Energy Optimization (Electric) - Residential Efficiency Program

August 05, 2022

Summary

The Energy Optimization Programs, administered by  the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association (MECA) collaborative, provide residential electric incentives for the following Michigan utilities:

Energy Optimization

  • Alger-Delta Electric Cooperative
  • Cloverland Electric Cooperative
  • Daggett Electric Company
  • City of Escanaba
  • Great Lakes Energy Cooperative
  • HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Cooperative
  • Marquette Board of Light and Power
  • Midwest Energy Cooperative
  • Newberry Water and Light Board
  • Ontonagon County Rural Electrification Association
  • Presque Isle Electric and Gas Cooperative
  • City of South Haven
  • City of Stephenson

The Michigan Public Clean, Renewable, and Efficient Energy Act (Public Act 295), passed in October 2008, provided original authorization to create these energy efficiency programs. See the program website for details about the programs, including eligibility and restrictions.

* Note: Any single utility may choose which of the available technologies to offer to its customers. All incentives listed above are not available in every service area.

Program Overview

Implementing Sector: Utility
Category: Financial Incentive
State: Michigan
Incentive Type: Rebate Program
Web Site: http://www.michigan-energy.org/
Administrator:
Start Date:
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:
  • Geothermal Heat Pumps
  • Clothes Washers
  • Refrigerators/Freezers
  • Dehumidifiers
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Equipment Insulation
  • Water Heaters
  • Lighting
  • Lighting Controls/Sensors
  • Furnaces
  • Heat pumps
  • Air conditioners
  • Programmable Thermostats
  • Building Insulation
  • Motors
  • Other EE
  • Personal Computing Equipment
  • Pool Pumps
Incentive Amount: Appliance Recycling
Refrigerator: $50
Chest Freezer: $50
Window Air Conditioners: $15
Dehumidifier: $15

HVAC
WiFi Thermostat: $75
ECM Blower Motor: $200
Central Air Conditioning: 150 - $500
Central Air-Source Heat Pump: $250 - $500
Mini/Multi-Split Air-Source Heat Pump: $250 - $750
HVAC Combo Bonus: $100 bonus
Smart HVAC Combo Bonus: $150 bonus
Tune-Up Central Air Conditioner or Air-Sourse Heat Pump: $50
Ground-Source Heat Pump: $500 - $750
Efficient Circulation Pump: $100
Heat Pump Water Heater: $500
Pool Pump: $250
Pipe Wrap Insulation: $0.80/ft. ($8 max)

ENERGY STAR Products
LED Bulbs: In-store savings vary by retailer
LED Downlight Kits: In-store savings vary by retailer
Outdoor LED Fixtures: $5
Ceiling Fan: $10
Advanced Power Strip: $5
Room Air Conditioner: $10
Air Purifier: $10
Dehumidifier: $15
Clothes Washer: $20
Refrigerator: $20
Chest Freezer or Upright Freezer: $15
Television: $10 - $20
Personal Computer: $10
Occupancy Sensor: $5
Wifi-Enabled Thermostat: $75

Income Qualified Services
Free Product Kit: May include energy-saving items, such as LED lights and a smart power strip
Maximum Incentive: Pipe Insulation: $8
Equipment Requirements: See program website.

Incentives

This program has 12 incentives
Technologies: Clothes Washers
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 20.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Heat pumps
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive has a maximum of 250.00 $/Unit, The incentive has a minimum of 750.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Water Heaters
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 500.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Programmable Thermostats
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 75.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Air conditioners
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive has a maximum of 150.00 $/Unit, The incentive has a minimum of 500.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Dehumidifiers
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 15.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Refrigerators/Freezers
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 20.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Furnaces, Motors
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 200.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Geothermal Heat Pumps
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive has a maximum of 500.00 $/Unit, The incentive has a minimum of 750.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Pool Pumps
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 250.00 $/Unit
Technologies: Equipment Insulation
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 0.80 $/linear foot, The incentive has a minimum of $8.00
Technologies: Personal Computing Equipment
Sectors: Residential
Parameters: The incentive is 10.00 $/Unit

Contact

Name: Energy Optimization
Address: 431 Charmany Drive
Madison WI 53719
Phone: (877) 296-4319
Email: info@michigan-energy.org

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.