Sarasota County - Get Energy Smart Retrofit Program

March 22, 2012

Summary

In August 2010, Sarasota County introduced the Get Energy Smart Retrofit Program for residents of Sarasota County, City of Sarasota, City of North Port, and City of Venice. Funds are given out on a first-come, first-served basis. A list of eligible equipment and their associated rebates and installation requirements can be found here. In order to participate in the rebate program, residents must first fill out a Florida Power and Light Online Home Energy Survey and submit it for review. Once approved, residents should contact a participating contractor for an audit or installation when necessary. After audits and installations are complete, submit a rebate request form and proof of the completed work. Forms must be received by the Get Energy Smart Retrofit Program within 6 months of application approval. Rebates cannot total more than $3000 per household, plus $500 for the home energy audit.

Program Overview

Implementing Sector: Local
Category: Financial Incentive
State: Florida
Incentive Type: Rebate Program
Web Site: http://www.scgov.net/retrofit/
Administrator: Sarasota County
Start Date: August 2010
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:
  • Solar Water Heat
  • Geothermal Heat Pumps
  • Clothes Washers
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerators/Freezers
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Water Heaters
  • Lighting
  • Heat pumps
  • Air conditioners
  • Duct/Air sealing
  • Building Insulation
  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Other EE
Incentive Amount: Energy Saving Device Kit: Free
Solar Hot Water Heater: $750
Gas Tankless Water Heater: 20%
Lighting Renovation: 30%
Energy Star Appliances: 20% for each appliance
Energy Star Ceiling Fan: 30%
Comprehensive Home Energy Audit: $500
Attic/Roof/Floor Insulation (Batt, Roll, Blown in Loose Fill or Spray Foam): 25%
Radiant Roof Barrier System: $0.10/sq ft
Solar Attic Fan: $100 per fan
Duct Repair/Sealing/Replacement: 30%
HVAC Central AC or Heat Pump: 25%
Energy Star Windows or Doors: 25%
Maximum Incentive: Gas Tankless Water Heater: $500
Lighting Renovation: $200
Energy Star Appliances: $1500 Total
Energy Star Ceiling Fan: $100
Attic/Roof/Floor Insulation (Batt, Roll, Blown in Loose Fill or Spray Foam): $1,500
Radiant Roof Barrier System: $200
Duct Repair/Sealing/Replacement: $800
HVAC Central AC or Heat Pump: $1500
Energy Star Windows or Doors: $750
Maximum rebate per household: $3000 plus $500 for home audit
Installation Requirements: Participating Contractor Required for the Following:
Solar and Gas Tankless Hot Water Heaters
Comprehensive Home Energy Audits
Attic/Roof/Floor Insulation (Blown In Loose or Spray Foam)
Radiant Roof Barrier System
Solar Attic Fan
Duct Repair/Sealing/Replacement
HVACs
Energy Star Windows or Doors
Audit Required for the Following:
Attic/Roof/Floor Insulation (Batt, Roll, Blown in Loose Fill or Spray Foam)
Comprehensive Home Energy Audit
Radiant Roof Barrier System
Solar Attic Fan
Duct Repair/Sealing/Replacement
HVACs
Energy Star Windows or Doors

Contact

Name: Get Energy Smart Retrofit Program
Organization: Sarasota County
Address: 205 North Orange Ave., Suite 2N
Sarasota FL 34236
Phone: (800) 863-1794
Email: getenergysmart@dwellgreen.com

This information is sourced from DSIRE; the most comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support renewables and energy efficiency in the United States. Established in 1995, DSIRE is operated by the N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center at N.C. State University.