City of Palo Alto Utilities - Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
Administered by: Utility Marketing Services
Quick Summary
This program is for commercial and industrial businesses served by City of Palo Alto Utilities, not residential homeowners. If you own a business in Palo Alto, you can receive rebates for upgrading to efficient equipment like LED lighting, heat pumps, water heaters, refrigeration, and other qualifying systems. You must apply and receive approval before purchasing equipment, and a pre-installation inspection is required.
AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026
Program Details
- Program ID
- 1684
- Last Updated
- 6/2/2025
Eligibility
Program Summary
City of Palo Alto Utilities, through the Business Customer Rebates program, provides incentives for commercial customers to replace old equipment with new, more efficient equipment. Eligible businesses must receive electric service from the CPAU. In order to receive a rebate, your application must be accepted before purchasing your equipment in addition to a pre-installation site inspection. More information, including a list of qualifying products, specifications, and forms, can be found here. City of Palo Alto Utilities also offers commercial water programs to help with the reduction of water usage.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.