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page updated on 7/20/11 |
State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program (SEEARP) |
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Background
The State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program (SEEARP) was created under the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and received funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in February 2009. The NH program has been allocated approximately $1.2 million for implementation and will offer residential consumers rebates for the replacement of existing hot water heaters, boilers and furnaces to more energy efficient models. Rebates will be available on a first come - first serve basis and will not be available on purchases prior to the commencement of the program.
ARRA- Solar Thermal Rebate Program: Public Utilities Commission. Start Date: April 21, 2010 PROGRAM FULLY RESERVED July 19, 2011
ARRA- Home Heating System Rebate Program (fossil fuels): NHSaves.com Start Date: April 19, 2010 PROGRAM CLOSED Nov.9, 2010
Household appliances such as clothes washers and air conditioners are not included under the New Hampshire SEEARP and instead will continue to be offered through the electric utility EnergySTAR Appliance Rebate Program. |
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Solar Thermal Rebate Program
ARRA: Solar Thermal Rebate Program:
On July 19th, the program's funds were fully reserved or rebated to consumers. Applications are still being accepted in case any existing reservations expire and funds become available. These funds are available on a first come first serve basis and will be minimal. The state portion of the program remains open. For more information, please contact Diane Bateman at PUC (271-6031 or rshwrebates@puc.nh.gov).
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The Solar Thermal Rebate Program (~ $500,000) will be offered through the NH Public Utilities Commission and it will adhere to the following chart:
Solar Thermal Rebate Details |
Products |
Eligibility Requirements |
Rebate Level ($) |
Solar (electric backup)
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1) SRCC Certification
2) Solar Fraction of >= 0.5
3) Warranties:
- Solar collector >= 10 years
- Storage tanks >= 6 years
- Controls >= 2 years
- Parts >= 1 year
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$2,000 |
Solar (gas backup)
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Solar (indirect backup) |
In addition to EnergySTAR certified solar thermal systems, New Hampshire rebates will be available to non-EnergySTAR certified systems that meet the eligibility requirements listed above.
The New Hampshire Office of Energy and Planning highly recommends you contact a professional solar thermal installer to discuss what equipment will work best for your specific site. The following links will assist you in selecting an installer and products.
Installers:
Products:
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Eligible Applicants:
To be eligible to receive rebates under the NH SEEARP, you must meet the following requirements:
- Reside in the State of New Hampshire
- Be replacing an existing home heating system
- Install the appliance at your primary residence
- Businesses, non-profit and governmental organizations are not eligible
- One rebate available per appliance category per applicant
(The replacement of a hot water heating system includes the installation of a solar collector, storage tank, controls and associated parts.) |
How to Apply:
Solar Thermal Rebate Program: Rebates will be made available through a two-step process. First, consumers must apply to reserve funding for the project. During this stage, all criteria will be reviewed for eligibility. Once approved, the consumer can go ahead and install the system. Second, after the system is operational, the consumer can apply to receive the rebate. The rebates are made available through the NH Public Utilities Commission and are available for downloading at its website. Start Date: April 21, 2010 |
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ARRA- Home Heating System Rebate Program (fossil fuels)
ARRA Home Heating System Rebate Program - A HUGE SUCCESS!
Program closed as of November 9, 2010 – applications are no longer being accepted.
Congratulations to the consumers who participated and thanks to the HVAC contractors who have promoted and continue to promote high efficiency heating and hot water systems. As a reminder, you may still be eligible for the federal tax credit available through the end of 2011. Visit the ENERGYSTAR.gov website for details or consult your tax professional. |
The ARRA- Home Heating System Rebate Program (~ $700,000) will be offered through NHSaves.com and it will adhere to the following chart. All EnergySTAR rated furnaces, boilers and hot water heaters will be eligible for a rebate. However, the rebates are tiered, offering out higher rebates to more energy efficient heating systems. For a list of eligible products, please click on the product name.
ARRA- Home Heating System Rebate Program Detail |
Product |
Eligibility Requirements |
Rebate Level ($) |
Hot Water Heater- Gas Storage |
Energy Factor >= 0.62 and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$100 |
Hot Water Heater- Gas Tankless |
Energy Factor >=0.82 and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$300 |
Oil Furnaces |
AFUE >= 85% and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$300 |
AFUE >= 85% w/ Electronic Control Motor and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$400 |
Gas Furnaces |
AFUE >= 90% and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$300 |
AFUE >= 90% w/ Electronic Control Motor and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$400 |
Oil Boilers* |
AFUE >= 85% and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$500 |
AFUE >= 90% and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$1,000 |
Gas Boilers* |
AFUE >= 85% and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$500 |
AFUE >= 90% and EnergySTAR Qualified |
$1,000 |
*If purchased with a boiler reset control, an additional $100 will be available. A partial list of eligible boiler reset controls will be made available upon the commencement of the program.
For more information on the EnergySTAR products, please visit the following Web sites:
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Frequently Asked Questions:
This document  has been provided with answers to frequently asked questions. |
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Additional Information:
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Contact Us:
Please contact the following individuals for more information about the programs:
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