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Black Hills Energy (Gas) - Residential Energy Efficiency Program   

Last DSIRE Review: 11/05/2012
Program Overview:
State: Colorado
Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Water Heaters, Furnaces , Boilers, Programmable Thermostats, Caulking/Weather-stripping, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Siding, Tankless Water Heaters
Applicable Sectors: Residential
Amount:Qualified New Homes (Builders): $1500 - $5000
Energy Evaluations: Free or reduced cost
Storage Water Heater: $75 or $300
Tankless Water Heater: $300
Furnace/Boiler Maintenance: $30 or $100
Replacement Furnaces: $325 or $400
Replacement Boilers: $150 or $400
Integrated Space and Water Heater: $500
Drain Heat Recovery: $300
Multi-Zone Thermostats: $300
Set Back Thermostats: $25 (self-installed); $50 (professionally installed)
Wall Insulation: 70% of cost
Ceiling Insulation: 70% of cost
Foundation Insulation: 70% of cost
Infiltration Control/Caulking/Weather Stripping: 70% of cost
R-8 Duct Insulation: $150
Duct Repair and Sealing: $200
Doors: $25
Maximum Incentive:All Incentives: $750/customer
Caulking/Weatherstripping: $200
Ceiling/Wall/Foundation Insulation: $375
Infiltration Control/Caulking/Weather Stripping: $200
Equipment Requirements:Furnaces: 94% AFUE
Boilers: 85% AFUE
Water Heaters: Varies by type
Start Date:7/1/2010
Expiration Date:12/31/2012
Web Site: http://www.blackhillsenergy.com/services/programs/builders-heatef...
Summary:

Black Hills Energy (BHE) offers a variety of rebates for residential Colorado customers who purchase and install energy efficient natural gas appliances, heating equipment and insulation materials. This program offers rebates for customers who purchase and install energy efficient furnaces, boilers, insulation, integrated space and water heaters, drain heat recovery and programmable thermostats. Individual pieces of equipment have specific requirements which can be seen on the program application form. Forms may be found on the program web site listed above. Additionally, builders of energy efficient new homes may also be eligible for a rebate of up to $5,000. Follow all procedures outlined on the program web site and on the application forms. Contact BHE for more information on these rebates. Program may not be available in all Colorado service areas.


 
Contact:
  Efficiency Programs
Black Hills Energy (Gas)
Phone: (888) 567-0799
Web Site: http://www.BHEhowto.com
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