Minnesota

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

Alliant Energy Interstate Power and Light (Electric) - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

Last DSIRE Review: 03/12/2013

Program Overview:

State:	Minnesota
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Clothes Washers, Dishwasher, Refrigerators, Ceiling Fan, Water Heaters, Lighting, Heat pumps, Central Air conditioners, Programmable Thermostats, Building Insulation, Windows, Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building, Room Air Conditioners, Appliance Recycling, Home Energy Audit, LED Lighting
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Geothermal Heat Pumps
Applicable Sectors:	Residential, Construction
Amount:	Energy Efficient New Construction: $600-$3500/home Home Energy Audit: Free CFLs: 50% of cost LED Bulbs: $10 Light Fixtures or Fan: $20/unit Water Heaters: $50 Programmable Thermostat: $25 Central Air Conditioners: $100 or $200 depending on SEER Geothermal Heat Pumps: $300/ton + $50/EER/ton Desuperheater: $100 Insulation: 70% Windows/Sash: $20 Appliance Recycling: $20 Dishwasher: $15 Clothes Washer: Up to $100 Room A/C: $25 Freezer: $25 Refrigerator: $50
Maximum Incentive:	See program web siteLighting: must be a ENERGY STAR CFLs Central Air Conditioners: minimum SEER rating of 14 Geothermal Heat Pumps: Closed Loops - minimum EER rating of 14.1, Open Loop - minimum EER rating of 16.2 Programmable Thermostats: must be Energy Star rated Attic Insulation: Insulation must be minimum R-19 and a maximum of R-49 Room Air Conditioners: must be Energy Star rated Window AC/Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling: Units must be in working condition Windows/Sash: Must be Energy Star rated for northern climate zone (U-factor .30 or less)
Equipment Requirements:	Lighting/Appliances: Energy Star rated Central Air Conditioners: minimum SEER rating of 14 Geothermal Heat Pumps: Closed Loops - minimum EER rating of 14.1, Open Loop - minimum EER rating of 16.2 Attic Insulation: Insulation must be minimum R-19 and a maximum of R-49 Window AC/Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling: Units must be in working condition Windows/Sash: Must be Energy Star rated for northern climate zone (U-factor .30 or less)
Installation Requirements:	See program web site
Web Site:	http://www.alliantenergy.com/SaveEnergyAndMoney/Rebates/HomeMN/in...

Summary:

Interstate Power and Light (Alliant Energy) offers a number of energy efficiency rebates for Minnesota residential customers which implement HVAC, lighting, appliance, window, insulation and water heating upgrades. Eligible appliances include dishwashers, clothes washers, refrigerators, freezers and room AC units. Additionally, new homes which are constructed to meet program standards are eligible for incentives of up to $3500. All equipment, construction and installation requirements must be met in order to be eligible for these programs. More details, the incentive application, and an energy audit request form are available on the program web site.

Contact:

Customer Assistance - IPL Residential Efficiency
Alliant Energy-IP&L
Residential Programs
4902 North Biltmore Lane
P.O. Box 77007
Madison, WI 53707-1007
Phone: (800) 255-4268
Fax: (608) 458-0100
E-Mail: customercare@alliantenergy.com
Web Site: http://www.alliantenergy.com/SaveEnergyAndMoney/Rebates/HomeMN/index.htm

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