Energy Trust Incentives
Type of water heater
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Incentive
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Requirements |
| Electric tank water heater |
$35 |
Energy Factor must be 0.93 or greater; heat pump water heaters are not eligible (Note 1)
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Electric tank water heater
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$75 |
Energy Factor must be 0.94 or greater; heat pump water heaters are not eligible (Note 1)
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Incentive offer is subject to availability of funding and may change.
Other Rebates
Low-income homeowners in Oregon may qualify for the state's Appliance Rebate Program. Visit the Oregon Housing and Community Services website for details.
Installation Guidelines
To properly install your high-efficiency electric water heater, please follow the manufacturer's manual. We inspect self-installed improvements prior to incentive payment. Self-installed improvements do not qualify for a Multiple Improvement Bonus Package or low-interest financing.
Note 1: Heat pump water heaters remain an emerging technology in the Pacific Northwest. While heat pump water heaters in theory surpass the Energy Factor eligibility requirements for an Energy Trust cash incentive, there are technical concerns about the design of some models for cool climates. None has demonstrated proven performance in our climate zone to be eligible for an Energy Trust water heater incentive.
Oregon customers heating their water with electricity from Portland General Electric or Pacific Power can participate.
Oregon homes that heat with oil, propane, kerosene, butane or wood can conduct their own energy audit and apply for cash rebates for installed weatherization upgrades through the Oregon Department of Energy's SHOW (State Home Oil Weatherization) program.
Energy Trust does not pay incentives for energy-efficient improvements that are mandated for building code compliance, such as remodeling, renovation or new additions to the home.
Follow these easy steps to get cash for installing a high-efficiency water heater in your home:
1: Qualify for pre-approval.
Contact us toll free at 1.866.368.7878 to receive pre-approval on your work. You may choose to request an optional Home Energy Review for your home as well.
2: Install your electric water heater according to manufacturer specifications. Remember to consult your manufacturer's installation and instruction guide.
3: Sign and submit your application form within 90 days of installation.
Mail or fax your signed and completed incentive application form along with your receipt of purchase to:
Mail:
Energy Trust of Oregon
Home Energy Solutions
P.O. Box 847
Portland, OR 97207
Fax: 1.866.516.7592
Please allow six to eight weeks for incentive processing and payment.
4: Complete a post-installation inspection.
When we receive your form, we will call you to schedule an inspection. Self-installed improvements are inspected prior to incentive payment.
Questions? Call us at 1.866.368.7878.
Please mail or fax Form 320S (Weatherization, Self-Installed) and your water heater receipt to receive cash back for self-installed water heater improvements.