Heating and cooling can account for up to one-third of the energy consumption in a typical building. Upgrading to energy-efficient HVAC equipment reduces energy use, cuts energy costs and improves indoor air quality for residents.
Energy Trust offers cash incentives to make energy-efficient HVAC equipment upgrades more affordable. With better performing equipment, you and your tenants will enjoy immediate savings.
Be sure to review the specifications and requirements in the Oregon Multifamily Heating, Ventilation and Cooling Incentive Application before purchasing equipment.
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Ductless Heat Pump (DHP) | $1,800 per outdoor unit |
| Packaged Terminal Heat Pump (PTHP) | $800 per unit |
| Air-Cooled Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Multi-Split Ductless Heat Pump | $1 per sq ft of area served by VRF |
| Equipment For side-by-side or duplex, triplex, fourplex properties only | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Ducted Heat Pump | $1,000 per unit |
| Heat Pump Advanced Controls | $250 per unit |
| Extended Capacity Heat Pump | $1,000 per unit |
| Extended Capacity Heat Pump (replacing electric forced air furnace) | $3,000 per unit |
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| High-Efficiency Bath Fan (without a light) | $13 each |
| Equipment For side-by-side or duplex, triplex, fourplex properties only | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Gas Furnace | $1,600 per unit |
| Equipment For stacked structures with 5 or more units only | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Condensing Gas Furnace | $8.25 per kBtu/h |
| Equipment For side-by-side or duplex, triplex, fourplex properties only | Incentive |
|---|---|
| High-Efficiency Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace | $150-$250 each |
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Single Speed Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM) | $200-$300 per circulator |
| Variable Speed Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM) | $300-$750 per circulator |
| Garage Exhaust VFD Ventilation Controls | $0.10-$0.50 per CFM |
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| High-Efficiency Condensing Boiler | $6.50 per kBtu/h |
| Steam Traps | $350 each |
| Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs) | $200 each |
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| New Rooftop Unit (RTU) with Economizer (gas or heat pump heating)* | $30 per ton |
| New Rooftop Unit (RTU) with Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) (gas or heat pump heating)** | $29 per ton |
| New Rooftop Unit (RTU) with Variable Speed Supply Fan | $100 per ton |
| Advanced Rooftop Control (ARC) (full retrofit) | $300 per ton |
| Advanced Rooftop Control (ARC) (lite retrofit) | $200 per ton |
*The property’s electricity must be provided by Portland General Electric or Pacific Power.
**The property’s heating fuel must be provided by Portland General Electric, Pacific Power; or by NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas or Avista.
| Equipment For side-by-side, duplex, triplex and fourplex properties only | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Central Air Conditioner | $100-$250 per unit |
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Smart Thermostat (self-installed) | $100 per unit |
| Smart Thermostat (contractor-installed) | $250 per unit |
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Forced Circulation Generator Block Heater (new or replacement) | $400-$1,400 per unit |
| Forced Circulation Generator Block Heater (retrofit, upgrading existing, functional equipment) | $400-$1,400 per unit |
Incentives are subject to funding availability and may change.
To qualify, you must:
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Note: A post-installation verification may be required.
11,700
$12,000
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to apply, here are the next steps to get you started.
Review the steps to upgrade
Fill out all required forms below. Your trade ally contractor can help you.
Review the Oregon Multifamily Heating, Ventilation and Cooling Incentive Application for equipment requirements
A W-9 or Substitute W-9 form is required for investment properties.
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