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Colorado – Solar, Wind, and Energy Efficiency Easements and Rights Laws

Incentive TypeSolar/Wind Access Policy
Eligible TechnologiesPassive Solar Space Heat, Solar Water Heat, Solar Space Heat, Photovoltaics, Wind
Applicable SectorsResidential
Incentive AmountNone Listed
Maximum IncentiveNone Listed
Eligible System Size(s)None Listed
Equipment StandardsNone Listed
Installation StandardsNone Listed
Start DateNone Listed

More Information Contact:

Public Information Colorado Energy Office 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver, CO 80203 Phone: (303) 866-2100 Phone 2: (800) 632-6662 Fax: (303) 866-2930 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site:http://www.colorado.gov/energy  

California Solar Initiative – Solar Water Heating Rebate Program

Incentive Type State Rebate Program
Eligible Technologies Solar Water Heat, (only non-residential solar pool heating), Solar Pool Heating
Applicable Sectors Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Nonprofit, Schools, Local Government, State Government, Fed. Government, Multi-Family Residential, Low-Income Residential
Incentive AmountStep 1 Incentive Rates (contact utility to determine current incentive levels): Single Family Residential Incentives: Systems that displace natural gas: $18.59 per estimated therm displaced Systems that displace electricity or propane: $0.54 per estimated kWh displaced Commercial/Multifamily Incentives: Systems that displace natural gas: $14.53 per estimated therm displaced Systems that displace electricity or propane: $0.42 per estimated kWh displaced Single-Family Low-Income Incentives: Systems that displace natural gas: $25.64 per estimated therm displaced Multifamily Low-Income Incentives: Systems that displace natural gas: $19.23 per estimated therm displaced
Maximum IncentiveStep 1 Incentive Limits (contact utility to determine current incentive limits): Single-family residential systems that displace natural gas: $2,719 Single-family residential systems that displace electricity or propane: $1,834 Commercial and multifamily residential systems that displace natural gas: $500,000 Commercial and multifamily residential systems that displace electricity or propane: $250,000
Eligible System Size(s)None Listed
Equipment StandardsResidential systems must be certified to SRCC OG-300 by either SRCC or International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) Solar collectors used in eligible commercial systems must be certified to SRCC OG-100 by either SRCC or IAPMO Only non-residential solar pool heaters are eligible
Installation StandardsSystems must be installed by an appropriately licensed contractor who is listed as being eligible to participate in the program. Self-installations are permitted if the building owner attends a designated CSI-Thermal Program training workshop.
Start Date
Start Date:5/1/2010; incentives are available retroactively for systems installed after 7/15/09
Expiration Date:12/31/2017, or until the funds run out.

More Information Contact:

Pacific Gas and Electric: Phone: (877) 743-4112 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.pge.com/csithermal California Center for Sustainable Energy (SDG&E territory): Phone: (877) 333-SWHP Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.energycenter.org/swh Southern California Gas Company: Phone: (800) Gas-2000 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.socalgas.com/rebates/solar/ Southern California Edison: Phone: (800) 799-4177 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.sce.com/csithermal

California (Marin County) – Solar Rebate Program

Incentive Type Local Rebate Program
Eligible Technologies Solar Water Heat, Photovoltaics, Solar Pool Heating
Applicable Sectors Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Nonprofit, Schools
Incentive AmountGrid-tied Photovoltaic System: $500 Solar Domestic Hot Water Heater: $300 Solar Pool Heater: $200
Maximum IncentiveGrid-tied Photovoltaic System: $500 Solar Domestic Hot Water Heater: $300 Solar Pool Heater: $200
Program budget$25,000
Equipment StandardsNone Listed
Installation StandardsNone Listed
Start DateNone Listed

More Information Contact:

Omar Pena Marin County Community Development Agency 3501 Civic Center Drive, #308 San Rafael, CA 94903-4157 Phone: (415) 507-2797 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.marinsustainability.org

Colorado – Solar Construction Permitting Standards

Incentive TypeSolar/Wind Permitting Standards
Eligible TechnologiesSolar Water Heat, Solar Space Heat, Photovoltaics
Applicable SectorsCommercial, Industrial, Residential, General Public/Consumer, Nonprofit, Local Government, Agricultural
Incentive AmountNone Listed
Maximum IncentiveNone Listed
Eligible System Size(s)None Listed
Equipment StandardsNone Listed
Installation StandardsNone Listed
Start DateNone Listed

More Information Contact:

Public Information Colorado Energy Office 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver, CO 80203 Phone: (303) 866-2100 Phone 2: (800) 632-6662 Fax: (303) 866-2930 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site:http://www.colorado.gov/energy

California (Alameda Municipal Power) – Solar Photovoltaics Rebate Program

Incentive Type Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Technologies Photovoltaics
Applicable Sectors Commercial, Residential
Incentive AmountResidential: $1.68/W (will be paid in 2015; see below for more information) Commercial: Program is closed
Maximum IncentiveNone Listed
Eligible System Size(s)Maximum size is 1 MW or 110% of customer's load, whichever is less
Equipment StandardsAll flat plate PV modules and inverters must be on the California Energy Commission's list of approved equipment. A minimum 10 year warranty is required for all systems.
Installation StandardsMust be grid-connected and installed by appropriately licensed contractor
Expiration Date December 31, 2017

More Information Contact:

Alan Hanger Alameda Power & Telecom Solar Electric Rebate Program P.O. Box H Alameda, CA 94501 Phone: (510) 814-6403 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.alamedamp.com/

California (Azusa Light & Water) – Solar Partnership Program

Incentive Type Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Technologies Photovoltaics
Applicable Sectors Commercial, Residential
AmountCommercial and industrial program is fully subscribed through at least July 2012 Calendar Year 2012: $2.35 per watt if customer transfers RECs to utility $1.85 per watt if customer retains ownership of RECs
Maximum Incentive50% of system cost
Eligible System Size(s)Minimum system size of 1 kW
Equipment StandardsPV equipment must be UL-listed and appear on the California Energy Commission's list of eligible modules and inverters. Systems must have a 20-year warranty (minimum) on modules against failure at industry standards, and a 10-year warranty (minimum) against breakdown on balance of system components.
Installation StandardsInstaller must be a properly licensed California contractor with an active A, B, C-10 or C-46 license
Expiration Date 12/31/2016

More Information Contact:

Paul Reid Azusa Light & Water PO Box 9500 Azusa, CA 91702 Phone: (626) 812-5154 Phone 2: (626) 812-5125 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.ci.azusa.ca.us/index.aspx?nid=132

California (Burbank Water & Power) – Green Building Incentive Program

Incentive Type Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Technologies Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:Passive Solar Space Heat, Solar Water Heat, Solar Space Heat, Photovoltaics, Wind, Biomass, Geothermal Heat Pumps, Daylighting, Small Hydroelectric
Applicable Sectors Commercial, Nonprofit, Multi-Family Residential
Incentive AmountLEED Level Certified: $15,000 Silver: $20,000 Gold: $25,000 Platinum: $30,000
Maximum IncentiveNone Listed
Eligible System Size(s)None Listed
Equipment StandardsNone Listed
Installation StandardsNone Listed
Start Date None Listed

More Information Contact:

Burbank Water and Power Rebates 164 W. Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502 Phone: (818) 238-3730 Phone 2: (818) 238-5220 Web Site: http://www.burbankwaterandpower.com/index.html

Florida – Lakeland Electric – Solar Water Heating Program

Incentive TypeOther Incentive
Eligible TechnologiesSolar Water Heat
Applicable SectorsResidential
Incentive AmountNone Listed
Maximum IncentiveNone Listed
Eligible System Size(s)None Listed
Equipment StandardsNone Listed
Installation StandardsNone Listed
Start DateJune 2010

More Information Contact:

Jeff Curry Lakeland Electric 501 E. Lemon St. Lakeland, FL 33801 Phone: (863) 834-6853 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site:http://www.lakelandelectric.com/