Energy Efficiency Rebates

Rochester Public Utilities - Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

Rochester Public Utilities commercial energy efficiency rebate program

program summary
Rochester Public Utilities (RPU) offers incentives to commercial and industrial customers that install energy-efficient equipment in eligible facilities. Rebates are available for a variety of energy efficiency measures, including lighting equipment, HVAC equipment, anti-sweat heater controls for cooler/freezer doors, heat pumps (air and ground source), food service equipment, motors and variable speed drives. Rebates on Energy Star appliances are also available through this program. Custom energy efficiency rebates, including equipment and measures not found in the formal rebate program, are also available to RPU customers. Applications must be submitted and approved before the new equipment is installed. Customers must submit original invoices with the quantity, price of materials, purchase or order date, installation costs, and all applicable tax information. Rebates are available until funds are exhausted for the calendar year. Contact RPU for more information on this program.

 

eligible technologies
Geothermal Heat Pumps, Dishwasher, Lighting, Lighting Controls/Sensors, Chillers, Heat pumps, Air conditioners, Compressed air, Programmable Thermostats, Energy Mgmt. Systems/Building Controls, Motors, Motor VFDs, Custom/Others pending approval, Food Service Equipment, LED Lighting, Commercial Refrigeration Equipment
website
https://www.rpu.org/rebates-programs/commercial/conserve-save-rebates.php
program administrator
Rochester Public Utilities
list of rebates
Geothermal Heat Pumps - Minimum rebate of $200 per ton
Dishwasher - Minimum rebate of $300 per Unit
Motors - Minimum rebate of $40 per motor
Motor VFDs - Minimum rebate of $200 per Unit
Custom/Others pending approval - Flat rebate of $0.045 per kWh
Programmable Thermostats - Flat rebate of 50% of cost
program notes
January 21, 2016
Update for 2016, limited changes.
May 28, 2020
Annual review, changes to incentives.
April 6, 2023
Annual review, updated incentive amounts.
What cities does Rochester Public Utilities cover?
The following cities are in the Rochester Public Utilities service area. However, this program may not be available in every city. Check the program website for details.
Rochester