Recharge Colorado
| Program Type | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Technologies | Photovoltaics (solar energy) |
| Amount | $1.50 per watt for the first 3kW |
| Required Documentation | Rebate Application, Affidavit of residency, a BPI or RESNET certified auditor must perform a walkthrough energy audit of the property |
| Official Web Site | http://rechargecolorado.com/index.php/energy_action_planner/find_rebates_details/?incentive_id=211&zip_code=80219 |
The rebate is for new photovoltaic (PV) installations using new equipment only—no recycled solar materials, system expansions, or add-ons are eligible. A walk-through audit is required in order to apply for the rebate; however, new construction that obtains ENERGY STAR New Home certification or has a rating of no more than 80 HERs (a Home Energy Rating that indexes how energy efficient a home is: the lower the score, the better) will be exempt from the walk-through.
Homeowners can get paid $1.50 per watt, for the first 3,000 watts generated, which comes to $4,500. However, you can apply for other local rebates as well, which can net a total of $3 per watt (including the Recharge rebate). Unfortunately, the fund that Recharge draws from, money from The American Reinvestment and Recovery Act, is a finite source, so apply as soon as possible. Once the funds run out, the rebate may be discontinued unless other funds are introduced.
Customers must choose one of the approved contractors from the GEO Service Provider Database. Your contractor, not you, has to submit the application on your behalf.
Your contractor has a deadline of six months to complete the installation after applying for Recharge. If the installation is completed by the deadline, your contractor must submit the final paperwork for payment.
