Energy Smart - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program (19 Municipalities)
Administered by: Franklin Energy
Quick Summary
If you're a residential customer of one of 19 participating Michigan municipal utilities, you can earn rebates on energy-efficient upgrades like ENERGY STAR refrigerators, heat pump water heaters, thermostats, and air conditioners by purchasing qualifying products that meet program standards. Start by signing up for a free virtual energy assessment (available in select cities) to get personalized recommendations and a list of available rebates, then download your city's application form from mienergysmart.com or call 877-674-7281 to apply. You can also earn $50 for proper disposal of old refrigerators, $15 for room A/C units, and $15 for dehumidifiers.
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Program Details
- Program ID
- 3947
- Last Updated
- 5/22/2024
Eligibility
Program Summary
Franklin Energy Services has partnered with the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA), which is made up of 19 municipal utilities, to offer the Energy Smart Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program. Residential electric customers served by one of the 19 participating utilities are eligible for rebates on energy efficient upgrades. Purchased products must meet program standards in order to receive rebates, please refer to the Program Application for all equipment requirements and guidelines. The Energy Smart Program also offers rebates for the pickup and proper disposal of inefficient, yet still working, refrigerators ($50), room A/C units ($15), and dehumidifiers ($15). Application forms for each utility may be found on the program web site (mienergysmart.com). Please call 877-NRG-SAV1 (877-674-7281) for further information about the Energy Smart Program. The following utilities participate: City of Charlevoix Chelsea Electric Department Croswell Light and Power Department City of Dowagiac City of Eaton Rapids City of Escanaba Harbor Springs Hart Hydro-Electric Village of Paw Paw City of Petoskey Portland Light and Power Board City of Sebewaing City of St. Louis City of Sturgis City of Wakefield Zeeland Board of Public Works
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.