New York

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

Central Hudson Gas & Electric (Gas) - Commercial Energy Efficiency Program

Last DSIRE Review: 12/17/2012

Program Overview:

State:	New York
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Water Heaters, Furnaces , Boilers, Programmable Thermostats, Energy Mgmt. Systems/Building Controls
Applicable Sectors:	Commercial, Nonprofit, Schools, Local Government, Installer/Contractor, Institutional
Amount:	Furnace: $500 Furnace with ECM Fan: $700 - $900 Water Boiler: $800 - $1,200 Steam Boiler: $800 Boiler Reset Control: $100 Indirect Water Heater: $300 Programmable Thermostats: $25
Equipment Requirements:	Furnace: AFUE 90% Furnace with ECM Fan: AFUE 92% Water Boiler: AFUE 85% Steam Boiler: AFUE 82%
Expiration Date:	12/31/2015
Web Site:	http://www.savingscentral.com/commercial_natural_gas.html

Summary:

The Business Energy SavingsCentral program is for non-residential gas customers of Central Hudson. This includes businesses, local governments, not-for-profits, private institutions, public and private schools, colleges, and healthcare facilities. The program primarily focuses on providing incentives for energy efficient gas heating measures, however water heaters and programmable thermostats are also available.

The program offers rebates on furnaces, water boilers, steam boilers, boiler reset controls, indirect water heaters, and programmable thermostats. Some incentives vary based upon the efficiency of the installed equipment. Customers must use a qualified SavingsCentral Trade Ally to be eligible for incentives. These contractors may be found on the program web site. View the program rebate form for specific information on equipment, procedures and eligibility. This and other information can be found on the program web site listed above.

Contact:

Central Hudson Gas & Electric
248 South Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: (845) 486-5221
Phone 2: (800) 527-2714
Web Site: http://www.centralhudson.com/

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