| Implementing Sector | Local |
|---|---|
| Category | Financial Incentive |
| State | Colorado |
| Incentive Type | Rebate Program |
| Web Site | http://www.EnergySmartYES.com/ |
| Counties | Boulder County |
| Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies | Solar Space Heat, Solar Photovoltaics, Geothermal Heat Pumps, Whole House Fan, Evaporative Cooler |
| Eligible Efficiency Technologies | Water Heaters, Furnaces, Boilers, Heat pumps, Air conditioners, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Other EE, Insulation |
| Applicable Sectors | Residential, Multifamily Residential |
| Incentive Amount | Standalone Rebates
Heat Pumps Cold Climate Ducted Air Source Heat Pump: 25% of project cost up to $300 Cold Climate Ductless Air Source Heat Pump: 25% of project cost up to $300 Ground Source Heat Pump: 25% of project cost up to $300 Other Incentives Solar PV: 25% of project cost up to $200 Non-Cold Climate Ducted Air Source Heat Pump: 25% of project cost up to $100 Non-Cold Climate Ductless Air Source Heat Pump: 25% of project cost up to $100 Heat Pump Water Heater: 25% of project cost up to $100 Attic Insulation with Air Sealing: 25% of project cost up to $100 Wall Insulation: 25% of project cost up to $100 Foundation Insulation and Air Sealing: 25% of project cost up to $100 Fuel Switching Rebates Removal of Gas Furnace: $100 per measure Removal of Gas Water Heater: $100 per measure Removal of Gas Stove: $100 per measure |
| Maximum Incentive | $1,800/home and $6,000/owner of multiple properties |
| Equipment Requirements | Heat Pumps
Cold Climate Ducted Air Source Heat Pump: HSPF ≥9.0/SEER ≥15.0/COP ≥ 1.75@5◦F or capacity @ 5◦F of at least 70% of BTU @ 47◦F. Must be NEEP.org certified. Cold Climate Ductless Air Source Heat Pump: HSPF ≥10.0/SEER ≥15.0/COP ≥ 1.75@5◦F or capacity @ 5◦F of at least 70% of BTU @ 47◦F . Must be NEEP.org certified. Ground Source Heat Pump: 5.5 tons or smaller, 14.1 EER. Must be ENERGY STAR certified Other Incentives Non-Cold Climate Ducted Air Source Heat Pump: HSPF ≥8.5/SEER ≥15.0 Non-Cold Climate Ductless Air Source Heat Pump: HSPF ≥8.5/SEER ≥15.0 Heat Pump Water Heater: Must be Energy Star certified with a minimum Energy Factor of 2.0 Attic Insulation with Air Sealing: R-49 minimum required Wall Insulation: R-19 minimum; fill wall cavity where R-19 is not possible. For solid walls such as brick or concrete, exterior rigid insulation must be added to a level of ≥ R-10. Foundation Insulation and Air Sealing: Crawlspace as outlined in the 2012 IECC. R-15 continuous or R-19 cavity insulation with a vapor-permeable air barrier over insulation. Crawlspaces must have sealed vapor barrier over dirt crawl space floor and ventilation, per 2012 IECC. |
EnergySmart for Boulder County helps residents identify, finance, and schedule energy improvements in their homes. This “One Stop Shop” aims to reduce the hassles and hurdles associated with improving a home’s energy efficiency by providing an energy advisor to each participant at no cost. The advisor serves as a guide and advocate by scheduling a home energy assessment, installing free energy conservation materials, identifying and applying for all applicable incentives, and coordinating work through an approved list of contractors.
Homeowners can receive rebates through EnergySmart on selected efficiency improvements. EnergySmart rebates can be combined with local utility rebates. Multi-Family Units of five or more are not eligible.
