Pools at multifamily properties can be significant energy drains, driving up your utility costs. Upgrade to energy-efficient equipment to eliminate waste, slash energy expenses, and keep your pool running smoothly all year long—without the high costs.
Upgrade to energy-saving pool equipment to lower energy costs and enhance tenant satisfaction. Plus, with available Energy Trust cash incentives, making these improvements is more affordable than ever.
Review the specifications and requirements in the Oregon Multifamily Water Heating Incentive Application before purchasing equipment.
| Equipment | Incentive |
|---|---|
| Commercial Pool Cover | $6 per sq. ft. of pool surface area |
| Commercial Swimming Pool Heater (covered) | $0.90-$3 per sq. ft. of pool surface area |
| Commercial Swimming Pool Heater (not covered) | $1-$5 per sq. ft. of pool surface area |
Incentives are subject to funding availability and may change.
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| Commercial Pool Cover | • Pool must be heated. Pool must not have had a pre-existing cover within 6 months of pool cover installation • Covers installed at residential pools do not qualify • Covers must be specifically designed for swimming pools, cover entire pool surface area and utilize a storage reel • Liquid evaporation suppressants, solar disks and mesh covers do not qualify • Pool heating fuel must be provided by participating utility |
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| Commercial Swimming Pool Heater | • Must have 400 kBtu/h capacity or less per heater, not to exceed a total of 1,000 kBtu/h for all heaters combined • Must be at least 94% thermal efficiency for condensing heaters, must be at least 84% efficiency for non-condensing eaters • Must be a replacement, gas-fired pool heater. Heater must not have a continuously burning pilot light • Property must receive gas from a participating utility • Covered and not covered pools both qualify. Qualifying pool covers include solid track, bubble type, or foam type with storage reels • Pool must meet minimum area requirements in the table below:
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To qualify, you must:
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Note: A post-installation verification may be required.
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.
Fill out online or download the Oregon Multifamily Water Heating Incentive Application
A W-9 or Substitute W-9 form is required for investment properties.
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