Thursday, May 17, 2012

Eligible Upgrades

Energy Efficiency Measures (Replacement and upgrades only)

  1. Windows that are NFRC labeled, with a U factor .30 or below and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient of .27 or below (Only available for structures that were built within the last 50 years)(All windows must be upgraded at the same time)
  2. HVAC (Split Systems Only): 16 SEER-rated or better with air-source Heat Pump
  3. Hybrid-electric (heat pump) water heaters
  4. Air Sealing and Insulation

ENERGY STAR certification not required, provided that:

  1. Air sealing of the home and ducts is performed, and
  2. Attic/Ceiling insulation installed achieves R-30 or better, and
  3. If the home is a wood-framed house, Wall insulation that achieves R-13 equivalent or better, and
  4. If the home is a mobile home or has a crawl space, floor insulation that achieves R-11 equivalent or better.

Renewable Energy Measures, limited to:

  1. Solar PV: (For RESNETS HERS homes rated 80 or below only). This rating must be performed by a RESENT qualified rater, and must be paid for by Customer.
  2. Geothermal heat pumps
  3. Solar water heater systems
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