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Ukiah Utilities - PV Buydown Program   

Last DSIRE Review: 10/17/2012
Program Overview:
State: California
Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies: Photovoltaics
Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential
Amount:Incentive Rate for systems installed between 7/1/12 and 6/30/13:
$1.40/watt AC; incentive may be reduced based on expected performance
Maximum Incentive:Residential: $7,000; Commercial: $20,000
Eligible System Size:1 MW maximum
Equipment Requirements:Flat plate PV modules and inverters must be UL-certified and must appear on the latest California Energy Commission-certified list.
Systems must carry a minimum 10-year, full-system warranty.
Installation Requirements:PV systems must be installed by appropriately licensed California contractors in accordance with all local and state regulations.
Web Site: http://www.cityofukiah.com/pageserver/?page=utilities_photovoltai...
Summary:

Through Ukiah Utilities’ PV Buydown Program, residential and commercial customers are eligible for a $1.40-per-watt AC rebate on qualifying grid-connected PV systems up to a maximum system size of 1 MW. In keeping with SB1, the incentive level will decrease annually on July 1 over the 10 year life of the program. Rebates are available on a first come, first served basis and are limited to $7,000 per residential installation and $20,000 per commercial installation.


 
Contact:
  Derin Williams
City of Ukiah
Attn: Efficiency Services
PO Box 421
Clackamas, OR 97015
Phone: (503) 658-4239
E-Mail: Derin@esgroupllc.com
Web Site: http://www.efficiencyservicesgroup.com/
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