Florida

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

Tampa Electric - Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Programs

Last DSIRE Review: 07/03/2012

Program Overview:

State:	Florida
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Water Heaters, Lighting, Lighting Controls/Sensors, Chillers , Central Air conditioners, Heat recovery, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Windows, Roofs, Motors, Custom/Others pending approval, Led Exit Signs, Commercial Refrigeration Equipment, Heat Pump Water Heaters, HVAC Maintenance, ECM Equipment, Energy Recovery Ventilation, LED Lighting, Cool Roof
Applicable Sectors:	Commercial, Industrial
Amount:	Energy Audits and CFLs: Free Insulation (Ceiling): $0.255/sq. ft. Insulation (Wall): $0.40/sq. ft. Insulation (Roof): $0.15/sq. ft. Window Film: $1.25/sq. ft. Chillers: $0.56 - $1.17/kW reduction Cool Roof: $0.60/sq. ft. Duct Repair: $300/upgraded HVAC unit Motors: $6/HP upgrade Energy Recovery Ventilation: $1.32 - $2.26/CFM Air Conditioning ECM Equipment: $180/hp Refrigeration ECM Equipment: $125/hp HVAC Maintenance: $25/ton Lighting: $0.175/W reduction LED Exit Sign: $25/unit Lighting Occupancy Sensors: $25/unit Refrigeration Anti-Condensate Heat Strip: $0.65/ln. ft. Water Heater: $0.01166/Btu Direct Expansion A/C: $50/ton Package Terminal A/C: $37/ton
Maximum Incentive:	Cool Roof: $15,000 Chillers: $175/kW reduction Lighting: $175/kW reduction Water Heating: $700
Eligible System Size:	Motors: Facility must use three-phase motors with a minimum of 2,000 hours annually to qualify for the rebate
Equipment Requirements:	Chillers: varies by size and type, details listed on program web site Direct Expansion Air Conditioners: 10.5 EER minimum (varies by size) Package Terminal Air Conditioners: 11.5 EER minimum Heat Pump Water Heater: must be electric and meet ARI and ASHRAE standards, have a minimum coefficient of performance of 3.0 and be based on 120 degree (or greater) leaving water temperature Cool Roof: Must meet program technical guidelines
Installation Requirements:	Equipment must be installed by a pre-approved contractor
Web Site:	http://www.tampaelectric.com/business/saveenergy/

Summary:

Tampa Electric offers a variety of incentives for commercial and industrial customers to increase the efficiency of eligible facilities. Tampa Electric also offers a free energy audit to non-residential customers to help businesses to use energy more efficiently. Rebates are offered for energy efficient chillers, lighting, lighting occupancy sensors, air conditioners, duct inspections/repair, solar window film, ceiling and wall insulation upgrades, motors, refrigeration equipment and heat pump water heaters. All equipment must meet specific energy efficiency standards listed on the program web site. Interested customers should see the program web site for rebate applications and additional program details.

Contact:

	Hillsborough County Tampa Electric Energy Management Services P.O. Box 111 Tampa, FL 33601 Phone: (813) 275-3909 Phone 2: (813) 223-0800 Web Site: http://www.tampaelectric.com

	Polk County Tampa Electric Energy Management Services P.O. Box 111 Tampa, FL 33601 Phone: (813) 275-3909 Phone 2: (863) 299-0800 Web Site: http://www.tampaelectric.com

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