Resources and Rebates

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The following websites offer a wealth of energy-saving expertise and resources.

ClimateSmart Loan Program: Ballot Issue 1A allows Boulder County to issue bonds for the purpose of providing financing options for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements via a "Clean Energy Options Local Improvement District," also known as the ClimateSmart Loan Program.

Solar sales and Use Tax Rebate

The city offers a partial sales tax rebate on solar systems installed in Boulder.

Reduced Cost Energy Audits

Reduced cost energy audits are available. Contact the Center for ReSource Conservation to arrange for an audit through the Residential Energy Action Program (REAP).

Xcel Energy Residential Rebates

Xcel Energy customers can receive cash rebates for evaporative cooling equipment, heating systems, water heating, insulation and more.

Evaporative Cooling - up to $500
Heating Rebates - $80 to $120
Insulation and Air Sealing - 20%, max $300
Water Heaters - $40 to $100

Xcel Energy Solar Rewards - Incentives for installing photovoltaic systems.

Federal Tax Credits

Energy Efficiency Federal tax credits are available for energy efficiency improvements in 2009. Measures such as windows, doors, insulation, heating, cooling, and water heaters can receive up to $1,500 in tax credits in 2009-10.

Renewable Energy Federal tax credits are available for solar electric systems and solar thermal systems, 30% of the cost of the system can be taken in a tax credit.

Free Income-Qualified Weatherization

Boulder County's Longs Peak Energy Conservation provides weatherization services for City residents to fight high energy costs.  These free programs for qualified residents work with you to improve the energy efficiency of your home in order to both save you money through lower energy use and also to make your home more comfortable.  Click here to learn more.

Water Rebates

The City of Boulder offers $75 for qualifying new washing machines, low-flow toilets, and irrigation systems. Click here for more information.

Information Guides to Saving Energy:

DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's
Energy Savers Page

ACEEE's Home energy checklist for action

Last Updated on Wednesday, 26 August 2009 15:34