Iowa Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency |
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Last DSIRE Review: 03/12/2013
Program Overview:
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Iowa |
| Incentive Type: |
Utility Rebate Program |
| Eligible Efficiency Technologies: |
Clothes Washers, Dishwasher, Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building, Custom/Others pending approval |
| Applicable Sectors: |
Residential, Construction |
| Amount: | Builder Incentive: $800 - $2300
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| Equipment Requirements: | Envelope: R-10 continuous, or R-13 cavity foundation insulation
Slab Insulation: At least R-10 4 ft depth
Floor Insulation (Above Unheated Space): At least R-30
Walls: At least R-20 or R-13 + 5
Windows: Energy Star qualified; At least 15% of above-grade conditioned floor area must be at least 0.35
Doors: At least R-5
Ceiling: At least R-49
Furnace: At least 92% AFUE
Natural Gas Boiler: 85% AFUE
Integrated Space and Water Heating: 0.84 CAE
Thermostat: Energy Star qualified; or meets pre-programming requirements
Water Heaters (Storage,Tankless,Integrated Space/Water): At least 0.67 EF or 0.84 CAE
Infiltration: At least 5 ACH50
Duct Work: At least R-8 in unconditioned space; duct mastic/aluminum foil tape or other approved sealant to be used on sheet metal joints and supply and returns
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| Installation Requirements: | Natural gas must be the primary fuel source to qualify for this program. |
| Web Site: |
http://www.blackhillsenergy.com/services/programs/homes-newconstr...
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Summary:
Black Hills Energy offers new construction rebates for home builders in the eligible service area. Rebates between $800 and $2300 are available for a range of efficiency measures incorporated into home construction. Qualifying homes must use natural gas and meet the minimum efficiency requirements. The program web site listed above has a complete summary and table of available incentives and program requirements. A program application with complete program information is also available on the program web site. Home owners who purchase an eligible home along with a high-efficiency clothes washer and dishwasher are eligible for a $120 payment. Contact Black Hills Energy for other program information. |
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Disclaimer: The information presented on the DSIRE web site provides an unofficial overview of financial incentives and other policies. It does not constitute professional tax advice or other professional financial guidance, and it should not be used as the only source of information when making purchasing decisions, investment decisions or tax decisions, or when executing other binding agreements. Please refer to the individual contact provided below each summary to verify that a specific financial incentive or other policy applies to your project.
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