High Efficiency HVAC Rebate
Energy Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment Will Save You Energy and Money
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling account for about 56 percent of the energy use in a typical U.S. home, making it the largest energy expense for most homes. There is a wide variety of technology available for heating and cooling your home, enabling efficient conversion of energy into useful heat or cool air for your home. In addition, many heating and cooling systems have supporting equipment in common, such as thermostats and ducts, which provide opportunities for saving energy.
High Efficiency HVAC Rebate Program
One of the most important decisions you can make as an energy-conscious homeowner is the type of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system you choose. Of course you want your home to be comfortable year-round; now comfort and cost can be balanced with the selection of an energy-efficient HVAC system for your home.
Do you want to cut the costs of cooling your home? Through the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, CL&P offers special incentives for installing electric central air conditioning or electric heat pump systems that meet specific energy-efficiency ratings established by the Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). Looking for a good HVAC contractor? Follow these tips for hiring one.
Funding for this program is limited, and customers will be qualified for enrollment on a first-come, first-served basis. Through March 1, 2011, you may qualify for a $500 incentive for installing certain ENERGY STAR® central air conditioning or heat pump systems. Verify in the chart below that the unit you are purchasing is eligible for a rebate and fill out the following form.
High Efficiency HVAC Rebate Application
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| Minimum Efficiency Levels / Incentive Schedule |
| Minimum Efficiency for Incentive |
Incentive $/Unit |
| AHRI1 Rated Unitary Air Conditioning and Split Systems |
| 14.5 SEER2 / 12 EER3 |
$500 |
| AHRI Rated Unitary Air Conditioning Packaged Systems |
| 14 SEER / 11 EER |
$500/Home |
| AHRI Rated Air Source Heat Pump Split Systems |
| 14.5 SEER / 12 EER / 8.2 HSPF4 |
$500 |
| AHRI Rated Air Source Heat Pump Packaged Systems |
| 14 SEER / 11 EER / 8.0 HSPF |
$500/Home |
Ductless & Geothermal Heat Pump Applications available at:
www.uinet.com, www.cl-p.com or www.goingductless.com/ct |
1 AHRI – Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute. All equipment must be rated in the AHRI Unitary or Applied Air Conditioning Directories. Both can be found online at www.ahrinet.org.
2 SEER – Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio
3 EER – Energy Efficiency Ratio
4 HSPF -- Heating and Seasonal Performance Factor
Differentiating High Efficiency HVAC Systems
There are a few kinds of HVAC systems you could have installed in your home which are dependant on where you live, square footage, construction type and cost. Listed below are three types which are available for the rebate.
A split HVAC system is comprised of multiple sections. An indoor coil section in the ductwork and an outdoor coil section (compressor/condenser) installed on the outside of the home. Inside the home (attic, basement, closet) there may be a combined fan and air conditioning coil in one box or separate coil and fan sections which can house a gas or oil heating furnace. Note that the installed system must be a matched assembly to qualify for rebate (the two or three components must be mated; more information can be found on the AHRI Directory). Most often, all sections would require replacement to ensure the best efficiency.
A package system contains all components in one box (compressor, condenser, fan) and is typically found installed outside the home, in some cases on the roof and ducted into the home.
A ductless heat pump system has two sections, one inside and one outside the home, and it heats and cools without a connected duct. Find that rebate at www.goingductless.com/CT.
For more information, call 1-877-WISE-USE (947-3873).