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Weatherization Rebate
Our Weatherization Rebate Program is an innovative approach to improving the energy efficiency of Riverside’s businesses. The program is open to all RPU commercial electric customers.
Rebates are available for attic and exterior wall insulation, whole building fans, attic fans (solar and electric), window film, and Cool Roof coatings or products installed on commercial buildings.
What are the Weatherization Program benefits?
By utilizing one, or combinations of, the qualifying conservation efforts, you can greatly increase the energy efficiency of your business and reduce overall energy consumption.
What qualifies for a rebate, and what are the rebate amounts?
Conservation Measure |
Minimum |
Rating Rebate |
| Attic Insulation* | R-19 | 10¢ per sq. ft. |
| Attic Insulation* | R-30 or R-38+ | 15¢ or 20¢ per sq. ft. |
| Exterior Wall Insulation* | R-13+ | 15¢ per sq. ft. |
| Whole Building Fan | Installation will not count towards purchase price | $100 (limit 1) |
| Solar-Powered Attic Fan | Installation will not count towards purchase price | $100 (limit 2) |
| Electric Attic Vent Fan | Installation will not count towards purchase price | $50 (limit 2) |
| Cool Roof (coatings or products) | Energy Star-Rated, Title 24 or CRRC energy savings rated | $0.20 per sq. ft. |
| Windows/Glass Doors | Energy Star-Rated | $1 per sq. ft. |
| Window Film | NFRC certified | $1 per sq. ft. |
| Solar Window Screen | SHGC of .40 or less | $1 per sq. ft. |
*Rebates will be calculated for nearest R-value
Rebate amount cannot exceed $25,000 for Flat rate customers, $50,000 for Demand customers, and $100,000 for Time of Use (TOU) customers. In addition, rebates cannot exceed 50% of the project costs. Customers are limited to one capped rebate per program per fiscal year per premise.
Current building code compliance, the choice of improvements, the selection of dealers, the purchase of items and acceptance of materials used, work performed and the payments thereof are the customer's responsibility.
Riverside Public Utilities reserves the right to determine eligibility and modify or discontinue this program without prior notice at its discretion. Program is subject to fund availability.