California Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency |
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Last DSIRE Review: 12/14/2012
Program Overview:
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California |
| Incentive Type: |
Utility Rebate Program |
| Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies: |
Photovoltaics |
| Applicable Sectors: |
Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Nonprofit, Schools, Local Government, State Government, Fed. Government, Agricultural |
| Amount: | Incentives may be adjusted based on expected performance. Incentive amounts below are current as of 12/14/12. See program website for current status.
Residential: $1.13/W CEC-AC
Commercial: $0.36/W CEC-AC
Tax-exempt Entities: $1.11/W CEC-AC |
| Maximum Incentive: | Commercial: $90,000
Tax-exempt Entities: $277,500 |
| Eligible System Size: | Minimum system size: 1 kW
Maximum system size: 5 MW
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| Equipment Requirements: | System components must be on the CEC's list of eligible equipment.
Systems must include a 10-year warranty to protect against defects and
undue degradation of electrical output |
| Installation Requirements: | Systems must be installed by contractors with an active A, B, C-10, or a C-46 license for PV systems, or systems may be self-installed. |
| Ownership of Renewable Energy Credits: | Remains with system owner |
| Funding Source: | Ratepayer funds |
| Program Budget: | $4.3 million |
| Start Date: | 7/1/2011 |
| Expiration Date: | 7/1/2015, or until funds are exhausted |
| Web Site: |
http://www.pacificpowercasolar.com/solar-incentives.html
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Summary:
Pacific Power is providing rebates to their customers who install photovoltaic (PV) systems on their homes and facilities. These rebates step down over time as key installation targets are met. As of December 14, 2012, the rebate for residential systems is on Step 3, with incentives for $1.13 per watt AC-CEC. The rebate for non-residential systems is on Step 7, with incentives of $0.36 per watt for taxable entities and $1.11 per watt for tax-exempt entities. Customers may elect to install systems up to 5 megawatts (MW) in capacity but will receive a rebate based on a maximum of 250 kilowatts (kW). The full schedule of rebate changes, in addition to all the rules associated with this program are available on the website above.
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Contact:
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Solar Incentive Program - Pacific Power
8690 Balboa Ave., Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (858) 244-1177
E-Mail: PPCSIP@energycenter.org
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Disclaimer: The information presented on the DSIRE web site provides an unofficial overview of financial incentives and other policies. It does not constitute professional tax advice or other professional financial guidance, and it should not be used as the only source of information when making purchasing decisions, investment decisions or tax decisions, or when executing other binding agreements. Please refer to the individual contact provided below each summary to verify that a specific financial incentive or other policy applies to your project.
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