Hawaii Solar Hot Water Rebate
| Program Type | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Technologies | Solar Hot Water Heating |
| Amount | $750 instant rebate for residents |
| Required Documentation | Paperwork done by participating solar installer |
| Official Web Site | http://www.hawaiienergy.com/solar |
These rebates are offered through the Hawaii Energy Efficiency Program, a public benefit fund administered by a third-party. The incentive is a one-time $750 rebate for residents and companies that install a solar water heating system on their building. The rebate is applied automatically by a participating contractor at time of sale. The program maintains a list of participating providers at its website.
The rebate was instituted in 1996 and has helped more than 50,000 solar hot water systems get installed on the Hawaiian islands of Oahu, Maui, Lanai and Molokai. The program was managed by the utilities, but in July 2009, it was transferred to the Hawaii Energy Efficiency Program.
Under the program, installers asses a site’s hot water needs, provide a bid for the complete installation, and tell property owners what their anticipated savings will be. The program contended that homeowners can save about $10 to $15 per month per person in energy costs by using a solar hot-water heater. After the system is installed, an inspector will come out to make sure it was installed properly.
