Energy Smart - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program (19 Municipalities)

May 22, 2024

Summary

Franklin Energy Services has partnered with the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA), which is made up of 19 municipal utilities, to offer the Energy Smart Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program. Residential electric customers served by one of the 19 participating utilities are eligible for rebates on energy efficient upgrades. Purchased products must meet program standards in order to receive rebates, please refer to the Program Application for all equipment requirements and guidelines. The Energy Smart Program also offers rebates for the pickup and proper disposal of inefficient, yet still working, refrigerators ($50), room A/C units ($15), and dehumidifiers ($15).

Application forms for each utility may be found on the program web site (mienergysmart.com). Please call 877-NRG-SAV1 (877-674-7281) for further information about the Energy Smart Program. The following utilities participate:

City of Charlevoix
Chelsea Electric Department
Croswell Light and Power Department
City of Dowagiac
City of Eaton Rapids
City of Escanaba
Harbor Springs
Hart Hydro-Electric
Village of Paw Paw
City of Petoskey
Portland Light and Power Board
City of Sebewaing
City of St. Louis
City of Sturgis
City of Wakefield
Zeeland Board of Public Works

Program Overview

Implementing Sector:	Utility
Category:	Financial Incentive
State:	Michigan
Incentive Type:	Rebate Program
Web Site:	https://mienergysmart.com/residential-programs/
Administrator:	Franklin Energy
Start Date:
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Refrigerators/Freezers Dehumidifiers Water Heaters Lighting Heat pumps Air conditioners Programmable Thermostats Custom/Others pending approval Other EE Personal Computing Equipment LED Lighting
Incentive Amount:	HVAC Central Air Conditioners: $125 - $250 Mini Split Heat Pump: $60 - $375/unit Air-Source Heat Pump: $125 - $600 Whole Home Dehumidifier: $250 Appliances Water Heater: $300 Dehumidifier: $30 Refrigerator: $35 Freezer: $25 Smart Thermostat: $100 Clothes Washer: $35 Electric Clothes Dryer: $25 Heat Pump Clothes Dryer: $75 Room A/C: $15 Inverter Driven Room A/C: $45 Air Purifier: $40 Personal Computer: $15 Monitor: $15 Television: $30 Intelligent Surge Protector: $10 Weatherization Ceiling Insulation: $0.18/sq. ft. Attic Hatch Insulation: $3/unit Wall Insulation: $0.10/sq. ft. Crawlspace Wall Insulation: $0.05/sq. ft. Rim Joist Foam Insulation: $0.02/sq. ft. Windows: $15 Patio Doors: $30 Doors: $20 Door Weatherstripping: $4 Electric Vehicles: Connected EV Charger: $80/kW capped at $500 per charger
Equipment Requirements:	See program website

Contact

Name:	Energy Smart Residential Program
Address:	1500 Abbot Rd., Suite 100 East Lansing MI 48823
Phone:	(877) 674-7281
Email:	energysmart@franklinenergy.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.