City of Louisville Residential Rebates

For Homeowners and Ownerships up to 4 units in the City of Louisville. 

The following rebates are available to EnergySmart participants residing in the City of Louisville (sign up here). Rebates can be combined with any relevant county or utility incentive.

In order to receive a rebate residents must work with an EnergySmart advisor and pre-qualify before making a purchase or beginning a project. Additional requirements are listed at the bottom of this page.

Residents are limited to ONE $400 rebate and THREE $250 rebates per household.

To get started, contact an EnergySmart advisor at 303-544-1000 or email info@EnergySmartYes.com.

Heat Pump Rebates

“Cold Climate” Rated Ducted Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP)

Up to $400, one upgrade per household

Includes Mini-Splits Cooling & Heating units

Requirements:

  • HSPF ≥9/SEER≥15/ COP ≥ 1.75 @ 5°F
    • OR capacity @ 5◦F of at least 70% of BTU @ 47◦F
  • Must be NEEP.org certified

“Cold Climate” Rated Ductless Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP)

Up to $400, one upgrade per household

Includes Mini-Splits Cooling & Heating units

Requirements:

  • HSPF ≥10/SEER≥15/ COP ≥ 1.75 @ 5°F
    • OR capacity @ 5◦F of at least 70% of BTU @ 47◦F
  • Must be NEEP.org certified

“Non-Cold” Climate Ducted Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP)

Up to $250, limit THREE $250 rebates per household

Includes Mini-Split Cooling & Heating units

Requirements: HSPF ≥8.5/SEER ≥15

“Non-Cold” Climate Ductless Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP)

Up to $250, limit THREE $250 rebates per household

Includes Mini-Split Cooling & Heating units

Requirements: HSPF ≥8.5/SEER ≥15

Natural Gas Furnace or Boiler Removal

$500

Must be replacing furnace or boiler with air source heat pump. Requires proof of removal.

Weatherization Rebates

Attic Insulation and Air Sealing

Up to $250, limit THREE $250 rebates per household

R-60 minimum required in open attic; cathedral ceilings will vary with rafter depth. Must perform air sealing in attics prior to adding insulation.*

*Air sealing requirements include the sealing of the void directly above all accessible exterior top plates in attic space.

Wall Insulation

Up to $250, limit THREE $250 rebates per household

R-19 minimum; fill wall cavity where R-19 not possible. For solid walls such as brick or concrete, exterior rigid insulation must be added to a level of > R-10

Water Heating Rebates

ENERGY STAR Electric Heat Pump Water Heater

Up to $250, limit THREE $250 rebates per household

Must be rated minimum of 2.00 Energy Factor. See Energy Advisor for list of qualifying equipment.

Natural Gas Water Heater Removal

$250

Must be replacing gas water heater with heat pump water heater. Requires proof of removal.

Does not count towards limit of 3 $250 rebates. 

Stove Rebates

Natural Gas Stove/Cooktop Removal

$150

Must be replacing gas stove with Electric or Induction Stove. Built-in, drop-in & freestanding units only (portable stoves not eligible). Proof of purchase, plus before & after installation photos required.

A PDF of all available Louisville rebates can be found here.

• Rebates are only available to EnergySmart participants and for the measures listed. Engagement in EnergySmart and pre-project qualification must occur before purchasing an eligible appliance or completing the energy efficiency project for which a rebate is being applied for.
• Rebate funds are limited, are subject to change, and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
• The rebate award will be based on the levels published at the time that an invoice for work completed has been submitted to EnergySmart.
• All work must be completed and invoiced between September 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023 to qualify for these rebates.
• Multi-Family Units of 5 or more are not eligible for this rebate.
• Rebates cannot exceed the cost of the measure after all other rebates are applied.

• Rebates only available for projects completed at residences within the City of Louisville
• All upgrades must be for or directly benefit unit occupants. (e.g. Only upper units can receive an attic insulation rebate when applying for multiple unit rebates.
• All work must meet all applicable building or energy codes, and all required permits must be obtained. Combustion Appliance Zone (CAZ) testing must occur as a health/safety measure before and after the upgrade depending on the type of upgrade. Please feel free to speak with your Advisor about the importance of CAZ testing.

• Fuel Switching Rebates may require additional verification to ensure removal of gas systems. Please contact an Energy Advisor to discuss improvements and verification of these rebates. Invoices and pictures are part of the rebate process.

ꜝ For air source heat pump (ASHPs) a thermostatic expansion valve within the appliance is required.
* Air sealing requirements include the sealing of the void directly above all accessible exterior top plates in attic space.

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