NorthWestern Energy (Electric) - Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

March 27, 2025

Summary

NorthWestern Energy offers multiple rebate programs for commercial and industrial customers to make energy efficient improvements to their businesses. This includes lighting, heating, irrigation equipment, VFDs, refrigeration, air conditioning, appliances, and water heating incentives. Equipment requirements and specific rebate amounts can be found on the program web site. All rebates associated with this program are valid through June 30, 2025.

Program Overview

Implementing Sector:	Utility
Category:	Financial Incentive
State:	Montana
Incentive Type:	Rebate Program
Web Site:	https://www.northwesternenergy.com/account-services/for-business/energy-efficiency-for-business/rebates-incentives
Administrator:	NorthWestern Energy
Start Date:
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Refrigerators/Freezers Equipment Insulation Water Heaters Lighting Lighting Controls/Sensors Chillers Heat pumps Air conditioners Programmable Thermostats Duct/Air sealing Motors Motor VFDs Other EE Insulation Food Service Equipment Commercial Cooking Equipment LED Lighting Commercial Refrigeration Equipment HVAC
Incentive Amount:	Variable Speed Drive (VFD) - Fan: $75/motor HP Variable Speed Drive (VFD) - Pump: $75/motor HP Variable Speed Drive (VFD) - Refrigerator Compressor: $40/motor HP Variable Speed Drive (VFD) - Air Compressor: $65/motor HP Variable Speed Drive (VFD) - Irrigation Pump: $65/motor HP Electronically Commuted Motor (ECM): $1.25/Watt Installed Electronically Commuted Motor (ECM) Refrigerated/Freezer Evaporator: $1.25/watt installed High Efficiency Water Cooled Chiller: $100/ton High Efficiency Air Cooled Chiller: $75/ton High Efficiency Direct Expansion Unit: $50/chiller ton High Efficiency Air Source Heat Pump: $100/chiller ton Pipe Insulation: $2/linear foot Hot Water Tank Insulation: $15/unit Anti-Sweat (Humidstat) Controls: $25 - $30/door HVAC Demand Control System: $50/HP Supply Fan Cooking Hood Demand Control System: $0.75/CFM of make-up air Faucet Aerator - Kitchen: $1.25/aerator Canned Lighting - Air Tight Sealing: $1.50/unit Electric Steam Cooker: $250/unit HVAC Fans: $1/motor HP Timer - Engine Block Heater: $10/unit Heat Pump Water Heater: $800/unit Hot Water Pipe Insulation: $2/per linear foot
Equipment Requirements:	Varies by product, see application forms

Contact

Name:	Customer Service Commercial Rebate Program
Address:	PO Box 1167 Helena MT 59624
Phone:	(800) 823-5995
Email:	nwecommercialrebates@dnvgl.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.