Iowa

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

Cedar Falls Utilities - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

Last DSIRE Review: 04/26/2013

Program Overview:

State:	Iowa
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Clothes Washers, Dehumidifiers, Water Heaters, Lighting, Furnaces , Boilers, Heat pumps, Central Air conditioners, Caulking/Weather-stripping, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Led Exit Signs, Appliance Recycling, LED Lighting
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Geothermal Heat Pumps
Applicable Sectors:	Residential
Amount:	Gas Water Heater: $300 Clothes Washer: $50 Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling: $50 Window AC/Dehumidifier Recycling: $25 Boilers: $400 Gas Furnace: $200 Central A/C: $200, plus $100 for each SEER above 14 Geothermal Heat Pump: $300 - $600 per ton Air Source Heat Pump: $300, plus $100 for each SEER above 15 CFL: 50% of cost up to $5 LEDs: 50% of cost up to $10 Fluorescent Fixtures/Ceiling Fan Light Kits: $20 per fixture Attic/Ceiling insulation/sealing: 60% of contracted labor, up to $1,000 Sidewall insulation/sealing: 60% of contracted labor, up to $1,000 Duct insulation/sealing: 60% of contracted labor, up to $1,000 Air Sealing/Weatherstripping: 60% of contracted labor, up to $200 Doors: $25-$75
Maximum Incentive:	Appliance Recycling: 2 rebates per residential account, per appliance type annually Ceiling Fan Light Kits: $20 per light kit; 6 per account per year Central A/C: $400 Air Source Heat Pump: $600 Attic/Ceiling Insulation: $1,000 Air Sealing/Caulking/Weather Stripping: $200 CFL: 50% of cost, up to $5 (10 per customer per year) LEDs: 50% of cost up to $10 (10 per customer per year) Fluorescent Fixtures: $20 per fixture; 6 per account per year
Equipment Requirements:	Gas Water Heater: EF .82; Energy Star qualified Clothes Washers: CEE Tier 3; CFU must supply water heating fuel Freezer/Refrigerator Recycling: Unit must be in working condition; larger than 16 cu. ft Window AC/Dehumidifier Recycling: Unit must be working Boilers: 92% AFUE Furnaces: 95% AFUE Central A/C: 14 SEER or higher Geothermal Heat Pump: 16.2 SEER rating; 3.3 COP Air Source Heat Pump: 15 SEER rating; 8.5 HSPF; Two stage units only HVAC equipment must be properly sized by CFU Ceiling Fan Light Kits/Fluorescent or LED Fixtures: ENERGY STAR qualified Doors: U-factor <0.20 LEDs: ENERGY STAR qualified
Web Site:	http://www.cfu.net/save-energy/residential-rebates.aspx

Summary:

The Cedar Falls Utilities (CFU) Energy Efficiency Rebate Program provides rebates for energy efficient heating and cooling equipment, thermal envelope improvements and appliance recycling. The amount of the rebate varies greatly by technology and all technology must meet specified energy efficiency requirements listed on the program web site. Heating and cooling rebates range from $200 - $300 per unit with an additional rebate for higher than the minimum required efficiency. Thermal envelope improvements, including attic, ceiling, in-wall, and foundation insulation are eligible for a rebate of 60% of the contracted labor plus up to an additional $1,000 for the costs of equipment and materials. To qualify for the heating and cooling rebates, CFU Energy Service staff must measure your home to determine the appropriate size of the new equipment to be installed. All recycled appliances must be in working condition and be picked up by CFU. All receipts must be mailed to CFU along with a completed application. Contact CFU for more information on this program.

Contact:

Cedar Falls Utilities
Energy Services
PO Box 769
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Phone: (319) 266-1761
Phone 2: (319) 268-5378
Fax: (319) 266-2143
E-Mail: energyservices@cfu.net
Web Site: http://www.cfu.net/save_energy

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