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Home My WebLink AboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 05/19/2009 - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 062, 2009, AMENDING ITEM NUMBER: 21 AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY DATE: May 19, 2009 FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL STAFF: Steve Catanach Brian Janonis SUBJECT First Reading of Ordinance No. 062, 2009, Amending Chapter 26, Article VI of the City Code Relating to Net Metered Electric Service. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends adoption of this Ordinance on First Reading. Both the Electric Board and Natural Resources Advisory Board voted unanimously to approve the recommendations. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The proposed addition to Chapter 26,Article VI the City Code defines the net metering requirements for qualifying renewable generation facilities. In light of recent technological and legislative developments, the City of Fort Collins intends to formalize its net metering program. Pursuant to a pilot program, the City of Fort Collins has offered net metering services to its customers since 2005 through special services contracts. The intent of this amendment to the City Code is to codify the net metering rate in the Utility's existing rates. BACKGROUND Over the course of several years, staff has developed a net metering program to establish a standard approach to allow customers to generate renewable energy and use that energy to reduce energy purchased from the City. A pilot program was established in 2005 and the City currently has 32 participating customers. Net metering is defined as provision of service to a customer that has a qualifying renewable generation resource where the energy generated by that customer that is delivered to the local electric distribution grid is used to offset energy provided by the electric distribution utility to that customer over a defined period of time. Chart 1 is a graphic representation of a net metering service. May 19, 2009 -2- Item No. 21 5 kW Solar Plant m t 3 Y ]Ol Jn !tl IDS 4 Yry Fn ' JJ Mq Np \hf / IM pe \ I Month —kWh Use — kWh Generated —•Net Usage Chart 1. — Sample net metering service for a residential customer with a 5 kW qualifying system The solid line in the graph represents a residential customer's annual electrical consumption. The dashed line represents generation from a 5 kilowatt solar array and the dashed-dotted line represents the net energy delivered to the customer or back to the utility over the course of the year. Under a net metering service rate the customer's generation would directly, offset their usage between monthly billing cycles. Any excess generation delivered back to the utility will be credited to the customer and applied towards subsequent bills. For example,the customer above generated excess energy in March, April, May, June and October. The excess energy generated will be credited towards the usage amount shown on the customer's bills in subsequent months,effectively reducing subsequent utility bills. At the end of the year, should the customer have generated more energy than they received, the utility will buy back the excess energy. May 19, 2009 -3- Item No. 21 Table 1. - Sample net metering service for a residential customer with 5 kW qualifying system Month Bill kWh Use kWh Gen Net New Bill Jan $ 52.53 748 562 186 $ 16.01 Feb $ 55.59 795 561 234 $ 19.14 Mar $ 45.43 639 656 (17) $ 3.91 Apr $ 40.17 558 643 (85) $ 3.91 May $ 37.95 524 669 (145) $ 3.91 Jun $ 43.79 614 666 52 $ 3.91 Jul $ 55.69 797 672 - $ 3.91 Aug $ 59.00 848 685 - $ 3.91 Se $ 52.08 741 649 81 $ 9.17 Oct $ 40.22 559 640 (81) $ 3.91 Nov $ 42.82 599 508 10 $ 4.55 Dec $ 53.01 756 531 225 $ 18.51 Totals $ 578.27 8,177 7,442 735 $ 94.74 Table 1 is an example of how the customer with a 5 kilowatt system would have been billed during the year. As noted, the customer was a net generator between March and June which offset purchases during July and August. In October, the customer generated 81 kilowatts-hours which offset all but 10 kilowatt-hours in November. The$3.91 charge shown during months where energy was either negative or zero is the Fort Collins Utilities standard fixed charge,which covers a portion of the costs incurred through meter reading, customer service and billing functions. The Service Charge is levied whether any energy is consumed or not. If the modeled customer had been a net generator over the course of the year as shown in Table 2, which models installation of a 7 kilowatt system for the same customer,then the Utility would have "balanced the books"at the end of the year and paid the customer for the excess energy at a rate per kilowatt hour consistent with the energy rate paid by that customer. Table 2. - Sample net metering service for a residential customer with 7 kW qualifying system Month Bill kWh Use kWh Gen Net New Bill Jan $ 52.53 748 756 8 $ 3.91 Feb $ 55.59 795 715 80 $ 9.13 Mar $ 45.43 639 889 250 $ 3.91 Apr $ 40.17 558 849 291 $ 3.91 May $ 37.95 524 885 361 $ 3.91 Jun $ 43.79 614 883 269 $ 3.91 Jul $ 55.69 797 898 101 $ 3.91 Aug $ 59.00 848 903 55) $ 3.91 Se $ 52.08 741 871 130 $ 3.91 Oct $ 40.22 559 1 848 289 $ 3.91 Nov $ 42.82 599 686 87) $ 3.91 Dec $ 53.01 756 710 - $ 3.91 Totals $ 578.27 8,177 9,893 (1,716) 52.14 May 19, 2009 -4- Item No. 21 Under the State's net metering statute,regulated utilities are required to buy back excess generation at the end of the year at the average incremental cost. This is equivalent to the Platte River wholesale rate of$0.0177 per kilowatt-hour. The statute states that municipally owned utilities "shall credit excess generation to the customer-generator in a manner deemed appropriate by the municipally owned utility." In order to provide a strong incentive to help facilitate the installation and development of renewable resources,the Electric Board,Natural Resources Advisory Board and staff recommend that the City purchase the excess energy generated at the retail energy rate for the specific customer's rate class. In the example above, the customer is billed under the Residential energy rate. The rate has a$3.91 fixed charge and a$0.06498 per kilowatt-hour charge. At the end of the annual billing period the 1,716 kilowatt-hours of excess energy generated by the customer would have been purchased for $111.51. Please note that in the examples above, the more significant savings realized by the customer is through the offset energy not used over the course of the year, not the realized gain at the end of the year. A State statute requires utilities to provide net metering up to 10 kilowatts for residential and 25 kilowatts for commercial/industrial customers. The Electric Board, Natural Resources Advisory Board and staff recommend that the City establish a level of 1 megawatt (1,000 kilowatts) as the adopted maximum. Above 1,000 kilowatts net metering may still apply, but will have to be discussed with the customer in association with Platte River's Tariff 3. Tariff 3 addresses generation above 1,000 kilowatts and the potential need for ancillary services such as back-up capacity, metering, system protection, operational coordination, voltage support and reporting must be addressed. An installation above 1,000 kilowatts will not necessarily be excluded from net metering but additional'coordination must be addressed. The Cities of Longmont and Loveland have both adopted rates that provide net metering up to 50 kilowatts. Longmont purchases the excess generation at the customer's retail rate and Loveland purchases it at its avoided cost of$0.021 per kilowatt-hour. The Town of Estes Park has adopted 10 kW for residential and 25 kW for commercial customers, as established in the State legislation. Estes Park buys back the excess generation at the end of the year for its avoided cost of$0.021 per kilowatt-hour. During the January 13, 2009 work session, Council asked what other utilities are doing in support of renewable generation development including net metering,excess generation purchases,rebates and REC purchases. The attached map (Attachment 1) indicates which states have adopted net metering requirements,which states have voluntary programs and which states have no net metering policy. As seen, 40 states and Washington DC have adopted a net metering policy. The limits established vary widely. The lowest limits shown on the map are those legislated by Colorado for municipalities and cooperatives. The largest levels are those states that have no established maximum. The attached table (Attachment 2) provides additional detail on each of the state programs along with monthly and annual compensation. As shown, the level of reimbursement for excess energy generated varies widely. Some states buy back at retail levels, other at the avoided generation costs and others do not purchase excess energy at the end of the year but instead simply reset the level to zero. Attachment 3 is a list of the incentives for renewables and energy efficiency programs offered by utilities, municipalities, and private entities within the State of Colorado. The information was found at www.dsireusa.org, which provides an extensive database of federal, state and local May 19, 2009 -5- Item No. 21 incentives for renewables and efficiency. Programs offered both throughout the state and the nation vary widely. The net metering statute also requires municipalities to adopt and post interconnection standards that are functionally similar to those adopted by the Public Utilities Commission. The City's Interconnection requirements were developed utilizing the International Electronic and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) standard 1547,approved in June 2003,as a model. The PUC requirements were also developed utilizing IEEE 1547. Additionally,Utility engineers are currently working with Dr. Keith Malmedal and Dr. P.K. Sen of NEI Inc. to revise the Utilities existing interconnection standards. This work will also include an analysis of the level of risk different sizes and types of installations pose to the operations of neighboring customers and the type of protection that should be provided to insure that there is no negative impact to those customers. Staff, the Electric Board, and the Natural Resources Advisory Board believe that the above recommendations provide a strong incentive for the installation and development of renewable resources within the City. It is also recommend that the net metering rate either have a sunset provision or a requirement that the rate is re-evaluated in the next three years or sooner. If renewable resources installations are widespread throughout the system, then it is prudent to evaluate both the financial and operational impact these systems are having on the City. Additionally,changes in the equipment and technology available,the incentives provided by federal, state and local entities could change significantly in the next three to five years making review prudent. ATTACHMENTS I. Net metering Map. 2. State Net Metering detail. 3. Colorado Incentives for Renewable and Efficiency. 4. Electric Board Minutes. 5. Memo from the Natural Resources Advisory Board. 6. Natural Resources Advisory Board minutes. 7. Powerpoint presentation. ATTACHMENT 1 StateNC North Caroina Solar Center ION moor Net Metering www .dsireusa .or4 / April 2009 WA: 100 . ' ME : 100 MT : 50 * ND : 100 * ji : 250 OR: 25 / 2 000 * MN : 40 MI : 20* NH : 100 — - MA : 60 / 1 000/ 2 000 * WY : 25 * WI : 20 * WEE RI . 1 650/ 2 250/ 3 500* IA : 500 * IN : 10 * CT: 2 000* NV : 1 000 * C0 : 2,000 co-o s & munis : 10 25 IL : 40* OH : n0 li NY: 25 / 500/ 2 000 * UT : 25 / 2 000* WV: PA: 50 / 3 000 / 5 000* MO . 100 * I 2 000 * KY. 30 CA: 1000 * NC : 1 000* NM : 80 000* DE : 25 / 500 / 2 000* OK: 100* MD . 2,000 AZ : no limit* AR: 25 300 DC . 1,000 A . 1 G 0 100 VA. 2 0 500 sa LA: 25 / 300 HI . 10 0 KIUC : 50 NO FL . 2 000 40 states & DC © State policy have adopted a El Voluntary utility program (s) only net metering policy * State policy applies to certain utility types only (e . g . , investor-owned utilities) Note: Numbers indicate system capacity limit in kW. Some state limits vary by customer type, technology and/or system application. Other limits might also apply. ■ ATTACHMENT State Net metering levels Subscriber limit Power limit Monthly Annual State (%of peak) Ell Res/Com(kW) rollover El compensation tj Alabama N/A N/A N/A N/A Alaska N/A N/A N/A N/A Arizona no limit no limit yes avoided cost Arkansas no limit 25/300 yes lost California 2.5 1000 yes lost Colorado no limit 2,000 yes incremental cost Connecticut no limit 2,000 yes avoided cost Delaware 1 25/2 000 DPL es lost District of Columbia no limit 1,000 yes retail rate Florida no limit 2,000 yes avoided cost Georgia 0.2 10/100 yes lost Hawaii 1 or 3 50 or 100 yes lost Idaho 0.1 25 yes i or u to retail' Illinois 1 40 es lost Indiana 0.1 10 yes retail rate Iowa no limit 500 yes retail rate Kansas N/A N/A N/A N/A Kentucky 1 30 yes retail rate Louisiana no limit 25/300 yes retail rate Maine no limit 100 yes lost Maryland 1500 MW 2,000 yes lost Massachusetts 1 60/1 000 or 2,000 yes(?) varies Michigan 0.5 20 wholesale cost same Minnesota no limit 40 retail paid retail paid Mississippi N/A N/A N/A N/A Missouri 1 5 100 yes lost Montana no limit 50 yes lost Nebraska 1 25 yes paid Nevada 1 1,000 yes retail rate New Hampshire 1 100 yes retail rate New Jersey no limit 2,000 yes avoided cost New Mexico no limit 80,000 avoided cost avoided cost avoided cost to retail New York 0.3 to 1 25/500 to 2,000 yes rate North Carolina 0.2 20/100 TOU lost North Dakota no limit 100 avoided cost avoided cost Ohio 1 no limit generation rate refunded Oklahoma no limit 100 varies varies Oregon 0.5 to no limit 25/25 to 2,000 yes varies generation and Pennsylvania no limit 50/3 000 to 5,000 yes transmission cost Rhode Island 2 1,650 partial lost South Carolina 0.2 20/100 TOU lost South Dakota N/A N/A N/A N/A Tennessee N/A N/A N/A N/A Texas" 1 20 avoided cost avoided cost Utah 0.1 to 20 25/2 000 avoided cost to yes lost Vermont 2 250 yes lost Virginia 1 10/500 yes varies Washington 0.25 100 yes lost West Vr inia 0.1 25 es retail rate Wisconsin no limit 20 to 100 varies varies Wyomino no limit 25 yes avoided cost Table taken from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Net—Metering ATTACHMENT DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Pagel of 61 4 V '- t NC 5olat Certtei`' d r"IREC C`ntacis'A_b"ou!Uc i NCSiI*- 41 .,--�.� _•�:..„.:..max .�,-�^ .�..c. ._ .��,.�n=�..-=� �{,'' i t F. Colorado Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency r Printable.Version ' tncenty�des t_ncentires;lisk Financial Incentives E D� tome Local Insulation Rebate Programs Last DS1RE Review:05/02/2008 Incentive Type: Local Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Building Insulation Applicable Sectors: Residential Rebate: 20% Max. Limit: $300 Website: http://www.colora.do,gov/ energy/residential/existing-insuiate-co asp Summary: The Colorado Governors Energy Office(GEO)has provided matching grants to establish loca rebate programs throughout the state.The residential rebate program,called Insulate Colorac rebates of 20%of the cost, up to$300,to homeowners who increase the insulation and/or air their homes.This is not a statewide program.To participate,the home must be located within participating jurisdiction and the homeowner must use a program-approved contractor.The re attic or exterior wall insulation and air sealing upgrades only,and the insulation must be upgrr recommended R-Values presented in the 2006 International Energy Conservation Code(200t the specific climate zone.After the work is complete,the homeowner can receive their rebate submitting the rebate form for their particular jurisdiction as well as copies of the installation in the official"insulation card"as proof of the work being completed.Rebates are available throu jurisdictions on a first-come,first-served basis until program funding is exhausted. Interested homeowners should contact their jurisdiction to ensure that funding is still available. Contact: Bob Mailander Governor's Energy Office Eastern Plains Regional Representative 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver,CO 80203 Phone: (970)371-3939 E-Mail: robert.mailander@state.co.us Web site:http://www.colorado.gov/energy Mona Newton Governor's Energy Office Front Range Regional Representative 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 http://www.dsireusa.org/libraty/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPa2eId=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 2 of 61 Denver, CO 80203 Phone: (303)809-0379 E-Mail: mona.newton@state.co.us Web site: http://www.colorado.gov/energy Joani Matranga Governor's Energy Office Central Mountains and Western Slope Regional Representative 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver,CO 80203 Phone: (970)366-6036 E-Mail:joani matranga@state.co.us Web site:http./lwww.colorado.gov/energy Local PV Rebate Programs Last DSIRE Review:0211312009 Incentive Type: Local Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Rebate: Varies depending on the incentive structure adopted by the prograr partner. Max. Limit: $9,000 for residential systems,$15,000 for small commercial systei Website: http:/Awm.colorado.gov/` energy/renewables/ResidentialSo,larProgram.asp Summary: The Colorado Governors Energy Office(GEO)has provided matching grants to establish soli programs throughout the state in areas located outside of the service territory of Xcel Energy Hills Energy, Colorado's two investor-owned utilities. (Xcel and Black Hills Energy administer 1 solar rebate programs.)The GEO selected the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association administer the grant program. Proposals were solicited from Colorado cities,counties,utilities non-profit organizations for funding to help create and administer local rebate programs with e the GEO and matching funds from the program partner.The first round of grants resulted in 2: programs It 1 for photovoltaic(PV)systems and 11 for solar hot water).The second round of 1 awarded grants to 12 program partners for PV rebate programs and 15 partners for solar hot rebate programs.These rebates are not available state-wide;they are only available to reside businesses within the territory of one of the program partners. Applications for the second round of rebates are available for residential systems in the territo following program partners: • Delta-Montrose Electric Association • Longmont Power&Communications • Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association,_Inc, • San Lws Valley Rural_Electric Cooperative, Inc • San Miguel Power Association, Inc. • Sangre de-Cristo Electric Association,Inc. • United Power, Inc. • Clean Energy Economy for the Region(Glenwood Springs,CO) http://www.dsireusa.orgAibrary/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 3 of 61 • Estes Park Light&Power • La Plata Electric Association • Mountain View Electric Association Applications for the second round of rebates are available for small business systems in the tt the following program partners: • Clean Energy Economy_for the Region(Glenwood Springs, CO) • La Plata Electric Association • Longmont Power&.Communications • Sangre de Cristo Electric Association, Inc. • The New Community Coalition(Telluride,CO) • United Power,Inc. Because the individual program partners have some autonomy in designing their own rebate I structure, program details(including incentive amounts)will vary from program to program, bL have been capped at$9,000 for residential systems and$15,000 for small business systems. For more information on a specific local rebate program,please visit the individual partner's w the CoSEIA web site. Contact: GEO Residential Solar Program Administrator Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association(CoSEIA) 841 Front Street Louisville,CO 80024 Phone: (303)333-7342 Phone 2:(888)633-9764 Fax: (303)474-7579 E-Mail: GEOsolargrants@coseia.org Web site: http//www.coseia.org Local Small Wind Rebate Programs Last DSIRE Review:07/152008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Wind Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Incentive Amount: $2AN-$3AN(varies by utility) Maximum Incentive: $5,000-$10,000(varies by utility) Incentives can not amount to more than 50%of the system cost Equipment Requirements: All systems must have a minimum 5-year warranty on major systen components and installation,with the exception of batteries,for whi minimum 2-year warranty is required Installation _ Requirements: Systems must be grid-tied and net-metered by the participating utili Program Budget: Each utility has received a$25,000 matching grant from the Goverr Energy Office. Each utility must contribute at least$25,000 of their funds to the program Website: hfp/Avww.col-ora,dol.gov/ energylrenewables/small_wind-incentive.asp htti)://www.dsireusa.orp/Iibrary/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPa2eld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 4 of 61 Summary: The Governor's Energy Office(GEO) provided matching grants to three electric cooperatives; municipal electric utility to provide rebates for small wind to their local businesses and residen GEO established some basic rules but gave the participating administrators flexibility to modif programs to best suit their customer's needs. In general,an incentive may not exceed 50%of installed system cost. Recipients of the incentive must also meet some basic efficiency requin designed by the participating administrators.The participants providing small wind rebates at are: • Highline.,Electric Association Contact:Jason Depperschmidt,970-854-2236,jason@hea.coop • Sangre De Cristo_Electric_Association, Inc Contact: Bill Bennett, 719-395-4590,bennett@myelectric.coop • Southeast Colorado Power Association Contact:Jack Wolfe,719-384-2551,jackw@secpa.com • Town of Estes Park Contact: Michael Mangelsen,970-577-3583, mmangelsen@estes.org Local Solar Water Heating Rebate Programs Last DSIRE Review:0211312009 Incentive Type: Local Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Rebate: Varies depending on the incentive structure adopted by the prograr partner Max. Limit: $3,000 for residential systems,$9,000 for small commercial systerr Website: http://www.colorado.goy/ energy/renewables/ResidentialSolarProgram.asp Summary: The Colorado Governor's Energy Office(GEO) has provided matching grants to establish solE programs throughout the state in areas located outside of the service territory of Xcel Energy Hills Energy,Colorado's two investor-owned utilities. (Xcel and Black Hills Energy administer t solar rebate programs.)The GEO selected the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association administer the grant program. Proposals were solicited from Colorado cities,counties, utilities non-profit organizations for funding to help create and administer local rebate programs with a the GEO and matching funds to be provided by the program partner.The first round of grants 22 rebate programs(11 for photovoltaic(PV)systems and 11 for solar hot water).The seconc funding awarded grants to 12 program partners for PV rebate programs and 15 partners for sr heating rebate programs.These rebates are not available state-wide,they are only available 1 and/or businesses within the territory of one of the program partners. Applications for the second round of rebates are available for residential systems in the territo following program partners: htti)://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPapeld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 5 of 61 • Town of Breckenridge • Center for Resource Conservation_on behalf of the City and County_of Boulder • City_of Cortez and Empire_Electric Association • Delta-Montrose Electric Association • Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency • Tow_ n of Frisco • La Plata Electric Association • San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative • The Atmosphere Conservancy_(Loveland,CO) • the New Community_Coalition(Telluride,CO) • Town of Mt Crested Butte • United Power, Inc. Applications for the second round of rebates are availble for small business systems in the ter following program partners: • City_of_Boulder • Town_of Breckenridge Four Corners Office.for-Resource Effciency • the Nev Community_Coalition,(Telluride,CO) • United-Power,.Inc. Because the individual program partners have some autonomy in designing their own rebate 1 structure,program details(including incentive amounts)will vary from program to program,br have been capped at$3,000 for residential solar water heaters and$9,000 for small business heaters. For more information on a specific local rebate program, please visit the individual partner's w the CoSEIA web site. Contact: GEO Residential Solar Program Administrator Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association(CoSEIA) 841 Front Street Louisville,CO 80024 Phone: (303)333-7342 Phone 2: (888)633-9764 Fax: (303)474-7579 E-Mail: GEOsolargmnts@coseia.org Web site: http//www.coseia_org Aspen -Energy Efficient Appliance Program Last DSIRE Review: 11/1112008 Incentive Type: Local Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Clothes Washers/Dryers, Dishwasher, Refrigerators/Freezers, Technologies: Programmable Thermostats Applicable Sectors: Residential Rebate: $75-$150,depending on appliance Max. Limit: Only one rebate per appliance per househould per five-year period Website: http:l/www.aspencorgorg/ sitepages/pid46,php#washer http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 6 of 61 Summary: The Aspen Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE)promotes renewable energy,e efficiency and green building techniques in western Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley. For custc install energy efficient appliances,Aspen CORE offers rebates for washing machines,dishwa programmable thermostats,refrigerators and reset thermometers.These rebates are only ave full-time Roaring Fork Valley residents and businesses.To receive a rebate,complete the reb application available on the program website and mail or fax to CORE. Contact: Gary Goodson Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE) P.O. Box 9707 Aspen,CO 81612 Phone: (970)544-9808 Fax:(970)963-5691 E-Mail: gary@aspencore.org Web site:http://www.aspencore.org Aspen -Solar Pioneer Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review:0512212008 Incentive Type: Local Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat, Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Residential Rebate: Solar hot water:$1,000-$2,000 PV:$2.00/W AC Max. Limit: Solar hot water:$2,000 PV:$6,000 Terms: Must be a full-time resident of the Roaring Fork Valley; May participate in loan program or rebate program, but not both. Website: http;//www.aspencore.org/sitepages/pic77.php Summary: The Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE),a nonprofit organization promoting re energy and energy efficiency in western Colorado,offers residential rebates within the Roarin, Valley for the installation of photovoltaic or solar hot water systems. Rebates for the purchase of new solar hot water heaters are as follows: • two to three panels: $1,000 rebate • four to five panels:$1,500 rebate • six plus panels: $2,000 rebate Rebates for grid-tied PV systems are offered at$2.00 per watt,up to$6,000. Installers must be COSEIA certified and must fill out a rebate application after system has bee Within two weeks of application receipt,CORE will issue a check for the rebate amount. http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=I&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 7 of 61 The program is sponsored by the Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE), in partni the City of Aspen and Holy Cross Energy,with funds from the Renewable Energy Mitigation P loan program is also available for solar projects, but not in conjunction with this rebate prograi Contact: Gary Goodson Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE) P.O. Box 9707 Aspen,CO 81612 Phone: (970)544-9808 Fax: (970)963-5691 E-Mail: gary@aspencore.org Web site: hitp://www.aspencore.org Aspen - Solar Power Pioneer Loan Program Last DSIRE Review:0512212008 Incentive Type: Local Loan Program Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat, Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Residential Amount: Varies Terms: Zero-percent interest;typical term of five years; Must be a full-time resident of the Roaring Fork Valley; May participate in loan program or rebate program, but not both. Website: http://www.aspencore.org/sitepages/pid.77.php Summary: The Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE)has partnered with the Community Ba Colorado to provide zero-percent financing on loans for photovoltaic or solar hot water systerr typical loan term is five years and loan amounts vary based on system size.After determining size, call CORE to advise loan amount. Loan applications are available at Community Banks of Colorado in Aspen or Basalt. If loan is participants are responsible for the principle payments,and CORE will pay the interest. A rebate program is also available for solar projects, but not in conjunction with this loan progi Contact: Gary Goodson Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE) P.O. Box 9707 Aspen,CO 81612 Phone: (970)544-9808 Fax: (970)963-5691 E-Mail: gary@adspencore.org Web site: http/Mnyw.aspencore_org http://www.dsireusa.org/l ibrary/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 8 of 61 Atmos Energy -Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review:03/23/2009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Equipment Insulation,Water Heaters, Furnaces, Boilers, Programn Technologies: Thermostats,CaulkingfWeather-stripping, Building Insulation, Infrai Heating Equipment Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: Furnace:$2004300,depending on efficiency Boiler:$150 Hot Water Heater:$50(tank);$100(tankless) Programmable Thermostat:$25 Insulation:50%of cost Miscellaneous Hot Water Insulation and Infiltration Measures:$25 Infrared Heating:$500 Maximum Incentive: Insulation:$1,000 Miscellaneous Hot Water Insulation and Infiltration Measures: minir purchase of$40 Programmable Thermostats:2 per account Equipment Requirements- Furnaces: minimum of 92%AFUE rating Boiler: minimum of 84%AFUE rating Hot Water Heaters:minimum EF of 62 (tank);82(tankless) Insulation:existing ceiling insulation must be less than R-20 and wi insulation of R-0 Programmable Thermostat: must be Energy Star Website: http;//excessisout.com/ atmosenergy/how_w.e_ca n_help/reduce_and rebate Summary: Atmos Energy offers the Excess is Out Program for its residential customers in Colorado.The offers a low-cost energy audit as well as multiple energy efficient equipment rebates.The Rec Rebate Program offers incentives for energy efficient furnaces, boilers, hot water heaters,pro thermostats,insulation,tank wrap,pipe wrap,caulk,weather stripping,and infrared heating.A equipment must meet certain energy efficiency standards listed on the program website.Appl the high efficiency natural gas equipment rebate and the insulation and air.Sealing-rebate can downloaded from the program website.Applications must be submitted(with a copy of the receipUnvoice)within 60 days of product purchase date. Contact: Excess is Out 3800 Watt Ave. Suite 105 Sacramento,CA 95821 Phone: (866)971-7347 E-Mail:excessisout@egia.org Web site: http_flexcessisout.com/ Black Hills Energy -On-Site Solar PV Rebate Program htti)://www.dsireusa.orp-/Iibrary/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaReld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 9 of'61 Last DSIRE Review: 12/10/2008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial, Residential, General Public/Consumer, Nor Schools, Local Government,State Government, Fed. Government, Black Hills Energy customers) Incentive Amount: $2/watt DC plus REC payment of$2.50/watt for systems up to 10 k $2/watt DC plus$115/MWh REC payment based on annual produc systems greater than 10 kW up to 100 kW. Eligible System Size: Up to 100 kW DC Equipment Requirements: PV modules must be warranted for a minimum period of 20 years.r components(with the exception of batteries), labor and installation warranted for a minimum period of 5 years.All equipment must be i UL-listed,and meet IEEE standards. Installation Requirements: Black Hills Energy recommends COSEIA or other qualified installer Ownership of Renewable Energy Credits: Black Hills Energy(if customer accepts REC payment) Website: http://solarrebates.blac,khillsenergy.com Effective Date: 7/1/2006 Summary: Black Hills Energy(formerly Aquila)has an On-Site Solar PV Rebate Program which provides incentive of$2 per watt DC of installed photovoltaic(PV)capacity combined with a separate p the renewable energy credits(RECs)associated with the PV-generated electricity over a 20-y The rebate and REC payment incentive program are available to any Black Hills Energy custc installs a new PV system up to 100 kilowatts(kW)in capacity for on-site use. Rebates and REC payments for PV systems up-to10 kW will be calculated as follows: • A rebate of$2 per DC watt;and • A one-time REC payment,currently set at of$2.50 per DC watt.The REC payment m; depending on the total amount of PV already installed by Aquila's Colorado electric cu Rebates and REC payments for PV systems greater_than_10_kW and up to_100 kW will be cal, follows: • A rebate of$2 per DC watt;and • An annual REC payment of$115 for every megawatt-hour(MWh)of actual metered of PV system. All rebate and REC payments are subject to the availability of funds and a pre-installation site Expansions to existing systems are allowed if the expanded portions meet all technical requir( Black Hills Energy recommends using a qualified PV installation contractor from a list furnishe Colorado Renewable Energy Society,available at www.coseia.org. Black Hills Energy's PV incentive program was initiated to comply with Colorado's Amendmen passed in 2004.Amendment 37 requires Colorado utilities with 40,000 or more customers to< purchase a percentage of their electricity from renewable resources to reach a level of 10%rc by 2015. Of the electricity generated each year from renewable resources,at least 4%must c solar electric technologies.At least one-half of this percentage must come from solar electric located on-site at customers'facilities. Under the initiative,utilities are required to offer custon minimum rebate of$2 per watt of installed PV capacity up to 100 kW and establish a net mete program. http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 10 of 61 Contact: Black Hills PV Rebate Program Black Hills Energy 105 South Victoria Pueblo, CO 81003 Phone: (800)454-8651 Web site: http://solarrebates.blackhillse.nergy.com Boulder-ClimateSmart Solar Grant Program Last DSIRE Review:0512812008 Incentive Type: Local Grant Program Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat,Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Nonprofit, Low-Income Residential Website: http://www.ble.cl,ima,telsmart.-com/ programs/s ola rG r a nt F u n d_.p h p Authority 1: Ordinance No. 7487 Date Enacted: 11/14/2006 Effective Date: 12/14/2006 Summary: In 2006,the City of Boulder established a solar sales and use tax rebate for photovoltaic(PV) water heating installations.Approximately 55%of solar sales and use tax revenues go to rests Of the unrestricted revenues, 35%percent is refunded to,the PV system owner.The remainin the unrestricted sales and use tax are used to fund the ClimateSmart Solar Grant Program.TI program,grants are provided for PV and solar water heating installations on housing for low t< income persons and on the facilities of site based non-profit entities operating in Boulder. Indi, amounts will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In most cases, no more than 50%of the project cost will be granted. There are two grant cycles each year. Submissions are due by 5 p.m.on March 15 or August Recipients will be notified by May 1st and October 1st,respectively.Additional information ant applications can be found here. For the first grant cycle of 2008,the city received 10 applicatic requesting a total of$260,000.The city awarded a total of$65,000 which will be used to insta (kilowatts)of PV plus two solar thermal systems. Contact: Yael Gichon City of Boulder Office of Environmental Affairs Boulder, CO 80306 Phone:(303)441-3878 Fax: (303)441-4070 E-Mail: gichony@bouldercotorado.goy Web site:http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php? option=com_content&task=view&id=43&ltemid=87 http://www.dsireusa.orgAibrary/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=I&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 1 1 of 61 Boulder-Solar Sales and Use Tax Rebate Last DSIRE Review.,0512812008 Incentive Type: Sales Tax Refund Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat, Photovoltaics, Solar Pool Heating Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Amount: —15%refund on sales and use tax for the solar installation Website: http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/ index_php?option=com content&task=view&id=7700&ltemid=2845 Authority 1: Ordinance No, 7487 Date Enacted: 11/14/2006 Effective Date: 12/14/2006 Summary: In 2006,the City of Boulder established a solar sales and use tax rebate for photovoltaic(PV) water.heating installations.Solar system owners may receive a rebate(essentially a tax refun from the unrestricted tax revenues collected from solar energy sales. Approximately 55%of solar sales and use tax revenues go to restricted funds. Of the unrestri( revenues, 35%percent is refunded to the solar system owner.Thus,the value of the refund iE of the city sales and use tax paid.The city estimates that the refund equates to approximately "average"PV system costs. The remaining 65%of the unrestricted revenues are used to fund the ClimateSmart Soiar Gra The ClimateSmart Solar Grant Fund is used to rehabilitate or install solar energy systems on; housing developments and site-based non-profit organizations. An application for Boulder's Solar Energy Sales and Use Tax Rebate is available here Contact: Yael Gichon City of Boulder Office of Environmental Affairs Boulder, CO 80306 Phone: (303)441-3878 Fax: (303)441-4070 E-Mail: gichony@bouldercolorado.gov Web site: http://www.bouldercolorado.govindex.php? option=com_content&task=view&i6=43&ltemid=87 Boulder County -ClimateSmart Loan Program Last DSIRE Review:0311 712 00 9 Incentive Type: Local Loan Program Eligible Efficiency Water Heaters, Lighting, Furnaces, Boilers,Air conditioners, Heat Technologies: recovery, Programmable Thermostats,Duct/Air sealing, Building In Windows,Doors,Roofs,Whole House Fans,Attic Fans,Evaporatio http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=1&RE=I&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 12 of 61 Coolers, Pool Equipment Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat,Photovoltaics,Wind, Biomass, Geothermal Heat Technologies: Wood Stoves,Solar Pool Heating Applicable Sectors: Residential, Low-Income Residential Amount: $3,000-$50,000 Max. Limit: 20%of the statutory actual value of the property on which the equiF will be installed, or$50,000,whichever is less. Terms: Loans are repaid over 15 years as a special assessment on the homeowner's property tax bill Rates will not exceed 6.75%for income qualified loans and 8.75%i loans. Website: http://www.bouldercounty.orgi bocc/cii matesmartloanprogram/ Authority 1: Boulder County Ballot Issue 1A Date Enacted: 11/4/2008 Summary: Voters in Boulder approved Ballot Issue 1A in November 2008,authorizing Boulder County to bonds for the purpose of providing special financing options for renewable energy and energy improvements to homes in the county.The program is very similar to ones adopted by Palm C Berkeley in California in that the city will provide loans to home owners which will then be reps a,special assessment on their property tax bills. Boulder County has been holding workshops throughout the month of March which prospecti% applicants are required to attend.After attending a workshop,the homeowner must get a bid 1 qualified installer.Applications for the first round of the Climate Smart Loan Program will then accepted between April 1 and April 10,2009.The loan can be used to finance a wide variety r and renewable energy projects on homes in Boulder County.Applicants must pay a$75 non-i application fee. Contact: Climate Smart Loan Program County of Boulder Boulder,CO 80306 Phone: (303)441-3131 E-Mail:climatesmart@bouldercounty.org Clean Energy Fund -New Energy Economic Development Last DSIRE Review: 1212312008 Incentive Type: Industry Recruitment/Support Eligible Efficiency l Technologies: Yes;specific technologies not identified Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics,Wind,Biomass,Hydroelectric Technologies: Cells, Small Hydroelectric, Renewable Fuels, Other Distributed Ger Technologies Applicable Sectors: Industrial Website: h't.tp:/./w-w.w...c.plo.ra-d-o.gov/ energy/resources/funding-opportunities.asp http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 13 of 61 Summary: In 2007,the Colorado Legislature appropriated money to the Governor's Energy Office(GEO) limited gaming tax and the severance tax to establish and maintain the state's Clean Energy F moneys in the Clean Energy Fund are continuously appropriated to the GEO for the purposes advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy throughout the state.The New Energy Ea Development(NEED)program receives its funding from the Clean Energy Fund,and provide: loans and other financial incentives to attract manufacturers of renewable energy and energy products to the state. The current round of NEED grants is now closed.Winners will be notified via email on or arou 6th,2009. Preference will be given to proposals that demonstrate the ability to provide substa matching funds. (However,matching funds are not required if an applicant demonstrates suffix Contact: Seth Portner Governors Energy Office 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver,CO 80203 Phone:(303)866-2100 Phone 2: (800)632-6662 Fax:(303)866-2930 E-Mail: seth_.pprtner@state._co_us Web site: http://www colorado goyteneergy Colorado Natural Gas-Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review:0312312009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Equipment Insulation,Water Heaters, Furnaces, Boilers, Programn Technologies: Thermostats, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Infrared Heating Equipment Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: Furnace:$200-$300,depending on efficiency Boiler:$150 Furnace/Boiler Maintenance:$40 Hot Water Heater:$50(tank);$100(tankless) Programmable Thermostat:$25 Insulation:50%of cost Miscellaneous Hot Water Insulation and Infiltration Measures:$25 Infrared Heating:$500 Maximum Incentive: Insulation:$1,000 Miscellaneous Hot Water Insulation and Infiltration Measures:minir purchase of$40 Programmable Thermostats:2 per account Equipment Requirements: Furnaces: minimum of 92%AFUE rating Boiler: minimum of 84%AFUE rating Hot Water Heaters:minimum EF of 62(tank); 82(tankless) Insulation:existing ceiling insulation must be less than R-20 and wi insulation of R-0 Programmable Thermostat:must be Energy Star http://www.dsireusa.orgAibrary/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 14 of 61 Website: http://excessisout.com/ co t o ra d o n a l u ral g a s/h ow_w e_ca n_h e l p/re d u c e_a n d_r a ba t o Summary: Colorado Natural Gas,through the Excess is Out Program,offers cash incentives for resident customers to install gas saving high efficiency equipment and insulation into their homes.The offers a low-cost energy audit as well as multiple energy efficient equipment rebates.The Rec Rebate Program offers incentives for energy efficient furnaces, boilers,hot water heaters,pro thermostats,insulation,tank wrap,pipe wrap,caulk,weather stripping, and infrared heating.F equipment must meet certain energy efficiency standards listed on the program website.Appl the high efficiency natural gas equipment rebate and the insulation and„air sealing rebate can downloaded from the program website.Applications must be submitted (with a copy of the receipt/invoice)within 60 days of product purchase date. Contact: Excess is Out 3800 Watt Ave. Suite 105 Sacramento,CA 95821 Phone: (866)971-7347 E-Mail:excessisout@egia,org Web site:http://excessisout._com! Colorado Springs Utilities -HomeVantage Home Improvement Financing Last DSIRE Review: 10/21/2008 Incentive Type: Utility Loan Program Eligible Efficiency Clothes Washers/Dryers, Dishwasher,Refrigerators/Freezers,Wat, Technologies: Heaters, Furnaces,Air conditioners, Programmable Thermostats, Caulking/Weather-stripping, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation,V� Doors,Ovens,Water Pipes, Septic Tanks, Propane Tanks,Water-[ Landscaping Applicable Sectors: Residential Terms: Distributions: Loans available from$1,000 to$50,000.Call Ent Federal Credit Ur HomeVantage Specialist at(719)574-1100 or 800-525-9623(and option 8)to receive specific rates. Website: http:/twww,.csu.org/ resident al/products/financing/index.html Summary: Colorado Springs Utilities,in partnership with Ent Federal Credit Union, provides$1,000 to$5 to finance energy efficiency projects for its residential customers.The loans may apply to insh energy efficient kitchen appliances,washer/dryers,insulation and weather stripping, new wine central A/C,new water lines,water-efficient landscaping,and new propane and septic tanks.' also provides an Energy Efficiency Profile and Water Efficiency Profile to see where installatic provide highest savings. http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 15 of 61 Contact: HomeVantage Ent Federal Credit Union HomeVantage Program P.O. Box 15819 Colorado Springs, CO 80935-5819 Phone: (719)574-1100 Ext.opt 8 Phone 2:(800)525-9623 E-Mail: askus@csu,org Web site: http:/Avww.entfederal.com/services/homevantage.a-sp Colorado Springs Utilities -Renewable Energy Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review:0111412009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Incentive Amount: $3.75/watt AC Eligible System Size: Residential: 10 kW maximum; Commercial:25 kW maximum Equipment Requirements: The PV system and inverter must carry a minimum 5-year warranty Modules must carry a 20 year warranty against performance degrai below 80 percent of original output Program Budget: $430,000 for 2009 Ownership of Renewable Energy Credits: Colorado Springs Utilities Website: http://www.csu.org/ residentiaUrebates/renew rebate/index.html Effective Date: 1/1/2006 Summary: Through its Renewable Energy Rebate Program,Colorado Springs Utilities(CSU)offers a$3. (AC)rebate to customers who install grid-connected solar electric(PV)systems with a minims of 500 watts and a maximum of 10 kW for residential systems and 25 kW for commercial syst, calculate the system's AC output,a de-rating factor is used to account for shading and subopt orientation or tilt.All Renewable Energy Credits(RECs)generated from systems installed and program are conferred to CSU for compliance with Colorado's Renewable Energy Standard'. The program budget for 2008 is$300,000.The utility plans to continue offering the rebate in f1 pending approval by the Utilities Board,but the incentive amount is likely to decrease by$0.2! per watt per year.The application,interconnection agreement, and other documents are avail program website above. Click here for the CSU net metering policy(see page 35). Qualifying PV modules and inverters must be included in the California Energy Commission's of eligible.equpment.Qualifying systems must also carry minimum manufacturer and/or instal warranties as outlined in the program guidelines. Colorado Springs Utilities recommends(but does not require)that all systems be designed an by professional installers certified by the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association(COSE North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners NABCEP.CSU also recommends taki advantage of the utility's energy efficiency programs—including rebates—before installing a F http://www.dsircusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 16 of 61 'Colorado's Renewable Energy Standard requires Colorado utilities with 40,000 or more custc generate or purchase a percentage of their electricity from renewable resources to reach'a lei mnewables by 2015- Of the electricity generated each year from renewable resources, at lea: come from solar electric technologies.At least one-half of this percentage must come from so located on-site at customers'facilities. Under the initiative, utilities are required to offer custon rebate and establish a net-metering program. Thus, CSU documents the RECs generated by customers'PV systems to demonstrate compliance with the solar requirement of the Renewa, Standard. Contact: Deborah Mathis Colorado Springs Utilities P.O.Box 1103 Colorado Springs, CO 80947 Phone:(719)668-8509 Fax: (719)668-2510 E-Mail: dmathis@csu.org Web site:httpWwww.csu,org Colorado Springs Utilities - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review:0211912009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Clothes Washers/Dryers, Lighting,Furnaces, Programmable Thern Technologies: Caulking/Weather-stripping, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation,ul Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: Insulation and Air Sealing:$50, $100 or$200,varies by purchase r Windows:$50,$100 or$200,varies by purchase price Multi-Family Windows: $9,$19,or$37 per unit,varies by purchase Furnace: $150 Programmable Thermostat: $15 Clothes Washer: $75 Equipment Requirements: Insulation and Air Sealing:various R-Values depending on the loca within the house All other measures:must be ENERGY STAR rated Expiration Date: 12/31/09 Project Installation site may be subject to inspection by Colorado Springs L Review/Certification: staff. Website: http://www,csu,org/residential/rebates/index.html Summary: Colorado Springs Utilities offers a variety of energy efficiency incentives to its residential cust< through their Residential Rebate Program. Rebates are offered for insulation,air sealing mea: furnaces,single and multi-family windows,programmable thermostats,and clothes washers. I cases,the rebate amount depends upon the cost of such improvement. Full program details a equipment requirements are available in the 2009 Efficiency Rebate Application Form. Contact: http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 17 of 61 Colorado Springs Utilities Residential Efficiency Incentives PO Box 1103 Mail Code 1339 Colorado Springs,CO 80947 Phone: (719)448-4800 Phone 2: (800)238-5434 E-Mail:askus@csu.org Web site: http://www.csu.org Delta-Montrose Electric Association -Residential GeoExchange Loan Program Last DSIRE Review: 1012412008 Incentive Type: Utility Loan Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: GeoExchange Eligible Renewable/Other Geothermal Heat Pumps Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Residential Terms: 100%financing with payments made on electric bill Website: http://www;dmea.com/ GeoExchange/GeoFAC/tabid/103/DefauIt.aspx Summary: Delta Montrose Electric Association(DMEA)gives its residential members an opportunity to it homes'energy efficiency. DMEA will pay for the installation of the components of a GeoExcha which are outside a member's home(does not include ductwork or other"inside the house"el This upfront installation cost is recouped over time by DMEA through monthly payments applil utility bill.The exact monthly payment and energy savings potential varies depending on the h design and construction quality,as well as the type and condition of the existing heating syste calculate the monthly payment and savings,a DMEA representative can 1. Perform an energy analysis of the home 2. Create a custom system design engineered specifically for the home 3. Prepare a formal proposal that includes a calculation of the home's present energy col an estimate of the potential energy savings,and a projected installation cost.Additions restrictions apply. See the program website or call DMEA at(970) 874-8081 for more i Contact: GeoExchange Program DMEA 21191 H75 Road Delta,CO 81416 Phone:(970)874-8081 Web site: http;//www..dmea.com/ Estes Park Light and Power Department-Commercial Cooling Efficiency Progra http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=]&RE=I&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 18 of 61 Last DSIRE Review: 1012112008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Heat pumps,Air conditioners Applicable Sectors: Commercial Incentive Amount: Varies by size and efficiency Equipment Requirements: Varies by system size Project Projects will be reviewed after they have been completed if their tot Review/Certification: rebate is less than$5,000,and before and after if their total rebate than$5,000. Website: http://www.prpa.org/ procluctservices/crppoyerview htm Summary: Estes Park Light and Power Department,in collaboration with the Platte River-Power Authorit, commercial customers an incentive to install energy efficient central air conditioners and heat Additional Bonus Rebates can be granted;check on the website for more details.All systems minimum efficiency standards described on their website.Applications must be received by PI within 60 days of the installation date.Program may be cancelled without notice.Customers s check the website or contact their equipment dealer to determine the current status of the pro,. applying for a rebate. Contact: Platte River Power Authority Rebate Program Administrator 2000 East Horsetooth Road Fort Collins,CO 80525 Phone: (970)226-4000 Fax: (970)229-5244 E-Mail: electricefficiency@prpa.org Web site: http://www.prpa,org/default.htm Estes Park Power&Light Customer Service 170 MacGregor Avenue P.O. Box 1200 Estes Park, CO 80517 Phone:(970)586-5331 Phone 2: (970)577-3580 Fax: (970)586-6909 E-Mail: mmangefsen@estes.org Web site: http://ww,w.estesnet.com/,LightPower Fort Collins Utilities -Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Rebate Progi Last DSIRE Review:03/252009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Lighting, Lighting Controls/Sensors, Heat pumps,Air conditioners, I Technologies: sealing, Building Insulation,Windows, Roofs,Motors,Processing a http://ww-w.dsireusa.orgAibrary/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=]&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 19 of 61 Manufacturing Equipment, Comprehensive Measures/Whole Buildii Custom/Others pending approval,mechanical systems Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial Incentive Amount: Existing Buildings:The greater of$500/kilowatt of summer peak reduction or$0.10/annual kilowatt-hour(kWh)saved; Air conditioners:$50/ton to$65/ton,bonus$4/ton for every 0.1 abo required EER level Prescriptive Rebates for New Buildings: Wiindows,$0.11/sq it-$0.73/sq ft Insulation:$0.02/sq ft-$0.16/sq ft Cool Roof: $0.09/sq ft Advanced air sealing:$0.03/sq ft Lighting Efficiency: $0.05 per 0.1 Watt/sq ft reduction Daylighting Controls:$0.25/sq ft of building area controlled Heat PL $50 per ton Premium Efficiency Motors:Varies greatly Custom Measures: $500/summer kW saved Maximum Incentive: 60%of project cost .$70,000 per customer, per year Website:http_!/fcgov.com/conservation/biz-eep.php Summary: Fort Collins provides businesses incentives for new construction projects and existing buildinc The Electric Efficiency Program encourages companies to retrofit their facilities with new ener equipment including lighting,air conditioning, motors, mechanical systems and industrial proc improvements.A free energy audit performed by the utility can help decide what the incentive used for. Incentives are the greater of$500 per kilowatt(kW)of summer peak demand reduct per annual kilowatt-hour(kWh)saved.Typically,the incentive pays for 25 to 50 percent of the costs. Incentives must be approved before the project starts,customers should see website fc application form. Fort Collins Utilities also offers cash rebates for upgrading'to energy efficient central air condit heat pumps.The amount of the rebate depends on the efficiency of the equipment. For air col rebates range from$50lton to$65/ton,plus bonus incentives for units which are more efficien program requires.For heat pumps,rebates are worth$50/ton plus bonus incentives.Applicati received within 60 days of installation date. The Integrated Design Assistance Program encourages the construction of new energy efficie by offering rebates and design assistance. Participating companies can choose either prescril rebates for certain equipment types,or they can take a whole building approach. Businesses 1 advantage of the whole design approach can receive up to$50,000 to help offset costs for ad design professionals,and the greater of$500 per kilowatt(kW)of summer peak demand redu $0.10 per annual kilowatt-hour(kWh)saved. Contact: Fort Collins Utilities 700 Wood St. Fort Collins,CO 80521 Phone:(970)221-6700 Fax: (960)221-6247 E-Mail: powertosave@fcgoy,com Web site: http://fcgov.com/electric/ Fort Collins Utilities-Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program http://www.dsircusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageId=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 20 of 61 Last DSIRE Review:01/26/2009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Clothes Washers/Dryers, Refrigerators/Freezers, Caulking/Weathe Technologies: stripping, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation,Windows Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: Clothes washer: $50 Dishwasher: $25 Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling:$35 plus free pick-up Energy Improvement Program: 20%of project cost Maximum Incentive: Energy Improvement Program: $500 Eligible System Size: Refrigerators/freezers must be between 10-27 cubic feet Equipment Requirements: Appliances must be Energy Star certified. Refrigerators/freezers must be in working condition to be recycled. Installation Energy-saving improvements must be installed by a contractor qua Requirements: under the Colorado Home Performance with ENERGY STAR progr Funding Source: Fort Collins Utilities and the Governor's Energy Office Website: http://fcgov.com/conservation/res-index.php Summary: Fort Collins Utilities offers its residential customers a variety of rebates for energy efficient apl energy efficient home improvements.The appliance rebate program offers a$50 rebate for Er rated clothes washers and$25 for Energy Star dishwashers.Applications for the rebate are a, the Fort Collins website as well as at select local manufacturers and retailers. Fort Collins Utili offers a refrigerator/freezer recycling program.The program provides free pick-up services for recycling of old appliances and a$35 rebate per unit.All appliance rebates are in the form of: the customer's monthly utility bill. Fort Collins Utilities also offers an Energy Improvement Rebate Program.This program offers incentive of 20%of the cost of approved measures up to$500. Qualifying measures include:, increased insulation,thermally improved windows,exterior shading to reduce summertime sol light fixture conversions from incandescent to fluorescent, and mechanical system improveme Energy-saving improvements must be installed by a contractor qualified under the Colorado H Performance with ENERGY STAR program.Customers should check with the utility to assure improvements that they would like to make are eligible prior to equipment purchase or installa Contact: Fort Collins Utilities 700 Wood St Fort Collins,CO 80521 Phone:(970)221-6700 Fax: (960)221-6247 E-Mail: powertosave@fcgov.com Web site:http://fcgov.com/electric/ Fort Collins Utilities -ZILCH (Zero Interest Loans for Conservation Help) Prograr Last DSIRE Review:0112612009 Incentive Type: Utility Loan Program Eligible Efficiency Clothes Washers/Dryers,Water Heaters,Fumaces, Heat pumps,C http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPapeld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 21 of 61 Technologies: sealing, Building Insulation,Windows,Doors,whole house fan,whc house evaporative cooler,electric demand controller Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat,Solar Space Heat Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Residential Terms: Loans range from$250 to$2,300.They include a$25 dollar proceE fee,and can be paid back over a time-span of 24 to 60 months dep on the amount of the loan. Website: http_//fcgpv.com/utilities/zilch..php#energy Summary: Fort Collin's offers its residential customers interest-free loans that may be used to finance a projects, including adding insulation, replacing a furnace, upgrading water and space heating and improving energy efficiency of doors and windows. No more than 80%of the total project financed by the loan.The maximum loan amount is$2,300,and the repayment schedule rang to 60 months.ZILCH loans are only available for future improvements to existing homes. Most of the energy-saving projects are required to pay for themselves with savings in 10 year: Pay back time of the project is determined by a home energy rating performed by the compan Contact: Fort Collins Utilities 700 Wood St Fort Collins, CO 80521 Phone: (970)221-6700 Fax: (960)221-6247 E-Mail: powertosave@fcgov.com Web site: http://fcgov.com/electric/ Gunnison County Electric-Renewable Energy Resource Loan Last DSIRE Review., 1012412008 Incentive Type: Utility Loan Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics,Wind, Renewable energy projects as approved by th Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Terms: Up to$25,000 for 10 years Website: http://www.gcea.coop Summary: Gunnison County Electric Association's(GCEA)low-interest loan program was started Januai Loans are available to members and non-members in the GCEA service territory for the instal photovoltaic,wind,and other renewable energy projects as approved by the board of director: up to$25,000 over 10 years is available to qualifying participants. Current interest rates vary I but are foxed at the time the loan is made. Please contact GCEA for more information.The loan does not cover batteries,and is limited t http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 22 of 61 10kW or smaller. Contact: Program Information Gunnison County Electric Association, Inc. 37250 Hwy.50 P.O. Box 180 Gunnison,CO 81230 Phone: (970)641-3520 Fax: (970)641-5302 E-Mail: gcea@gcea.coop Web site:http://www.gcea.coop Holy Cross Energy -Appliance Rebate Last DSIRE Review.0110112009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Clothes Washers/Dryers, Dishwasher,Water Heaters, Programmat Technologies: Thermostats, CFLs, Refrigerators Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: $25-$75 Maximum Incentive: $350 per member account up to a maximum of$3,500 every 10 ye; Equipment Requirements: Generally requires Energy Star models and other high efficiency en factors Website: http://www.holycross c_omi Summary: Holy Cross Energy,a Touchstone Energy Cooperative,has developed a voluntary carbon red strategy designed to slow the growth of carbon dioxide emissions created in the generation of used by consumers.The Appliance Rebate program provides cash rebates for members who eligible Energy Star®and other energy efficient appliances for their home. The following are residential products covered by the program: • Refrigerators,$75.00 • Dishwashers,$25-$75 • Clothes Washers,$25-$75 • Compact Fluorescent Bulbs,cost or$25.00,whichever is less • Programmable Thermostats,cost or$25.00,whichever is less • Conventional Electric Water Heater, $75.00 Holy Cross also offers residential energy audits at no cost to the consumer.The energy use o will be examined during the audit. Up to four standard compact fluorescent bulbs will be provi( charge,to the consumer.An insulating water heater blanket may also be offered,and in some installed on the consumer's water heater, again,at no cost to the consumer. Contact: Craig Tate Holy Cross Energy httv://www.dsireusa.orv,/Iibrarv/includes/mai).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageId=1&RE=I&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 23 of 61 P.O. Drawer 2150 Glenwood Springs,CO 81602 Phone: (970)947-5421 Fax: (970)945-4081 E-Mail: ctate@holycross.com Web site: http://www,holycross,com Holy Cross Energy -Commercial and Industrial Grant Program Last DSIRE Review: 1012112008 Incentive Type: Utility Grant Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Custom/Others pending approval Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial Amount: 20%of contomer's previous 12 months billing Max.Limit: $10,000 Website: http://www,holycross.com Summary: Holy Cross Energy,a Touchstone Energy Cooperative,has developed a voluntary carbon red strategy designed to slow the growth of carbon dioxide emissions created in the generation of It offers its industrial and commercial members an energy efficiency grant which can pay for u cost of a professional,engineering grade energy use evaluation of the consumer's facilities,o; the cost of actual labor,equipment and/or material costs to install energy saving measures idc an energy evaluation. More details and grant application forms are available on their website under WE CARE progi www.holycross.com. Contact: Member Service Representative Holy Cross Energy 3799 Highway 82 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601-9349 Phone: (970)945-5491 Fax: (970)945-4081 Web site:http://www.holycro.ss.com Holy Cross Energy-WE CARE Rebates Last DSIRE Review: 12/23/2008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics,Wind, Biomass, Hydroelectric,Geothermal Electric Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential, Institutional, (Holy Cross customers) htti)://www.dsircusa.orp/Iibrary/includes/mar).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaizeId=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 24 of 61 Incentive Amount: $2/watt DC Maximum Incentive: $20,000finstallation, up to 50%of installed cost Eligible System Size: No size restrictions specified Ownership of Renewable Energy Credits: Holy Cross Energy Project Review/Certification: Post-installation utility inspection required Website: http:t/www.holycross.com/goto/Renewable_Generation Summary: Holy Cross Energy's WE CARE(With Efficiency,Conservation And Renewable Energy) Progi $2.00-per-watt DC incentive for renewable energy generation using wind, hydroelectric, photo biomass or geothermal technology. Payments are not to exceed 50%of actual installed costs maximum rebate per installation is$20,000.While systems larger than 10 kW are capped at tl rebate level,there is technically no capacity limit to participate in the rebate program. Systems must be within Holy Cross's service territory and connected to Holy Cross Energy's c system to qualify for renewable energy incentives.Consumer will be required to execute an In Agreement with Holy Cross and be subject to the terms and conditions of Holy Cross's"Rene, Energy Net Metering Service—Optional"tariff. Contact: Stephen B.Casey Holy Cross Energy P.O. Box 2150 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602-2150 Phone:(970)947-5430 Fax: (970)947-5455 E-Mail: scasey@holycross.com La Plata Electric Association -Renewable Generation Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review:0412412009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics,Wind, Small Hydroelectric Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial,Residential Incentive Amount: $2 per watt DC Maximum Incentive: $3,000 Installation Requirements: Systems must be grid-tied Ownership of Renewable Renewable energy credits are granted to the utility for the first five Energy Credits: operation Project LPEA reserves the right to inspect any generating facility connecter Review/Certification: utility's system Website: http://www.lpea.coo,p/company_info/Board%20Policies/300%20seri 20PDF/Policy%20359.pdf http://www.dsireusa.ora/library/includes/maT).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPapeld=1&RE=]&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 25 of 61 Summary: La Plata Electric Association (LPEA)offers a one-time rebate, not to exceed the cost of the sy residential and small commercial customers who install a solar,wind or hydropower facility.Ti for the rebate,the system must be grid-tied and located in LPEA's service territory.The rebate watt,the wattage of the system is determined as follows: • Solar—the total installed photovoltaic(PV) panel capacity • Solar with tracking—the total installed PV panel capacity times 1.25.This factor repre: additional energy output obtained by the use of a tracking device. • Wind—the nameplate capacity times 0.30.This factor represents the expected energy given the wind resources of LPEA service territory. If 12 months of hourly, site specific anemometer data can be provided,this factor may be adjusted to represent the site's resource. • Hydro—available head(in feet)times average annual Flow rate(in cfs)times 84.64 (p( conversion factor). Contact: Richard Archuleta La Plata Electric Association 45 Stewart St. P.O. Box 2750 Durango,CO 81302 Phone: (970)247-5786 Fax: (970)247-2674 E-Mail: rrchuleta@lpea,coop Web site: http_//www.lpea.com Local Option -Property Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Systems Last DSIRE Review:0610312008 Incentive Type: Property Tax Exemption Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics,Wind, Biomass,Geothermal Technologies: Other Renewables(not specified) Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial, Residential,Agricultural Amount: Varies(local option) Max.Limit: Varies(local option) Authority 1: CRS§30-11-107.3 Date Enacted:4/16/2007 Effective Date: 8/3/2007 Summary: Colorado enacted legislation in April 2007(SB 145)to authorize counties and municipalities tc property or sales tax rebates or credits to residential and commercial property owners who ins renewable energy systems on their property. Eligible renewable energy property is defined as"any fixture,product,system,device or inter httra://www.dsireusa.ora/librarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaeeId=I&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 26 of 61 of devices that produce electricity from renewable resources,including, but not limited to, pho systems,solar thermal systems,small wind systems, biomass systems,or geothermal system The program would be administered at the local level by individual cities and counties. Individ, contact the cities or counties where their property is located to see if a tax rebate or credit will established in their community. Web sites for many Colorado cities can be found at the Colorado Municipal League website, www_cml:org. Web sites for Colorado counties can be found at the Colorado Counties, Inc.web site,www.o Contact: Deb Myer Department of Local Affairs Division of Property Taxation 1313 Sherman Street,#419 Denver,CO 80203 Phone:((30)3)-866- E-Mail:deb.myer@state.co,us Web site: http://www.dola.state.co.us/dpVindex.htm Local Option -Sales Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Systems Last DSIRE Review:0610312008 Incentive Type: Sales Tax Exemption Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics,Wind, Biomass, Geothermal Technologies: Other Renewables (not specified) Applicable Sectors: Commercial,Residential, General Public/Consumer Amount: Varies(local option) Maximum Incentive: Varies(local option) Authority 1: CRS§31-20-101.3 Date Enacted: 4/16/2007 Effective Date: 8/3/2007 Summary: Colorado enacted legislation in April 2007(SB 145)to authorize counties and municipalities tc property or sales tax rebates or credits to residential and commercial property owners who inE renewable energy systems on their property. Eligible renewable energy property is defined as"any fixture,product,system,device or inters of devices that produce electricity from renewable resources,including, but not limited to, pho systems,solar thermal systems,small wind systems,biomass systems,or geothermal systerr The incentive would be administered at the local level by individual cities and counties. Individ contact the city and county where their property is located to find out if a tax rebate or credit w established in their community. Web sites for many Colorado cities are available on the Colorado Municipal League web site (www.cml.org).Web sites for Colorado counties are available on the Colorado Counties, Inc. (www.ccion li n e.org). httD://www.dsireusa.orR/library/includes/mar).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaveld=1&RE=I&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 27 of 61 Contact: Deb Myer Department of Local Affairs Division of Property Taxation 1313 Sherman Street,#419 Denver,CO 80203 Phone: ((30)3)-866- E-Mail: deb.myer@state co.us Web site: htip://www.dola.state.co.us/dpt/index.-htm Longmont Power& Communications -Commercial Cooling Efficiency Program Last DSIRE Review: 1012212008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Heat pumps,Air conditioners Applicable Sectors: Commercial Incentive Amount: $50-$65/ton depending on size and efficiency Equipment Requirements: Qualifying efficiency rating varies by size Website: http;//www,prpa.org/ productservices/crppoverview.htm Summary: Longmont Power and Communications, in collaboration with the Platte River,Power Authority, commercial customers an incentive to install energy efficient central air conditioners and heat The rebate is a per ton amount which varies with system size from$50-$65/ton for systems br 64,999 Btu/h and 239,999 Btu/h.All systems must meet minimum efficiency standards descrit website. Rebate qualifications and amounts are subject to change at any time.As of Decembf Longmont Power&Communications no longer accepts rebate applications for equipment pur, residential customers. Contact: Longmont Power&Communications Customer Service 1100 South Sherman Street Longmont,CO 80501 Phone:(303)651-8386 Phone 2: (303)651-8376 E-Mail: Cooling Rebate@prpa.org Web site:-http://.Gi,l,o,ngmont.co,.us/lp,!c Platte River Power Authority Rebate Program Administrator 2000 East Horsetooth Road Fort Collins,CO 80525 Phone:(970)226-4000 Fax: (970)229-5244 E-Mail: e_lectriceffciency@prpa.org Web site: http'//www pFpa.org1.de,fauIt.,htm httn://www.dsireusa.org/l ibrarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 28 of 61 Longmont Power&Communications -Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Pri Last DSIRE Review. 10/22/2008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Refrigerators/Freezers, Lighting, Lighting Controls/Sensors, Furnac Technologies: Heat pumps,Air conditioners,.Compressed air, Motors, Processing Manufacturing Equipment,Custom/Others pending approval Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial, Institutional Incentive Amount: $500 per kW reduced during the summer peak period Maximum Incentive: $100,000 per year Website: http://www,c.longMontco,..usl Ipc/b us/eep_h ome page,ht m Summary: Longmont Power&Communication, in collaboration with Platte River Power Authority,offers for its business customers to install new or retrofitted energy efficient equipment in their faciliti River Power Authority's website does not explicitly specify eligible measures. Instead they lea to their customers to find the best way to save energy within their facilities and Platte River wil them with a$500 per kW-reduced rebate. Projects can qualify for the greater of$0.10 per am kilowatt-hour(kWh)of energy savings or$500 per kilowatt(kW)summer demand savings.Inc may apply. Projects are eligible for funding only if an application is processed by LPC or Plath to beginning work.There is a limit of$100,000 per customer per year. Projects can qualify for of$0.10 per annual kilowatt-hour(kWh)of energy savings or$500 per kilowatt(kW)summer savings. Incentive caps may apply. For energy efficient lighting, Longmont Power&Communication offers the LightenUP Prograr Incentives vary depending on the types of fixtures and whether the lights are being installed it construction,or they are replacing less efficient lights in an existing building. For retrofit projec range from$500-$550/kW. Specific rates are listed on the program website. Contact: Longmont Power&Communications Customer Service 1100 South Sherman Street Longmont,CO 80501 Phone: (303)651-8386 Phone 2: (303)651-8376 E-Mail: Cooling Rebate@prpa.org Web site: http://ci.fongmont.co.us4pc Platte River Power Authority Rebate Program Administrator 2000 East Horsetooth Road Fort Collins,CO 80525 Phone: (970)226-4000 Fax: (970)229-5244 E-Mail: electricefficiency@prpa.org Web site: http://www.prpa.org/default.htm http://www.dsireusa.orpilibrary/includes/mai).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaReld=I&RE=I&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 29 of 61 Longmont Power& Communications-Residential and Commercial Appliance R . Last DSIRE Review:0112812009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Clothes Washers/Dryers, Dishwasher Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Incentive Amount: $50 Maximum Incentive: Residential: 1 clothes washer and 1 dishwasher per year Commercial:3 clothes washers and 3 dishwashers per year Equipment Requirements: Must be ENERGY STAR rated Project Must have original receipt and verification that the washing machinr Review/Certification: ENERGY STAR rated Website: http://www.ci.iongmont.co.uslipc/ Summary: Longmont Power and Communications offers an incentive for its residential and commercial c install energy efficient washing machines and dishwashers.The rebate application is available program website.The original receipt or other manufacturer documentation must be shown ul of the rebate. Contact: Longmont Power&Communications Customer Service 1100 South Sherman Street Longmont, CO 80501 Phone: (303)651-8386 Phone 2:(303)651-8376 E-Mail: CoolingRebate@prpa.org Web site: httpl/ci.longmont.co.usApc Loveland Water& Power-Commercial Cooling Efficiency Program Last DSIRE Review., 1012212008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Heat pumps,Air conditioners Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial Incentive Amount: Varies by size and efficiency from$50-$65/ton Equipment Requirements: Qualifying efficiency rating varies by system size.minimum EER of Project For rebate totals greater than$5,000,approval by Platte River is re Review/Certification: prior to installation. Website: h_ttp;//www.prpa.org/ httn://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaQeTd=1&RF.=I&F._.. 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 30 of 61 productservices/crppoverview.htm Summary: Loveland Water and Power, in collaboration with the Platte River Power.Authority,offers its cc and industrial customers an incentive to install energy efficient central air conditioners and he: The incentive amount is$65/ton for systems with a minimum efficiency rating of 13 SEER anc Btu/h or lower,and$50/ton for systems with a minimum efficiency rating of 11.0 EER betweer and 134,999 Btu/h:a rating of 10.8 between 135,000 Btu/h and 239,999 Btu/h and a rating of system is 240,000 Btu/h or higher.All systems must meet minimum efficiency standards desc their website. Rebate qualifications and amounts are subject to change at any time.Program 1 cancelled without notice. Customers should check the.Platte River website or contact their eqt dealer to determine the current status of the program before applying for a rebate. Contact: Platte River Power Authority Rebate Program Administrator 2000 East Horsetooth Road Fort Collins,CO 80525 Phone: (970)226-4000 Fax: (970)229-5244 E-Mail: electricefficiepcy@pfpa,org Web site: httpW___,prpa_org/default.htm Loveland Water and Power Customer Service 500 East Third Street Civic Center Complex,South Annex Loveland,CO 80537 Phone: (970)962-3000 E-Mail: stanfg@ci.loveland.co.us Web site:http://www.ci.loveland.co.us/WP/power/main.htm Loveland Water& Power-Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review: 10/22/2008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Lighting, Furnaces,Boilers, Heat pumps,Air conditioners, Compre: Technologies: Motors, Processing and Manufacturing Equipment, Custom/Others approval Applicable Sectors: Commercial,Industrial Incentive Amount: Energy Incentive:$.10 per annual kWh saved Demand Incentive: $500 per kW saved during Summer Peak Perio, Maximum Incentive: 60%of project cost or$70,000 per year Website: http://www.prpa.org/ productsery ces/eepoyerview.htm Summary: http://www.dsireusa.ore/Iibrarv/includes/mai).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaizeld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 31 of 61 Loveland Water and Power,in collaboration with Platte River Power Authority offers an incent business customers to install new or retrofitted energy efficient equipment in their facilities. PI: Power Authority's website does not explicitly specify eligible measures. Instead they leave it o customers to find the best way to save energy within their facilities. During the summer peak 1 3 to 7 pm,June through August, Platte River will reward participating facilities with a$500 per reduced rebate.All other times participants are awarded$.10 per annual kW saved. Projects; for funding only if an application is processed by LPC or Platte River prior to beginning work. limit of$70,000 per customer per year. For energy efficient lighting, Loveland Water and Power offers the LightentlP Program. Incenl depending on the types of fixtures and whether the lights are being installed in a new constru< they are replacing less efficient lights in an existing building. For retrofit projects, rebates rang $500-$550/kW. Specific rates are listed on the program website. Contact: Platte River Power Authority Rebate Program Administrator 2000 East Horsetooth Road Fort Collins,CO 80525 Phone: (970)226-4000 Fax: (970)229-5244 E-Mail:electricefficiency@prpa.org _ Web site: http//www,prpa o_rg/default.htm Loveland Water and Power Customer Service 500 East Third Street Civic Center Complex,South Annex Loveland,CO 80537 Phone:(970)962-3000 E-Mail: stanfg@ci,_loveland._co us Web site: http://www.ci.loveland.co.us/WP/Dower/main.htm Mountain View Electric Association, Inc-Energy Efficiency Credit Program Last DSIRE Review: 1012212008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Water Heaters,Heat pumps, Motors Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial,Residential,Agricultural Incentive Amount: Heat Pumps:$125-$150 per ton Terminal Unit:$85/unit Resistance Heating/ETS:$6-$16/kW Electric Water Heater:$50/unit plus additional rebate for timer and warranty Equipment Requirements: Heat Pump: minimum of 11 EER,2.8 COP and/or 12 SEER Terminal Unit: minimum SEER 10.6, HSPF 7.0 Water Heater: minimum of 30 gallon,six year warranty,and .84 en< factor Electric Motor: must be NEMA rated standard efficiency Installation Requirements: Participation in Power Partnership Program may be required. Website: http:/hvww.mve,a.coop/documents/Credits%2QProgramO7.pdf httn://www.dsireusa.oriz/library/includes/mai).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPa2cld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 32 of 61 Summary: Mountain View Electric Association, Inc.(MVEA)and Tri-State Generation and Transmission, Inc.,MVEA's power supplier,will pay credits to MVEA customers who install selected electrici systems and/or selected electrical appliances.The items covered by this credit program are p detail online.Application must be submitted within 180 days of installation. Contact: Member Services Mountain View Electric Association, Inc. 1655 5th Street Limon,CO 80828-1600 Phone:(719)775-2861 Phone 2:(800)388-9881 Fax:(719)775-9513 E-Mail: memberservices@mvea.org Web site: http://www.mvea.coop Namaste Solar Electric -PV Grant Program for Nonprofits Last DSIRE Review. 12/202008 Incentive Type: Private Grant Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Nonprofit, Website: http://www.namastesolar.com/donation,s.htm] Summary: Namaste Solar Electric,a Boulder-based,employee-owned solar electric company provides g help local non-profits install photovoltaic(PV)systems on their buildings.The grants are fund( of the company's annual revenue. Two types of grants are available through the program: matching grants and full grants. Mat& allow nonprofits to install PV systems with minimal investments.Namaste Solar's contribution determined by calculating the retail price of the solar system and deducting the utility rebate a (generally 50%-60%).Namaste Solar will contribute 50%of the remaining amount.The nonpr contribution can be secured through other grants,fundraisers or angel donors,or with general funds.With full grants,Namaste Solar donates 100%of the post-rebate cost of the solar syst( Eligible organizations must be registered 501(c)(3)nonprofits,share Namaste Solar's values serve the Denver/Boulder area,and benefit from a solar installation.Although Namaste Solar prioritize any particular issue for solar installation donations,it prefers to support organization for positive environmental and social change. Applications for the next grant cycle are due January 29,2010. Contact: Heather Leanne Nangle Namaste Solar Electric, Inc. htti)://www.dsireusa.ore/librarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaizeld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 33 of 61 2639 Spruce Street Boulder,CO 80302 Phone: (303)447-0300 Ext.220 E-Mail: hlnangle@namastesolar.com Web site:http//www.namastesolar.com Poudre Valley REA-Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review. 10/22/2008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Water Heaters, Heat pumps Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: Water Heater: $70-$125 per unit plus additional incentives if certa features are met Heat Pumps:$275-$400 per ton Equipment Requirements: Must meet applicable efficiency standards Website: http:/./WV.A.Y.pvrea,.com/members/`r-ebates/index.html Summary: Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association,a Touchstone Energy Cooperative,offers a resident efficiency rebate program for qualified residential water heaters and heat pumps. Incentive an on size and efficiency of the system;specific details are listed on the program web site. Contact: Mark Daily Poudre Valley REA PO Box 272550 Fort Collins,CO 80527-2550 Phone: (970)282-6463 Fax: (970)226-2123 E-Mail: pvrea@pvrea.com Web site:http://www.pvrea.com Renewable Energy Property Tax Assessment Last DSIRE Review:0512212008 Incentive Type: Property Tax Assessment Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics, Landfill Gas,Wind, Biomass, Technologies: Hydroelectric,Geothermal Electric,Municipal Solid Waste,Anaerot Digestion Applicable Sectors: Commercial Amount: Varies depending on rate set annually by the Division of Property T Website: http://www.dola.state,.co.us/ hnp://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/mai).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaeeld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 34 of 61 dpt/state_assessed/index.htm Authority 1: CRS.39.4-102(e)et seq. Date Enacted: 2001 Summary: In Colorado, property tax for utility-scale electric-generating facilities is based on installed cost Renewable-energy facilities installed are assessed property taxes as though their installed co: comparable to those of nonrenewable-energy facilities.The incremental value of the renewab above the nonrenewable facilities is disregarded.The Colorado Division of Property Taxation responsible for determining the nonrenewable comparison value each year. For 2008,the nor facility value was determined to be$1,008 per kilowatt(KW)for renewable energy projects up megawatts(MW),and$420 per kW for systems over 100 MW,with other values for various si between 5Mw and 100M W(see methodology).This valuation methodology applies to renewa generators that are connected to the transmission system. It does not apply to customer-sited In 2006,Colorado enacted HB 06-1275,which declared that using installed cost alone as a N assessing wind energy was not"just and equal because of wide variations in the production o from wind turbines, because of the uncertainty of wind available for energy production,and bE cost of constructing a wind energy facility is significantly more expensive than any other utility facility."Property taxes for wind-energy facilities installed on or after June 1,2006,are assess separate calculation method based on cost,the revenue generated from electricity sales, and multiplier.Wind facilities in operation prior to June 1,2006,are assessed using the same metl other renewables. Contact: Deb Myer Department of Local Affairs Division of Property Taxation 1313 Sherman Street,#419 Denver,CO 80203 Phone:((30)3)-866- E-Mail: deb.mygT@state_co.us Web site: h4p:/Mnwv.dola.state.co.us/dptlndex.htm Sangre De Cristo Electric Association - Energy Efficiency Credit Program Last DSIRE Review: 11/0512008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Refrigerators/Freezers,Water Heaters,Heat pumps, Space Heatini Applicable Sectors: Commercial,Residential Incentive Amount: Space Heater:$10/kW for resistive heat,$25AW for ETS Water Heater:$100/unit Energy Star Refridgerator/Freezer:$40/unit Eligible System Size: Space Heater: Minimum installation of 1,000 watts Water Heater:Minimum unit size of 30 gallons Equipment Requirements: Fulfills efficiency requirements on webpage Project Inspection and Qualification Report must be signed by the member Review/Certification: SDCEA representative Website: http;//www.mvelectric.coop/products/eec.cfm httD://www.dsircusa.orc!Aibrarv/includes/mat).cfm?State=CO&CufrentPaaeld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 35 of 61 Summary: The Sangre De Cristo Electric Association(SDCEA)offers the Energy Efficiency Credit Progn rebate program for space heaters and water heaters that run on off-peak time periods and En refrigerators and freezers. For Space Heating,only permanent installations are eligible for this program and the minimun allowed is 1,000 watts.To receive this rebate,the insulation levels in the ceiling+walls must i for existing construction and R-49 for new construction.Rebate amounts are:$10 per kilowatt resistive devices,$25 per kilowatt for electric thermal storage devices and$25 per timer instal must be requested within 180 days of installation. Heat pumps are also eligible for rebates;cu should contact SDCEA for more information on amounts and eligibility. New and replacement water heaters are also eligible for rebates under this program. Eligible heaters are at least 30 gallons, have a six-year warranty,and satisfy the energy factor require the program website.Water heaters are eligible for a$100 rebate per unit, and a$25 rebate F device. In addition,the customer can receive a$25 rebate for purchasing a lifetime warranty c heater. The Energy Star Refrigerator and Freezer program provides rebates of$40/unit for customers submit a receipt and an application signed by an SDCEA representative within 180 days of thl purchase. To apply for these rebates,customers should contact the SDCEA Member Services Departmr a site inspection and fill out the necessary forms. Contact: Program Manager-SDCEA Sangre De Cristo Electric Association 29780 North U.S. Highway 24 P.O.Box 2013 Buena Vista, CO 81211 Phone: (719)395-2412 Phone 2: (800)933-3823 Fax:(719)395-8742 E-Mail: info@myelectric.coop Web site: http://www.myelectric.coop/ SourceGas-Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review:0312312009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Equipment Insulation,Water Heaters, Furnaces, Boilers, Programn Technologies: Thermostats, Duct/Air sealing, Building Insulation, Infrared Heating Equipment Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: Furnace:$200-$300, depending on efficiency Boiler: $150 Hot Water Heater: $50(tank);$300(tankless) Programmable Thermostat:$25 Insulation:50%of cost Miscellaneous Hot Water Insulation and Infiltration Measures: $25 Infrared Heating:$500 httD://www.dsireusa.org/librarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 36 of 61 Maximum Incentive: Insulation:$1,000 Miscellaneous Hot Water Insulation and Infiltration Measures:minir purchase of$40 Programmable Thermostats:2 per account Eligible System Size: Furnaces:minimum of 92%AFUE rating Boiler: minimum of 84%AFUE rating Hot Water Heaters: minimum EF of 62(tank);82(tankless) Insulation:existing ceiling insulation must be less than R-20 and wi insulation of R-0 Programmable Thermostat:must be Energy Star Website: http://excessisout.com/ sou rcega s/how_we_can_hel p/red uce_and_re bate Summary: SourceGas offers the Excess is Out Program for its residential customers in Colorado.The pr, offers a low-cost energy audit as well as multiple energy efficient equipment rebates.The Rec Rebate Program offers incentives for energy efficient furnaces,boilers, hot water heaters, pro thermostats,insulation,tank wrap,pipe wrap,caulk,weather stripping,and infrared heating.R equipment must meet certain energy efficiency standards listed on the program website.Appl the high efficiency,natural,gas equipment_rebate and the insulation and air sealing rebate can downloaded from the program website.Applications must be submitted(with a copy of the receipt1invoice)within 60 days of product purchase date. Contact: Excess is Out 3800 Watt Ave. Suite 105 Sacramento, CA 95821 Phone:(866)971-7347 E-Mail: excessisout@egia_org Web site: http://exe.essisou.t_com! United Power-Energy Efficiency Rebate Program Last DSIRE Review: 11/05/2008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Water Heaters, Heat pumps,Air conditioners,Motors, Electric Heat Technologies: Holiday Lighting Eligible Renewable/Other Geothermal Heat Pumps Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial,Residential Incentive Amount: Geothermal Heat Pump:$2,500 Heat Pump A/C:$400 plus additional incentive based on type of pu Terminal Units:$150(12,000 BTU per hr. min.capacity)plus additi incentive Electric water heater: $20 electric to electric replacement,$200-$t units installed in new homes or conversions from fossil fuel units Electric heaters:$350/unit Electric Motor:Varied,may be negotiated based on size Eligible System Size: Water heater:2.5 kW minimum size of the unit. Equipment Requirements: Heat pumps: Check with United Power's Energy Management Tear httn://www.dsireusa.orizAibrarv/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaeeld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 37 of 61 details on SEER Ratings before making any purchases Water heater: Must have R-16 manufacturer insulation or equivaler Applies to both new or replacement units. Expiration Date: Holiday Lighting Program:January 31,2009 Project Inspection and qualification report must be signed by an Energy Review/Certification: Management Representative Website: http;//www.unitedpower.com/rebate.aspx Summary: United Power offers rebates for the installation of a variety of energy efficienct equipment inch heating and cooling systems,water heaters, and motors.Customers should contact a United I Member Services representative prior to purchasing and installing any new equipment to enSL requirements are met.All credits must be requested within 180 days of installation.An inspect signed by a United Power Energy Management Specialist is required to qualify for any of thes More details about the program can be found in United Power's Energy-Efficiency Credits pro! In addition,during the holiday season, United Power offers a rebate for energy efficienct LED lights. Rebates of$2 per strand of 49 lights of less and$4 per strands of 50 lights or more,wil as a credit on the customer's bill.To be eligible,the customer must submit the receipt, box en rebate application before January 31,2009. Contact: Energy Management Team United Power 500 Cooperative Way Brighton,CO 80603 Phone: (303)659-0551 Phone 2: (800)468-8809 . Web site:www.unitedpower.com Xcel Energy -Business Energy Efficiency Rebate Programs Last DS1RE Review: 1012112008 Incentive Utility Rebate Program Type: Eligible Lighting,Chillers, Heat pumps,Air conditioners,Compressed air,Motors, Efficiency Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building, Custom/Others pending Technologies: approval Applicable Commercial Sectors: Incentive Amount: Varies by technology Website: http:/Avww.xcelenergy.com/ Business/Programs_Resources/Conservatiebates Incentiv_es_Business/Pa( Summary: Xcel Energy offers rebate programs for Colorado commercial customers for a wide range of e efficiency technologies including heating and cooling, motors,lighting,and refrigeration. In me htti)://www.dsireusa.oriz/library/includes/mai).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaReId=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 38 of 61 Xcel energy will cover atleast part of the cost of the assesment,in addition to the equipment it rebate. If the customer would like to make energy efficiency improvements that are not indudr specific rebate programs,they may be eligble for the custom rebate program. Information on i amounts and efficiency specifications can be found at the program website. In conjunction with these prescriptive and custom rebate programs,Xcel Energy also offers dt assistance and recommissioning diagnosis for commercial customers. Energy Design Assista for new construction,additions, or major renovations to commercial spaces over 50,000 sq.ft. housing/condiminium projects over 150,000 square feet. Contact: Customer Service Xcel Energy Business Programs 1225 17th Street, Suite 1300 Denver,CO 80202 Phone:(800)895-4999 Web site:http://www.xcel.energy.comfXLW-EB/CDA/. Xcel Energy - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Programs Last DSIRE Review:0112812009 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Water Heaters, Furnaces, Boilers, Programmable Thermostats Applicable Sectors: Residential Incentive Amount: Furnace:$100(upgrade),$200(conversion) Boiler:$150 Water Heater:$100-$200 depending on type Programmable Thermostat(w/furnace upgrade): $25 Equipment Requirements: Furnaces: 95%AFUE or more Boilers:90%AFUE or more Expiration Date: Gas Appliance Rebates: 12/15/2009 Website: http//www.xcelenergycom/ Residential/Programs_Resources-/Pages/Programs_Resou rces.asr Summary: Xcel Energy residential natural gas customers in Wisconsin are eligible for rebates when buyii qualifying high-efficiency furnaces,boilers,water heaters, and programmable thermostats(wit upgrade). In addition, in areas where Xcel Energy does not offer natural gas,customers who 4 electric water heater to a qualifying more efficient model are eligible for a$200. In order to qu; rebate,the customers must be on Xcel Energy's Time-of-Day rate or Limited Off-Peak rate. For the Time-of-Day incentive,customers that voluntarily curtail their energy usage during pea of the day are eligible for a lower energy rate on their monthly bills. For the Saver's Switch prc customers that install a switch to allow Xcel Energy to cycle their air conditioning on and off at for a bill credit of$25 during each summer month. Contact: _ Customer Service httD://www.dsircusa.orv/iibrarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 39 of 61 Xcel Energy Residential Programs 1225 17th Street,Suite 1300 Denver,CO 80202 Phone:(800)895-4999 Web site: http:/Iwww.xcelenergy.com/XLWEB/CDA/ Xcel Energy -Solar'Rewards Program Last DSIRE Review: 1012712008 Incentive Type: Utility Rebate Program Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial,Residential, Nonprofit Incentive Amount: Systems between 0.5 kW and 10.0 kW:$2101 DC plus REC payme to$1.50NV Systems between 10.001 kW and 100.0 kW:$2NV DC plus REC p� of$0.115/kWh for 20 yrs. Systems between 100.001 kW and 2.0 MW,determined through RI process Maximum Incentive:$35,000 for systems up to 10 kW; $200,000 for the rebate portion for systems>10 kW up to 100 kW Eligible System Size: Small:0.5 kW- 10.0 kW DC; Medium: 10.001 kW- 100.0 kW, Large: 100.001 kW-2.0 MW Equipment Requirements: Eligible modules and inverters are listed on the California Energy Commission web site; , Solar systems must carry a five-year warranty from both the manuf: and the installer,including parts and labor. Ownership of Renewable Energy Credits: Xcel Energy Website: http://www.xcelenergy.com/ RESIDENTIAURENE WABLEENERGY/SOLAR_REWARDS/Page: Effective Date: 3/1/2006 Summary: Xcel Energy's Solar'Rewards Program provides an incentive of up to$3.50-per-watt(DC)for who install grid-connected photovoltaic(PV)systems ranging from 0.5 kilowatts(kW)to 10 kV capacity.The incentive is structured as a$2.00-per-watt rebate and a renewable-energy credi payment of up to$1.50 per watt'.The REC payment may be adjusted,either up or down,bas calculation of a system's expected electricity output, compared with an optimally oriented,fixe tracking)system at the customer's location, but only if the calculated system output differs froi optimally oriented system output by more than 10%. Battery storage is not covered by the reb To qualify for a solar rebate, participants must submit an application and receive approval fror Energy prior to installing the system.A list of PV modules and inverters eligible for the rebate on the California Energy Commission's web,site.All PV systems must carry a five-year warrar both the manufacturer and the installer,including parts and labor. Net metering is available for Xcel Energy's customers,with net excess generation(NEG)at th monthly billing period credited to the next month's bill. If a customer has NEG at the end of a< year,the customer will be paid for the credit at a rate comparable to the utility's avoided-cost r httn://www.dsireusa.ore/librarv/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPa2eld=]&RE=]&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 40 of 61 In January 2007,Xcel Energy launched a program for medium-sized systems(10 kW to 100 F residential and business customers in Colorado.The medium-sized program offers an upfront $2.00 per watt(DC)and monthly payments of$115 per megawatt-hour(MWh)of measured s production over the life of a 20-year contract.Visit the program web site above for the current of this program. Finally,Xcel Energy is issuing a Request for Proposals(RFP)for solar resources with comme operations beginning in the 2008 time frame.Through this solicitation,Xcel is requesting prop approximately 5 MW(DC)of solar resources that can provide a minimum of 7,000 MWh of RE solar generation resources meeting the criteria described in the RFP are eligible to bid.Xcel v acquire energy or RECs from on-site solar systems less than 100 kW(DC)or more than 2 MV nameplate capacity in this RFP. Xcel's Solar'Rewards Program was initiated to comply with Colorado's Amendment 37, appro voters in 2004.The RPS component of Amendment 37 has since been amended and now rec Colorado's investor-owned utilities,including Xcel Energy,to generate or purchase enough re energy to supply 20%of their retail electricity sales in Colorado by 2020.Of the electricity gen year from eligible renewables,at least 4%must come from solar-electric technologies.At leas of the solar requirement must be generated by systems located at customers'facilities. Under initiative, utilities are required to offer customers a minimum rebate of$2.00twatt of installed F Xcel originally offered an upfront REC payment of$2.50/wfor systems up to 10kW. Citing tl the cap on the federal ITC for residential systems,Xcel has reduced their REC payment to$1 systems installed after October 24, 2008. Contact: Pam Newell Xcel Energy 5050 N Service Drive Winona,80202 Phone: (507)457-1249 E-Mail: solarprogram@xcelenergy.com Web site:http:://www..xcelenergy.com/solar Rules, Regulations & Policies Aspen -Green Power Purchasing Last DSIRE Review: 12/13/2008 Incentive Type: Green Power Purchasing/Aggregation Eligible Renewable/Other Wind, Hydroelectric Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Local Government %Renewables: 75%by 2010(goal) Website: http://www.aspenglobalwarming.com/ whataspenisdoing.cfm Summary: httn://www.dsireusa.org/librarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPai2eld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 41 of 61 In 2005,the City of Aspen set a goal to purchase 75%of the City's energy from renewable so 2010.The City plans to increase its supply of renewable energy by ten percent, starting in 20( not to exceed$388,800 annually,and to increase renewable energy purchases by over anoth percent in 2006,at a cost not to exceed$240,200 annually.Renewable technologies include t and hydroelectric power from existing dams.As of December 2006,Aspen had accomplished provide 75%non-carbon electricity. Six local government jurisdictions in the Aspen area purchase wind power for their municipal t from Holy Cross Energy.The government entities of Carbondale,Snowmass Village, Pitkin C, County Airport, Basalt and Eagle each purchase more than 10%of their electricity from wind f The Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE),Aspen's local nonprofit energy office, closely with the City of Aspen Municipal Utility and the Glenwood Springs Municipal Utility to r green power for their customers.Aspen's Municipal Utility will be purchasing 5.75%of its enel requirements from a new wind farm in Nebraska by purchasing the output of a 1.2 MW wind tt Glenwood Springs Municipal Utility has agreed to purchase all the output from a 700 kW wind owned by Public Service of Colorado(PSCo).The municipalities voted to absorb the wind pm premium in the overall utility rate. Contact: Gary Goodson Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE) P.O. Box 9707 Aspen, CO 81612 Phone: (970)544-9808 Fax: (970)963-5691 E-Mail:gary@aspencore.org Web site: http://www.aspencore.org Aspen - Renewable Energy Mitigation Program Last DSIRE Review:0512012008 Incentive Type: Building Energy Code Eligible Efficiency Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building,Custom/Others pending Technologies: approval Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat,Solar Water Heat,Solar Space Heat, Technologies: Photovoltaics,Wind Applicable Sectors: Residential Website: http://www aspen,core.,org/sitepages/p_id3l,.php Authority 1: City of Aspen and,Pitkin County Energy Conservation,Code Date Enacted: 2000 Summary: Through the energy policy in the building code,the City of Aspen and Pitkin County regulate ti of exterior energy use for snowmelt,spas and swimming pools.The energy for these uses mt from the house energy budget or 50%can be supplied from on-site renewable energy system REMP program allows the payment of a mitigation fee instead of installing on-site renewable i systems. In addition, houses over 5,000 square feet are required to install a small renewable system on site or pay a fee of$5,000.The fee for houses over 10,000 square feet is$10,000. inception,the fund has accumulated approximately$8 million. REMP fees are dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in the Roaring I httn://www.dsireusa.oriz/librarv/includes/man.cfin?State=CO&CurrentPaeeld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 42 of 61 CORE is administering the funds and the projects with approval of the City of Aspen and Pitki REMP will offset at least 2 pounds of CO2 for every pound permitted under REMP over 20 ye Currently,the projects are offsetting 6-8 lbs.of CO2 for every pound permitted. For information on projects funded by REMP via CORE,please visit the above website and th programs in DSIRE's financial incentives section. Contact: Gary Goodson Community Office for Resource Efficiency(CORE) P.O. Box 9707 Aspen, CO 81612 Phone:(970)544-9808 Fax: (970)963-5691 E-Mail: gary@aspencore.org Web site:hfp://www.aspencore.org Aspen and Pitkin County -Efficient Building Program Last DSIRE Review:0511712008 Incentive Type: Building Energy Code Eligible Efficiency Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building,Custom/Others pending Technologies: approval Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat, Solar Water Heat,Solar Space Heat, Technologies: Photovoltaics Applicable Sectors: Residential,Construction,Multi-Family Residential Website: http://www.aspenpitkin.com/ depts/41/bidg_efficie nt.cfm Authority 1: City of Aspen and Pitkin County Efficient,Building Ordinance Effective Date: 6/19/02 Summary: The City of Aspen/Pitkin County has initiated the City of Aspen/Pitkin County.Efficient Buildinc (APES).As of February 2003,all building permit applications must include a completed APES documenting that the project has the minimum number of points for using efficient, recycled al renewable technologies and materials as well as resource efficient practices. If the project inc remodel and/or demolition/deconstruction,then the Deconstruction Plan form must be filled or addition to the Checklist. The APEB Program is designed to educate the public and the building trades about utilizing re more efficiently. Flexibility is built into the program to accommodate a wide range of alternativ, better buildings.The program addresses the reduction of construction waste,promoting recyc renewable resources,energy efficiency, indoor air quality,renewable energy,water conservat as efficient building techniques. The program is point-based.The number of points required is based on the size and type of 0 Points for solar design and technologies are available for passive solar space heating,solar H heating,active solar space heating,and photovoltaics. The APEB Guidelines can be used when completing the Checklist,and a Resource Guide ha: developed in conjunction with this program to assist in finding suppliers and other information. h"n://www.rj,;ireusa.org/librarv/inchide-/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaL,eTd=l&RF=1&F,._ 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 43 of 61 Contact: Denis Murray City of Aspen Community Development 130 S. Galena Street,3rd Floor Aspen,CO 81611 Phone:(970)920-5090 Fax: (970)920-5439 E-Mail: denism@ci.aspen_co.us Web site: http/Avww aspenpitkin.com/depts/4_t/ Boulder-Climate Action Plan Fund Last DSIRE Review: 1112512008 Incentive Type: Public Benefits Fund Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Yes;specific technologies not identified Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies not specified Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial, Residential Types: Renewable energy, energy efficiency,transportation Total Fund: $860,265 in the first year and up to$1,342,000/year thereafter throe 3/31/2013 Charge: Maximum tax rates for electricity customers: Residential:$0.0049/kWh Commercial: $0.0009/kWh Industrial: $0.0003/kWh Website: http;//www.bouldercotorado.gov/ index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=7698&ltemid=2844 Authority 1: Ballot Issue 202(Climate.Action Plan Tax) Date Enacted: 11n12006 Authority 2: Boulder Revised Code 3712 Effective Date: 4/1/2007 Expiration Date: 3/31/2013 Summary: In November 2006,citizens of Boulder, Colorado,voted to approve Ballot Issue No.202,auth city council to levy and collect an excise tax from residential,commercial and industrial electric customers for the purpose of funding a climate action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissio plan outlines programs to increase energy efficiency,increase renewable energy use, reduce from motor vehicles,and take other steps toward the goal of meeting the Kyoto Protocol. Proc currently available for the residential sector,as well as large and small businesses. Beginning April 1,2007 and expiring March 31,2013,the initial tax rate is set at$0.0022/kWh residential customers,$0.0004/kWh for commercial customers,and$0.0002/kWh for industriE customers.The city council has the authority to increase the tax after the first year up to a ma permitted tax rate of$0.0049/kWh for residential customers;$0.0009/kWh for commercial cus $0.0003/kWh for industrial customers.Voluntary purchases of utility-provided wind power are from the tax. htti)://www.dsireusa.ore/library/includes/mat).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaeeld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 44 of 61 Contact: Sarah Van Pelt City of Boulder Office of Environmental Affairs PO Box 791 Boulder, CO 80306 Phone: (303)441-1914 E-Mail: vanpelts@bouldercolorado.gov Web site:http://www.environmentalaffairs.com Boulder-Green Points Building Program Last DSIRE Review:0612312008 Incentive Type: Building Energy Code Eligible Efficiency Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building,Custom/Others pending Technologies: approval Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat,Solar Water Heat, Solar Space Heat, Technologies: Photovoltaics Applicable Sectors: Residential,Construction Residential Code: 2006 edition of the International Residential Code of the Internation Council with certain amendments;new construction and major renc must also achieve a certain amount of points under Boulders Greei Building Program Website: http://ww,w-.bouldercolorado,.goyl index.php?option=corn content&task=view&id=208&Itemid=489 Authority 1: Boulder.Revised Code_1981,_Chapter.10-7 Authority 2: Ordinance_No.7565 Date Enacted: 11/13/2007 Effective Date: 2/1/2008 Authority 3: Ordinance No.7566 Date Enacted: 10/30/2007 Effective Date: 1/2/2008 Summary: The Boulder Green Points Building Program is a mandatory residential green building progran requires a builder or homeowner to include a variety of sustainable building components base size of the proposed structure.Similar to the US Green Building Council's LEED program,the Green Points program awards points for a menu of sustainable building practices. Renewable technologies are among the optional components a builder can use to earn points. In addition points requirements, new construction projects also must show energy efficiency compliance I Home Energy Rating System(HERS).The required HERS index varies according to the size dwelling. Contact: Elizabeth Vasatka City of Boulder Boulder, CO 80306 Phone: (303)441-1964 Fax:(303)441-4070 E-Mail:vasatkae@ci.boulder.co.us httn://www.dsireusa.org/librarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 45 of 61 Web site:www.environmentalaffairs.com Boulder-Green Power Purchasing Last DSIRE Review:09/02/2008 Incentive Type: Green Power Purchasing/Aggregation Eligible Renewable/Other Wind Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Local Government Website:http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/ index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=7730&Itemid=2853 Summary: The City of Boulder purchases a portion of its electricity supply from wind power through Xcel Windsource program and Renewable Choice Energy, headquartered in Colorado. Boulder pui approximately 470,000 kWh annually to provide clean power for its municipal buildings.Bould installed a solar water heating system with 128 thermal panels on one of its city-owned pools. also in the process of installing a 1030 kW of solar panels at various city facilities.These insta be completed by the end of 2008. Contact: Kevin Afflerbaugh City of Boulder Office of Environmental Affairs Boulder,CO 80306 Phone:(303)4414191 Fax: (303)441-4070 E-Mail:A.flerbaughk@bouldercolorado.gov Boulder-Solar Access Ordinance Last DSIRE Review:07/07/2008 Incentive Type: Solar Access Law/Guideline Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat,Solar Water Heat, Solar Space Heat, S4 Technologies: Thermal Electric,Photovoltaics Applicable Sectors: Residential, Construction Website: http.J bouldercolorado.gov/ ,til.es/PDS/".c..od-els/`solrsh-ad.pdf Authority 1: Municipal Code of Boulder 9-9-17 Summary: httn://www.dsircusa.ore/librarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageTd=1&RF.=1&F__. 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 46 of 61 The City of Boulder's solar access ordinance guarantees access,or"solar fences,"to sunlight homeowners and renters in the city.This is done by setting limits on the amount of permitted new construction.A solar access permit is available to those who have installed or who plan I. solar energy system and need more protection than is provided by the ordinance. For new de, all units which are not planned to incorporate solar features must be sited to provide good sol; They must also have roofs capable of supporting at least 75 square feet of solar collectors pe: unit. Non-residential buildings have similar requirements for siting.When applying for a buildir simple shadow analysis must be submitted to the city's building department. Contact: Customer Service City of Boulder Building Services Center P.O.Box 791 1739 Broadway,Third Floor Boulder,CO 80306 Phone: (303)441-1880 Fax:(303)441-3241 Web site:http:/Iwww.boulderplandevelop.net Colorado - Net Metering Last DSIRE Review:0410412008 Incentive Type: Net Metering Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics,Wind, Biomass,Geothermal Technologies: Recycled Energy,Small Hydroelectric, Fuel Cells using Renewable Applicable Sectors: Commercial,Industrial, Residential Limit on System Size: IOUs:2 MW Electric cooperatives and municipal utilities: 10 kW for residential;2 for commercial and industrial Limit on Overall Enrollment: None Treatment of Net Excess: Credited to customer's next bill; IOUs: utility pays customer at end c calendar year for excess kWh credits at the average hourly incremE cost for that year.Co-ops and Munis:annual reconciliation at a rate deemed appropriate by the utility.The annual period is undefined. Utilities Involved: All IOUs and co-ops; munis with more than 5,000 customers Interconnection Yes.Interconnection is governed by PUC rules for IOUs and co-op! Standards for Net H1308-1160,the PUC has initiated a new rule making to revisit Metering? interconnection rules for co-ops. Interconnection rules for munis mr "functionally similar"to PUC rules for IOUs. Authority 1: C.R.S.40-2-124 Authority 2: 4 CCR.723-3,Rule 3664 Date Enacted: 12/15/2005 Effective Date: 7/2/2006 Authority 3: C,.R.S._40-9.5-118 Summary: In December 2005,the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC)adopted standards for ne and interconnection,as required by Amendment 37,a renewable-energy ballot initiative apprc htto://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 47 of 61 Colorado voters in November 2004.The PUC standards apply to the state's investor-owned u (IOUs). Systems up to two megawatts(MW)in capacity that generate electricity using qualifying renei energy resources are eligible for net metering in IOU service territories. Municipal and cooper are subject to lesser maximums as described below. Electricity generated at a customer's site applied toward meeting a utility's renewable-generation requirement under Colorado's renewa standard(RPS).The RPS mandates that 4%of the renewables requirement be met with solai. half of this percentage must come from solar electricity generated at customers'facilities. For Colorado's net-metering rules,any customer net excess generation (NEG)in a given mon applied as a kilowatt-hour(kWh)credit to the customer's next bill. If in a calendar year a Gusto generation exceeds consumption,the utility must reimburse the customer for the excess gene the utility's average hourly incremental cost for the prior 12-month period. If a customer-generator does not own a single bi-directional meter, then the utility must provid of charge.Systems over 10 kilowatts(kW)in capacity require a second meter to measure the the counting of renewable-energy credits(RECs). Customers accepting IOU incentive paymei surrender all renewable energy credits(RECs)for the next 20 years. Cooperative and municif are free to develop their own incentive programs at their discretion but they are not subject to specific requirements of the RPS. House Bill 08-1160,enacted in March 2008,requires municipal utilities with more than 5,000 c and all cooperative utilities to offer net-metering.The new law allows residential systems up tc capacity and commercial and industrial systems up to 25 kW to be credited monthly at the reti any net excess generation their systems produce.Co-ops and municipal utilities are authorize these minimum size standards.The statute also requires the utilities to pay for any remaining end of an annual period but does not define what the annual period is,nor the rate at which it The law says the utilities will make a payment based on a"rate deemed appropriate by the uti new law also required the PUC to open a new rutemaking to determine if the existing intercon standards adopted in 4 CCR 723-3, Rule 3665 should be modified for co-ops. Municipal utiliti( required to adopt rules"functionally similar"to the existing PUC rules, but may reduce or waiv insurance requirements. Contact: Richard Mignogna Colorado Public Utilities Commission 1560 Broadway,Suite 250 Denver, CO 80202 Phone:(303)894-2871 E-Mail: richard.mignogna@dorastate co.us Web site: http://www.dora_state._Go.uslPUC_ Colorado Building Energy Code Last DSIRE Review:0411612009 Incentive Type: Building Energy Code Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential Residential Code: 2003 IECC or any successor edition is the minimum energy code fc jurisdiction that has adopted a building code;can use REScheck to compliance. Commercial Code: 2003 IECC or any successor edition is the minimum energy code f: jurisdiction that has adopted a building code;can use COMcheck tc compliance. In any area that does not adopt or enforce local codes. httt)://www.dsireusa.orR/library/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaizeld=I&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 48 of 61 1993 MEC is mandatory for hotels, motels,and multifamily dwelling Code Change Cycle: No set schedule. Most recent code update July 1,2007. Jurisdictions: 2006 IECC:Adams County,Arapahoe County,Arvada,Aurora, Ba: Castle Rock,Centennial,Collbran,Colorado State Buildings,Corte: DeBeque, Denver, Durango, Edgewater, Englewood, Fort Lupton, I Fruita, Golden, Grand Junction,Greeley,Greenwood Village, Hotct Lakewood, Larimer County,Longmont, Louisville, Mesa County Re Palisade, Parker,Salida,Thornton,Westminster 2004 Supplement:Trinidad 2003 IECC: Boulder, Boulder County,Broomfield City,Broomfield Brush, Carbondale,Central City,Colorado Division of Housing, Col Springs,Commerce City, Delta, Eagle, Eagle County,El Paso Coui Estes Park, Federal Heights, Fort Morgan, Fountain,Gunnison,Gu County, Ignacio,Jamestown,Jefferson Country,Johnstown,La Pla County, Lafayette,Moffat County,Morrison,Northglenn,Orchard C Pikes Peak Regional Building Department, Pueblo County, San Mi( County,Sheridan,Snowmass Village, Superior,Teller County,Tri-i Monument Fire Rescue,Vail,Wheat Ridge 2000 IECC:Cherry Hills Village, Nederland Website: http://,www.bcap-energy.org/node/57 Summary: Much of the information presented in this summary is drawn from the U.S. Department of Ene Building Energy Codes Program and the Building Codes Assistance Project(BCAP). For mon information about building energy codes, visit the DOE and BCAP websites. Colorado is a home rule state so no statewide energy code exists.Voluntary adoption of enen encouraged and efforts through OEMC and DOE grants are directed toward informing local ju of the benefits of energy efficiency standards and providing materials and training to support( implementation.Compliance is based on the requirements of the local jurisdictions. Local enforcement agencies in jurisdictions that have adopted building codes are required to provisions of the residential energy code at the local level, but may adopt their own requireme state approval. Inspections are required as a part of the established building inspection proce: special inspection requirements exist for state-owned and-funded buildings.These inspectior handled by the local enforcement agencies. HB 07-1146 requires any county or municipality that has a building code in place to adopt a m energy code standard of the 2003 IECC or 2006 IECC by July 1,2008-Jurisdictions without b codes will be exempt. Contact: Ed Lewis Colorado Office of Energy Management and Conservation(OEMC) 225 E. 16th Ave. Denver, CO 80203 Phone: (303)894-2383 Fax: (303)894-2388 Web site:http://www.coloradoenergy.org Denver-Green Building Requirement for City-Owned Buildings Last DS1RE Review.'0411112008 httD://www.dsireusa.or2/library/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaizeld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 49 of 61 Incentive Type: Energy Standards for Public Buildings Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat,Solar Water Heat, Solar Space Heat, S( Technologies: Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics,Wind, Small Hydroelectric Applicable Sectors: Local Government Goal: The City will reduce energy use one percent annually,and five per( 2011 relative to the 2006 baseline level,measured per building squ in City facilities,and per passenger at the Denver International Airp Requirement: All applicable new City building construction and major renovations built and certified to at least the LEED-NC(New Construction)SiIvE standard,and achieve Energy Star status. Website:http://www.gre,enprintdenver.orglabout/eo.php Authority 1: Executive Order 123 Date Enacted: 10/24/2007 Summary: Executive Order 123, signed in October 2007,established the Greenprint Denver Office and t Sustainability Policy for the city.The Sustainability Policy includes several goals and requirem to increase the sustainability of Denver by having the city government lead by example. At the heart of the Sustainability Policy is the requirement for all new city-owned building projE 5,000 square feet to achieve LEED'-NC (New Construction)Silver certification and Energy St whenever technically and financially feasible.Additionally,major renovations that affect more a city building's square footage or that include major HVAC renovation, envelope modification interior rehabilitation and where the building has a useful life of more than 15 years must also LEED Silver and Energy Star certification.All city-owned building projects that do not fall withi qualifying parameters must all appropriate LEED principles but are not subjected to a certifica requirement. In addition to green building guidelines,the Executive Order also establishes a goal for the cit its energy consumption by one percent annually relative to the 2006 baseline level, measured building square foot in City facilities,and per passenger at the Denver International Airport. It; establishes water conservation,fleet efficiency,and recycling requirements for the city govern requires the city to favor recycled and energy efficient office supplies and equipment for certai equipment types. 'The USGBC LEED Rating System is a voluntary, consensus-based national standard for de% high-performance, sustainable buildings. Click here_for more information on the national LEEC Contact: Scott Morrissey Greenprint Denver Office of the Mayor 1437 Bannock Street,Room 350 Denver, CO 80202 Phone:(720)865-9047 E-Mail: Scott.Morrissey@denvergov.org Web site: http:/Avww.greenprintdenver.org Eagle County -Eagle County Efficient Building Code (ECObuild) Last DSIRE Review.'07/16/2008 httn://www.dsireusa.orv/librarv/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=]&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 50 of 61 Incentive Type: Building Energy Code Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Residential,Multi-Family Residential Website: http://www.eaglecounty.us/commDev/ecobuild.cfm Summary: In an effort to reduce county-wide energy consumption and improve the environment, Eagle C established their own efficient building code(ECObuild)which applies to all new construction. renovations/additions over 50%of the existing floor area of single-family and multi-family resit commercial buildings. The code is based on a point system with points awarded for various energy efficient and rern energy equipment, as well as sustainable design and construction techniques.The amount of required by the code for single-family homes ranges from 40 to 100, increasing with floor area also applies to exterior energy uses such as snowmelt, spas,and pools,and applies a fee for amenities unless an onsite renewable energy system offsets their energy use.Commercial an family buildings must score at least 70 points. Homes and businesses which fail to achieve the level of points required by the code are subje which is a function of the number of points missed and the floor area of the home. Conversely projects which achieve more points than required by the code may receive a 25%rebate on It fee,not to exceed$5,000. Contact: Adam Palmer Eagle County Community Development Dept. PO Box 179 500 Broadway Eagle, CO 81631-0179 Phone:(970)328-8734 E-Mail:adam.palmer@eag lecounty.us Web site: http.//www eaglecounty us/commDev/ Fort Collins -Electric Energy Supply Policy Last DSIRE Review:03/25/2008 Incentive Type: Renewables Portfolio Standard Eligible Efficiency Technologies:Yes;specific technologies not identified Eligible Renewable/Other Renewable Energy Technologies-unspecified Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Utility Standard: 2%by 2004. 15%by 2017 Technology Minimum: No Credit Trading: No Website: http://fcgov.com/electric/energy_policy.php Authority 1: Electric Energy E upply_Policy Date Enacted: 3/25/03 http://www.dsireusa.org/librarv/includes/mat).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPa2eld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 51 of 61 Summary: On March 25,2003,the Fort Collins City Council approved the Electric Energy Supply Policy. other objectives,the policy directs the municipal utility to increase the amount of electricity gei from renewable energy.The policy specifies that a minimum of 2%of electricity be generated renewable energy by 2004, increasing to 15%by 2017. In November of 2003,the City Council approved an electric rate increase of 2%to fund the er objectives,with 1%directed for demand side management(DSM)programs and 1%for renev energy. Renewable energy comprised 2.3%of purchased power for 2004,slightly exceeding I policy target. Platte River Power Authority(PRPA)supplies all renewable energy to Fort Collins under a sin wholesale tariff structure. Qualified renewable energy sources are limited to: • Solar-energy systems(photovoltaic or solar thermal electric) • Wind turbines • Geothermal systems • Biomass generation systems • Hydroelectric units with a nameplate rating of 10 megawatts(MW)or less Renewable energy delivered to municipalities under this tariff shall be comprised of either: (i) generated from renewable energy sources,inclusive of the environmental attributes associate those sources,or(ii)Platte River system energy combined with renewable energy certificates from qualified sources. The purpose of the policy is to provide strategic objectives regarding system reliability, rates a environment to guide the electric utility into the future as it continues to provide the citizens of with reliable and competitively priced electric service, in partnership with PRPA. Policy objecti the following: • Reduce per capita electric consumption 10%by 2012(from 2002 baseline); • Reduce per capita peak day electric demand 15%by 2012(from 2002 baseline); • Work with PRPA to increase the city's percentage of renewable energy to 2%by the e and 15%by the end of 2017; • Continue to provide high standards of reliability • Continue to provide competitive electric rate Contact: John Phelan, PE Fort Collins Utilities 700 Wood Street P.O.Box 580 Fort Collins,CO 80522 Phone: (970)416-2539 Fax: (970)221-6619 E-Mail:jphelan@fcgov.com Web site: http:/tfcgpv.com/utilities Fort Collins-Green Building Requirement for City-Owned Buildings Last DSIRE Review: 12/23/2008 httn://www.dsireusa.org/librarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPapeld=l&RF.=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 52 of 61 Incentive Type: Energy Standards for Public Buildings Eligible Efficiency Technologies: Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat,Solar Water Heat,Solar Space Heat, Si Technologies: Thermal Process Heat, Photovoltaics,Wind,Biomass,Geothermal Pumps, Daylighting, Small Hydroelectric Applicable Sectors: Local Government Goal: LEED Gold certification for all new City-owned buildings of 5,000 s( feet or more Authority 1: City Council Resolution 2006-096 Date Enacted: 9/5/2006 Effective Date: 915/2006 Summary: The City Council of Fort Collins passed a resolution in September 2006,establishing green bi for new city-owned buildings of 5,000 square feet or more.New buildings must be designed a constructed to achieve LEED"Gold certification, and existing buildings should use the LEED t a guide for sustainable operation and maintenance,though no specific requirements are estal To control the construction and design costs associated with new buildings meeting this stand goal of Gold can be reduced to Silver for projects where the payback period for earning Gold r is ten years longer than that for achieving Silver.Also,for projects jointly funded by the city an organizations,this requirement may be waived by the City Manager. 'Click here for more information on the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy a) Environmental Design(LEED)Green Building Rating System. Contact: Public Information Officer Th City of Fort Collins Sustainability Program 281 N. College Ave. Fort Collins,CO 80524 Phone: (970)221-6750 E-Mail: rmichels@fcgov,com Web site: http:l/fcgov.com/currentplanning/GTepnRuildings.p.hp Fuel Mix Disclosure Last DSIRE Review:05/01/2008 Incentive Type: Generation Disclosure Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics,Wind, Biomass, Hydroelectric Technologies: Geothermal Electric Applicable Sectors: Utility Fuel Mix: Renewable Energy Resources(listed above), Nuclear,Coal, Natun Oil, Imports Emissions: Not required Distribution& Frequency: Bill insert or separate mailing Twice a year httr)://www.dsireusa.orizAibrarv/includes/maD.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaizeId=I&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 53 of 61 Standard Format Required?: Format suggested Authority 1: 4 CCR 723-3, Rule 3406 Date Enacted: January, 1999 Effective Date: October, 1999 Summary: In January 1999,the Colorado Public Utility Commission(PUC)adopted regulations requiring utilities to disclose information regarding their fuel mix to retail customers. Utilities with a total of more than 100 MW are required to provide this information as a bill insert or as a separate i twice annually,in April and October of every year.The PUC provides a suggested format for t disclosure. Fuel mix percentages are to be based on the power supply mix for the previous ca year. Supporting documentation concerning the calculations used to determine the power sup percentages must be submitted to the PUC for approval. Contact: Section Chief Colorado Public Utilities Commission 1560 Broadway,Suite 250 Denver,CO 80202 Phone: (303)894-2000 Web site:http://.www.dora.state.co.us/puc Greening of State Government Last DSIRE Review:0611212008 ) Incentive Type: Energy Standards for Public Buildings Eligible Efficiency Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building, Specific technologies nc Technologies: identified Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat,Solar Water Heat,Solar Space Heat, Technologies: Photovoltaics,Wind,Biomass, Geothermal Heat Pumps, CHP/Cogeneration,Bio-gas, Daylighting, Small Hydroelectric Applicable Sectors: State Government Goal: 20%reduction in energy consumption of state facilities by FY 2011 using 2005-2006 as the baseline Equipment/Products: Departments and agencies must purchase Energy Star equipment available Purchases of electronic equipment must consider the life-cycle environmental and energy impacts of the equipment Requirement: The Office of the State Architect must develop a high performance certification program,and all state-assisted facilities must be desigr constructed to achieve the highest performance certification attaina Website: http://voww.col_orado_goy/energy/greeningfindex.asp Authority 1: Executive Order D005 05 Date Enacted: 7/15/2005 Effective Date: 7/15/2005 Authority 2: Executive Order D0011.07 Date Enacted: 4/16/2007 Effective Date: 4/16/2007 httD://www.dsireusa.ori2/librarv/includes/mao.cfm?State=CO&Cw-rentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 54 of 61 Authority 3: Executive Order D0012 07 Date Enacted: 4/16/2007 Effective Date: 4/16/2007 Authority 4: CRS§24,30-1305 Date Enacted: 4/16/2007 Effective Date: 9/1/2007 Summary: In July 2005,Colorado's governor signed Executive Order D005 05, mandating that state age departments evaluate business operations and implement new programs"to promote environs sustainable and economically efficient practices."State buildings are encouraged to incorpora Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design(LEED")practices 1 buildings to the extent applicable and practicable,and in new construction when deemed ecoi feasible. State agencies and departments are also required to implement programs to better n manage utility use as the resources to do so become available.The order also creates the Cc Greening Government Coordinating Council, made up of representatives from each state age department,to develop and implement new conservation policies and augment existing ones. In April 2007,Colorado's governor signed SB 51 and two executive orders related to energy a conservation within state-owned buildings.These new initiatives are meant to complement the executed Executive Order D005 05. Executive Order D0011 07 established a series of goals i state's energy use,and Executive Order D0012 07 detailed how those goals are to be met.At goals established is a target 20%energy reduction in state facilities by FY 2011-2012,using as the baseline.The Executive Orders also call for: • 10%reduction in water consumption by June 30,2012 • 20%reduction in paper use by June 30, 2012 . 25% reduction in petroleum consumption by June 30,2012 • purchases of Energy Star equipment when available SB 51 of 2007 established mandatory requirements for the design and construction of sustain owned and state-assisted buildings.The Office of the State Architect is required to adopt and update a high performance building certification program which takes into account,energy,wi resource conservation.The OSA selected LEED as their program, and set LEED Gold as thei standard.This standard must be achieved by all new facilities and major renovation projects c square feet which receive at least 25%of their funding from the state. If it is estimated that the costs of incorporating the measures required to achieve the minimum standard can not be rec within 15 years,the project-owners may be exempted from the requirement, but are encourag include as many sustainable features as financially possible. SB 1.4,7 of 2008 extended these to apply to all new applications for publicy-assisted housing projects made to the division on o January 1, 2009 unless the executive director of the Department of Local Affairs rules that ext circumstances exempt the project. 'Click here for more information on the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy ai Environmental Design(LEED) Green Building Rating System. Contact: Angie Fyfe Governor's Energy Office 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver, CO 80203 Phone: (303)866-2051 Phone 2: (800)632-6662 Fax: (303)894-2388 E-Mail: Angie,Fyfe@state.co.us htto://www.dsireusa.orizAibrarv/includes/man.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPaQeld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 55 of 61 Web site: http:h ,coIorado.gov_/energy Interconnection Standards Last DSIRE Review:0311WO09 Incentive Type: Interconnection Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric,Photovoltaics, Landfill Gas,Wind, Biomass, Technologies: Hydroelectric,Geothermal Electric,CHP/Cogeneration,Anaerobic Digestion, Fuel Cells using Renewable Fuels,Microturbines,Other Distributed Generation Technologies Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Nonprofit, Schools, Utility,Agri, Institutional Special Rules for Net- Metered Systems? No Limit on System Individual systems limited to 10 MW/ Size/Overall Enrollment: No overall limit on enrollment Standard Interconnection Agreement? Yes Additional Insurance Requirements?Yes External Disconnect Required? Not addressed(Xcel has opted not to require one for systems<101 Rules for Non-Net- Metered DG?Yes Authority 1: 4 CCR.723.3,Rule 3665 Date Enacted: 12/15/2005 Effective Date: 72/2006 Authority 2: C'Sl 40:9 5-118 Authority 3: C R,_S.40-2-124 Date Enacted: 3/26/2008 Summary: In December 2005,the Colorado Public Utilities Commission(PUC)adopted standards for ne and interconnection,as required by Amendment 37,a renewable-energy ballot initiative apprc Colorado voters in November 2004.The PUC standards generally apply to utilities with 40,00( customers and all cooperative utilities.'H.B. 1160,enacted in 2008,requires municipal utilitie: customers or more to adopt interconnection rules that are functionally similar to the PUC's rule up to two megawatts(MW) in capacity that generate electricity using qualifying renewable-enr resources are eligible for net metering. Colorado's interconnection rules are based on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's I interconnection standards for small generators, adopted in May 2005 by FERC Order 2006. C rules for interconnection include provisions for three levels of interconnection for systems up t based on system complexity. Interconnection requirements,standards and review procedures into three levels: • Level 1 Interconnection applies to inverter-based systems with a maximum namepla of 10 kilowatts(kW).These systems must comply with the IEEE 1547 and UL 1741 sti and other applicable standards. Liability insurance with a single occurrence limit of$3( required at the customers expense. htti)://www.dsireusa.or2/library/includes/mat).cfm?State=CO&CurrentPapeld=I&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 56 of 61 • Level 2 Interconnection applies to systems with a maximum capacity of 2 MW.Thes. also must comply with the IEEE 1547 and UL 1741 standards, and must be connectec portion of the distribution system that is subject to the utility's tariff.There are specific I on a single system's potential impact and the aggregate potential impact on the grid ui interconnection. If a proposed interconnection fails one of the various screening tests, customer-generator may need to pay for a supplemental review by the utility. Liability i with a single occurrence limit of$2 million is required. • Level 3 Interconnection applies to systems up to 10 MW that do not qualify for either Level 2 interconnection procedures.Level 3 interconnection may require studies invoh scope,feasibility,impact and facilities.The customer may need to make a deposit pric incur a portion of the total costs associated with these studies. Insurance levels will be on a case-by-case basis by the servicing utility. Colorado's interconnection rules include provisions for dispute resolution. Interconnection to a networks for systems up to 300 kW in capacity is permitted. Legislation(H.B. 1169)enacted in May 2007 required the state's electric cooperatives to cor the PUC's interconnection standards and insurance requirements, with an exception that an e cooperative or municipal utility may reduce or waive any insurance requirements. Electric coo, may not prevent or otherwise unreasonably burden the installation of a customer-generator s such system includes protective equipment that prevents any export of customer-generated e. from the customer's side of the meter."Later legislation, H.B. 1160, required the PUC to initial rulemaking to determine if the PUC's interconnection rules should continue to apply to cooper utilities in their current form, or if they should be modified. Until a final decision is made, the P. apply. Contact: Richard Mignogna Colorado Public Utilities Commission 1560 Broadway,Suite 250 Denver, CO 80202 Phone: (303)894-2871 E-Mail: dchard,mignogna@dora.state.co.us Web site: kttp./t"w.dora.state.co.usiPUC Line Extension and Photovoltaic Cost Evaluation Last DSIRE Review:0710112008 Incentive Type: Line Extension Analysis Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Utility Availability: Customer's or potential customer's peak demand must be estimate under 25 kW Service: Cost-benefit analysis Authority 1: 4 CCR 723-3-3210 Summary: http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 57 of 61 Upon request by a customer or a potential customer, Colorado electric utilities are required to comparison of a photovoltaic(PV) system to any proposed distribution line extension if the cu: potential customer provides the utility with load data(estimated monthly kilowatt-hour usage)i by the utility to conduct the comparison,and if the customer's or potential customer's peak del estimated to be less than 25 kilowatts(kW).In performing the comparison analysis,the utility consider line-extension distance,overhead/underground construction,terrain, other variable c costs,and the probability of additions to the line extension during the life of the open extensioi If the customer has a ratio of estimated monthly kilowatt-hour(kWh)usage divided by line ext, mileage that is less than or equal to 1,000,then the utility must provide the PV system cost cc no cost to the customer or potential customer. If the ratio is greater than 1,000,then the Gusto potential customer must pay for the cost of the comparison, if the cost comparison is requeste customer or potential customer. Contact: Section Chief Colorado Public Utilities Commission 1560 Broadway,Suite 250 Denver,CO 80202 Phone: (303)894-2000 Web site: http,:.,/,/`,w.w.w.dora.state,,.,c,o.us/puc Mandatory Green Power Option for Large Municipal Utilities Last DSIRE Review:0512912008 Incentive Type: Mandatory Utility Green Power Option Eligible Renewable/Other Photovoltaics,Landfill Gas,Wind, Biomass,Hydroelectric, Fuel Cel Technologies: Anaerobic Digestion Applicable Sectors: Municipal Utility Authority 1: CRS 40-2-124 Date Enacted: 3/27/2007 Effective Date: 3/27/2007 Summary: Municipal electric utilities serving more than 40,000 customers in Colorado must offer an optic power program that allows retail customers the choice of supporting emerging renewable tech This policy complements Colorado's renewable portfolio standard(RPS),which requires muni utilities serving more than 40,000 customers to use renewable energy and energy recycling to 10%of retail sales by 2020. Contact: Richard Mignogna Colorado Public Utilities Commission 1560 Broadway, Suite 250 Denver,CO 80202 Phone: (303)894-2871 E-Mail: nchard,_migpogpa.@dora,state,c_o.us Web site:http/hvww.dora,sta.te. o.us1PUC http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 58 of 61 Renewable Energy Standard Last DSIRE Review:0512912008 Incentive Type: Renewables Portfolio Standard Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Thermal Electric, Photovoltaics, Landfill Gas,Wind, Biomass, Technologies: Hydroelectric, Geothermal Electric,"Recycled Energy",Anaerobic Digestion, Fuel Cells using Renewable Fuels Applicable Sectors: Utility, Municipal Utility, Investor-Owned Utility, Rural Electric Coop( Standard: Investor-owned utilities:20%by 2020 Electric cooperatives: 10%by 2020 Municipal utilities serving more than 40,000 customers: 10%by 20, Technology Minimum: Investor-owned utilities:4%of RPS requirement from solar-electric generation technologies;half of solar requirement must be located at customers'facilities Credit Trading: Yes Authority 1: CRS 40-2-124 Date Enacted: 11/2/2004 Effective Date: 12/1/2004 Authority 2: 4.CCR 723-3-3650 et seq. Effective Date: 7/2/2006 Summary: Colorado became the first U.S.state to create a renewable portfolio standard (RPS)by ballot when voters approved Amendment 37 in November 2004.The original version of Colorado's I required utilities serving 40,000 or more customers to generate or purchase enough renewabl supply 10%of their retail electric sales.The original RPS also implemented a rebate program customers of the state's two investor-owned utilities,Xcel Energy and Aquila.The rebate prog in effect. In March 2007, HB.1281 increased the RPS and extended the renewable-energy requirement cooperatives,among other changes. Eligible renewable-energy resources include solar-electr wind energy,geothermal-electric energy, biomass facilities that burn nontoxic plants, landfill g waste, hydropower,recycled energy,*and fuel cells using hydrogen derived from eligible rene Colorado's RPS requires each investor-owned utility to provide specific percentages of renew. and/or recycled energy according to the following schedule: • 3%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the year 2007, • 5%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the years 2008;2010; • 10%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the years 2011-2014; • 15%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the years 2015-2019;and • 20%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the year 2020 and for each following y For investor-owned utilities,at least 4%of the standard must be generated by solar-electric to At least one-half of the solar requirement must be generated by solar-electric systems located customers'facilities. Eligible electricity generated in Colorado is favored;each kilowatt-hour(M eligible electricity generated in-state receives 125%credit for RPS-compliance purposes.The Public Utility Commission(PUC)has issued rules to implement the RPS.The PUC's rules ger to investor-owned utilities. In addition,Colorado's RPS requires all electric cooperatives and each municipal utility servirn 40,000 customers to provide specific percentages of renewable energy and/or recycled energ. to the following schedule: http://www-dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 59 of 61 • 1%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the years 2008-2010; • 3%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the years 2011-2014; • 6%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the years 2015-2019;and • 10%of its retail electricity sales in Colorado for the year 2020 and each following year In the service territory of electric cooperatives and eligible municipal utilities,electricity genera "community-based project"—a project not greater than 30 megawatts(MW)in capacity that is Colorado and owned by individual residents of a community or by nonprofits,cooperatives, lo( government entities or tribal councils--receives 150%credit for RPS-compliance purposes.T solar requirement for electric cooperatives and eligible municipal utilities, but solar electricity c by a facility that begins operation before July 1,2015,receives 300%credit for RPS-complian purposes. (Solar electricity generated by a facility that begins operation on or after July 1, 201 100%credit.)System owners may not take advantage of both the community-based project rr the solar multiplier. Tradable renewable energy credits(RECs)may be used to satisfy the standard. Utilities that r generate the required amount of electricity from eligible renewables may purchase RECs frorr that exceed the requirement. '"Recycled energy"is defined as "energy produced by a generation unit with a nameplate cal more than 15 megawatts(MWJ that converts the otherwise lost energy from the heat from ext or pipes to electricity and that does not combust additional fossil fuel." Contact: Richard Mignogna Colorado Public Utilities Commission 1560 Broadway,Suite 250 Denver, CO 80202 Phone:(303)894-2871 E-Mail: 6cha(d.mignogna@dora.stale.co.us Web site: hftp://www-do.ra-sta-te.co.u.s/.P.-U,C Solar Construction Permitting Standards Last DSIRE Review:05/29/2008 Incentive Type: SolarAAlind Permitting Standards Eligible Renewable/Other Solar Water Heat, Photovoltaics Technologies: Applicable Sectors: Commercial, Industrial, Residential, General Public/Consumer, Nor Local Government,Agricultural Authority 1: SB 117 Effective Date: 5/20/2008 Expiration Date: 7/1/2011 Summary: Owners of solar photovoltaic(PV)systems and solar water heating systems in Colorado are n obtain a building permit before their systems may be installed. Permits are handled at the locE awarded by counties and municipalities.Traditionally,counties and municipalities have been f assign their own fees for a permit.These fees can vary broadly in size across jurisdictions an( http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=I&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 60 of 61 cases, can be large enough to potentially discourage the installation of solar devices. Senate Bill 117, signed in May 2008, created a statewide cap for permit fees for active solar e devices that are not utility-scale.Counties and municipalities can charge no more than the les local government's actual cost to issue a permit, or$500 for a residential application or$1,00( nonresidential application. Contact: Jeff Lyng Governor's Energy Office 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver,CO 80203 Phone: (303)866-2264 Phone 2: (800)632-6662 Fax: (303)866-2390 E-Mail:jeff.lyng@state.co.us Web site: http.,//www colorado.gpy/energy Solar,Wind and Energy-Efficiency Access Laws Last DSIRE Review:05/29/2008 Incentive Type: Solar and Wind Access Law Eligible Efficiency Lighting, Shading Structures,Evaporative Coolers, Retractable Technologies: Clotheslines Eligible Renewable/Other Passive Solar Space Heat, Solar Water Heat,Solar Space Heat, Technologies: Photovoltaics,Wind Applicable Sectors: Residential Website: http://www.coloraldo_gov/ energy/policy/hoa-bill-hb-08-1270.asp Authority 1: HB 1270 Date Enacted: 4/24/2008 Effective Date: 8/6/2008 Authority 2: CRS§38-30-168 Date Enacted: 1979 Effective Date: 5/26/1979 Expiration Date: None Authority 3: CRS_§M,-32.5 Summary: Colorado's solar access laws,which date back to 1979, prohibit any residential covenants tha solar access. HB 1270 of 2008 extended the law to protect installations of wind turbines that r state's interconnection standards,and certain energy-efficiency measures including awnings, and other shade structures,garage fans,energy-efficient outdoor lighting,retractable clothesli evaporative coolers. Some exceptions are made to allow for aesthetic requirements that do nc significantly increase the cost of the device or decrease its performance. HI3 1270 further prot of solar or wind-energy systems by awarding reasonable attorney fees to the prevailing party i case involving the significant increase in the system's cost based on aesthetic requirements. Colorado also allows property owners to agree voluntarily to solar easements with their neighl http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageld=l&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 DSIRE: Incentives by State: Incentives in CO Page 61 of 61 purpose of protecting and maintaining proper access to sunlight. Contact: Tom Plant Governor's Energy Office 1580 Logan Street Suite 100 Denver, CO 80203 Phone:(303)866-2100 Phone 2: (800)632-6662 Fax: (303)866-2930 E-Mail: geo@state.co.us Web site: http://www..colorado.gov/energy 1 SIRE erebWe W Srffie Ift&"NeS for Re»e"b[eg 6 Fftl Ty Return to List of Incentives FAQs I Summary,Maps 1 Summary Tables I Search By I Glossary I Links ®2007 NC State University NC Solar Center http://www.dsireusa.org/library/includes/map.cfm?State=CO&CurrentPageId=1&RE=1&E... 5/3/2009 ATTACHMENT Electric Board impact of the promotion of Fort Collins as minutes November 19, 2008 n community provides benefits of munity is primarily done from - ide -sources,-anu it is unuersioou aDour me caroon footprint left with the pray otion of the community. Motion for recommendation of proposed addendum 'tli an endorsement from the Electric Board. 5 for, 0 against, 1 abstention Abstention: Board Member Bamish Motion passed. Draft Energy Polic ecommendation Letter A recommenda ' etter was drafted and will be sent to Council Liaison Troxell regarding 008 Energy Policy and our endorsement of the Policy. Moti accept recommendation being sent to Council Liaison Troxell. r, 0 against Motion passed. Net Metering Light and Power Operations Manager Steve Catanach would like direction and guidance from the Electric Board regarding net metering parameters. The State Legislature House Bill 08-1160 requires the limit of the size of net metering generation with the recommendation of 10 kilowatt(kW) for residential and 25 kW for commercial customers. Compensation occurs at a retail rate as an offset for the energy generated, and credit can be applied and the excess energy is then purchased. The retail rate is the cost of the energy per year. The systems would require separate metering, and the program funding is through subsidies and grants. However, if every house offsets usage, Utilities would lose money, so there is a built-in cost for infrastructure. The fixed cost would be paid to Utilities regardless of generation. There will be a Council work session regarding net metering on January 13, 2009 and will be proposed to Council for approval on February 3, 2009. Discussion: At what level do we have the retail rate? Platte River Power Authority(PRPA) has a retail rate, and the customer would pay for generation. What if there was an "energy park" with a homeowner's association? There would have to be parameters set if this were to happen with the possibility of a contractual agreement with regard to generation and rate issues. The overall goal is to set the net metering limits for residential and commercial including operating parameters and purchasing of energy generated. Mr. Catanach will be returning in December with scenarios and will be requesting a recommendation from the Electric Board on the net metering parameters. 3 Fort Collins Utilities Electric Board Minutes Wednesday,December 17, 2008 Electric Board Chairperson City Council Liaison John Morris, 377-8221 Wade Troxell, 219-8940 Electric Board Vice Chairperson Staff Liaison Dan Bihn, 218-1962 Robin Pierce, 221-6702 Roll Call Board Present Chairperson John Morris, Vice Chairperson Dan Bihn, Board Members John Graham, John Harris, Steve Wolley and Jeff Lebesch Board Absent Board Member Tom Barnish Staff Present Steve Catanach,Norm Weaver, Kraig Bader, Robin Pierce, Jenny - ' ez-Filkins, Bill Switzer, Ellen Switzer, Tom Rock, Scott Dahlgren, Terri Br y rian Janonis, Patty Bigner and Meagan Peil Guests Bevan Noack, Steve Yurash and Rick Co Meeting Convened Chairperson Morris called "meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. Public Commen None oval of November 19 1 Minutes ice Chairperson Bihn motioned to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2008, meeting. Board Member Harris seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. ...�.�.� Net Metering and Code Changes Light and Power Operations Manager Steve Catanach would like to continue the discussion from the previous meetings on proposed changes to the City Code related to net metering. During those previous discussions, the Board desired to see a provision in the Code for a net metering limit of 1 MW(megawatt)per system and a requirement that each system be reviewed either within a specific time frame or when the system has issues which become a concern. A draft of the new code language will be provided at the next meeting for t the Board to review and recommend changes. Question: Should the City of Fort Collins Code language remain as "provides for the recovery of all direct and indirect costs of the City and Platte River Power Authority 1 (PRPA) and such additional amount as may be determined by the City"? This would include costs such as PILOTS (Payments In Lieu of Taxes), taxes, insurance costs and the impact on the system. The example of this impact would be if we were to implement PILOTS with a 5 kW system. The loss to the City with PILOTs would be roughly $27and the loss in sales tax would be $14. We would still collect sales tax on this, because the customer was still purchasing energy from us. Another example would be a customer with a 7 kW system. The loss of PILOTS would be roughly $32 and sales tax of$15, and we would be purchasing approximately 1700 kWh at the retail rate. Total impact on the General Fund would be $46. With the larger customer like the GS-50 rate customer with a 750 kW system, this would be fairly large and has a peak demand of 158 kW. This in turn is energy consumption close to zero. Looking at the demand of this type of system with no infrastructure and no installation of transformer to handle this, who is going to be responsible for the cost? Electric Utilities looks at the size of the transformer, the wiring needed and service section going to the customer, and applies certain factors like looking at the building with practical knowledge and knowing not everything will be on at the same time. The National Electric Code dictates how the building is designed and requires each area have their own standards. We do not size our equipment to those standards, but we size the equipment to their equipment with our practical knowledge over time. On occasion, we do need to upgrade a transformer for a customer, but with the net metering system and the interconnection, who is responsible for the additional cost? Another example is with a 1 MW system. Only 10 to12 of our current customers would be capable of having a large system like this. With the 1 MW systems, we would be looking at the loss of PILOTS around $8,000. However,they would be paying taxes and that would add approximately three percent. The recommendation is we do not see PILOTS values as a significant cost to the General Fund and are not worried about PILOTS. Another recommendation is to review the language in the interconnection agreement to ensure an appropriate level of insurance for the system. In addition, if we should have to upgrade our facilities to support the generation, then the customer would be responsible for those costs. Discussion: If I purchased a system and installed that in 2009, is the language of the agreement going to cover that? There is a way to write in a clause and be grandfathered in to cover the interconnection agreement for the smaller systems. Can we change it in a couple of years? The agreement can be written as a long term agreement with periodic reviews. Mr. Catanach will be bringing the proposed language to the Electric Board at the January meeting before taking it to Council for approval. 2 Fort Collins Utilities Electric Board Minutes Special Meeting Tuesday,January 20, 2009 Electric Board Chairperson City Council Liaison John Morris, 377-8221 Wade Troxell, 219-8940 Electric Board Vice Chairperson Staff Liaison Dan Bihn, 218-1962 Robin Pierce, 221-6702 Roll Call -Board Present Board Chairperson John Morris, Vice Chairperson Dan Bihn, Board Members *Tom Bamish, Steven Wolley, *John Harris and Steve Yurash (*See notation below i A Agreements section,where Board members recused themselves) Board Absent Board Member John Graham Staff Present Meagan Peil, Steve Catanach, Robin Pierce and J y Lopez-Filkins Guests Joe Wilson and John Bleem, PRPA; E Sutherland Meeting Convened Chairperson John Morris c ed the meeting to order at.5:32 p.m. Public Comment Citizen Eric Su, rland expressed a desire to respond to a question asked of him at the last City Co; cil meeting as to whether he had read the Energy Policy, and he has read the Pol' . Also, Mr. Sutherland presented his view that the City of Fort Collins Electric Bo is not immediately concerned about the citizens of Fort Collins. He feels it is esponsible of City Council to have to sit through more of these issues without the consideration of the Electric Board, and the PRPA contracts are not an exception. He feels the Board is not aware of issues with possible violation to service area protection. Net Metering and Service Code Change - Formal Recommendations Light and Power Operations Manager Steve Catanach asked the Board for a formal recommendation on the net metering and code change agenda items. These items have been before the Board for discussion for the last few months. Council recently asked staff to present Board recommendations earlier in the process of consideration (for discussion at work sessions). Key discussion points for net metering are the purchase of annual excess energy from our customers for the retail rate and establishing the net metering maximum as 1 MW; how 1 the tariff rate will be used after the 1 MW level of generation. The service code language states clearly Platte River Power Authority (PRPA) and the City would recover all costs directly or indirectly. As discussion continued, there was interest in breaking out the identifiable costs, i.e. PILOTS (Payments in Lieu of Taxes), insurance and infrastructure. City Manager Darin Atteberry has recommended adopting a waiver of the PILOTS for three years due to the possible impact on the General Fund and also re-examining the codes and PILOTS in three to five years. Board members discussed their concerns about mandating insurance; if a customer's facility could impact other customers negatively, the customer would be required to carry insurance. The Board recommended the Sunset provision, insurance, and the impact on our infrastructure and the costs to us for that. Should the payment be from the customer or utilities if there is an impact on our infrastructure? For example, if there are twelve homes on a transformer with 5 kW solar units on each home, and the combined impact reaches maximum generation, it would overload our transformer. In that scenario, who is responsible for the transformer upgrade? The recommendation from Council is to accept a certain limit. We would pay for costs and then when the customer upgrade hits a limit, they would absorb the costs. Also, on the commercial side, we would ask the commercial customer to absorb the cost of the equipment. What is the standard for the State coverage or with Xcel Energy regarding insurance coverage? Xcel Energy did not have any mention of insurance on their website, but Austin Energy (think this reference needs further defined) did have a requirement for insurance. Do companies like State Farm even have insurance coverage for this? City staff will look into this and are not sure what kind of insurance coverage would be involved. If an incident were to occur, the liability portion of homeowner's insurance might come into play. Example: There is a transformer at the end of a cul de sac. Three homeowners put solar panels on their homes to cover their demand. Would that cause problems to the transformer? On a solar installation, there would be very little effect on the transformer, because they would not have the momentum feeding into the system to affect voltage. However, a small wind turbine could have an effect, because it has the momentum to feed into the system. What about the use of an electric generator? The generators are not a problem in most cases, because the owner has to transfer the power with a transfer switch, and generators do not operate in parallel with us. Example: What about a large industrial arch welder situated next to a computer company? The welder has caused issues with the computer company and their service. How would we handle that? There are rules and regulations which would require the customer to correct any damage to our system. 2 What if someone doesn't have a reduced voltage starter? There is a provision requiring them to correct it and send the power back to us, typically after the fact. Is there any way to protect against this type of situation? There are expensive treatments that we would ask owners to maintain. We are going with motor generators that run in parallel with our system (what would be a better way to say this?). We are also developing a piece of switch gear that will fundamentally disconnect before something goes wrong. The service code change is geared to third parties with generation over a certain limit. Our goal is to address these issues in the Code. Could we mention in the Code that we have insurance, but lack of insurance will not relieve customers of liability? This would be part of the interconnections standards agreement. Recommendation would be to address the insurance in interconnection agreements. Where is the actual language of the Code? The intent is to go to Council with the recommendation of the Board and then proceed with the written language. We are not asking for an approval of the language at this meeting, but are asking the Board to give recommendations on how we would put the issues (PILOTS, insurance and third party generators) into the language. Assistant City Attorney Jenny Lopez-Filkins has suggested the topic of PILOTS needs to be addressed in the service code change, because it is a financial issue. Also, PILOTS is mentioned in the interconnection agreement and infrastructure, insurance, and indemnity agreements and will be in the interconnection agreement, but not necessarily in the service code change. This would cover all bases in this type of situation. The Board would like to see more from the insurance side and what is being done throughout the State, not just in Austin, because if a homeowner sees the need for certain insurance, it may impact decisions to pursue a solar unit on their residence. Are (who?) referring to certain Code sections? These recommendations from the Board will go to Council. In turn, Council will make their recommendations, the Code language will then be written, and Council will vote on the Code language. PRPA (Platte River Power Authority) Agreements ss Organic Contract and the Energy Supply C tflict * Board members Tom Barnish an 6 n Harris recused themselves due to their association with PRPAPI� telh`iver Power Authority) as employees, and they will not hear this dis s n or vote on the amended contract agreements; both members left the 'mg at 7:02 p.m. Remaining Board members for the discussion were rperson John Morris,Vice Chairperson Dan Bihn, and Board members Steve urash and Steven Wolley. 3 ATTACHMENT 5 MEMORANDUM FROM THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS NATURAL RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD Date: April 15, 2009 To: Mayor and Council Members From: Liz Pruessner on behalf of the Natural Resources Advisory Board Subject: Net Metering and Electric Service Code Change The Natural Resources Advisory Board considered the proposed changes to the City Electric Service Code at meetings in December 2008,March and April 2009. NRAB unanimously supports the proposed changes and urges the City to make every effort possible to provide incentives that promote residential and commercial solar installations. Specific recommendations regarding Net Metering: • Customers should be reimbursed for their annual excess generation at their current retail energy rate. • The net metering maximum system size should be 1 megawatt. Specific recommendations regarding the proposed electric service Code change: • Remove language in Code requiring recovery of all costs, both direct and indirect, to the City and Platte River and instead address each potential cost specifically in the code. • Address specific concerns about insurance and infrastructure in the interconnection requirements. • Payment in lieu of taxes shall be permitted on third party retail sales. Board recommendations pertinent to both topics: • The net metering rate and Code should have a requirement for re-evaluation every 3 years or sooner, as changes in patterns of electricity usage, pricing, etc. arise. • The city should codify net metering policies as soon as possible per House Bill 08- 1160. Such requirements were legislated by the General Assembly last year. • An ongoing dialogue among city council, the city utility, and the community about the regulatory model for distributed energy (all forms) in Fort Collins should take place. • Customers installing generation would be required to obtain appropriate insurance for their systems. This requirement should be described in the Utility Interconnection Requirements. • If a customer's installation requires an upgrade to the utility electrical infrastructure, the City will cover the cost of residential upgrades necessary to support residential installations. • For commercial customers, typically larger systems over 10 kilowatts, the utility should create a process to offset a certain percentage of these upgrade costs that are charged to the customer so the customer would not be responsible for the entire cost of transformer upgrades and/or other necessary infrastructure upgrades. NRAB is concerned that bearing the entire cost might be a disincentive for commercial customers to invest in solar systems Please feel free to contact me regarding the NRAB's recommendation on this issue. Respectfully Submitted, Liz Pruessner, Chair Natural Resources Advisory Board 970-484-4371 lizpru@colostate.edu cc: Darin Atteberry, City Manager John Armstrong, Staff Liaison John Stokes, Natural Resources Director ATTACHMENT 6 Natural Resources Advisory Board 15 April 2009 - Regular Meeting Meeting Minutes Excerpt Electric Service Code Changes The Natural Resources Board reviewed, discussed and finalized a memo to Council regarding the Electric Service Code changes drafted by Phil Friedman. Steve Catanach (Fort Collins Utilities Light and Power Manager) was present to answer questions. Discussion: • Phil Friedman stressed that the City needs to be sure it is in a 2-way situation between community and the utility. Also, Council should be involved with any type of regulatory changes that promote renewables, efficiency or conservation. He felt we should be flexible to address things as they change. o Phil also stated the real cost of distribution of small PV systems without rebates is about 40 cents per kWh which is significantly higher than what we currently pay. Germany, Spain and Italy have moved forward on PV and are willing to pay the real cost for that type of electric generation. • Glen asked for clarification regarding limiting sales of PV generating systems to l OkW for residential and 25kW for commercial. Steve answered that the 25kW limit for commercial PV generation has been increased to 1 megawatt with an agreement between the generator and the customer. For over 1 megawatt generation, Platte River Power Authority requires a contract because that amount of electricity needs to be scheduled by PRPA and creates a risk their bond council requires be protected. • Glen also asked how this compares to what Excel Energy is doing. Steve stated Excel is a different model. There is a Senate bill pending that is, in essence, establishing the same type of structure that we are offering third parties where developers can sell to customers. There will still be financial ties to the utilities. • Steve pointed out the NRAB isn't being asked to move on the ordinance but the follow-through structure. • In answer to a question by Phil who asked if residential generation was greater than 1 OkW, would they have to have a contract with the utility, Steve stated he was unclear what arrangement would be necessary, but did say Fort Collins Utilities would not stand in their way to generate that much electricity. Their goal is to incentify PV. • Glen asked Steve Catanach what resources Fort Collins has used to develop its supply policy such as experts, utilities or large providers who have been doing this for several years. His intent is for Fort Collins to be sure it is leading-edge on this. Steve responded it is Fort Collins Utilities' intent to have a model facility built around sustainability. Utilities have historically been very conservative, however, the electric utility industry is currently experiencing a great deal of change and is moving forward towards green energy. • Glen stated Fort Collins needs to have a discussion with its,citizens whether or not the city wants to be green or not and if the citizens are willing to pay for being green. Steve pointed out community dialogue is part of the plan. • Liz Pruessner stated the Climate Action Plan addresses the greater costs to achieve its goals. • Steve pointed out utilities is organizing a stakeholder community forum to educate the public about the future of utilities around the world. Alan Apt moved to send the following finalized memorandum to Fort Collins City Council. Joe Piesman seconded. Motion passed with 7 members voting yes and one member who left the meeting early not voting. The Natural Resources Advisory Board considered the proposed changes to the City Electric Service Code at meetings in December 2008,March and April 2009. NRAB unanimously supports the proposed changes and urges the City to make every effort possible to provide incentives that promote residential and commercial solar installations. Specific recommendations regarding Net Metering: • Customers should be reimbursed for their annual excess generation at their current retail energy rate. • The net metering maximum system size should be 1 megawatt. Specific recommendations regarding the proposed electric service Code change: • Remove language in Code requiring recovery of all costs, both direct and indirect, to the City and Platte River and instead address each potential cost specifically in the code. • Address specific concerns about insurance and infrastructure in the interconnection requirements. • Payment in lieu of taxes shall be permitted on third party retail sales. Board recommendations pertinent to both topics: • The net metering rate and Code should have a requirement for re- evaluation every 3 years or sooner, as changes in patterns of electricity usage,pricing, etc. arise. • The city should codify net metering policies as soon as possible per House Bill 08-1160. Such requirements were legislated by the General Assembly last year. • An ongoing dialogue among city council, the city utility, and the community about the regulatory model for distributed energy (all forms) in Fort Collins should take place. • Customers installing generation would be required to obtain appropriate insurance for their systems. This requirement should be described in the Utility Interconnection Requirements. • If a customer's installation requires an upgrade to the utility electrical infrastructure, the City will cover the cost of residential upgrades necessary to support residential installations. • For commercial customers, typically larger systems over 10 kilowatts, the utility should create a process to offset a certain percentage of these upgrade costs that are charged to the customer so the customer would not be responsible for the entire cost of transformer upgrades and/or other necessary infrastructure upgrades. ARAB is concerned that bearing the entire cost might be a disincentive for commercial customers to invest in solar systems Net Metering Steve Catanach, PE Light 8 Power Manager r�t�5 Net Metering • Net metering service shall mean service available to a customer-generator operating an eligible qualifying facility that is interconnected to the electric utility such that any electric energy generated by the qualifying facility in excess of that used by the qualifying facility is delivered to the electric utility system and used to offset metered energy received by the customer- generator. city Wins 5kW plant Month Bill kWh Use kWh Gen Net New Bill Jan $ 52.53 748 562 186 $ 16.01 Feb $ 55.59 795 561 234 $ 19.14 Mar $ 45.43 639 656 (17) $ 3.91 Apr $ 40.17 558 643 (85) $ 3.91 May $ 37.95 524 669 (145) $ 3.91 Jun $ 43.79 614 666 (52) $ 3.91 Jul $ 55.69 797 672 125 $ 12.02 Aug S 59.00 948 685 163 $ 14.49 Sep $ 52.08 741 649 92 $ 9.91 Oct $ 40.22 559 640 (81) $ 3,91 Nov $ 42.82 599 508 91 $ 9.81 Dec $ 53.01 756 531 225 $ 18.51 Totals $578.27 8,177 7,442 735 $119.43 7kW plant Monih Bill kWh Use kWh Gen Net New Bill Jan $ 52.53 748 756 (8) $ 3.91 Feb $ 55.59 795 715 80 $ 9.13 Mar $ 45.43 639 889 (250) $ 3.91 Apr $ 40.17 558 849 (291) $ 3.91 May $ 37.95 524 885 (361) $ 3.91 Jun $ 43.79 614 883 (269) $ 3.91 Jul $ 55.69 797 898 (101) $ 3.91 Aug $ 59.00 848 903 (55) $ 3.91 Sep $ 52.08 741 871 (130) $ 3.91 Oct $ 40.22 559 848 (289) $ 3.91 Nov $ 42.82 599 666 (87) Dec $ 53.01 756 710 46 $ 6.87 Totals $578.27 8,177 9,893 (1,716) 55.10 F�rt�ins Wf�Y T CTJ flr>�' ��l2ifSGp y wiaYi- ��`�` /'r�t�s S ik ORDINANCE NO. 062, 2009 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS AMENDING CHAPTER 26, ARTICLE VI OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS RELATING TO NET METERED ELECTRIC SERVICE WHEREAS , new forms of renewable energy are routinely becoming available to the City' s electric utility customers as well as the City; and WHEREAS , in 2005 , the City developed a pilot net metering service program designed to allow customers who meet certain requirements to generate renewable energy and to use that energy to reduce the amount of energy they purchase from the City; and WHEREAS , the City currently has 32 approved customers receiving net metering services; and WHEREAS , Colorado Revised Statutes, Section 40-2- 124 requires each municipally owned utility in the state of Colorado to allow a customer-generator' s retail electricity consumption to be offset by the electricity generated from eligible energy resources on the customer-generator' s side of the meter for such generators that are interconnected with the facilities of the municipal utility; and WHEREAS , staff believes that the City should offer net metering service beyond the minimum threshold set by the State statute and offer such service to residential customers with systems that generate up to 10 kilowatts and to commercial or industrial customers with systems that generate up to 1 ,000 kilowatts ; and WHEREAS , in view of the fact that the City Council recognizes and places high value on the viability of the City' s electric utility and on allowing City property owners to provide electric service to their own properties under certain conditions, the Council has determined that the amendments accomplished by this Ordinance are in the best interests of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS as follows : Section 1 . That Section 26-391 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended by the addition of a new definition "Net metering service" which shall read in its entirety as follows : Net metering service shall mean that service available to a customer-generator operating an eligible qualifying facility that is interconnected to the electric utility such that any electric energy generated by the qualifying facility in excess of that used by the qualifying facility is delivered to the electric utility system and used to offset metered energy received by the customer-generator during the billing period. Section 2 . That Section 26-4640 ) of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended to read as follows : 0 ) Parallel generation. Operation or connection of any electric generator in parallel with the utility system is not permitted under this schedule unless authorized by the General Manager. See appropriate ornate schedules for this service . If a customer is receiving net metering service, such customer' s service is also governed by the net metering service terms and conditions described below. Section 2 . That Section 26-464 is hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection after the final subsection of the Section which shall read in its entirety as follows : (o) Net metering. Net metering service is available to a customer-generator producing electricity exclusively with a qualifying facility and using a qualifying renewable technology up to ten ( 10) kilowatts . The energy generated by the eligible on-site qualifying facility and delivered to the utility ' s electric distribution facility will be used to offset energy provided by the utility to the customer-generator during the applicable billing period. The customer-generator and electric service arrangement are subject to the requirements and conditions described in the electric utility rules and regulations, the IEEE 1547 and this Chapter. A customer-generator who receives approval from the electric utility to obtain net metering service is subject to the monthly rates described above for this rate schedule. The customer- generator' s consumption of energy from the utility will be measured on a monthly basis and in the event that the qualifying facility has produced more electricity than the customer-generator has consumed, the customer-generator will receive a monthly monetary credit for such production. During the second calendar quarter of each year, the customer-generator will receive payment for the net excess generation accrued for the preceding twelve ( 12) months . Section 3 . That Section 26-465 (k) of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended to read as follows : (k) Parallel generation. Customers may operate all or part of their instantaneous energy or capacity needs by operation of a qualifying facility in parallel with the utility system, provided that electric service is being rendered under the special services provisions of this schedule, and provided further that such facility is constructed, operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the electric service rules and regulations. If a customer is receiving net metering service, such customer' s service is also governed by the net metering service terms and conditions described below. Section 4 . That Section 26-465 is hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection after the final subsection of the Section which shall read in its entirety as follows : -2- (q) Net metering. Net metered service is available to a customer-generator producing electricity exclusively with a qualifying facility and using a qualifying renewable technology up to ten ( 10) kilowatts . The energy generated by the eligible on-site qualifying facility and delivered to the utility ' s electric distribution facility will be used to offset energy provided by the utility to the customer-generator during the applicable billing period. The customer-generator and electric service arrangement are subject to the requirements and conditions described in the electric utility rules and regulations, the IEEE 1547 and this Chapter. A customer-generator who receives approval from the electric utility to obtain net metering service is subject to the monthly rates described above for this rate schedule. The customer- generator' s consumption of energy from the utility will be measured on a monthly basis and in the event that the qualifying facility has produced more electricity than the customer-generator has consumed, the customer-generator will receive a monthly monetary credit for such production. During the second calendar quarter of each year, the customer-generator will receive payment for the net excess generation accrued for the preceding twelve ( 12) months . Section 5 . That Section 26-466(1) of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended to read as follows : (1) Parallel generation. Customers may operate all or part of their instantaneous energy or capacity needs by operation of a qualifying facility in parallel with the utility system, provided that electric service is being rendered under the special services provisions of this schedule, and provided further that such facility is constructed, operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the electric service rules and regulations. If a customer is receiving net metering service, such customer' s service is also governed by the net metering service terms and conditions described below. Section 6 . That Section 26-466 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection after the final subsection of the Section which shall read in its entirety as follows : (q) Net metering. Net metered service is available to a customer-generator producing electricity exclusively with a qualifying facility and using a qualifying renewable technology up to one megawatt. The energy generated by the eligible on- site qualifying facility and delivered to the utility' s electric distribution facility will be used to offset energy provided by the utility to the customer-generator during the applicable billing period. The customer-generator and electric service arrangement are subject to the requirements and conditions described in the electric utility rules and regulations , the IEEE 1547 and this Chapter. A customer-generator who receives approval from the electric utility to obtain net metering service is subject to the monthly rates described above for this rate schedule . The customer-generator' s consumption of energy from the utility will be measured on a monthly basis and in the event that the qualifying facility has produced more electricity than the customer- generator has consumed, the customer-generator will receive a monthly monetary -3 - credit for such production. During the second calendar quarter of each year, the customer-generator will receive payment for the net excess generation accrued for the preceding twelve ( 12) months . Section 7 . That Section 26-467 (n) of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended to read as follows : (n) Parallel generation. Customers may operate all or part of their instantaneous energy or capacity needs by operation of a qualifying facility in parallel with the utility system, provided that electric service is being rendered under the special services provisions of this schedule, and provided further that such facility is constructed, operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the electric service rules and regulations . If a customer is receiving net metering service, such customer' s service is also governed by the net metering service terms and conditions described below. Section 8 . That Section 26-467 is hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection after the final subsection of the Section which shall read in its entirety as follows : (s) Net metering. Net metered service is available to a customer-generator producing electricity exclusively with a qualifying facility and using a qualifying renewable technology up to one megawatt. The energy generated by the eligible on- site qualifying facility and delivered to the utility' s electric distribution facility will be used to offset energy provided by the utility to the customer-generator during the applicable billing period. The customer-generator and electric service arrangement are subject to the requirements and conditions described in the electric utility rules and regulations, the IEEE 1547 and this Chapter. A customer-generator who receives approval from the electric utility to obtain net metering service is subject to the monthly rates described above for this rate schedule . The customer-generator' s consumption of energy from the utility will be measured on a monthly basis and in the event that the qualifying facility has produced more electricity than the customer- generator has consumed, the customer-generator will receive a monthly monetary credit for such production. During the second calendar quarter of each year, the customer-generator will receive payment for the net excess generation accrued for the preceding twelve ( 12) months . Section 9 . That Section 26-468(o) of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended to read as follows : (o) Parallel generation. Customers may operate all or part of their instantaneous energy or capacity needs by operation of a qualifying facility in parallel with the utility system, provided that electric service is being rendered under the special services provisions of this schedule, and provided further that such facility is constructed, operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the electric service rules and regulations. If a customer is receiving net metering service, -4- such customer' s service is also governed by the net metering service terms and conditions described below. Section 10 . That Section 26-468 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection after the final subsection of the Section which shall read in its entirety as follows : (t) Net metering. Net metered service is available to a customer-generator producing electricity exclusively with a qualifying facility and using a qualifying renewable technology up to one megawatt. The energy generated by the eligible on- site qualifying facility and delivered to the utility' s electric distribution facility will be used to offset energy provided by the utility to the customer-generator during the applicable billing period. The customer-generator and electric service arrangement are subject to the requirements and conditions described in the electric utility rules and regulations, the IEEE 1547 and this Chapter. A customer-generator who receives approval from the electric utility to obtain net metering service is subject to the monthly rates described above for this rate schedule. The customer-generator' s consumption of energy from the utility will be measured on a monthly basis and in the event that the qualifying facility has produced more electricity than the customer- generator has consumed, the customer-generator will receive a monthly monetary credit for such production. During the second calendar quarter of each year, the customer-generator will receive payment for the net excess generation accrued for the preceding twelve ( 12) months . Section 11 . That the City Council hereby directs the City Manager to no less frequently than once every three years review the net metering Code language and suggest any revisions to the Council. Introduced, considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 19th day of May, A.D . 2009, and to be presented for final passage on the 2nd day of June, A.D . 2009 . Mayor ATTEST : Chief Deputy City Clerk -5 - Passed and adopted on final reading on the 2nd day of June, A.D . 2009 , Mayor ATTEST : City Clerk -6-