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What solar incentives are available in Florida?
As a homeowner in Florida, you have access to several different tax incentives that make solar panels more affordable. Solar incentives are available at both the federal and state levels to help you save thousands on your investment in solar energy.
Solar Calculator is here to help you take the next step in your transition to renewable energy. Below, we’ll discuss some of the different ways you can make solar more affordable.
Federal solar incentives
As part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, congress passed several clean energy provisions to reduce energy costs. Among those provisions was an extension and upgrade of the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC).
Federal Investment Tax Credit
The Federal ITC allows you to claim 30% of your total equipment and installation costs on your federal taxes. There is no minimum or maximum amount you can claim and it includes equipment, installation, permitting, and even battery storage.
The ITC will remain at 30% until December 31, 2032. After that it will be reduced to 26% until December 31, 2033, then to 22% the following year. The ITC is currently set to disappear in 2035 unless it is renewed.
Who is eligible for the Federal ITC?
Most homeowners will qualify for the Federal ITC, but not all. You must meet the following criteria to claim your 30% tax credit:
The Federal ITC will also cover the following expenses:
Homeowners save around $10,000 on average with the Federal ITC. But that number can be higher or lower depending on your total expenses.
How to claim the Federal ITC
Claiming your Federal ITC couldn’t be easier. All you have to do is fill out IRS form 5695 and submit it with your tax return. You can consult with a tax professional for more assistance.
Local solar incentives
Who’s eligible : Investor-Owned Utility, Local Government, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
How to apply : Origin In 1980, Florida enacted the Florida Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (FEECA), creating Florida Statutes Section 366.80-366.853 and Section 403.519. Section 366.82(6) requires the Florida Public Service Commission to review the conservation goals of each utility subject to FEECA at least every five years. Utilities whose annual sales amount to less than 2,000 GWh as of July 1, 1993, are not subject to FEECA. This leaves all five Florida investor-owned utilities (Florida Power & Light Company, Progress Energy Florida Inc., Tampa Electric Company, Gulf Power Company, and Florida Public Utilities Company) and two municipal utilities (Orlando Utilities Commission and Jacksonville Electric Authority) under the authority of the law. In December 2014 the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) approved new numerical conservation goals for utilities subject to the Florida Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (FEECA) in Order No. PSC-14-0696-FOF-EU. The Florida Public Service Commission also approved numerical goals for the two remaining FEECA utilities (the Orlando Utilities Commission and Florida Public Utilities Company) that are filed on a "proxy basis" (i.e. as a proportion of the approved goals of Gulf Power and Tampa Electric). Annual Demand Reduction Goals The commission approved a schedule of demand reductions for each utility based on a cost-effectiveness methodology. To view annual demand reduction goals for Duke Energy Florida, Florida Power and Light, Gulf Power, JEA, and Tampa Electric Company (TECO) see Order No. PSC-14-0696-FOF-EU. To view annual demand reduction goals for Orlando Utilities Commission, see Document No. 06856-14. For Florida Public Utilities Company annual demand reduction goals, see Document No. 06888-14. Each FEECA utility has objectives that include specific goals for reductions in winter peak demand, summer peak demand, and annual sales for the years 2015 through 2024. The chart below summarizes total energy efficiency goals and has been reproduced from the FPSC's 2023 annual report on FEECA activities. Utility Summer Demand Goals (MW) Winter Demand Goals (MW) Total Sales Goals (GWh) FPL 526.1 324.2 526.3 DEF 259.1 419.3 195.0 TECO 56.3 78.3 144.3 Gulf 68.1 36.7 84.2 FPUC 1.3 0.4 2.0 OUC 5 8.4 13 JEA 10.8 9.7 25.8 Total 926.7 877.0 990.6
Who’s eligible : Construction, Schools, State Government
How to apply : The Florida Energy Conservation and Sustainable Buildings Act requires the use of energy-efficient equipment and design, and solar energy devices for heating and cooling state buildings where life-cycle cost analysis determines that solar-energy systems will be cost-effective over the life of the building. Florida law also requires that all new educational facilities include passive solar design. Florida mandates that schools with hot water demands exceeding 1,000 gallons per day must include a solar water heating system that provides at least 65% of hot water needs whenever economically feasible. In June 2008, Florida enacted legislation (HB 7135) mandating that buildings constructed and financed by the state must comply with the U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system, the Green Building Initiative's Green Globes rating system, the Florida Green Building Coalition standards, or a nationally recognized, high-performance green building rating system. To achieve this mandate, the Department of Management Services was directed to adopt the LEED standards for New Construction (LEED-NC) for all new buildings. Executive Order 07-126, signed in July 2007, established requirements and goals to decrease greenhouse gas emissions across all state agencies and departments under the direction of the governor, and to increase the energy efficiency of state buildings. The greenhouse gas emissions reduction target includes a 10% reduction from 2007 levels by 2012, a 25% reduction by 2017, and a 40% reduction by 2025. In 2010, Florida Statute § 255.2575 declared that all county, municipal, school district, water management district, state university, community college, and Florida state court buildings shall be constructed to comply with a sustainable building rating system or a national model green building code. This statute is applicable to all architectural plans which are commenced after July 1, 2008. Florida Statute § 255.2575 also defines workforce training program through the St. Petersburg College, and other Florida community colleges. This curriculum is intended to ensure that green building rating system certifying agents (accredited professionals who possess a knowledge and understanding of green building processes, practices, and principles) are available to carry out Statute 255.2575 building requirements. In July of 2013, SB 1594 empowered municipalities, schools districts, higher education institutions, and community colleges to enter into performance-based contracts for energy management systems, various energy conservation measures, and renewable energy generation aimed at reducing electric consumption. These contracts must undergo investment-grade audits and must have a payback period of 20 years or less.
Who’s eligible : Commercial
How to apply : The Florida Department of Transportation's (DOT) strategy for funding deployment begins in FY22, which will focus on planning. With federal funding unlocked for FY23, the state will also focus on procurement and implementation of charging infrastructure. As the state nears FY25 and FY26, NEVI funding will be utilized for operations and maintenance of infrastructure, with additional opportunities for funding to be analyzed through the next five years. The state will add about 6,772 charging ports across 6,244 miles of designated EV corridors. The DOT's advertising for Phase 1 Request for Applications (RFAs) started in Summer 2023 and was published then as well; Phase 2 is anticipated to follow Phase 1. Phase 1 will focus on interstates statewide, and Phase 2 will include non-interstate AFCs. The Florida DOT released the 2023 deployment plan updated on October 2, 2023, detailing that federal fiscal year 2024 will focus on continuing planning and awarding Phase 1 sites along interstate systems. The formal RFA will be advertised on MyFlorida Marketplace, during this period the FDOT will seek applicants interested in the EV infrastructure deployment program to submit an application for funding of EV charging sites along specific EV alternative fuel corridors.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Residential
How to apply : 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, and for a comprehensive list of all PACE programs across the country. Property-Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Overview Property-Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing effectively allows property owners to borrow money to pay for energy improvements. Eligible improvements include energy efficiency, water conservation, renewable energy generation, and resiliency upgrades. The amount borrowed is typically repaid via a special assessment on the property over a period of years. Florida statutes authorize municipalities and counties to establish dependent special districts with the authority to collect revenue via a special assessment. (Not all local governments in Florida offer PACE financing; contact your local government to find out if it has established a PACE financing program.) In Florida, there are two types of PACE programs, “Residential PACE” which covers residential properties (1 to 4 family homes), and “Commercial PACE” which covers multifamily (5+ family homes), retail, hotels, industrial, and other types of commercial properties. Some states have enabled both types of PACE, while others have just enabled C-PACE. PACE assessments can be prepaid at any time and Residential PACE programs do not have any prepayment fees. Because the assessment is attached to the property, rather than the owner of the property, if the property owner sells the property before the assessment is paid off, the balance of the assessment remains with the property. The assessment can transfer to the new owner without any need to approve the purchaser of the property. Florida PACE Programs To be eligible for PACE financing, a local program at the city or county level must be available in your area. Jurisdictional eligibility rules vary by county and municipality; municipalities in an eligible county are not automatically eligible for PACE financing. Counties with PACE programs as of August 2014 included Flagler, Gadsden, Gulf, Indian River, Jefferson, Loen, Martin, Miami-Dade, Nassau, Palm Beach, Pinellas, and St. Lucie. Examples of active local PACE programs in Florida include: Flager County and the City of Kissimmee chartered the Florida PACE Funding Agency offer PACE financing to residential and commercial entities Leon County created the Leon Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) Miami-Dade County created the Voluntary Efficiency and Renewable Energy Program Town of Lantana and Town of Magnolia Park joined to incorporate the Florida Green Energy Works program, administered by the Florida Green Finance Authority. Since first formed by Lantana and Magnolia Park, the towns of West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Tequesta and Lake Worth have also joined the Florida Green Finance Authority. The communities of Cutler Bay, Miami, South Miami, Pinecrest, Coral Gables, Palmetto Bay, and Miami Shores formed the Clean Energy Green Corridor District The Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF) Program based in St. Lucie offers a commercial PACE program. Program Provisions Specific qualifying improvements are locally determined. The loans made to property owners are secured with a lien that is equal to county taxes and assessments. To participate in this program, property owners must have paid property taxes and not been delinquent for the previous three years. Additionally, the total assessment cannot be for an amount greater than 20% of the assessed value of the property. Local governments may pool together with other local governments to finance and administer programs. Program Creation Local governments were granted clear authority to create PACE financing programs with the passage of HB 7179 in May 2010. This legislation authorizes local governments - including counties, municipalities and dependent special districts - to levy non-ad valorem assessments to fund energy efficiency and conservation improvements, renewable energy improvements, and wind resistance improvements. In addition to authority granted by HB 7179, existing Florida law authorizes municipalities and counties to create special districts for financing a variety of projects that serve the public purpose and benefit the municipality or county. Many special districts currently exist to finance public infrastructure and administer various programs that serve the public purpose and benefit property owners and the municipality or county. A municipality or county can create a dependent special district to administer a PACE program. The Special District Information Program of the Florida Department of Community Affairs has a handbook that summarizes how counties and municipalities may create a dependent special district. In 2014 a suit was filed against the Leon County Energy Improvement District that was seeking to offer PACE financing. The Florida Supreme Court ruled in October 2015 that Leon County had the authority to issue a $200,000 bond in Case No. SC14-710.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Residential, Agricultural
How to apply : Solar energy systems have been exempt from Florida's sales and use tax since July 1, 1997. The term "solar energy system" means the equipment and requisite hardware that provide and are used for collecting, transferring, converting, storing, or using incidental solar energy for water heating, space heating and cooling, or other applications that would otherwise require the use of a conventional source of energy such as petroleum products, natural gas, manufactured gas or electricity. This exemption was originally set to expire on July 1, 2002, but it was extended for three more three years. In May 2005, the exemption was made permanent upon the enactment of H.B. 805. In addition, the exemption applies to machinery and equipment used at a fixed location for the purpose of producing electrical or steam energy resulting from the burning of boiler fuels other than residual oil. However, such energy must be primarily used for manufacturing, processing, compounding, or producing for sale items of tangible personal property in Florida. In facilities where machinery and equipment are necessary to burn both residual and non-residual fuels, the exemption is prorated. Furthermore, the purchase of machinery and equipment primarily used in the production, storage, transportation, compression, or blending of green hydrogen (as long as the machinery and equipment are used at a fixed location) is exempt. The exemption also applies to green hydrogen-derived ammonia, if the ammonia is converted back to green hydrogen before use or sale; and machinery and equipment necessary to produce electricity resulting from the electrochemical reaction of green hydrogen and oxygen in a fuel cell.
Can you claim multiple tax incentives in Florida?
Yes. You are allowed to claim multiple solar incentives for the same installation. However, you can only claim each incentive once. For more guidance on how to claim your solar tax incentives, talk to your installer or consult with a licensed tax professional before submitting your tax forms.
Does Florida offer tax exemptions?
Building Energy Code
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.miami.gov/My-Government/Climate-Change-in-the-City-of-Miami/Buildings-and-Land-Use
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.energycodes.gov/status/states/florida
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Green Building Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/planning-and-development
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/neighborhoods/environmental-quality/environmental-protection
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.miami.gov/My-Government/Climate-Change-in-the-City-of-Miami/Buildings-and-Land-Use
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Residential
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Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.miamidade.gov/permits/home.asp?cat=build&subcat=plan&filter1=green
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Energy Standards for Public Buildings
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.municode.com/library/fl/jacksonville/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TITVIIICOREBUCO_CH327SUBUPR
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.dms.myflorida.com/business_operations/real_estate_development_and_management/helpful_links2/sustainable_buildings_and_energy_initiatives
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Schools, State Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://sustainable-buildings-program.miamidade.gov/pages/sbp-detailed-information
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.broward.org/Facilities/Pages/Default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Rebate Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.tampaelectric.com/residential/saveenergy/
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Energy Audit: FREE Prime Time Plus: FREE Energy Planner: FREE Ductwork Program: Discount-Eligible Ceiling Insulation: $0.15 per square foot Window Replacement: $0.76 per square foot Heating and Cooling Heat Pumps: $135 Straight Cool/ Natural Gas Heat: $135 Heat Pump Mini Split: $135 Geothermal Systems: $135 Smart Thermostats: Up to $50 Pool Pump: Up to $350 Weatherization: Free for qualifying homes
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.jea.com/Ways_to_Save/Residential_Rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Air Purifier: $15 Dehumidifier: $15 Smart Thermostat: $25 HVAC Tune-Up: Up to $50 Heat Pump Water Heater: $250 Room Air Conditioner: $15 Attic Insulation: $200 Clothes Washer: $75 Dishwasher: $50 Heating and Cooling System: Up to $200 Irrigation Controller: Up to $250 Landscape Transformation: Up to $1,000 Multi-Stream Rotational Nozzle Heads: $5 per Head Solar Water Heating: $400 Toilet Replacement: Up to $250
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.beachesenergy.com/beaches-energy-services-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Heat Pumps: $100 - $350 Air Conditioners: $100 - $350 Insulation Upgrade: Up to $300 Heat Pump Water Heater/Solar Water Heater: $500 Window Film/Solar Screen: Up to $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.fpl.com/save/programs.html
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Ceiling Insulation: Save up to $1,420 Air Conditioning: Save up to $2,150
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.gru.com/TabID/3659/Default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Nonprofit, Residential
Incentive Amount : Natural Gas Rebates Water Heater: Convert up to two water heaters for up to $800 in rebates Central Heat: Convert up to two furnaces for up to $800 in rebates Cooking Range and Dryer: $75 - $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ouc.com/residential/save-energy-water-money/efficiency-delivered-from-ouc
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Household Income: Less than $40,000 - 85% of cost $40,001-$60,000 - 50% of cost Greater than $60,000 - Point-of-sale rebates
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.duke-energy.com/business/products/ev-complete/charger-rebate
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Schools, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Public Level 2 Chargers: up to $627 rebate per charger Multi-unit Dwelling Level 2 Chargers: up to $304 rebate per charger Workplace Level 2 Chargers: up to $434 rebate per charger Fleet Level 2 Charger: up to $1,175 rebate per charger Public DC Fast Charger: up to $4,195 rebate per charger School Bus DC Fast Charger: up to $20,889 rebate per charger Transit Bus DC Fast Charger: up to $24,423 rebate per charger Fleet DC Fast Charger: up to $35,600 rebate per charger Forklift (Fast Charger): up to $3,200 rebate per charger eTRU (for powering an electric standby truck refrigeration unit): up to $1,531 rebate per charger
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ucnsb.org/conservation-programs
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount : Solar Attic Fan: 25% of installed cost up to max. of $150 Central A/C: 3-ton and under: $150; Over 3-ton: $250 Electric Straight Cooling System with Natural Gas Heating or Heat Strips: 3-ton and under $120; Over 3-ton: $200 Electric Vehicle Home Charger: $100 Ultra-Low Flow Toilet: 100% of the cost, up to $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://cityofwinterpark.org/residents-guests/residents/rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Residential Home Energy Use Audit: FREE Duct Repair: 50% of cost, up to $300 Attic Insulation: 50% of cost, up to $200 Toilets: $100/per toilet Washing Machine: $100 Weather Based Smart Irrigation Controller: $100
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.talgov.com/you/you-products-home-index.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Efficient HVAC Rebates Air Conditioners (Tier 1): $100 Air Conditioners (Tier 2): $350 Heat Pumps (Tier 1): $100 Heat Pumps (Tier 2): $350 Heat Pumps (Tier 3): $750 Heat Pump Water Heater: $300 ENERGY STAR Appliance Rebates Dishwasher: $40 Freezer: $40 Refrigerator: $75 Clothes Washer: $100 Pool Pump: $200 Natural Gas Appliance Upgrades Clothes Dryer: Up to $200 Furnace: Up to $700 Outdoor Barbecue Grills: Up to $100 Fire Logs: $50 Outdoor Lights: Up to $50 Pool and Spa Heaters: Up to $450 Ranges and Ovens: Up to $200 Tank or Tankless Water Heaters: Up to $675 Natural Gas Appliance Replacements Clothes Dryer: Up to $150 Furnace: Up to $350 Outdoor Barbecue Grills: Up to $75 Fire Logs: $50 Outdoor Lights: Up to $50 Pool and Spa Heaters: Up to $250 Ranges and Ovens: Up to $150 Tank or Tankless Water Heaters: Up to $350 Solar Water Heater: $450 ENERGY STAR New Home and Renovation: $1/Square Foot Smart Thermostat: $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://fpua.com/ways-to-save/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Solar Hot Water Heater: $450 per unit Insulation (New): $0.40 per square ft Insulation (Added): $0.125 per square ft ENERGY STAR Refrigerator: $50 per unit ENERGY STAR Room Air Conditioner: $150 per unit High Efficiency Central A/C: $500 Tank Water Heater: $350 - $500 per unit Tankless Water Heater: $550 - $675 per unit Clothes Dryer: $100 - $200 per unit Range: $100 - $150 per unit Furnace: $500 - $725 per unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.talgov.com/you/you-products-home-solar-water-rebates.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Installers/Contractors
Incentive Amount : 450
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://fpua.com/ways-to-save/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : $450 per system
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://lakelandelectric.com/news/___commercial-customers-conservation-rebate
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, State Government, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Conservation Measures: $150/kW demand reduction Energy Efficient Lighting: $0.15/Watt reduced
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.jea.com/Residential_Customers/Residential_Rebates/Solar_Water_Heating_Rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : 400
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://fkec.com/services/residential-rebate-program/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Central A/C: 30% Ductless Mini Split A/C: 30% Room A/C: 30 % Whole-Home Window Replacement Rebate: 10% Insulation: 30% Window Film/Solar Screen: 100% Caulk/Weather-Stripping: 100% Cool/Reflective Roof Coating: $25 per 5 gallon bucket
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.beachesenergy.com/my-account/rebates
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Solar Water Heater: $500
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.beachesenergy.com/beaches-energy-services-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : $150 per kW reduced.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ocalafl.org/government/city-departments-a-h/electric-utility/rebates
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount : Central Air Conditioner/Heat Pump: $250 ENERGY STAR® Refrigerators: $75 ENERGY STAR® Freezer: $75 Programmable Thermostats: $25 ENERGY STAR® Clothes Washer: $100 ENERGY STAR® Dishwasher: $75 Attic Insulation: $0.10 per square foot, with an additional $75 for residential self-installed insulation Solar Water Heater: $450 Commercial Lighting: $100 per kW ENERGY STAR® Heat Pump Water Heater: $350 Package Terminal A/C or Heat Pump: $50/ton
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ocalafl.org/government/city-departments-a-h/electric-utility/rebates
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : $450 per system
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.clayelectric.com/energy-rebates-loans
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : $0.01 per BTU output
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.jea.com/business_resources/rebates_for_businesses/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : HVAC Equipment: Varies Variable Frequency Drives: $50/HP Cool Roof: $0.10/square foot Reflective Window Film: $0.40/square foot Heat Pump Water Heater: $60/ton High-Efficiency Electric Storage Water Heater: $30/heater Refrigeration Equipment: varies by type Lighting: Varies, see program website Lighting Occupancy Sensors: see program website
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.fpl.com/business/energy_saving/programs/index.shtml
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Schools, State Government, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Varies, contact utility
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.tampaelectric.com/business/saveenergy/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial
Incentive Amount : Energy Audit: Free Facility Energy Management System: 50% of project costs Chiller: $50/kW reduction over baseline Smart Thermostats: 50% of project costs up to $4,500 Variable Frequency Drive Control for Compressors: $50/HP Conservation Projects: up to $92/kW reduction will be paid based on the peak-demand savings Electric Unitary Air Conditioners: $19/ton Lighting (Conditioned Space): $250/kW Lighting (Unconditioned Space): $200/kW Lighting Occupancy Sensors: $40/unit Load Management (Cyclic): $3/kW Load Management (Continuous): $3.50/kW Standby Generator Program: $6.15/average transferred kW demand Water Heating: $0.0100/Btu up to a maximum of 50% of project cost
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.fpl.com/save/lower-my-bill.html?=icidHT6
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Air Conditioning Rebates: up to $150 Ceiling insulation: up to $220
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.fpuc.com/electric/residential/rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Type 1 – Heat pump replacing resistance heat: $75 - $100 Type 2 – Heat pump replacement: $25 - $100 Type 3 – Air conditioner replacement: $25 - $100 Type 4 – New heat pump or air conditioner: $25 - $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.fpuc.com/naturalgas/rebates-conservation/rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential
Incentive Amount : Tank Water Heater: $350 - $550 High-Efficiency Tank Water Heater: $400 - $550 Tankless Water Heater: $550 - $675 Furnace: $500 - $725 Cooking Range: $100 - $200 Clothes Dryer: $100 - $150 Service Reactivation: $350 Also, earn up to $1,200 per unit when you install eligible residential natural gas space conditioning units.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.fpuc.com/electric/commercial/commercial-rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Construction
Incentive Amount : AC/Heat Pump: $25 - $100 Chiller: Up to $175/kW Reflective Roofs for Existing Homes: $0.325 per square foot Reflective Roofs for New Roofs: $0.075 per square foot
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.fpuc.com/naturalgas/rebates-conservation/commercial-rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial
Incentive Amount : New Construction Tank Water Heater: $1,000 - $1,500 Tankless Water Heater: $2,000 Dryer: $1,500 Range: $1,500 Fryer: $3,000 Replacement (electric to gas) Tank Water Heater: $1,500 - $2,000 Tankless Water Heater: $2,500 Dryer: $1,500 Range: $1,500 Fryer: $3,000 Retention (gas to gas) Tank Water Heater: $1,000 - $1,500 Tankless Water Heater: $2,000 Dryer: $1,500 Range: $1,500 Fryer: $3,000 Other Gas-Fired Heat Pumps & Space Conditioning Systems: $50/ton Natural Gas Desiccant Dehumidifiers: $50/ton
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.ouc.com/business/business-rebates-programs/business-rebates-information
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial
Incentive Amount : Prescriptive Rebates Window Film or Solar Screen: $0.55 per sq. ft. Energy Star Windows: $1.50 per sq. ft. Cool/Reflective Roof: $0.12 per sq. ft. Ceiling Insulation Upgrade: $0.10 per sq. ft. Heat Pump: $45 - $1,150 per unit Duct Repair/Replacement: 100% of cost up to $100 A/C Proper Sizing w/ R-30 Attic Insulation: $90 Energy Star Heat Pump Water Heater: 100% of cost up to $500 Custom Incentive Program, including Lighting Rebate Non-lighting projects:$550 per kW of demand reduction, plus $0.032 per kWh for qualifying first-year energy savings. Lighting projects*: $250 per kW of demand reduction. * Indoor lighting projects only
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.duke-energy.com/business/products/smartsaver
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Building Envelope Improvements Ceiling Insulation Upgrade (available for retrofit projects only): $0.17/sq. ft. Wall Insulation (available for retrofit projects only): $0.10/sq. ft. HVAC Equipment High-Efficiency Chillers: $20 per ton Large Unitary AC Units and Heat Pumps >65,000 Btu/h: $50 per ton Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps and Air Conditioners (available for retrofit projects only): $67 per ton Small Heat Pumps <65,000 Btu/h (available for retrofit projects only): $50 per ton HVAC-Related Improvements Demand Control Ventilation (DCV): $50 per ton Duct Check Program (available for retrofit projects only): See program brochure High-Efficiency Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV): $.75 per CFM Business Energy Check Get a Free Energy Assessment, See website for details Custom Incentive Program Air-Cooled Chiller Maintenance Tune-up: Not Specified, contact Duke Energy Thermal Energy Storage: up to $300 per kilowatt (kW) of reduced cooling at peak times.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ouc.com/residential/save-energy-water-money/electric-vehicles
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : 200
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.duke-energy.com/home/products/park-and-plug#tab-f55b54cf-e657-4add-ae66-5c4495d5f052
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://lakelandelectric.com/programs-and-services/energy
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Attic Insulation Upgrade: $300 Clothes Washer: $150 Clothes Dryer: $150 Dishwasher: $150 Duct Seal: $300 Freezer: $40 Heat Pump: $500 Hot Water Heater Timer: $50 HVAC Annual Maintenance: $100 Pool Pump: $350 Heat Pump Water Heater: $700 Refrigerator: $200 WiFi Programmable Thermostat: $100 Energy Monitoring Device: $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://kua.com/energy-conservation-and-renewables/kua-rebates-and-participating-contractors/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount : Duct Leak Repair/Replacement: 50% of cost Heat Pump Central A/C Replacement: $250 Insulation Upgrade: $0.09/Square Foot Commercial Lighting: $150/kW Electric Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater: 25% of cost Smart Thermostat: 50% of cost Electric Vehicle Purchase: $100 Level II EV Charger: $100
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.clayelectric.com/energy-rebates-loans
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Ceiling Insulation: $0.11/sqft Spray Foam Insulation: $0.28/sqft Window Film: $0.44/sqft Solar Shade Screen: $0.44/sqft Solar Water Heating: $0.01/BTU Heat Pump Water Heater: $175 Heat Recovery Unit: $200 HVAC: $250
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ouc.com/residential/save-energy-water-money/residential-rebates-information
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Window Film or Solar Screen: $0.55 per sq. ft. Energy Star Windows: $1.50 per sq. ft. Ceiling Insulation Upgrade: $0.10 per sq. ft. Heat Pump: $90-$1,630 per unit Duct Repair/Replacement: 100% of cost up to $100 A/C Proper Sizing w/ R-30 Attic Insulation: $90 Energy Star Heat Pump Water Heater: 100% of cost up to $500 Solar Thermal Water Heater: 100% of cost, up to $900
Implementing Sector : Utility
Grant Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.talgov.com/you/you-products-home-index.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Ceiling Insulation Grant: The City will pay 80% of the installed cost up to a maximum contribution of $400 (or 100% of the installed cost up to $500 maximum contribution for those who qualify by income). Energy-Efficiency Retrofit Grants: Up to $500 for repairs on evaporator coil cleaning, refrigerant leak repair and charging, duct leak repair, and hot water leak repair
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.fdot.gov/planning/policy/ev/electric-vehicle-infrastructure-funding
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Varies
Implementing Sector : State
Energy Efficiency Resource Standard
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Local Government, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
PACE Financing
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://floridapace.gov/about-pace/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.miamidade.gov/global/economy/resilience/energy.page
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Loan Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.talgov.com/you/you-products-home-loans.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://fkec.com/green-power/solar-loan-program/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://lakelandelectric.com/programs-and-services/energy?tab=tabrebate
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.talgov.com/you/you-products-home-loans.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/community-services/interest-free-loans
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.solarenergyloanfund.org
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.clayelectric.com/energy-rebates-loans
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.clayelectric.com/energy-rebates-loans
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Sales Tax Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : All
Implementing Sector : State
Property Tax Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Residential: 100% of the added value Non-Residential: 80% of the added value
Implementing Sector : State
Solar/Wind Contractor Licensing
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://irecusa.org/solar-licensing-database/
Applicable Sectors : Installers/Contractors
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Equipment Certification
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://energyresearch.ucf.edu/solar-certification/
Applicable Sectors : Construction
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Green Power Purchasing
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://floridadep.gov/osi/green-lodging/content/about-florida-green-lodging-program
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Performance-Based Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.ouc.com/environment-community/solar/solar-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Solar Therm: $900 rebate
Implementing Sector : Utility
Interconnection
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Tribal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Net Metering
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Tribal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Renewables Portfolio Standard
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.jea.com/Environment/Compliance_and_Reporting/Air_and_Water_Quality/
Applicable Sectors : Municipal Utilities
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Solar/Wind Permitting Standards
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.broward.org/Planning/Pages/Default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/government/departments/development
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.miamidade.gov/global/permit.page?Mduid_permit=per1534367624683394
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Generation Disclosure
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Solar/Wind Access Policy
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
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Cash payments
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