Ceiling Insulation Upgrade ($0.10/sq.ft.)
The attic is the easiest place to add insulation; it can help lower your energy costs and keep you comfortable through the seasons. To qualify, final insulation level must be R-30 or higher. Existing R-Value, Final R-Value, total square footage and type of installed insulation must be included on the invoice. Businesses with an existing insulation value of R-30 or greater are not eligible for this rebate.

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Cool/Reflective Roof ($0.12 per sq.ft.)
A cool/reflective roof reflects the sun's rays to help lower roof A cool/reflective roof reflects the sun's rays to help lower roof surface temperature and increase roof life.  It helps lower your energy bill during the summer by preventing heat absorption. For more information, visit https://www.energystar.gov/products/cool_roofs_emissivity. 

Rebate requirements:

• Solar Reflectance value must be 0.7 or greater.
• A copy of the invoice, which must list the:
• Total square footage of material installed
• Type of reflective material
• Solar Reflectance value

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Custom Incentive Program, including Lighting Rebate
The OUC Commercial & Industrial Custom Incentive Program offers financial incentives to businesses that install energy efficient upgrades in their facilities. From lighting upgrades to refrigerator efficiency, you can create your own plan that will help your business save the most. Bring us your ideas and we will help craft a plan that will make life a little greener in your business and on your bottom line.

Incentives

• Non-lighting projects = $550 per kW of demand reduction, plus $0.032 per kWh for qualifying first-year energy savings.
• Lighting projects* = $250 per kW of demand reduction.
• Maximum of $100,000 per customer per year.

* Indoor lighting projects only

Eligibility
Participation is open to facilities located within OUC’s service area that receive electric service under an OUC commercial rate.

• Commercial & Industrial Custom Incentive Program Brochure [PDF]
• Commercial & Industrial Custom Incentive Program Info Sheets [PDF]

How to Apply
Send the completed Project Application below along with additional documents (savings calculations, spec sheets, estimated project costs, etc.) to conservationsupport@ouc.com. Once received, we will review your application and contact you to discuss the next steps in the approval process.

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Duct Repair/Replacement (100 percent of cost, up to $100)
Duct leaks make heating and cooling systems work longer and harder to maintain comfort in a business. Properly sealed ducts will lower your energy bill and improve the efficiency and performance of your central heating and cooling systems.

Rebate requirements:

• This rebate is applicable to commercial improvement projects.
• Ducts must be sealed with mastic or mastic with embedded Underwriters Laboratory (UL) approved duct tape on all accessible boots, joints and seams of the Air Duct System (ADS) in both the attic and in any accessible air handler closet. Any penetration of the ADS through the ceiling must be enclosed with a proper draft stop seal.
• For repairs: Invoice must have a separately-itemized amount for each system repair and must reflect the method of repair used.
• For replacement: Invoice must have a separately-itemized amount for the new duct system, and include the type of system installed and how it was sealed.

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ENERGY STAR^® Heat Pump Water Heater ($500)

Utilizing super-efficient technology, an ENERGY STAR^® Heat Pump Water Heater can cut water heating costs by more than half.  The Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) for qualifying models ranges from 2.2-3.3 or higher.  This rebate is not available for electric tankless/on-demand or gas water heaters. 

Incentive requirements:

1. The contractor and/or retailer's invoice is required to receive this rebate and must reflect the system model number.
• If receipt does not include the model number, be sure to submit a copy of the retailer’s item description of product installed that can be matched to the proof of purchase.
2. Proof of ENERGY STAR® qualification is also required to receive this rebate.

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ENERGY STAR^® Windows ($1.50/sq.ft. of windows installed)
Energy-efficient windows can help minimize your heating, cooling, and lighting costs. They provide comfort and they also protect your valuables from harmful sun rays.  For more information, please visit www.energystar.gov. Incentive requirements:

1. Windows must be National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) certified and meet ENERGY STAR® southern regionally-accepted standards of a U-Factor that equals 0.4 or less and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) that equals 0.25 or less.
2. Invoice must reflect either the separately itemized dimensions for each type of window installed or the total square footage.
3. Provide a copy of each NFRC window sticker.

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Heat Pump A/C ($45 - $1,150 - see TON/SEER Matrix)

Older air conditioning systems can be very costly to operate and maintain. New units are more efficient and use less energy while lowering your electric bill.  Annual energy savings for a 15.2 SEER2/16 SEER or greater system could be up to 25% when compared to a 12 SEER unit. This rebate is applicable to commercial improvements projects.  Rebate requirements:

• The new heat pump system must be rated 15.2 SEER2/16 SEER or higher.
• Model numbers for both the indoor and outdoor unit must be included on the invoice.
• Provide a copy of the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) Certificate, or the AHRI Reference number, that matches the model numbers listed on the invoice.

Click here to watch a brief video on how to use this rebate matrix.

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Window Film or Solar Screen ($0.55/sq. ft.)
Installing window film or solar screens on existing businesses can help reflect the heat during hot summer days, which can reduce your cooling costs.  Rebate requirements:

• Only products applied to east-, west- and south-facing windows qualify.
• Shading Coefficient (SC) of film or screen must be 0.5 or less and noted on the invoice.
• If the Shading Coefficient (SC) is not listed, the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) must be 0.435 or less to qualify (SC = SHGC/0.87).
• Adding window film or solar screens to ENERGY STAR® qualified double pane windows does not qualify for this rebate.


• For self-installation projects, please provide:
• A copy of the invoice(s) for the purchase of the installed product(s).
• A copy of the manufacturer’s specification sheet.
• If the Shading Coefficient (SC) is not listed, the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) must be 0.435 or less to qualify (SC = SHGC/0.87).
• The dimensions of each window where the film was installed for square footage calculations.

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Air Cooled Ice Machines ($125)
New air-cooled ice machines make ice quickly and use less energy and water compared to water-cooled ice makers. To qualify, replace an existing water-cooled ice machine with an air-cooled ice machine. Not applicable for new construction. Rebate requirements:

• Receipt(s)/invoice with the model number of the air-cooled unit(s) must be provided. 
• Spec sheet of the air-cooled unit(s).
• Pictures of the water-cooled unit, including model number, that was replaced.

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Smart Irrigation Controller (100% of cost of controller and installation, up to $200)

WaterSense labeled irrigation controllers, which act like a thermostat for your sprinkler system telling it when to turn on and off and can use local weather and landscape conditions to tailor watering schedules on the site.  With proper installation, programming, and maintenance, homeowners can use these controllers instead of standard controllers to save water.

The controller must be a new, standalone EPA WaterSense labeled controller.  Plug-in or add-on units are not eligible for rebate consideration.  This rebate is only available for OUC potable water customers with in-ground irrigation systems. Businesses using reclaimed water, or water from a well, lake, pond, etc. for irrigation are not eligible for rebate consideration.  A maximum of five rebates can be claimed per property.  For consideration of additional rebates please contact Conservation Support. Rebate amount is 100% of the cost of the controller, protective case, and installation up to $200, but does not cover taxes, shipping/handling, or other fees.

Required documents for self-installation (Must be submitted within six months of purchase)

• Receipt/invoice for the controller purchase.
  • Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
• Proof of WaterSense certification such as a manufacturer’s brochure or specification sheet, retailer’s product description screenshot, WaterSense certification screenshot, etc..
• Picture of the installed controller at your business. Click here for further guidance.

Required documents for professional-installation (Must be submitted within six months of installation)

• Receipt for the controller purchase, and/or an itemized contractor invoice for the controller and/or installation costs.

• Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
• If the controller is purchased by the customer and then installed by a professional, the receipt for the controller and the invoice for the installation must be submitted.
• Proof of WaterSense certification such as a manufacturer’s brochure or specification sheet, retailer’s product description screenshot, WaterSense certification screenshot, etc..
• Picture of the installed controller at your business. Please click here for further guidance.

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Smart Water Monitoring Rebate (100% of cost of device and installation, up to $100)

Smart water monitoring devices keep track of water consumption 24/7 and can send notifications of issues such as a leak.  As an added feature, some devices allow the capability to shut off the water if they detect a major leak.  They can also provide valuable information and insights into consumption.

Approved products that are eligible for a rebate:

• Flo by Moen™ Smart Water with Shutoff
• Kohler H2Wise
• Kohler H2Wise+
• Leak Defense System (must include valve)
• Phyn Plus
• Phyn Smart Water Assistant
• StreamLabs Control with Shutoff
• StreamLabs Smart Home Water Monitor

OUC does not endorse specific products, nor is responsible for the performance of the device. Displayed consumption may not match billed consumption and will not be accepted for billing purposes. Device must be installed beyond the water meter and backflow prevention device.

Important notice for businesses with automatic residential fire sprinklers
Improperly installing a smart water monitoring device could hinder the operation of fire sprinklers. Consult a licensed plumber for guidance.

Rebate amount is 100% of the cost of the device up to $100.00, and excludes tax and shipping. Previously-owned devices are not eligible for a rebate.

Required documents for self-installation (Must be submitted within six months of purchase)

• Provide receipt/invoice for the device purchase.
  • Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
• Provide a picture of the installed device.

Required documents for professional-installation (Must be submitted within six months of installation)

• Receipt for the device purchase, and/or an itemized contractor invoice for the device and/or installation costs.

• Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
• If the device is purchased by the customer and then installed by a professional, the receipt for the device and the invoice for the installation must be submitted.
• Provide a picture of the installed device.

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High-Efficiency Toilet (100% of cost, up to $125)
Replacing older toilets (manufactured in 1993 or earlier) will help you reduce your monthly consumption.  The new toilet must be an EPA WaterSense certified model that consumes 1.28 gallons per flush (GPF) or less and replace an existing toilet that consumes 3.5+ gallons per flush (GPF).  Toilets manufactured before 1980 typically consume 5 GPF or more, while toilets manufactured between 1980-1993 typically consume 3.5 GPF.  Businesses built after 1994 are not eligible for this rebate. Replaced toilet must have been made before 1994.

1. A receipt/invoice must be submitted within six months of purchase for self-installed toilets.  If professionally-installed, a receipt/invoice for the toilet as well as the installation must be submitted within six months of the installation date.
2. Product information about the new toilet such as a manufacturer’s brochure or specification sheet, retailer’s product description screenshot, WaterSense certification screenshot, etc is required.
3. A photograph of each old toilet you wish to replace which clearly shows the year of manufacture is required, and please click here for further guidance.

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Water Cistern ($0.02 per gallon up to $200)
Using a cistern to store and reuse rainwater reduces or eliminates storm water runoff from the site. It conserves water and reduces your monthly irrigation water bill. Rain barrels and traditional in-ground cisterns qualify for this rebate. Receipt/proof of purchase denoting the size of the cistern must be provided.

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Water Efficient Urinals ($25 per urinal)
Installing water efficient urinals will help reduce water use in facilities and save money on water bills. To qualify, replace existing urinals that have a flow greater than 0.5 gpf with retrofitted urinals that use 0.5 gpf. Not applicable to new construction.

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Commercial New Construction Program

New construction of commercial properties is eligible for rebates using the Commercial New Construction Program.  These include cool / reflective roof, ceiling insulation, heat pump, and ENERGY STAR heat pump water heater rebates.

To be eligible for energy rebates, the property must be located in OUC's electric service territory. All measures must meet and be installed according to the manufacturer’s specifications and comply with all local and state laws. Applications must be submitted within six months from the closing date. Unconditioned space does not qualify for energy efficiency rebates. Existing construction is not eligible for this program.

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