Residential Programs

Rebates for efficient appliances including refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, electric dryers, dehumidifiers, dishwashers. Appliances must be EnergyStar® certified to qualify.

Rebate value:

Induction Range or Cooktop Application
Rebate value: $50

Heat Pump Water Heater Application
Rebate value: $400

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

Rebate value:

$1,000 for 17.2 SEER or better, or for Energy Star Cold Climate certified models

$500 for 15.2 to 17.1 SEER

(max $500 for mini-split units)

Rebate value: $400 per ton, $500 per ton for EnergyStar®
Geothermal units

Rebate is $200 per ton for geothermal equipment replacement (with no new wells)

Rebate value: $400 for 17.2 SEER or better, $200 for 15.2 to 17.1 SEER

Rebate value: $25

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Rebates for Level 2 Electric Vehicle Chargers.

Rebate value: Up to $500

Electric Lawn Mower Rebate Application

Rebate value: $50

Battery Electric Lawn Mowers Only

Photovoltaic panels installed on the roof of your home can provide you green energy and reduce your electric bill. Click here for a guide to permits and applications required to install a solar energy system on your property.

Rebate value: $100 per installed kW (dc)

Rebates for energy-efficient new residential construction. Call 515.239.5177 to learn more about the efficient construction rebate and request an application form. Rebate Value: $3,000

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.

Click here to 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.

Click here to learn about the Iowa Department of Human Rights weatherization and energy payment assistance.