Black Hills Energy - Commercial Energy Efficiency Programs
Administered by Black Hills Energy
Commercial and industrial customers in South Dakota and Weston County, Wyoming can receive rebates from Black Hills Energy for installing energy-efficient equipment such as LED lighting, HVAC systems (including heat pumps and air conditioners), controls, and sensors. The rebate amounts depend on the efficiency level of the equipment installed and the energy savings achieved, with both prescriptive (fixed) and custom rebate options available. To apply, visit Black Hills Energy's website or contact the utility directly with your project details.
Black Hills Energy offers commercial rebate opportunities for your customers through both prescriptive and custom rebate pathways, covering a broad range of measures including lighting retrofits, HVAC upgrades, building controls, and refrigeration equipment. Custom rebates are calculated based on the cost difference between standard and high-efficiency equipment plus projected energy savings, allowing flexibility for diverse project types. Applications are available online or through printable forms, and the utility recommends contacting them directly to understand specific requirements and guidelines for your customer's project.
Black Hills Energy administers prescriptive and custom rebate programs for commercial and industrial customers in South Dakota and Weston County, Wyoming, covering lighting, HVAC, controls, and other approved energy-efficiency measures. Custom rebate calculations are based on incremental equipment cost and energy savings analysis, enabling projects beyond prescriptive offerings. The program is delivered directly through the utility via online applications and downloadable forms, with program staff available to review project-specific requirements and approve custom measures.
Program details
- Program ID
- 3154
- Last updated
- 6/18/2025
Eligibility
- Sectors
- commercial industrial
- Technologies
- lighting lighting controls/sensors heat pumps air conditioners programmable thermostats energy mgmt. systems/building controls doors custom/others pending approval led lighting commercial refrigeration equipment hvac
Program summary
Black Hills Energy provides prescriptive rebates for its commercial customers who install energy efficient equipment. Custom rebates for approved measures are also available. The custom rebate amount is based on the cost difference between standard and high efficiency equipment and systems, as well as the amount of energy saved. For more information on specific program requirements, guidelines, and applications, visit Black Hills Energy's website or contact the utility directly.
Contact & resources
- Contact email
- don.martinez@blackhillscorp.com
- Additional resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.