United Power is providing rebates to their customers for the purchase of photovoltaic (PV), wind, and solar water heating systems. These incentives are separate from the rebates provided by the Colorado Governor's Energy Office and require separate applications. PV and wind systems must be grid-connected. Systems up to 25 kW in capacity may be installed, but United Power will only provide a rebate for the first 3 kW. Systems installed as part of new construction or residential development properties are not eligible for this program.

NOTE: SB 447 requires that by February 1, 2015 licensed contractors must be in compliance with the Louisiana State Board of Licensing to legally install solar panels. Contractors without solar PV Installer or Solar Heating Installer certifications issued the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) will at a minimum be required to take a written exam to demonstrate competency.

In June of 2014, SB 447 mandated that the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors develop new rules for solar contractors no later than January 1, 2015. Licensed contractors must be in compliance with the new rules no later than

Arkansas offers several limited, specialty licenses for solar thermal installers under the general plumbing license. There are three specialty classifications available for solar thermal installers: a Restricted Solar Mechanic license, a Supervising Solar Mechanic license, and a Solar Mechanic Trainee classification. Installers with a Restricted Solar Mechanic license can install and maintain systems used to heat domestic hot water, but are not allowed to perform any other plumbing work. Individuals holding a Supervising Solar Mechanic license are able to supervise, install and maintain solar and hydronic heating systems for the purpose of solar heating of domestic hot water. A Solar

Note:  In 2010, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), which has authority over mortgage underwriters Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, directed these enterprises against purchasing mortgages of homes with a PACE lien due to its senior status above a mortgage. Most residential PACE activity subsided following this directive; however, some residential PACE programs are now operating with loan loss reserve funds, appropriate disclosures, or other protections meant to address FHFA's concerns. Commercial PACE programs were not directly affected by FHFA’s actions, as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac do not underwrite commercial mortgages. Visit PACENation for more information about PACE financing

Note: Program funding ends on May 31, 2024.

Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant (TMLP) offers a rebate of $1.50/Watt rebate on solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, up to a maximum rebate of $4,500. Additionally, customers can receive a $1.20/Watt rebate from the DOER, up to 50%. The system must be installed on a single-family dwelling residence and the customer must be the owner of the PV system and be current on his/her electric bill. This is a first-come, first-served program with a limited budget, so customers are encouraged to verify funding levels prior to making financial decisions. Customers are allowed only

Black Hills Energy (BHE) offers rebates for residential Colorado customers who purchase energy-efficient residential equipment. This program offers rebates for customers who purchase and install energy efficient HVAC equipment, appliances, insulation measures, and water heating equipment. Individual pieces of equipment have specific efficiency requirements which can be seen on the program application form at the web site listed above. Customers should contact BHE or visit the program website for more information on these rebates. Program may not be available in all Colorado service areas.

The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities (CBPU) Residential Rebate Program offers cash incentives to Coldwater, Michigan residential electric customers who install new, energy-efficient equipment. Eligible measures include high-efficiency central air conditioners, air-source and mini-split heat pumps, ENERGY STAR® heat pump water heaters, pool pumps, and smart thermostats. Projects must meet specified efficiency criteria (e.g., SEER >16 for A/C and heat pumps) and be completed between January 1 and December 31, 2025. Applications must be submitted within 90 days of installation or by December 31, 2025, whichever comes first. Customers should include invoices, AHRI certificates (for HVAC equipment), and ENERGY STAR

This program is closed for new applicants.

Duquesne Light provided rebates to its residential customers for purchasing and installing qualifying solar water heating systems. Eligible systems may receive a flat rebate of $300 per qualifying system. Various equipment, installation, contractor, and warranty requirements apply, as summarized above and described in more detail in program documents. Customers must purchase and install equipment before applying for rebate and must then fully and accurately complete the rebate form and send it to the address stated on the document. Rebates are paid by debit card, which should be received within 60 days of the

Charlottesville Utilities offer rebates to residential customers for purchasing and installing specified energy efficient equipment.

Note: Act No. 57-2014 requires PREPA to create a RELIEF plan regarding its obligation to efficiently generate electric power, various operational issues, and the integration of renewable energy.

Puerto Rico's Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard requires the Autoridad de Energía Eléctrica de Puerto Rico (Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority or PREPA)* to supply 100% of retail electricity sales from eligible renewable energy resources by 2050.

Eligible Technologies

Renewable energy resources fall into three categories. The first category is "Sustainable Renewable Energy," which includes solar, wind, geothermal, renewable biomass combustion, renewable biomass gas combustion, combustion of biofuel derived solely from renewable biomass