Requirements

• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• Duct material shall be insulated with R-8.
• ONLY DUCTS IN UNCONDITIONED SPACE WILL QUALIFY (Any discrepancies of unconditioned or conditioned area to be determined by GVEC).
• Invoice shall include: R-value of material used.
• Dampers shall be installed in order to control room-by-room airflow.
• Adjustable louvered ceiling grilles shall not be a substitution for dampers.
• Contractor must hold a current certification showing proof of training in Blower Door, Duct Blaster or National Comfort Institute (NCI) HVAC air diagnostics and balancing testing. Duct air flow leakage testing results must show final duct leakage in CFM and nominal system tonnage.
• Duct system shall be sealed and tested to have ≤ 7 % CFM of air leakage based on the nominal system's tonnage of 400 CFM per ton.
• Duct system shall be sealed and designed according to manufacturer’s recommended installation practices and procedures, current state and local code requirements, and ACCA Manual D.
• Does not apply to new construction.
• All material shall be new. Air sealants such as mastics and/or foil tape shall be UL 181 approved and designed for air distribution systems.

Supporting Documentation

• Duct Design drawing showing damper location, duct size and CFM requirements per room.
• Additional information to include unit's total CFM and CFM of air leakage.
• Signed Invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted.

Rebate Amount

20% of cost, up to $500.00

I have read and understand the qualifications and requirements of the program. I further understand that program participation will require the use of a GVEC listed contractor for all rebates other than Heat Pump Water Heater, Energy Star New Home and Appliance Rebates.

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Requirements

• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• WINDOW RATING SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM U-FACTOR OF < .40.
• Windows shall have a solar heat gain co-efficient (SHGC) < .27.
• Windows in Garages and other non-conditioned areas do not qualify.
• Invoice shall include: window manufacturer, model, size, U-Factor and solar heat gain co-efficient (SHGC).
• Window shall be NFRC (National Fenestration Rating Council) Rated
• Does not apply to new construction.
• All material shall be new.
• Manufacturer’s installation practices and procedures shall be followed.
• State and local codes shall be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Signed invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted

Rebate Amount

Energy Efficient Windows - $2.00/sq. ft. of window opening

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Requirements

• Rebate only applies to Energy Star® rated appliances.
• Minimum appliance purchase price $200.
• Applicable to new or existing homes.
• Invoice shall include: manufacturer, model number and serial number.
• Qualifying appliances include: Window Units, Refrigerator, Freezer, Clothes Washer, and Dishwasher.
• All appliances shall be new, purchased by a GVEC member and installed in the GVEC service area.
• Manufacturer’s installation practices and procedures shall be followed.
• State and local codes shall be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Receipt/Invoice showing Energy Star Appliance purchased

Rebate Amount

$50 per Energy Star Appliance

I have read and understand the qualifications and requirements of the program. I further understand that program participation will require the use of a GVEC listed contractor for all rebates other than Heat Pump Water Heater, Energy Star New Home and Appliance Rebates.

Requirements

• Guidelines are based off of the Energy Star Qualified New Homes information at http://www.energystar.gov, Version 2.0 and 2.5
• Please consult with your Member Services Energy Star Expert when preparing to select an Energy Star Builder and Energy Star Rating Organization (your HERS rater).
• Home shall qualify for GVEC’s All Electric Rate
• Only Energy Star performance path homes can qualify for rebate.
• ENERGY EFFICIENT HEATING/COOLING HEAT PUMP SYSTEM IS REQUIRED
• Qualifying renewable rebates, heat pump rebates, appliance rebates, and water heater rebates can be used in conjunction with Energy Star® New Home rebates. Please see additional qualifications and details.

Supporting Documentation

• Energy Star Certificate completed with REM/Rate Version 12.9, HERS index score, Builder name and physical address of new home
• Energy Star “Home Report”
• Energy Star “Summary Report”

Rebate Amount

I have read and understand the qualifications and requirements of the program. I further understand that program participation will require the use of a GVEC listed contractor for all rebates other than Heat Pump Water Heater, Energy Star New Home and Appliance Rebates.

Requirements

• Completed Insulation Acknowledgement Form. Click Here for form.
• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• UNIT SHALL BE AN ALL ELECTRIC HEAT PUMP SYSTEM
• Auxiliary heating shall be controlled through an outdoor temperature sensor and set at the system’s balance point, preventing unnecessary operation of auxiliary heating.
• Outdoor thermostat setting set above 35° will require a balance point diagram.
• Air distribution system (supply, return, plenum, and cabinet closet) shall be sealed or repaired according to manufacturer’s recommended installation practices and current code requirements.
• System shall be a NEW matching system certified by AHRI. Both condensing unit and air handler/ evaporator coil shall be replaced.
• Applicable to new or existing homes.
• Manual J 8th Edition load calculation to be completed showing the sensible load and total BTU gain at Design conditions of: 75° Indoor, 63° Wet Bulb, 97° Outdoor. Equipment sensible not to exceed 15% of the calculated sensible load.
• Manufacturer’s installation practices and procedures should be followed
• State and local codes should be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Manual J 8th Edition Load Calculation showing sensible and total BTU gain at Design conditions of: 75° Indoor, 63° Wet Bulb, 97° Outdoor
• Balance Point Diagram (if Required)
• Signed Invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted.
• AHRI Certificate
• Signed Insulation Acknowledgement Form. Click Here for form.

Rebate Amount

SEER ≥ 16 - $550 per unit
SEER ≥ 17 - $650 per unit

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Requirements

• Applicable to new or existing homes.
• Heat pump water heater units are to be installed according to manufacturer’s guidelines and recommendations.
• All Heat pump water heaters shall be new and UL listed.
• Invoice shall include: manufacturer, model number, serial number and energy factor.
• All exposed pipes shall be insulated.
• State and local codes shall be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Receipt/Invoice showing unit purchased

Rebate Amount

$300 per Heat pump water heater

I have read and understand the qualifications and requirements of the program. I further understand that program participation will require the use of a GVEC listed contractor for all rebates other than Heat Pump Water Heater, Energy Star New Home and Appliance Rebates.

Requirements

• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• Final insulation level minimum shall be R-38 to qualify.
• (PRIOR TO UPGRADE) INSULATION SHALL BE R-19 OR LESS.
• Garages and other non-conditioned areas DO NOT qualify.
• Invoice shall include: insulation type, square footage of conditioned area, R-Value prior to upgrade and installed R-Value.
• Does not apply to new construction.
• All material shall be new.
• Manufacturer’s installation practices and procedures shall be followed.
• State and local codes shall be followed.
• GVEC recommends that the attic have a minimum of 1 sq. ft. of new free area of inlet ventilation and outlet ventilation for every 300 sq. ft. of attic area.

• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• Rebate is based on the sq. ft. of installed insulation. (Calculated by gross wall area less window and door area, etc.)
• FINAL INSULATION SHALL BE AT LEAST R-13.
• WALL CAVITY TO BE VOID OF ANY INSULATION PRIOR TO UPGRADE IN ORDER TO QUALIFY.
• Garages and other non-conditioned areas do not qualify.
• Shall be installed between conditioned and unconditioned areas to qualify.
• Invoice shall include: insulation type, square footage of conditioned area, R-Value prior to upgrade and installed R-Value.
• Does not apply to new construction.
• All material shall be new.
• Manufacturer’s installation practices and procedures shall be followed.
• State and local codes shall be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Signed invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted

Rebate Amount

• Attic Insulation - $0.20/sq. ft. of installed insulation
• Wall Insulation - $0.20/sq. ft. of installed insulation

I have read and understand the qualifications and requirements of the program. I further understand that program participation will require the use of a GVEC listed contractor for all rebates other than Heat Pump Water Heater, Energy Star New Home and Appliance Rebates.

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Requirements

• Must meet all requirements of Renewable Energy Application and Contract (Interconnection Agreement), Systems that exceed 20 KW do not qualify. Click Here for agreement.
• Maximum rebate not to exceed $10,000.00
• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• All work shall be performed in accordance with all applicable manufacturer’s codes and standards.
• All PV systems shall carry a 1 year warranty from the Installer, and manufacturer’s warranty of 20 years on solar panels and 5 years on the inverter.
• All equipment shall be new and listed by the California Energy Commission (CEC) to qualify for the rebate.
• Site location must have minimal shading by trees, structures, etc. GVEC reserves the right to deny rebate based on excessive shading of the solar system. If shading at site location is in question, contact GVEC prior to installation of the system.
• Invoice shall include: PV panel manufacturer, inverter manufacturer and model number.
• Manufacturer’s installation procedures and codes shall be followed.
• Should the system be removed, the member will be billed a pro-rated amount of the original rebate based on 80% after one year, 60% after two years, 40% after three years and 20% after four years. After five years there will be no penalty.

Supporting Documentation

• Basic wiring diagram
• Renewable Energy Application and Contract (Interconnection Agreement). Click Here for agreement.
• Signed invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted

Rebate Amount

$2.50/Watt

I have read and understand the qualifications and requirements of the program. I further understand that program participation will require the use of a GVEC listed contractor for all rebates other than Heat Pump Water Heater, Energy Star New Home and Appliance Rebates.

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Requirements

• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• All material shall be new and certified by SRCC (Solar Rating Certification Corporation).
• Solar water heaters shall preheat water for an electric water heater that is permanently installed and is the main source of water heating.
• Invoice shall include: manufacturer, model number and Solar Rating Certification Corporation Number.
• Solar water heater shall have a minimum 5 year warranty on all major components.
• Solar water heater shall also be installed with frost protection and scale elimination.
• Manufacturer’s installation procedures and codes shall be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Signed invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted

Rebate Amount

$1,000 per Solar Water heater

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Requirements

• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• PV panels shall have a minimum 20 year warranty.
• All material shall be new.
• Invoice shall include: manufacturer, model number and pv panel warranty.
• Shall be installed by a licensed contractor.
• Manufacturer’s installation procedures and codes shall be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Signed invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted

Rebate Amount

$750/Unit

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Requirements

• Must meet all requirements of Renewable Energy Application and Contract (Interconnection Agreement), Systems that exceed 20 KW do not qualify. Click Here for agreement.
• Maximum rebate not to exceed $6,000.00
• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• Wind generator shall have UL certificate of compliance.
• Wind generator shall have a minimum 5 year manufacturer’s warranty.
• Invoice shall include: manufacturer and model number.
• Manufacturer’s installation procedures and codes shall be followed.
• Should system be removed, the member will be billed a pro-rated amount of the original rebate based on 80% after one year, 60% after two years, 40% after three years and 20% after four years. After five years there will be no penalty.

Supporting Documentation

• Signed Invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted.
• Renewable Energy Application and Contract (Interconnection Agreement). Click Here for agreement.
• UL Certificate of Compliance

Rebate Amount

$1.00/Watt

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Requirements

• Improvement shall require a GVEC listed contractor. Click here to view GVEC listed contractors.
• Screens or Films on windows in Garages and other non-conditioned areas do not qualify.
• Screens or Films shall cover entire glass surface area for each fenestration.
• Minimum of 70% reduction of solar heat gain for solar screens and minimum .40 solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) for films.
• Invoice shall include: manufacturer’s data on reflectivity or heat gain co-efficient, product identifiers, and performance rating specifications.
• Does not apply to new construction.
• All material shall be new.
• Manufacturer’s installation practices and procedures shall be followed.
• State and local codes shall be followed.

Supporting Documentation

• Signed invoice showing work completed. No estimates accepted

Rebate Amount

$0.50/sq. ft. of window

I have read and understand the qualifications and requirements of the program. I further understand that program participation will require the use of a GVEC listed contractor for all rebates other than Heat Pump Water Heater, Energy Star New Home and Appliance Rebates.

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