Idaho

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

Idaho Power - Easy Upgrades Efficiency Incentive Program

Last DSIRE Review: 12/10/2012

Program Overview:

State:	Idaho
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Lighting, Heat pumps, Central Air conditioners, Building Insulation, Windows, Roofs, Custom/Others pending approval, Food Service Equipment, Building Shell, LED Lighting, Cool Roof, Automated Control Systems, Economizers
Applicable Sectors:	Commercial, Industrial
Amount:	T8/T5 Fluorescents: $8 - $45 T8/T5 High Bay: $75 - $180 Fluorescent Delamping: $5/unit HID Fixture Removal (Hardwired): $10 CFL (Screw-In/Hard-Wired): $2 - $40 LED (Screw-In/Pin-Based: $10 Ceramic/Pulse Start/Electronic Metal Halide: $30 - $105 Lighting Controls: $35 - $50/unit LED Exit Signs: $25 Office Equipment: $10 - $25 Laundry Machines: $25 (standard); $200 (coin-operated) AC/Heat Pumps: $25 - $100/unit Economizers: $75 - $250 Evaporative Coolers/Pre-Coolers: $100 - $300 Programmable Thermostats: $40 Automated Control Systems: $0.10 - $0.30/sq ft or $50/room Variable Speed Drives (HVAC): $60/unit Windows: $1.00 - 1.50/sq ft Window Shading: $0.50/sq ft Cool Roof: $0.05/sq. ft. Roof/Ceiling Insulation: $0.10 - $0.20/sq ft Wall Insulation: $0.05 - $0.10/sq ft Refrigeration/Food Service Measures: Varies
Maximum Incentive:	$100,000
Equipment Requirements:	Consult program web site for details.
Funding Source:	Conservation Program Funding Charge Energy Efficiency Riders
Web Site:	http://www.idahopower.com/easyupgrades

Summary:

Idaho Power offers incentives for its commercial and industrial customers in Idaho and Oregon to upgrade to more efficient equipment in facilities. They provide incentives for lighting equipment and controls, HVAC equipment and controls, cool roofing, building shell, and grocery/refrigeration equipment. This program is for Idaho Power commercial or industrial customers on rate Schedule 7 (Small General Service, Small Commercial), Schedule 9 (Large General Service, Large Commercial), or Schedule 19 (Large Power Service). There is a maximum allowable incentive of $100,000. Contact Idaho Power for more information on the program.

Contact:

Customer Service - Idaho Power
Idaho Power Company
P.O. Box 70
1221 W. Idaho St.
Boise, ID 83702
Phone: (208) 388-2323
Phone 2: (800) 488-6151
Web Site: http://www.idahopower.com/

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