Decatur - DecaturWISE Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

May 10, 2012

Summary

The City of Decatur, through the DecaturWISE program, offers rebates to homeowners who make energy efficient upgrades to participating residences. DecaturWISE rebates compliment Georgia Power’s Home Energy Improvement Program, which offers up to $2,200 in rebates. The City of Decatur provides an additional rebate of up to $1,000 for efficiency upgrades and assists residential customers in increasing the comfort of homes. First, customers must schedule a comprehensive home energy analysis to determine areas of improvement. Rebates are then provided for corresponding improvements and upgrades which save energy. Residents should contact an approved contractor to schedule a home energy audit and receive upgrade recommendations. Typically, the most effective measures under the program are insulation, duct sealing and air infiltration upgrades. Contact the City of Decatur or an eligible contractor regarding technologies or measures not listed on the program web site. View and follow all program requirements in order to receive a rebate.

Program Overview

Implementing Sector: Utility
Category: Financial Incentive
State: Georgia
Incentive Type: Rebate Program
Web Site: http://www.decaturga.com/index.aspx?page=595
Administrator: CLEAResult
Start Date: 04/25/2011
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:
  • Caulking/Weather-stripping
  • Duct/Air sealing
  • Building Insulation
  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Yes; specific technologies not identified
Incentive Amount: Up to $1,000
Maximum Incentive: $1,000
Equipment Requirements: Equipment and measures must be installed by a contractor specified on the program web site

Contact

Name: DecaturWISE Rebate Program
Organization: City of Decatur
Address: 509 McDonough Street
Decatur GA 30031
Phone: (678) 954-7283
Email: decaturwise@clearesult.com

This information is sourced from DSIRE; the most comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support renewables and energy efficiency in the United States. Established in 1995, DSIRE is operated by the N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center at N.C. State University.