Florida

Incentives/Policies for Energy Efficiency

Lake Worth Utilities - Energy Conservation Rebate Program

Last DSIRE Review: 04/27/2012

Program Overview:

State:	Florida
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Clothes Washers, Dishwasher, Refrigerators, Lighting, Heat pumps, Central Air conditioners, Programmable Thermostats, Building Insulation, Led Exit Signs, Room Air Conditioners, LED Lighting
Applicable Sectors:	Commercial, Residential
Amount:	Residential Energy Savings Kit: Free AC/Heat Pump: $250 Clothes Washer: $100 Dishwasher: $75 Freezer: $100 Refrigerator: $100 Programmable Thermostat: $25 Room AC: $100 Insulation Upgrade: up to $300 Commercial Commercial Lighting: up to $1,000 Insulation Upgrade: up to $1,000 /LED Exit Sign: $50
Maximum Incentive:	Limit one of each type of equipment per customer account
Eligible System Size:	Refrigerator/Freezer: must be a full-size (7.75 cubic feet or larger)
Equipment Requirements:	All equipment must be Energy Star rated
Installation Requirements:	AC/Heat Pump: must be installed by a State of Florida Certified Heating, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation (HARV) or mechanical contractor Refrigerator: Proof of removal or disposal of old refrigerator is required
Web Site:	http://www.lakeworth.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={B994896A-C32...

Summary:

The City of Lake Worth Utilities, in conjunction with Florida Municipal Power Agency, offers a variety of rebates to residential and commercial customers for upgrading to energy saving equipment. Rebates are available for the installation of energy efficiency air conditioners, heat pumps, clothes washers, dishwashers, programmable thermostats, refrigerators, freezers, and insulation. All equipment must be Energy Star rated to qualify for the rebates. Commercial customers are eligible for a limited number of rebates compared to residential customers. Some equipment must meet additional energy efficiency standards listed on the program web site. Rebate applications can be found on the program website and must be submitted to the utility, with a copy of the proof of purchase, within 90 days of the equipment purchase date. Rebates will be paid to customer in the form of a credit on customer’s monthly utility bill. Grants of up to $3,000 are also available to low-income customers. See details on the program web site.

Lake Worth Utilities customers are also eligible for a free energy savings kit. The kits contain one high-efficiency shower-head; two faucet aerators; weather-stripping for doors; insulation pads for switch and outlet covers; an air conditioner filter whistle; and an energy saving tips booklet. Interested customers should bring a copy of a utility bill to the Lake Worth Utilities administration building.

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