OPALCO is an Energy Star Partner to provide our members with the best energy efficiency information and products available. OPALCO offers rebates through BPA’s conservation program to support your energy efficient investments (see below) – and the state of Washington is also offering a Cash for Appliances rebate program.
Heat Pump
Have a certified PTCS technician install a geothermal, water source or air source Energy Star® rated Heat Pump with a HSPF of 8.5 > and SEER of 14 > and receive $750.00. Call your local OPALCO office for a list of certified PTCS installers. Download Rebate Form 2010 and Specs: Heat Pump.
Ductless Heat Pump Systems
If you are heating your home with electric baseboards or wall heaters, you’re probably ready for an upgrade. Ductless heat pumps use 25% – 50% less energy to heat your home – and OPALCO is offering a $1,500 rebate for upgrade installations during a BPA Pilot Project (through 2010). For full program details and eligibility information, download the 2010 Homeowner Participation Form. Go to GoingDuctless for more information on how the system works. Contractors can download the 2010 Contractor Invoice Form for program details.
Clothes Washer
Purchase an Energy Star labeled clothes washer with a MEF of 1.80 or better and receive a $75.00 rebate. Copy of proof of purchase required. Energy Star® clothes washers use about half as much water as conventional washers, saving up to 7,000 gallons per year. Download 2010 Rebate Form: Clothes Washer.
Dishwasher
Purchase an Energy Star labeled dishwasher and receive a $25.00 rebate. Copy of proof of purchase required. Energy Star labeled dishwashers save by using both improved technology for the primary wash cycle, and by using less hot water to clean. Construction includes more effective washing action, energy efficient motors and other advanced technology such as sensors that determine the length of the wash cycle and the temperature of the water necessary to clean the dishes. Download 2010 Rebate Form: Energy Star Dishwasher.
Refrigerators/Freezers
Purchase an Energy Star labeled refrigerator or freezer and receive a $25.00 rebate. Copy of proof of purchase required. New Energy Star qualified refrigerator models use at least 20% less energy than required by current federal standards and 40% less energy than the conventional models sold in 2001. Download 2010 Rebate Form: Energy Star Refrigerator.
Marathon Water Heaters
There are very few things today still being made to stand the test of time. The Marathon hot water heater is one of them. Purchase a Marathon hot water heater with a lifetime warranty and receive a $100.00 rebate for 50 to 105 gal tanks. A $50.00 rebate is offered on 30, 40 and 50 gal short tanks. Marathon Hot Water Heaters are available for purchase at OPALCO offices. Download 2009 Rebate Form: Marathon Water Heater.
Water Heater (steel)
Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. New Construction – Purchase a qualifying energy efficient electric water heater and receive a rebate for $40.00. Retrofit – Purchase a qualifying energy efficient electric water heater and receive a $25.00 rebate. Download 2010 Rebate Form: Steel Water Heater. Water heaters must meet these efficiency factor (EF) requirements:
Capacity : Energy Factor
30-40 gal : .94 or higher
50 gal : .93 or higher
65-85 gal : .91 or higher
119+ gal : .85 or higher
NEEM / Energy Star Manufactured Homes
If you’re in the market for a new manufactured home, be sure to look for one that has been certified as an Energy Star home under the Northwest Energy Efficient Manufactured Home (NEEM) Program. The Energy Star certification identifies a home that is significantly more energy efficient than a standard construction manufactured home. An Energy Star manufactured (NEEM) home includes heating and cooling equipment with a higher efficiency rating and that has been sized correctly and properly installed. Higher efficiency water heaters are also included in Energy Star manufactured homes. Energy Star manufactured homes have additional insulation in ceilings, walls and floors as well as high performance windows. These homes are built tighter and all openings are sealed to provide increased comfort and reduced energy costs.
In order to qualify for an incentive for your new NEEM/Energy Star manufactured home, you will need to complete a Northwest Energy Efficient Manufactured Home Incentive Program form and submit to OPALCO along with a copy of the Energy Star Certificate of Compliance (both pages). Orcas Power and Light Cooperative offers an $850.00 rebate to members who purchase a NEEM certified manufactured home. Download a 2010 Rebate Form: Neem Manufactured Home.
NEEM and Energy Star labeled manufactured homes are built to save 30 percent on heating bills, compared to manufactured homes built to federal standards. The primary source of heat in the home must be permanently installed electric heat and the must be received within 60 days of the occupancy permit date to be eligible.
For more information, contact us.