Louisiana

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

Entergy New Orleans - Residential Solar Water Heating Program

Last DSIRE Review: 10/18/2012

Program Overview:

State:	Louisiana
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Solar Water Heat
Applicable Sectors:	Residential
Amount:	kWh savings(annual) x $0.34/kWh
Maximum Incentive:	Residential Solutions: $1000/improvement
Equipment Requirements:	EF 2.1+
Funding Source:	New Orleans City Council
Start Date:	1/1/2011
Web Site:	http://www.energysmartnola.info/for-your-home/solar.php

Summary:

Entergy New Orleans offers a Solar Water Heater Rebate pilot program designed to help residential customers make energy efficiency improvements. Rebates will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis and reflected on the invoice as a discount. All systems must be OG 300 rated and incentive amount is based on kWh savings. Walk-through energy assessments are available for a discounted rate through partnering energy consultants. Entergy New Orleans residential customers living in Orleans Parish are eligible for this program.

Visit the website above to find a Solar Water Heater contractor. The contractor will perform a site assessment and complete a Shading Report; and provide an estimate for a qualifying system. The contractor will also fill out and submit a rebate application to Energy Smart for approval prior to installation; Energy Smart will perform pre and post-installation inspections to verify equipment.

Contact:

Dwayne Haley
Energy Smart Solutions Center
1615 Poydras Street Ste.
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: (504) 872-3896
E-Mail: dhaley@clearesult.com
Web Site: www.clearesult.com

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