Energy Sense is a co-op program comprised of different energy saving ideas, rebates and incentives designed for you, the member, because together we can make a difference.
Energy efficient lighting rebates
Energy Star appliance rebates
Recycling rebates
Central air conditioner/Heat pump rebates
Agricultural / Commercial / Industrial rebates
Custom rebates
The Energy Sense rebate program was approved by the board as an incentive to help members conserve energy, preserve our environment and lower energy bills.
All Polk-Burnett rebates must be submitted to Polk-Burnett no later than JANUARY 3, 2011. We advise you to submit rebate claims as soon as the product is purchased.
Energy Efficient Lighting Residential/Commercial/Industrial/Agricultural
Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL) Up to $1 per bulb not to exceed the cost
Light Emitting Diode (LED) Bulb or Fixture Up to $2 per bulb or fixture not to exceed the cost
LED Holiday Lights, LIMIT 12/account/location Up to $2 per string or decor item
Large CFLs (60 watts or larger) Up to $5 per bulb not to exceed the cost
Hard-Wired ENERGY STAR CFL Fixture Up to $5 per fixture
Cold Cathode CFL Up to $2 per bulb
T8 Fixtures - Retrofit only Up to $5 per lamp/fixture
T5 Fixtures Up to $7.50 per lamp/fixture
Security Lighting - LED Technology Up to $15 per fixture
Ceramic Metal Halide - Replacement only Up to $15 per fixture
Pulse Start Metal Halide - Replacement only Up to $15 per fixture
HPS Fixture - Replacement only Up to $15 per fixture
Occupancy Sensors Up to $5 per switch
LED Exit Signs Up to $5 per sign
For CFLs and LEDs submit a copy of your dated sales receipt for 2010. If you purchased a multpack (4pk) and the receipt does not indicate 4pk, include something off the package indicating how many bulbs are in the package to receive the proper credit. If your receipt does not indicate CFL or LED specifically then please include proof off the packaging. For fixtures, make sure the receipt indicates specifically that it is a CFL fixture or T8 or T5 fixture or include further proof from the package about the product for which you are claiming a rebate.
For commercial/industrial/agricultural lighting: Please include a copy of your dated invoice(s) clearly stating what bulbs/fixtures you purchased, installed and are claiming rebates for, also showing the date of installation.
All residential rebates will be in the form of a credit to your electric account. All commercial/industrial/agricultural rebates depending on amount will be in the form of a rebate check.
Please fill out the rebate form and submit all documentation to Polk-Burnett as soon as possible and NO LATER than January 3, 2011.
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Appliance Rebates
Dishwasher $25 limit of 1 per account/location
Dehumidifier $25 limit of 1 per account/location
Room air conditioner $25 limit of 1 per account/location
Refrigerator $25 limit of 1 per account/location
Freezer $25 limit of 1 per account/location
Clothes washer $25 limit of 1 per account/location
All appliances must be Energy Star® qualified. Please fill out the rebate form and mail to Polk-Burnett as soon as possibe and NO LATER than January 3, 2011. Please be sure to include a copy of your dated sales receipt for 2010 and the original or a copy of the yellow energy guide off the appliance.
These rebates will be in the form of a one-time credit on your electric account and are limited as indicated above for each account/location.
Look for these labels when purchasing lighting and appliances
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Recycling Rebates
Purchasing a new ENERGY STAR appliance? Have we got a deal for you. Not only can you qualify for an ENERGY STAR rebate as stated above on qualifying purchases, but if you recycle your old working appliance we will help pay for the recycling!
Refrigerator $50 Limit 3 per account/location
Freezer $50 Limit 3 per account/location
Room Air Conditioner $25 Limit 3 per account/location
Must recycle your old working inefficient appliance and submit proof of recycling from a reputable appliance dealer or recycling business that recycles and demanufactures appliances according to EPA standards. (return to top)
Central A/C and Heat Pump Rebates
All central air conditioners and air source heat pumps are eligible for the following rebates and participation in load management on the main meter.
Central air conditioner & Mini Split >= 14 SEER (EER 11) $40/ton
Central air conditioner & Mini Split >= 15 SEER (EER 12) $60/ton
Central air conditioner & Mini Split >= 16 SEER (EER 13) $80/ton
Air source heat pumps >= 14 SEER $120/ton
Ground water heat pumps are allowed on the off peak rate if the system has a fossil fuel or storage back up heat system and the ground source heat pump is controlled through load management.
Ground source heat pumps $200/ton
Summer controlling of A/C and heat pump units is a process of cycling the unit every 15 minutes during the hottest days of the year, typically during the evening hours, but can occur any time of the day. Winter controlling of the air source heat pump is rare since the unit is typically done providing heat for the winter season prior to the need for demand controlling. Winter controlling of ground source heat pumps will be up to 6 hours at any given time during a peak control period. For more information regarding load control click here.
Please fill out the A/C – heat pump rebate form and include the necessary paperwork. Please submit rebate claims as soon as possible and NO LATER than January 3, 2011. Once the unit is controlled we will issue you a one-time rebate in the form of a check. (return to top)
Agricultural / Commercial / Industrial Rebates
Lighting: See above section on energy efficient lighting
Energy Efficient Equipment
Dairy plate cooler / well water pre-cooler $500 per unit
High efficiency livestock waterers (< or = 500 watts) $50 per waterer
Dairy heat recovery - with controlled electric water heater $1 per gallon
Scroll refrigeration compressor $30 per HP
Variable frequency drives $30 per HP, max $500
Variable speed compressed air $30 per HP, max $500
High velocity low speed fan $1 per inch diameter
Ventilation (exhaust) fan - 21 CFM/Watt* or more $1 per inch diameter
Circulation fan - 20# of thrust /kW* or more $1 per inch diameter
*Fans must be AMCA or BESS Lab rated
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Custom Rebates
Eligiblity will be based on efficiency, operating characteristics, and ability to reduce on-peak energy and demand. Examples of technologies that may be eligible for these incentives include but are not limited to:
Agricultural: Low pressure irrigation, efficient grain drying, livestock environmental controls
Commercial: Premium efficiency three-phase motors, ENERGY STAR commercial food service equipment, grocery cooler/freezer controls, beverage machine controls, building/lodging, lighting/energy management controls, improvements to the envelope of electrically heated buildings, etc.
Custom incentives are reviewed on a claim by claim basis and will be analyzed for cost savings to both the member and Dairyland Power Cooperative. These custom incentives are capped per claim and per member account per year. Please call Polk-Burnett's member services department for more information at 715-646-2191 or 800-421-0283 ext. 318/319/346. Incentive(s) will be in the form of a check. (return to top)
Focus on Energy
Visit Focus on Energy for state incentives and information to help save energy and money. Focus on Energy is Wisconsin's resource for energy efficiency and renewable energy.
Note: For Focus on Energy rebates, visit http://www.focusonenergy.com/Incentives/ as soon as possible after your purchase is made, as some rebates only have a 30-day window to make a claim. Focus on Energy rebates must be mailed to the address on the Focus on Energy rebate forms, not to Polk-Burnett.