Conservation & Rebates

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Energy Efficiency Tax Credits | LEARN MORE

Interested in Energy Efficiency tax credits? Check out the link for some residential appliance and conservation tax credits. These tax credits range from electric heat pumps to insulation improvements.

Energy Efficiency Rebates For City Electric Customers | LEARN MORE

The City of Ellensburg administers the BPA Energy Efficiency program for City Electric customers.  Check out the link above to learn which rebates are offered, what the requirements are and how much the rebates are.  Applications are below, call or e-mail with questions.

Rebate Summary for City Electric Customers with electric heat

Smart Thermostat   |   APPLY NOW

Swapping out your old thermostat with a new smart thermostat is a great way to increase your home's efficiency. See the application for more information and heat source requirements. Don't miss this opportunity to make your home more efficient.

For additional qualifying smart thermostats, check out the City Gas Division's rebate application for homes primarily heated with gas or the City Electric Division's rebate application for homes primarily heated with electric. 

Furnace Filter   |   APPLY NOW

Did you know that you should change your furnace filter every 2-3 months to keep your furnace running efficiently and safely? The City Natural Gas Division is now offering a rebate on natural gas furnace filters to help keep your furnace running efficiently and safely while saving you money.  For more information on how to get your furnace filter rebate, check out the application link above.

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Appliances Upgrades   |   APPLY NOW

The City wants to help its natural gas customer base become as efficient as possible.  Check out these appliance upgrading rebates to help offset the cost to replace older, less efficient gas appliances.

Natural Gas ApplianceAmount of Rebate
Space Heating - Natural Gas Furnace or Boiler$1,000
Space Heating - Fireplace, Free Standing Stove, or Wall Heater$600
Water Heating - Tankless$800
Water Heating - Tank$400


HVAC - Air Source Heat Pumps and Ductless Heat Pumps  |   APPLY NOW   | LEARN MORE

Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP): Extract heat from the air and pump it either inside or outside to heat or cool your home. They require centralized ductwork to spread the conditioned air throughout the house.

Ductless Heat Pumps (DHP): A ductless heating and cooling system is a highly efficient zonal heating and cooling system that does not require the use of air ducts. Ductless systems consist of an outdoor compressor unit and one or more indoor air-handling units, called “heads”, linked by a dedicated refrigerant line. Indoor heads are typically mounted high on a wall or ceiling covering a 3-inch hole where the refrigerant line passes through from the outside unit, which is mounted at the base of the house. Each indoor head corresponds with a heating and cooling zone that can be controlled independently. 

Incentives are provided by the Bonneville Power Administration and administered through the City’s conservation program for electrically heated homes. Incentives are on a first come first serve basis until the budget is exhausted. 

**Check with the City’s conservation program for available funds prior to starting a project.

 NOTE: Generally bids from installers do not include the electrical costs.

 For other types please call 509-962-7251

Heat Pump Water Heaters   |   APPLY NOW   |   Buyers Guide by Hot Water Solutions

Electric heat pump water heaters, sometimes called hybrid water heaters, use up to 60% less energy than standard electric water heaters. Incentives are on a first come first serve basis until the budget is exhausted.

**Check with the City’s conservation program for available funds

Have questions? Give us a call at (509) 962-7251 or send us an email.

Weatherization   |   APPLY NOW   |   SPECIFICATIONS

Weatherization incentives are available for customers with electric space heating systems in their homes. Weatherization includes insulation upgrades for floors, walls, and ceilings as well as exterior doors. Incentives are on a first come first serve basis until the budget is exhausted.

**Check with the City’s conservation program for available funds

Have questions? Give us a call at (509) 962-7251 or send us an email.

Windows and Patio Doors   |   APPLY NOW   |   SPECIFICATIONS

Windows incentives are available for customers with electric space heating systems in their homes. Single-pane, any frame type and Double-pane, metal frame only, qualify. Incentives are on a first come first serve basis until the budget is exhausted.

**Check with the City’s conservation program for available funds

Have questions? Give us a call at (509) 962-7251 or send us an email.

Energy Assistance Program – Low-Income Households

Ellensburg’s HopeSource Energy Assistance Program provides financial assistance to help low-income residents weatherize their homes and pay their utility bills. For additional information contact us for further information, or visit HopeSource.

Clean Building Performance Standards

Do you own a covered commercial building over 50,000 square feet? If so, there is a new statewide Clean Building Performance Standard (Standard) that may apply to a building you own. The Standard is mandatory for all covered commercial buildings located in the state of Washington, starting in 2026. A covered commercial building is a building where the sum of nonresidential, hotel, motel and dormitory floor areas exceed 50,000 gross square feet, excluding the parking garage area.

The Department of Commerce (Commerce) will be posting compliance requirements and a full list of possible covered commercial buildings on the Clean Buildings webpage, available beginning July 1, 2021. The list was generated using records obtained from each county assessor and other available information sources. Commerce will also be mailing notification letters to building owners after quality assurance checks on the list are complete.

The Early Adopter Incentive Program also launches on July 1, 2021. The program provides financial incentives to encourage early compliance with the Standard. A form will be available on the webpage on the day of the launch for building owners to communicate their intent to apply. Incentive funds are limited to $75 million. For more information about this program and the qualifications for applying, please visit the Clean Buildings Early Adopter Incentive Program webpage.

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