Rebates for Businesses
Rebate offerings are dependent on available funding. Amounts and offerings may change at any time. Rebate amount is determined by the values listed on the RCEA webpage on the date a complete rebate reservation form is received (optional) or a complete application and all supplemental documents are received. (Updated July 1, 2023)
Energy Efficient Upgrades Pay Off
Increasing the energy efficiency of your business saves energy, money, and helps create a more sustainable future for Humboldt County and the world. RCEA offers rebates to businesses to help offset the cost of upgrading old, inefficient equipment. If you don’t see rebates you are looking for or you have already started doing upgrades, you should contact us because you may still quality for rebates.
Contact one of our Energy Advisors to discuss RCEA Rebates or learn about additional services RCEA can provide.
To reach an Energy Advisor:
- Call (707) 269-1700
- Submit an Interest Form
- Solicitud del Programa de Soluciones Energeticas
- Email rebates@redwoodenergy.org
Details
- Rebates are first-come, first-served while funding lasts.
- Rebates are subject to change at any time.
- The rebate amounts listed below are for current RCEA electric customers.
- Rebate awards are determined by the rebate amount listed below on the date your complete application and supplemental questionnaire with verification (when required) are received.
- Used or rebuilt equipment is not eligible.
- Replacement of an existing unit is not required except for Equipment Electrification rebates.
- You have the option to reserve your Equipment Rebate for 30 days by submitting the Equipment Rebate Reservation Form. Rebate reservations will honor the rebate award listed on the date of your reservation is made.
- If you are not an RCEA customer or you are installing equipment other than what is listed below, please speak with an RCEA Energy Advisor to learn about other potential rebates.
RCEA Commercial Rebate Catalog – 2023
Unless otherwise stated, rebates are available without requiring replacement of existing equipment, such as for new construction or expansion.
How to Apply
Terms and Conditions for Rebates
Eligibility Criteria
To ensure rebate eligibility, review the eligibility criteria listed below for equipment before purchase. For questions about equipment eligibility, contact RCEA at rebates@redwoodenergy.org or 707-269-1700.
Optional Equipment Rebate Reservation
- If you would like to reserve your rebate for 30 days, fill out the Equipment Rebate Reservation
- Please submit it via email to rebates@redwoodenergy.orgor mail to Redwood Coast Energy Authority, Attn: Equipment Rebates, 633 3rd Street, Eureka, CA 95501.
Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire– Required for Equipment Electrification Rebates
Equipment Rebate Application Process
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Complete, sign, and submit the Equipment Rebate Application through our website.
- Please upload a photo or scanned copy of your paid invoice/receipt listing the equipment purchased, quantities, cost, and date with your application submission.
- If you are replacing a natural gas or propane unit you must also fill out the Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire, save it to your computer, and upload it with your application.
- If you have questions or need clarification, please email rebates@redwoodenergy.org
- You will receive email confirmation that your submission was received within 3 business days. You will be notified of any missing information or documentation required to complete your submission.
- Once your application is approved you will receive a confirmation email along with confirmation of the total rebate amount.
- Rebate payments will be made by check and will be issued within 30 business days following application approval.
Alternative submission options
- Customers may download a PDF version of the application, fill it out/ sign, and submit it via email to rebates@redwoodenergy.org or mail to 633 3rd Street, Eureka, CA 95501. Be sure to include a copy of your invoice/receipt and the Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire if you are replacing a natural gas or propane unit.
- Customers may also call RCEA at 707-269-1700 to request a paper Rebate Application.
Formularios en español
Equipment Electrification
Rebates in this section will require submission of the Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire.
Convection Oven, Fuel Electrification
Requirements:
- Replacing natural gas cooking equipment
- California Energy Commission certified or ENERGY STAR certified commercial Equipment: www.energystar.gov
| Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|
| Convection Oven, Electric, Half Size | $ 500 | FS022A |
| Convection Oven, Electric, Full Size | $1000 | FS022B |
Fryer, Electrification
Requirements:
- Replacing natural gas cooking equipment
- Energy Star certified: www.energystar.gov
| Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|
| Fryer, Electrification | $4,000 | FS021A |
Food Service
Upgrade your commercial kitchen to save energy and achieve peak performance.
Dishwashers
General Requirements
- ENERGY STAR certified: www.energystar.gov
| Description | Max Water Consumption (gal/rack) | Max Idle Energy Rate (kW) | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Door Type, Energy Star Tier 2, High-Temperature | 0.76 | 0.55 | $5,000 | FS002A |
| Door Type, Energy Star Tier 2, Low-Temperature Chemical Sanitizing | 1.00 | 0.30 | $1,700 | FS002B |
| Door Type, Energy Star Tier 1, High-Temperature | 0.89 | 0.55 | $1,000 | FS002C |
| Door Type, Energy Star Tier 1, Low-Temperature Chemical Sanitizing | 1.18 | 0.3 | $250 | FS002D |
| Undercounter, Energy Star Tier 1, High-Temperature | 0.86 | 0.3 | $1,300 | FS018A |
| Undercounter, Energy Star Tier 1, Low-Temp Chemical Sanitizing | 1.19 | 0.25 | $1,000 | FS018C |
| Undercounter, Energy Star Tier 2, High-Temp Chemical Sanitizing | 0.73 | 0.3 | $1,100 | FS018B |
| Undercounter, Energy Star Tier 2, Low-Temp Chemical Sanitizing | 1.01 | 0.25 | $800 | FS018D |
Ice Machines
General Requirements:
- ENERGY STAR certified: www.energystar.gov
- The entire AHRI-tested ice-making system must be purchased
- Remote machines must be purchased with qualifying remote condenser or remote condenser/compressor unit
- Water-cooled ice machines are not eligible
| Description | Description | Size (lbs/day) | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batch or Continuous Type | Self-Contained | < 110 | $ 150 | FS006A |
| 110 – 119 | $ 200 | FS006B | ||
| ≥ 200 | $ 250 | FS006C | ||
| Ice Maker Head | < 300 | $ 200 | FS006D | |
| 300 – 799 | $ 300 | FS006E | ||
| 800 – 1,499 | $ 450 | FS006F | ||
| ≥ 1,500 | $ 550 | FS006G | ||
| Remote Condensing Unit | < 988 | $ 400 | FS006H | |
| ≥ 988 | $ 550 | FS006I |
Refrigeration
Refrigerators and Freezers
General Requirements:
- Must be ENERGY STAR certified: www.energystar.gov
- Units with remote refrigeration systems do not qualify
| Description | Size | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach-in Freezer, Glass Door | < 15 Cubic Feet | $ 70 | CR018I |
| 15 – 29 Cubic Feet | $ 150 | CR018J | |
| 30 – 49 Cubic Feet | $ 350 | CR018K | |
| > 50 Cubic Feet | $ 600 | CR018L | |
| Reach-in Freezer, Solid Door | < 15 Cubic Feet | $ 100 | CR018M |
| 15 – 29 Cubic Feet | $ 450 | CR018N | |
| 30 – 49 Cubic Feet | $ 600 | CR018O | |
| > 50 Cubic Feet | $ 750 | CR018P | |
| Reach-in Refrigerator, Glass Door | <15 Cubic Feet | $ 40 | CR018A |
| 15 – 29 Cubic Feet | $ 250 | CR018B | |
| 30 – 49 Cubic Feet | $ 500 | CR018C | |
| > 50 Cubic Feet | $ 850 | CR018D | |
| Reach-in Refrigerator, Solid Door | <15 Cubic Feet | $ 200 | CR018E |
| 15 – 29 Cubic Feet | $ 250 | CR018F | |
| 30 – 49 Cubic Feet | $ 300 | CR018G | |
| > 50 Cubic Feet | $ 400 | CR018H |
Efficient Agricultural Ventilation Fan
Efficient Agricultural Ventilation Fan
General Requirements:
- High performance conveyor toaster with an energy per sandwich less than or equal to 3.75 Watt/bun
- Fan must have been tested by Bioenvironmental and Structural Systems Laboratory (BESS Lab) ventilation fan testing facility at the University of Illinois: www.bess.illionois.edu/
- Must meet the minimum allowable cfm/W in the table below
| Description | Size | Min CFM/W | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Efficient Ag Ventilation fan | 24-26 inch | 14 | $ 250 | PR001A |
| 36 inch | 20.4 | $ 150 | PR001B | |
| 48 inch | 21.9 | $ 50 | PR001C |
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Upgrade Your HVAC for Comfort, Lower Costs, and Cleaner Energy
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) consumes approximately 40% of a building’s electricity. In fact, it’s one of the most significant factors in the operating expenses of a business, but you can save big with energy-efficient upgrades. You’ll also be creating a more comfortable, pleasant, and productive work environment for your employees to do what they do best.
Hot Water – Heat Pumps
Energy-efficient heat pump water heaters can help commercial customers and multifamily buildings save energy and save money over the lifetime of the system.
