Commercial Energy
Efficiency Program
Reduce Energy, Save Money
and Get Rebates
Georgia Power’s Commercial Energy Efficiency Program makes
incorporating energy-efficient improvements into your building
even more attractive.
Commercial customers can receive rebates to help offset the
cost of replacing older, inefficient equipment or installing highefficiency equipment during new construction. Improving your
building’s energy efficiency reduces your energy use, saving you
money year after year.
Improve Your
Bottom Line
Any new or existing Georgia Power commercial customer can take advantage of rebates for the following equipment types:
CUSTOM SAVINGS
HEATING & COOLING
Georgia Power offers rebates for capital improvements that
In Georgia, energy-efficient heating and cooling units can help
achieve verifiable energy savings. These types of projects require
keep your costs down, especially in the summer. Georgia Power
pre-approval prior to equipment purchase and often involve design
offers rebates for new high-efficiency units or to retrofit existing
engineers to determine site-specific energy savings. Example
HVAC-related equipment with variable frequency drives.
Custom Savings projects include chiller replacement or adding
energy management controls to existing equipment.
WATER HEATING & WATER
Replacing outdated electric water heating equipment with
SMALL COMMERCIAL
qualified high-efficiency electric water heaters can cut annual
Georgia Power offers rebates for equipment more commonly found
energy costs. Rebates are available for new electric storage or
in small commercial businesses. This includes new programmable
heat pump water heaters, water heater heat traps and hot water
thermostats, water heater blankets and increased rebates for
pipe insulation.
lighting upgrades. Find out if you are a Small Commercial customer
by looking at the top of the second page of your Georgia Power bill.
FOOD SERVICE & GROCERY
Georgia Power offers rebates for energy-efficient food service
LIGHTING
equipment to help customers lower their operating costs and
Interior and exterior lighting can account for as much as 40 percent
improve food production rates. Rebates are also available for
of your annual electricity costs. Georgia Power offers rebates for
commonly installed grocery equipment, including refrigerator pipe
retrofitting existing fixtures, replacing lamps and installing lighting
insulation, grocery display case LEDs, anti-sweat controls and
occupancy sensors and daylight controls.
new grocery case door gaskets.
REFLECTIVE ROOFING
A reflective roof will reduce the amount of time your air
conditioner needs to run. Georgia Power offers rebates for new
and existing buildings that install ENERGY STAR® certified
reflective roofing over conditioned space.
Custom Savings
Incentive/Unit
Unit
Incentive Cap
Eligible equipment includes but is not limited to high-efficiency chillers, Energy Management System (EMS) upgrades,
variable refrigerant flow HVAC systems, high-efficiency motors, and refrigeration systems. Custom Savings projects must
be able to show specific and verifiable energy savings compared to state and federal energy codes. Incentive applications
require pre-approval.
$0.08
kWh Reduced
$40,000 per building per year
Small Commercial*
Requirements
Incentive/Unit
Unit
High-Efficiency Lighting
Fixture and lamp replacements or retrofits that result in wattage reduction ≥ 10%. Incentive is
capped at $25,000 per building, per year, up to 50% of the project cost.
$0.40
Watts Reduced
Water Heater Blanket
≥ R-6.7 on an electric water heater that is > 5 years old and operating in an unconditioned space
$50.00
Unit
Electric Storage Water Heater
EF ≥ 0.94 and residential sized, installed at small commercial location
$40.00
Unit
Set-back Programmable Thermostat
Must have Intelligent Recovery technology and 7-day, 5-1-1, or 5-2 day programming
50% of cost, up to $100/unit
Ceiling Insulation
Existing insulation must have R-value of R-11 or less to qualify and new insulation must be R-19
or greater
50% of cost, up to $500/project
ENERGY STAR Refrigerator
≥ 7.75 cubic feet
$25.00
Unit
ENERGY STAR Room Air Conditioner
$25.00
Unit
ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer
$25.00
Unit
$20.00
Unit
ENERGY STAR Freezer
≥ 7.75 cubic feet
*To be eligible for Small Commercial rebates, the project location must be on one of the following rates: Power and Light Small, General Service, Optional General Service, Flatbill or Time of Use Energy Only.
Lighting
Requirements
Incentive/Unit
Unit
Linear Fluorescent and High-Bay Lighting
10% minimum wattage reduction
$0.20
Watts Reduced
LED Fixtures and Other Lighting
10% minimum wattage reduction and additional LED
requirements apply
$0.20
Watts Reduced
T8 LEDs (TLEDs)
Lamp replacements with TLEDs in fixtures replacing T8 or T12 lamps
$4.00
Lamp
CFL (Screw-in)
Retrofit from incandescent
$1.25
Lamp
CFL (Hardwired)
Retrofit from incandescent
$6.50
Fixture
LED (Screw-in)
Retrofit from incandescent
$9.00
Lamp
Incentive Cap
$25,000 per building per year; up
to 50% of project cost
$25,000 per building per year; up
to 50% of equipment cost
LED Exit Sign
Retrofit from incandescent or fluorescent
$7.00
Fixture
Lighting Occupancy Sensor
Mounted on wall, ceiling or fixture replacing switch or no control
$7.00
Sensor
Daylight Sensor
Hardwired photo control designed to dim or switch lamps on or off
based on ambient light levels
$25.00
Sensor
Pole-Mounted Outdoor Lighting Retrofit
Outdoor pole-mounted lighting incentives are available for metered
systems only. New construction is not eligible.
$0.20
Watts Reduced
$10,000 per building per year; up
to 50% of project cost
New Construction Lighting
Energy reduction is based on the total wattage of the interior lighting
system compared with ASHRAE 90.1 – 2007 code requirements.
Lighting power density (LPD) must be at least 10% below code levels.
$0.20
Watts Reduced
$25,000 per building
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
Requirements
Incentive/Unit
Unit
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
Incentives are only available for new VFDs installed on existing HVAC pumps,
motors or fans. Must be between 2 and 200 HP and operate for at least 1,500 hours
annually. If you have a VFD application that is on new equipment, non-HVAC
equipment or equipment above 200 HP, it may be eligible under Custom Savings.
$50.00
Horsepower
HVAC Heat Pumps
System Net Cooling Capacity
Requirements
Incentive/Ton
< 65,000 Btu/h
Split System: 14.0 SEER; 12.0 EER; 8.5 HSPF / Single Package: 14.0 SEER; 11.6 EER; 8.0 HSPF
$40.00
≥ 65,000 Btu/h and < 135,000 Btu/h
11.3 EER; 11.4 IEER; 3.4/2.4 COP
$40.00
≥ 135,000 Btu/h and < 240,000 Btu/h
10.9 EER; 11.0 IEER; 3.2/2.1 COP
$40.00
≥ 240,000 Btu/h
10.3 EER; 10.4 IEER; 3.2/2.1 COP
$40.00
< 65,000 Btu/h
Split System: 15.0 SEER; 12.5 EER; 9.0 HSPF / Single Package: 15.0 SEER, 12.0 EER, 8.5 HSPF
$60.00
≥ 65,000 Btu/h and < 135,000 Btu/h
11.3 EER; 12.3 IEER; 3.4/2.4 COP
$60.00
≥ 135,000 Btu/h and < 240,000 Btu/h
10.9 EER; 11.9 IEER; 3.2/2.1 COP
$60.00
≥ 240,000 Btu/h
10.3 EER; 10.9 IEER; 3.2/2.1 COP
$60.00
HVAC Air Conditioner
System Net Cooling Capacity
Requirements
Incentive/Ton
< 65,000 Btu/h
Split System: 14.0 SEER; 12.0 EER / Single Package: 14.0 SEER; 11.6 EER
$20.00
≥ 65,000 Btu/h and < 135,000 Btu/h
11.7 EER; 11.8 IEER
$20.00
≥ 135,000 Btu/h and < 240,000 Btu/h
11.7 EER; 11.8 IEER
$20.00
≥ 240,000 Btu/h and < 760,000 Btu/h
10.5 EER; 10.6 IEER
$20.00
≥ 760,000 Btu/h
9.9 EER; 10.0 IEER
$20.00
< 65,000 Btu/h
Split System: 15.0 SEER; 12.5 EER / Single Package: 15.0 SEER; 12.0 EER
$30.00
≥ 65,000 Btu/h and < 135,000 Btu/h
12.2 EER; 14.0 IEER
$30.00
≥ 135,000 Btu/h and < 240,000 Btu/h
12.2 EER; 13.2 IEER
$30.00
≥ 240,000 Btu/h and < 760,000 Btu/h
10.8 EER; 12.3 IEER
$30.00
≥ 760,000 Btu/h
10.4 EER; 11.6 IEER
$30.00
Water Source Heat Pump
Requirements
Incentive/Ton
< 135,000 Btu/h
14.0 EER; 4.6 COP
$50.00
Water Heating and Water Equipment
Requirements
Incentive/Unit
Unit
Electric Storage Water Heater
EF ≥ 0.94 Residential water heater installed in commercial location
$40.00
Unit
Heat Pump Water Heater
EF > 2.20
$250.00
Unit
Pipe Insulation
> 1” thickness, electric water heating system
$1.00
Linear Foot
Water Heater Heat Exchanger
Minimum water temperature difference of 80°F
$150.00
System
Water Heater Heat Trap
Electric water heating system
$25.00
Trap
Irrigation System
Permanent, solid set or portable hand move
$25.00
Irrigation System
Food Service and Grocery
Requirements
Incentive/Unit
Unit
Commercial Dishwasher
ENERGY STAR certified
$250.00
Unit
Low-Temperature Stationary Commercial Dishwasher
ENERGY STAR certified
$25.00
Unit
Commercial Refrigerator or Freezer
ENERGY STAR certified
$75.00
Unit
Commercial Ice Machine (101–500 lbs ice/day)
ENERGY STAR certified or CEE qualified
$50.00
Unit
Commercial Ice Machine (501–1,000 lbs ice/day)
ENERGY STAR certified or CEE qualified
$100.00
Unit
Commercial Ice Machine (> 1,000 lbs ice/day)
ENERGY STAR certified or CEE qualified
$150.00
Unit
Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Control
Control system must be used in conjunction with variable speed controls and be
equipped with sensors
$200.00
Exhaust Fan HP
Commercial Refrigeration Pipe Insulation for Bare Suction Lines
R-4 insulation
$0.50
Linear Foot
Electric Fryer
ENERGY STAR certified
$75.00
Vat
Electric Griddle
ENERGY STAR certified
$50.00
Unit
Electric Steam Cooker
ENERGY STAR certified
$150.00
Unit
Grocery Anti-Sweat Control
Must be able to reduce or turn off anti-sweat heaters
$15.00
Door
Refrigerated Vending Machine Control
Installed on refrigerated vending machine
$50.00
Unit
Grocery Case Door Gaskets
Replacements only
$2.00
Linear Foot
Grocery Display Case LED Lighting
Must be ≥ 46” strip LED fixtures installed on both sides of the door. Additional LED
requirements apply.
$30.00
Door
ENERGY STAR Insulated Holding Cabinet
1/2 Size
$200.00
Unit
ENERGY STAR Insulated Holding Cabinet
3/4 Size
$250.00
Unit
ENERGY STAR Insulated Holding Cabinet
Full Size
$300.00
Unit
Reflective Roofing
Requirements
Incentive/Unit
Unit
Incentive Cap
Reflective Roofing Material
ENERGY STAR certified reflective roofing material installed over
conditioned space.
$0.05
Square Foot
$10,000 per building per year
BENEFITS FOR
YOUR BUILDING
1. E nergy-efficient technologies reduce your energy use and
minimize costs.
2. Investments in energy efficiency offer a fast return, often
paying for themselves within a few years.
3. Energy-efficient equipment streamlines operations, enhancing
workplace productivity and improving employee comfort.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
First identify what energy improvements are right for you. If you are not sure where to
begin, find a participating Trade Ally through the “Locate a Contractor” option on the
Georgia Power Commercial Energy Efficiency Program website. You can also request a
free Georgia Power energy audit at www.georgiapower.com/business/programs-andservices/energy-audit.cshtml.
For lighting, heating and cooling, reflective roofing, food service/grocery and water
heating equipment, apply up to 90 days after installation of your new equipment.
For Custom Savings applications, an online application with all required documents
must be submitted before equipment is purchased in order to initiate the
pre-approval process.
Visit www.georgiapowerrebates.com/commercial to register and complete the online
application. Be sure to include these supporting documents:
• Manufacturers’ spec sheet
• Signed W9
• Itemized invoice
• Georgia Power bill or account number
Applications must be submitted 90 days from completion date. You will have another
30 days to submit all required documents.
If you would like assistance with the application or in determining your rebate
eligibility, we have a team ready to help.
Get Started Now!
Apply online at www.georgiapower.com/commercialsavings
Email [email protected]
Call 1-877-310-5607
“Because of the changing healthcare environment, we have
to be more efficient in how we do business. By reducing our
operating costs, we can put the dollars that are saved back into
initiatives focused on patient care.”
—Sarah Peek, Emory University Hospital Midtown
Rebates Received: $28,305
“Every school system should look into Georgia Power’s
Commercial Energy Efficiency Program. The customer service
and savings make the whole process easy and worthwhile.”
—Mike Beers, Carroll County Public Schools
Rebates Received: $65,000
“Georgia Power worked with us from start to finish to get
everything done, review the upgrades and provide our
incentive money. I felt like I had a partner, not somebody
selling me on something and leaving me to do it myself.”
—Verlin Reece, Quality Foods
Rebates Received: $30,840
“The trick is finding a common ground where you can make
it a better place for your employees to work. And to
save money.”
—Chris Cunningham, WifeSaver
Rebates Received: $7,598
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