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Smart
Energy is a suite of energy programs aimed at improving comfort,
reducin g bills, and contributing to the reliability of the electric
system. These programs keep electric rates low and improve our
environment. Programs focus on demand side energy management,
utility load management, development of alternative energy
resources, and education. Learn more about each program by clicking on the pictures below. The Smart Energy programs are:
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Residential and Commercial Efficient Appliance Rebate
– As of July 1, Smart Energy now features rebates for
efficient appliances including refrigerators, washing
machines, and dishwashers. Get an application by
clicking
here! |
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Residential Efficient Construction Rebate
- As of July 1, Smart Energy now features rebates for
energy-efficient new residential construction. Get an application
by clicking
here! |
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Residential High-Efficiency Lighting Rebate
- As of July 1, Smart Energy now offers rebate for high efficiency
residential
lighting. Get an application
by clicking
here! |
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Commercial Audit
- As of July 1, Smart Energy now offers a commercial audit
program. Get an application
by clicking
here! |
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Power Factor Correction Rebate
- As of July 1, Smart Energy now offers a Power Factor
Correction Rebate for equipment installation for commercial
customers. Get an application
by clicking
here! |
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Prime Time Power – an air conditioner load
management program that lowers the demand for electricity. When the
demand for electricity is at its highest, radio-controlled switches
are used to cycle central air conditioners off for 7.5 minutes out
of every 30 minutes. You will receive a $5 credit on each of your
four summer electric bills (July, August, September, and
October) when you sign up for Prime Time Power!
To sign up
for Prime Time Power, click
here. You can also visit the
Prime Time Power Web page
to learn more about the
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Power Watch – an energy
conservation education and call to action program that helps keep
electric rates low. It focuses on communication and education to
help Ames become more energy smart.
Visit the
Power Watch Web page to learn to gain energy information and
learn how to take action to conserve!
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Green Choices – an
alternative energy resource development program that helps reduce
our dependence on non-renewable fossil fuels, such as coal. It also
aids in the development of a diverse mix of energy resources for
Ames.
Visit the
Green Choices Web page for the latest information about
the new efforts Ames Electric Services is exploring! |
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Efficiency Air Conditioner Rebate
– an incentive to the residential customer for properly sizing and
installing a high-efficiency air conditioner.
Download an Air
Conditioner Rebate Form by clicking
here.
NEW: The program
cap has been removed, and there is no longer a sizing
requirement. All air
conditioner rebates require the installation of a Prime Time
Power switch. |
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Residential Energy Audit – a basic energy
audit and a blower door test
to help identify areas needing improvement. The free audit
identifies how much energy homes consume and what homeowners can do
to make their homes more efficient.
Download a Residential Energy
Audit Request Form
here. |
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Commercial Efficient Lighting – an
incentive to the commercial businesses that buy and install
efficient lighting. City of Ames Electric Services is partnering
with commercial and industrial customers in an effort to reduce
electrical consumption and electric bills, in addition to reducing
the need for electric production.
Download a Commercial Efficient Lighting Rebate Form
here. NEW:
Custom lighting rebate better meets the needs of
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For more information about Smart Energy, call Energy Coordinator
Steve Wilson at 239-5177.
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