, P.O. Box 270, Hartford, CT 06141; 877-947-3873; http://www.cl-p.com/

Zero Percent Financing Program for Commercial and Industrial Customers
In partnership with three local banks, Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) is offering a zero percent loan for eligible energy efficiency improvement projects for commercial and industrial customers. Eligibility is determined by a technical evaluation of the customer's facility. The evaluation must show that the proposed energy efficiency improvements would result in a positive cost benefit and project payback of five years or less. Contact: Norwich Public Utilities, Efficiency Programs, 16 South Golden Street, Norwich, CT 06360; 860-823-4153; http://www.norwichpublicutilities.com/energyefficiency/efficiency-comm.html

No Interest Loans in Small Business Energy Program
The Small Business Energy Advantage Program is a combined rebate and loan program offered to small business customers of the United Illuminating Company (UI) for energy efficiency improvements. UI sends a representative to complete an energy audit. Based on the results, UI recommends certain energy efficient measures to be carried out by pre-approved energy efficiency professionals. The business customer then receives a rebate ranging from 25% to 50% of the cost. The remaining costs may be paid off as a zero interest loan on the business’ monthly utility bill. Contact: The United Illuminating Company, 157 Church St, New Haven, CT 06510; 877-947-3873; http://www.uinet.com/uinet/connect/UINet/Top+Navigator/Your+Business/UI+Products+%26+Services/Small+Biz+Energy+Adv./

Rebates in Commercial Energy Efficiency Program
Connecticut Light & Power (CL&P) offers rebates for certain energy-efficiency equipment purchased by the utility's commercial and industrial customers. Rebates are available for energy-efficiency HVAC equipment, motors and vending machines. The rebates have fixed amounts and are provided on a per-unit basis. They vary by the type of efficiency measure and are paid directly to customers after they install pre-designated measures using qualified, licensed contractors. Funding for these programs is limited, and rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Note that rebates for energy-efficiency lighting are no longer available under this program. Contact: Connecticut Light & Power, Customer Service, P.O. Box 270, Hartford, CT 06141; 877)-947-3873; http://www.cl-p.com/Business/SaveEnergy/BusinessRebates.aspx

Rebates to Improve Energy Efficiency
The Connecticut Light & Power Company (CL&P) Energy Opportunities Program helps its business and industrial customers to improve the energy efficiency of their existing facilities by offering rebates on various retrofit possibilities. Eligible customers are commercial and industrial users that have an average peak demand of greater than 200 kilowatts. Customers with less than this amount could also qualify for this program if they do not qualify for other CL&P incentive programs. For prescriptive measures, customers can receive incentives for the costs associated with the installation of high efficiency equipment. Existing equipment (except lighting) must be operational and have at least 25% of its useful life remaining. New construction and/or major renovation projects are not eligible for this program. For other projects, customers can receive the lesser of 50% of the costs or a set dollar amount based on the energy savings. Contact: Connecticut Light & Power, Customer Service, P.O. Box 270, Hartford, CT 06141; 877-947-3873; http://www.cl-p.com/Business/SaveEnergy/Services/EnergyOpportunities.aspx

Rebates for Commercial and Industrial Customers
The Connecticut Light & Power Company (CL&P) offers a number of prescriptive rebates for non-residential customers. The Lighting Rebate Program offers rebates to commercial and industrial customers for installing more energy efficient lighting fixtures into already existing facilities. New construction projects are not eligible. There must be at least a 10% system wattage reduction between the old and new system wattage for product to qualify. Additionally, commercial, industrial, agricultural and institutional CL&P customers of any size requiring new or replacement three-phase, premium-efficient general purpose motors between 1 and 200 horsepower are eligible for the MotorUp Rebate Program. Rebates are based on motor horsepower and range from $45 to $700. Rebates are applied for after the equipment has been installed. Commercial, industrial, agricultural, and institutional CL&P customers are eligible for the Cool Choice Program if they install new or replacement rooftop, split systems, terminal A/C units, and heat pumps with up to 30 tons of cooling capacity that meet or exceed current program efficiency standards. CL&P must pre-approve applications for rebates of $5,000 or more. Rebates vary according to technology and size, and range from $70 to $200 per ton. Finally, CL&P sponsors a $75 rebate for each vending machine occupancy sensor than a commercial business installs in their facility. Contact: Connecticut Light & Power, Customer Service, P.O. Box 270, Hartford, CT 06141; 877-947-3873; http://www.cl-p.com/

Incentives Available in Operation and Maintenance Program
All Connecticut Light & Power (CL&P) commercial and industrial customers are eligible for the Operation and Maintenance Program that helps improve the maintenance and operation of electric equipment. CL&P will pay 50% of the cost for analysis and up to 50% for the installation of all measures that meet the program requirements. Providing the recommended installations occur, the 50% cost to the customer for analysis will be reimbursed at project completion. Measures are decided by the result of the energy assessment and vary at each facility. Some of the more common measures include: modifications to existing EMS systems, pumps, and fans, HVAC and compressed air systems. Contact: Connecticut Light & Power, Customer Service, P.O. Box 270, Hartford, CT 06141; 877-947-3873; http://www.cl-p.com/

Commercial & Industrial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
Groton Utilities offers incentives for its commercial and industrial customers to install energy-efficient equipment in their facilities through several efficiency programs. Rebates for energy-efficient lighting retrofits and vending machine controls are based on the number of kilowatt-hours (kWh) saved. Rebates for new energy-efficient lighting and high-efficiency motors are based on the number and type/efficiency rating of units installed. Rebates for HVAC equipment are based on the system size and efficiency. In most cases, the rebate is limited to 50% of the total project cost. Groton Utilities also offers cash incentives for customers who participate in the utility's Demand Response Program. This voluntary program requires customers to reduce electricity consumption when the electric system is severely constrained and the price of electricity is very high. This typically occurs only a few times a year during peak summer months. Contact: Customer Service, Groton Utilities, 295 Meridian Street, Groton, CT 06340; 860-446-4000; Fax: 860-446-4098; http://www.grotonutilities.com/elec_conserv_comm.asp

Rebates for High-Efficiency Energy Systems
Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) provides rebates to its commercial, industrial, institutional, and agricultural customers for high-efficiency HVAC systems and premium efficiency electric motors purchased and installed on or after January 1, 2007. The rebates have fixed amounts and are provided on a per-unit basis. Rebates for HVAC systems vary between $70-$250, while rebates for motors vary between $45-$700 depending on the size and efficiency rating. Completed and signed applications must be submitted within 30 days of the equipment installation to be eligible for rebates. In addition to these rebates NPU customers can also participate in the NPU Light Bulb Program and purchase compact florescent bulbs (CFLs) from the Energy Star Lights catalog at a direct discount. Contact: Norwich Public Utilities, Efficiency Programs, 16 South Golden Street, Norwich, CT 06360; 860-823-4153; http://www.norwichpublicutilities.com/energyefficiency/efficiency-comm.html

Rebates in Cool Choice Energy Efficiency Program
The Cool Choice Program offers rebates to commercial, industrial or agricultural customers of the United Illuminating Company that install high-efficiency air conditioning and air to air heat pump systems. The amount of the rebate varies depending on the specific type of technology and the efficiency, but ranges from $70 to $200 per ton. Pre-approval from participating electric utility or sponsor required if the rebate total is greater than $5,000. Applications are available on the website listed above and can be submitted after equipment is installed. Contact: The United Illuminating Company, 157 Church St, New Haven, CT 06510; 877-947-3873; 203-499-5828; http://www.uinet.com/uinet/connect/UINet/Top+Navigator/Your+Business/UI+Products+%26+Services/Cool+Choice/

$200,000 in Rebates for Eligible Efficient Technologies 
The Energy Opportunities Program is offered by The United Illuminating Company (UI) to any of its commercial or industrial customers who are interested in retrofitting their existing building in an energy efficient manner. UI offers rebates for a wide range of technologies. Eligible technologies are: equipment insulation; lighting; lighting controls/sensors; chillers; furnaces; boilers; heat pumps; air conditioners; CHP/Cogeneration; heat recovery; steam-system upgrades; compressed air; programmable thermostats; energy mgmt. systems/building controls; windows; motors; motor-ASDs/VSDs; custom/others pending approval; and refrigeration. Possible financing is available to qualifying customers. Generally, measures that have a shorter energy payback period are eligible for incentives under this program; technologies that have a longer payback can receive funding under the UI Energy Conscious Blueprint Program. Contact: The United Illuminating Company, 157 Church St, New Haven, CT 06510; 877-947-3873; 203-499-2025; http://www.uinet.com/uinet/connect/UINet/Top+Navigator/Your+Business/UI+Products+%26+Services/Energy+Opportunities/

Incentives in Express Lighting Program
In conjunction with Connecticut Power and Light, the United Illuminating Company offers the Express Lighting Rebate Program to its commercial and industrial customers for rebates for installing energy efficient lighting fixtures into already existing facilities. New construction projects are not eligible. There must be at least a 10% system wattage reduction between the old and new system wattage for product to qualify. A wide range of lighting equipment is eligible for rebates on a per-unit basis ranging from $10 to $50 per fixture. Contact: The United Illuminating Company, Conservation Load Management, 157 Church St, New Haven, CT 06510; 877-947-3873; http://www.uinet.com/

Rebates to $700 in MotorUp Incentive
The United Illuminating Company's MotorUp Premium Efficiency Motor Initiative gives rebates to industrial, commercial, institutional and agricultural customers for installing high energy efficient motors. To qualify for an incentive, the motor(s) must operate a minimum of 2,000 hours per year and meet efficiency standards listed on the application. Contact: The United Illuminating Company, 157 Church St, New Haven, CT 06510; 877-947-3873; 203-499-5828; http://www.uinet.com

Connecticut Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives
State and federal laws and incentives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, air quality, fuel efficiency, and other transportation-related topics are available for businesses.  The main incentives in Connecticut are:

• Biodiesel Production and Distribution Grants
• Biofuels Support
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Parking - New Haven

For more information on these incentives or to learn more about state laws and regulations regarding alternative fuel in Connecticut, go to: http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/progs/state_summary.php/CT or Project Manager, National Energy Technology Laboratory, U.S. Department of Energy; 412-386-4726; Fax: 412-386-5835 or Clean Cities Coordinator, Capital Clean Cities of Connecticut; 800-255-2631; Fax: 860-646-8861

• Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways
• Alternative Fuel Tax Exemption
• Idle Reduction Requirement

• Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Tax Exemption
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle Exemption from Driving Restrictions

• Hydrogen-Powered Vehicles and Hydrogen Vehicle Fueling Station: 75% of all capital costs, operation and maintenance costs, and research and development costs, up to a limit of $ 3 million per state fiscal year for all taxpayers, in connection with an investment in hydrogen-powered vehicles and hydrogen vehicle fueling stations in the state, including, but not limited to, the costs of constructing, installing, and equipping such technologies in the state
• Commercial Stationary Hydrogen Fuel Cells: 75% of all capital costs, operation and maintenance costs, and research and development costs, up to a limit of $ 1.5 million per state fiscal year for all taxpayers, and limited to a maximum of $ 12,000 per fuel cell, in connection with an investment in commercial stationary hydrogen fuel cells in the state, including, but not limited to, the costs of constructing, installing, and equipping such technologies in the state.
• Biodiesel and Ethanol Production, Storage, and Distribution: 75% of all capital costs, operation and maintenance costs, and research and development costs, up to a limit of $ 6.5 million per state fiscal year for all taxpayers, in connection with an investment in the production, storage, and distribution of biodiesel (B10-B100) and ethanol (E10-E100) in the state, including the costs of constructing, installing, and equipping such technologies in the state. Gasoline fueling station pump retrofits for ethanol (E10-E100) distribution also qualify as an eligible cost.

• Up to $3,000 for each new job.
• Up to $1,500 bonus for each new job if the Company is located in a Designated Priority Area.
• Up to $1,500 bonus for each new job if the employee resides in a Designated Priority Area.
• Up to $1,500 bonus for companies that operate their businesses out of buildings or facilities that qualify as "green construction" and/or that incorporates alternative energy systems; and an additional bonus of up to $500 if the Company operates its business in a building or facility which incorporates solar thermal, photovoltaic, fuel cell, and/or co-generating energy generation. The alternative energy systems, with the exception of solar thermal, must be grid interconnected to the local utility to qualify.
 
• Up to $1,500 bonus, if the company is in the business of Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Manufacturing, Installation and Repair.

• Alternative Fuels Production Incentive
• Renewable Energy Grants
• Hydrogen and Biofuels Tax Exemption
• Hydrogen and Biofuels Investment Tax Credit
• High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

• Alternative Fuel Production Facility Tax Exemption
• Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Tax Credit
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Tax Credit
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Tax Credit
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

• 35% in the year the investment was made (maximum credit of $700,000)
• 25% in the first year following the year in which the investment was made (maximum credit of $500,000)
• 20% in the second year following the investment (maximum credit of $400,000)
• 20% in the second year following the investment (maximum credit of $400,000)
• 10% in the third year following the investment (maximum credit of $200,000)
• 10% in the fourth year following the investment (maximum credit of $200,000)

• Business Investment Tax Credit
• Ethanol Production Incentive

• Natural Gas Furnace/Boiler: $400
• Air Source Heat Pump: $400
• Geothermal Heat Pump:$1,500
• Floor and Wall Insulation (existing homes): $0.50/sq. ft.
• Attic and Ceiling Insulation (existing homes): $0.25/sq. ft.
• Windows (existing homes): $3.00/sq. ft.

• Biofuel Fueling Infrastructure Tax Credit
• Biofuels Tax Deduction

• Biofuels Production Facility Grants
• Clean Diesel Retrofit and Idle Reduction Grants
• E85 Fueling Infrastructure Grants
• Clean School Bus Program
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Alternative Fuel Rebates
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Incentives
• Biofuels Research and Development

• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Manufacturer Tax Credit
• E85 Fueling Station Grant Program
• E85 Storage Tank Cleaning Grants
• Ethanol Production Tax Credit
• E85 Fuel Retailer Tax Credit
• E85 Fuel Use Tax Credit
• Vehicle Research and Development Grants
• Biodiesel Price Preference
• Biodiesel Production Tax Credit
• Biodiesel Blending Tax Credit
• Biodiesel Retailer Tax Credit

• Ethanol Blend Retailer Tax Credit
• E85 Retailer Tax Credit
• Biodiesel Tax Credit
• Biofuels Infrastructure Grants
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Demonstration Grants
• Alternative Fuel Loan Program
• Alternative Fuel Production Loans
• Alternative Fuel Production Tax Credits
• Alternative Fuel Research and Development

• Cellulosic Ethanol Production Incentive
• Renewable Fuel Retailer Incentive
• Biodiesel Production Incentive
• Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Tax Credit
• Alternative Fueling Infrastructure Tax Credit
• Ethanol Production Incentive

• Qualified Energy Property: Water Heaters, Heat Pumps, Central Air Conditioners, Advanced Main Air Circulating Fans
• Weatherization Measures: Windows and Storm Doors, Added Insulation
• Energy-Efficient Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
• Interior Lighting Systems

• Biodiesel Production and Blending Tax Credit
• Ethanol Production Tax Credit
• Alternative Fue