Cedar Falls Utilities - Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

November 19, 2024

Summary

The CFU Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program provides rebates for a variety of energy efficient improvements in commercial facilities. The amount of the rebate varies by technology and all technologies must meet specified energy efficiency requirements. Customers can view a complete listing of incentives, requirements, and guidelines on the equipment application. 

CFU also offers a custom rebate program for larger equipment upgrades.

CFU also provides energy audits for small businesses and cost sharing for independent assessments.

Visit the program website or contact utility for more information.

Program Overview

Implementing Sector: Utility
Category: Financial Incentive
State: Iowa
Incentive Type: Rebate Program
Web Site: https://www.cfu.net/save-energy/business-rebates/
Administrator: Cedar Falls Utilities
Start Date:
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:
  • Geothermal Heat Pumps
  • Water Heaters
  • Furnaces
  • Boilers
  • Heat pumps
  • Air conditioners
  • Programmable Thermostats
  • Building Insulation
  • Motors
  • Motor VFDs
  • Custom/Others pending approval
  • Other EE
  • LED Lighting
Incentive Amount: For a full list of rebates visit the program website.

Appliances & Equipment
Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater: Up to $300
Heat Pump Water Heater: Up to $400
Business Motors: $10/hp
Business Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs): Up to $50/hp

Heating & Cooling (HVAC) Systems & Duct Work
Gas Boilers: $400
Air Source Heat Pump: $600 + $600 Bonus if eliminating primary electric heat
Dual Fuel System: $750 + $600 Bonus if eliminating primary electric heat
Ground Source Heat Pump: $500/ton of new ground loop + $500/ton of heating capacity installed
Natural Gas Furnace with ECM: $150
Central Air Conditioner: $200
Ductless Mini-split Systems: $100/ton cooling
WiFi Programmable Thermostat: 100% of cost up to $100

Thermal Envelope Improvements: See Website

Lighting: Up to $250/kW

Electric Vehicles: 60% of the cost, up to $600 per new port

Custom Business Project: Up to $400/kW saved and $4/MCF
Maximum Incentive: Insulation: 60% of cost
Programmable Thermostat: 60% of cost
Equipment Requirements: See website for details

Contact

Name: Matt Hein
Organization: CFU Energy Services Manager
Address:
Phone: (319) 268-5427

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.