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There are many programs and financial incentives that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency available nationally. Following is an overview of available incentives.

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UTILITY RATE DISCOUNTS

A few utilities offer rate discounts to encourage residential energy efficiency. For homes that meet certain energy efficiency criteria, such as those establilshed by the federal Energy Star program, the owner or tenant is awarded a discount on his or her electric bills.

 

REBATE PROGRAMS

States, utilities and a few local governments offer rebates to promote the installation of energy efficiency projects. The majority of rebate programs are administered by states, municipal utilities and electric cooperatives.

 

CORPORATE TAX INCENTIVES

Corporate tax incentives include tax credits, deductions and exemptions. These incentives are available in some states to corporations that purchase and install eligible energy efficiency equipment, or to construct green buildings.

 

GREEN BUILDING INCENTIVES

Green buildings are designed and constructed using practices and materials that minimize the impacts of the building on the environment and human health. Many cities and counties offer financial incentives to promote green building. The most common form of incentive is a reduction or waiver of a building permit fee.

 

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DESIGN LIGHTS CONSORTIUM (DLC) LISTED

Signs Plus' Optec Series LED Lighting solid state lightinig products listed with thte DLC qualify with various rebate and financial incentive programs sponsored by a collaboration of utilities and efficiency programs.

 

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