2023 Rebates
Applications and invoices must be submitted on or before December 31, 2023 to qualify for our 2023 rebate amounts.
Cold climate heat pumps for heating & cooling
Air, water, or ground source
Ducted heat pumps must have:
- Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF2) of 8.1+
- Coefficient of Performance (COP) @ 5° of 1.75+
Ductless mini-split heat pumps must have:
- Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF2) of 9.5+
- Coefficient of Performance (COP) @ 5° of 1.75+
Other requirements:
- Outside unit must be elevated at least 12 inches off the ground to defrost properly
- Garfield County (Climate Zone 5) = Heat pump rated to 5°F minimum
- Eagle County (Climate Zone 6), Gunnison and Pitkin Counties (Climate Zone 7) = Heat pump rated to -5°F or colder minimum
Recommended:
- Load calculation to right size heat pump system and derate for high elevation
Building envelope: air sealing
- Electrically-heated buildings only
- Pre- and post-blower door assessment required – sign up at: https://energysmartcolorado.org/for-your-home
- Air leakage must be reduced by 10% or more as measured in CFM50 by blower door test
Building envelope: insulation
- Electrically-heated buildings only
- Air sealing must be completed prior to adding insulation unless Natural Air Changes per Hour (NACH) is 0.35 or lower.
- Pre- and post-blower door assessment required – sign up at: https://energysmartcolorado.org/for-your-home/
- Insulation project must meet 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IEEC) requirements
- Attic, crawlspace, and exterior walls qualify for rebate
Building envelope: multifamily (4 or more units)
- Electrically-heated complexes only
- Entire building must be air sealed and/or insulated
- Pre- and post-blower door assessment required on one unit per building – sing up at:
https://energysmartcolorado.org/for-your-home/ - Air leakage must be reduced by 10% or more as measured in CFM50 by blower door test
- Insulation project must meet 2018 IEEC requirements
- Attic, crawlspace, and exterior walls qualify for rebate
Heat pump dryers
- Energy-Star certified dryer with heat pump technology
https://www.energystar.gov/productfinder/product/certified-clothes-dryers/results - Learn more about heat dryers:
https://www.energystar.gov/products/heat_pump_dryer
Heat pump (hybrid) water heaters
- Energy-Star certified with heat pump technology
- https://www.energystar.gov/productfinder/product/certified-water-heaters/results
- Learn more about heat pump water heaters: https://loveelectric.org/hot-water/
Heat tape timers
- Timer must be hardwired.
- Recommended: run heat tape during daylight hours.
- Heat Tape Basics – PDF
Induction cooktops/ranges
- Induction cooktop or range
- Learn more about induction cooking:
https://loveelectric.org/cooking/
Pool & spa pumps
- Replace single speed pump with variable speed drive (VSD)
Smart (wifi-enabled) or programmable thermostats
- Electrically-heated buildings only
- Line voltage required
- Check compatibility on manufacturer’s website before purchasing
Additional rebates for commercial & multifamily projects
LED Lighting – Commercial or Multifamily Only
- Replace non-LED bulbs with qualifying LED fixtures or bulbs
- Minimum of 30% wattage reduction required
- All fixtures or LED bulbs must be Energy Star rated or Design Lights Consortium (DLC) certified
Lighting Controls – Commercial or Multifamily Only
- Networked lighting controls (NLC) with wireless networked integrated sensors only
- Control schedule submitted with rebate application
Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM) or Variable Speed Motor
- Replace any single speed motor with EC/variable speed motor
- Applications include heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Replace single speed motor/pump with VFD
Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) – Commercial or Multifamily Only
- Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) of 10+
- Coefficient of Performance (COP) of 2+
- VRF must be used as primary heating and/or cooling source
E-bike rebates
Rebate amount: $50 per e-bike
- E-bike must be new; no rebate for resale or converting bike to e-bike
- E-bike must offset vehicle miles
- Limit of 2 e-bike rebates per household lifetime
- Custom rebate may be available for alternative electric transportation
Electric vehicle charger rebates
Residential
- Free level II ChargePoint charger
- Apply at: https://www.holycross.com/charge-at-home/
Commercial
- Holy Cross is partnering with local businesses to provide cost-effective workplace charging solutions
- More info at: https://www.holycross.com/charge-at-work/
E-lawn care
Rebate amount: 25% of the cost of the e-lawn care product up to the maximum amount listed below
- Electric mowers (push or riding) and snow blowers — $150
- Electric chainsaws — $100
- Electric trimmers, pruners, leaf blowers and power washers — $50/each
Criteria:
- New equipment only
- Battery or corded electric equipment only
- Minimum purchase price of $50
- No resales allowed
Maximum lifetime e-lawn care rebate of $300 per member.
Verification for 2024 Holy Cross Energy Income-Qualified Rebates
To qualify for our 2024 Income-Qualified Residential rebates, your household income must fall under 150% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for your county. Our local energy partners will work with you to verify your income. To see limits for your county, consult with the energy partner in your area:
Garfield County
Pitkin County & Roaring Fork Valley Portion of Eagle County
Eagle River Valley