New Mexico

Incentives/Policies for Renewables & Efficiency

El Paso Electric Company - Residential Efficiency Program

Last DSIRE Review: 11/15/2012

Program Overview:

State:	New Mexico
Incentive Type:	Utility Rebate Program
Eligible Efficiency Technologies:	Refrigerators, Heat pumps, Central Air conditioners, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building, Evaporative Cooling Units, Solar Screens
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Geothermal Heat Pumps
Applicable Sectors:	Residential, Small Business
Amount:	Ground Source Heat Pump: $600 Evaporative Cooling Units: $300 - $500 Central AC Packaged/Split Systems: $200 - $400 Central Heat Pump Packaged/Split Systems: $300 - $500 Ground Source Heat Pump: $600 Solar Screens: $1/sq. ft. Refrigerator Recycling: $30 Insulation: Varies by project specifications Air Infiltration Control (Gas): $0.075/CFM reduction Air Infiltration Control (Electric Resistance):$0.239/CFM reduction Air Infiltration Control (Heat Pump): $0.134/CFM reduction Duct Efficiency: Contact utility Energy Star New Home: Contact utility
Equipment Requirements:	See program web site for equipment requirements
Installation Requirements:	Air infiltration and duct improvement only available for houses with central air conditioning
Web Site:	http://www.epesaver.com/

Summary:

EPE offers incentives to residential customers in its New Mexico service territory that purchase and install high efficiency equipment for residential use. Eligible equipment includes air conditioners, heat pumps, evaporative cooling units, replacement windows, air infiltration equipment, insulation, new homes, duct efficiency, and solar screens. An incentive is also available for the proper recycling of working refrigerator units. Rebates are valid for new or existing residential dwellings. Some incentives, including insulation, vary depending on the type, size, original efficiency, and end efficiency of the installation. Qualified contractors must install certain equipment to qualify customers for rebates. Once equipment is installed, complete application form and submit with a copy of your receipt or contractor invoice to the address on the Rebate Application Form. Receipts and invoices need to clearly indicate equipment specifics, including efficiency and model number. Customers should carefully review the rebate documents and program requirements before purchasing a system. Efficiency and performance standards of equipment must meet minimum program requirements. Contractors and customers can call the utility or a program representative for more information.

Contact:

Energy Efficiency Programs
El Paso Electric Company
PO Box 910
Las Cruces, NM 88004
Phone: (575) 523-3533
E-Mail: energyefficiency@epelectric.com
Web Site: http://www.epesaver.com/

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