Hawaii

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

Last DSIRE Review: 08/20/2012

Program Overview:

State:	Hawaii
Incentive Type:	State Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Clothes Washers, Refrigerators, Ceiling Fan, Water Heaters, Lighting, Heat pumps, Central Air conditioners, Whole House Fans, Heat Pump Water Heater, Central Air Conditioner Servicing, Variable Refrigerant Flow AC, Appliance Recycling, LEDs
Applicable Sectors:	Residential
Amount:	CFLs: $0.98 LEDs: $6-$8 Ceiling Fans: $40 Solar Attic Fan: $50 Whole House Fans: $75 Clothes Washer: $50 Refrigerators: $50 Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling: $125 Variable Refrigerant Flow Air Conditioner: $200 Central Air Conditioner Servicing: $50 Whole House Energy Monitor: 50% of cost up to $100 Heat Pump Water Heater: $200
Maximum Incentive:	Whole House Energy Monitor: $100
Equipment Requirements:	Appliances and Air Conditioning units must be Energy Star rated.
Funding Source:	Public Benefits Fund
Web Site:	http://www.hawaiienergy.com/58/for-your-home

Summary:

The Hawaii Energy - Energy Efficiency Program offers incentives for residential customers on Hawaii, Maui, Lanai Molokai, and Oahu for investments in Energy Star appliances and other approved energy efficiency measures. Rebates are only available for retrofits. Rebates are available for a variety of appliances, certain air conditioners, air conditioner servicing, and whole house energy monitors. Appliances must be installed on one of the eligible islands and participants must apply for rebate within six months of purchasing the appliance. The incentive is limited to one of each appliance with the exception of ceiling fans and air conditioners, of which participants can claim rebates for up to five purchases. Additional restrictions apply; interested customers should visit the program web site for more information.

As part of the Energy Solutions programs, Hawaii Energy also provides rebates for heat pump water heaters to replace existing residential systems. High-efficiency water heater rebates vary based on tank size. In order to be eligible for this rebate, residents must live in their homes year round and purchase a program approved model. Interested customers can view a list of retailers selling eligible models on the program website, fill out the rebate application, and call an approved contractor.

Contact:

Derrick Sonoda
Hawaii Energy
1132 Bishop Street
Suite 1800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: (808) 537-5577
Fax: (808) 441-6068
E-Mail: sonodad@saic.com
Web Site: http://www.hawaiienergy.com

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