Residential Rebates

Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate

 Rebate values:

Induction Range or Cooktop Application

Rebate Value: $50

Heat Pump Water Heater Application

Rebate value: $500

An incentive to the residential customer for installing a high-efficiency air conditioner, ground-source heat pump, or air-source heat pump.

Air Source Heat Pump Rebate

• 17.2 SEER2+ or for Energy Star Cold Climate certified models: $1,200
• 15.2 to 17.1 SEER2: $600

(max $500 for mini-split units)

Geothermal Heat Pump Rebate

• If unit is not EnergyStar®: $800/ton
• EnergyStar® models: $1,000/ton
• Equipment replacement (with no new wells): $400/ton

Central Air Conditioner Rebate

• 17.2 SEER2+: $200

Smart Thermostat Rebate

• $25 per thermostat, limit 1 per dwelling unit

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Attic insulation reduces energy bills by holding cool air inside in the summer and warm air inside in the winter.

Attic Insulation

• Up to $250 based on calculated metric.

Please contact Energy Services with questions or for details. 

EV charging installed at your residence can provide you with sustainable transportation and reduce your environmental footprint.

Rebates for Level 2 Electric Vehicle Chargers.

EV Charger Rebate Application

• Cost of charger & installation: Up to $500

Guide to installing an EV charger system on your property

Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Application 

Battery Electric Lawn Mowers Only: $50

Photovoltaic panels installed on the roof of your home can provide you with green energy and reduce your electric bill.

Photovoltaic Rebate Application

Rebate value: $500 per installed kW (DC)

Guide to installing solar panels in Ames

Rebate Value: $3,000

Rebates for energy-efficient new residential construction. Call 515-239-5177 to learn more about the efficient construction rebate and request an application form. 

NOTE: Apartments do not qualify for this program. Rebates are for efficient, detached single-family dwellings only.

The City of Ames Electric Services offers a voluntary monthly contribution program, which funds accelerated development of renewable energy resources. A voluntary contribution check-off is available to each customer via their monthly bill in the amounts of $2, $5, $10, or a designated amount, per month. Money will continue to be collected until the customer notifies the City of Ames Electric Services of their wish to stop the contribution, or the customer account is terminated.

Customers can also make a one-time donation for a minimum of $5.00.

Call 515-239-5177 for more information about the Green Choices Program.

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.

Enter your audit request online.

You can also use this free guide(PDF, 472KB) to do your own home energy audit.

Weatherization and energy payment assistance are available through the Iowa Department of Human Rights. Weatherization services provided may include insulation; heating system tuning, repairs, or replacement; or installation of efficient lighting.

Learn about the Iowa Department of Human Rights weatherization and energy payment assistance.