Incentives effective January 1, 2019

Note: You must first complete an energy assessment to qualify for air sealing and insulation incentives.

You may be eligible for larger Tier 2 incentives if your household income level is at or below the limits outlined in this table.

2019 State Median Income Limits by Household Size

• Download the Income Eligibility Application or call 855.339.8866.
• Review the Income Guidelines for program terms and instruction.
• Additional support documents.
  • Self-Employed Income Report Form (S-EIRF)
  • Zero Income Form

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General Program Terms

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a customer of a participating utility company and have not participated in the Express Efficiency or the Simple Energy Efficiency Program within the last three years.
• Renters must obtain permission from their landlord or property manager to install energy efficient products.
• Please have your electric and gas utility account number available prior to ordering.

3 – 800 Lumen A-lamp LED light bulbs
1 –  Tier 1 Advanced Power Strip
1 – Pipe Wrap Roll 15'
1 – Hot Water Temperature Card 

6 – 650 Lumen BR30 LED 65w Equivalent Reflector

4 — 9w LED 60w Equivalent General Purpose A-lamp
2 — 11w LED 75w Equivalent General Purpose A-lamp
1 — Pipe Wrap 15’ roll

2 — 9w LED 60w Equivalent General Purpose A-lamp
6 — 5w LED 40w Equivalent Candelabra Lamp

3 — 5w LED 40w Equivalent Globe
2 — 9w LED 60w Equivalent General Purpose A-lamp
2 — 1.0 GPM Faucet Aerator
1 — 1.5 GPM Showerhead w/Pipe Thread Tape
1 — Hot Water Temperature Card
1 — Pipe Wrap 15’ roll

3 — 5w LED 40w Equivalent Globe
2 — 1.0 GPM Faucet Aerator
1 — 1.5 GPM Handheld Showerhead w/Pipe Thread Tape
1 — Hot Water Temperature Card
1— Pipe Wrap 15’ roll

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• ENERGY STAR® qualified Light Emitting Diode (LED) Light Bulbs
  LEDs use at least 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs, producing less heat and more light per watt. Plus, they have an extremely long life span, typically 15,000 hours or longer.

• High-Efficiency Showerhead
  Efficient showerheads lower the gallons of water used per minute, without compromising performance – allowing you to use less water, and potentially lowering water and heating bills.
   
• Water-Saving Bathroom Faucet Aerators 
  These simple screw-in aerators reduce water use in your sinks while providing the pressure you need to wash.  Reducing your water use will save you money on the cost of heating your water.
   
• Advanced Power Strip (APS)
  Advanced Power Strips are designed primarily for home entertainment centers and home office areas. They work by preventing electronics from drawing power when they are off or not being used. 
   
• Pipe insulation
  Pipe insulation may be used on domestic cold and hot water pipes. Pipe insulation will help to reduce heat loss by up to 80 percent through hot water pipes and will stop sweating on cold water pipes.

*Includes installation and smart thermostat incentive. NOTE: Work with your Trade Ally to ensure the equipment you install qualifies for Focus on Energy incentives. Qualified equipment lists and complete eligibility requirements are listed in the Equipment Qualifications section.

You may be eligible for larger Tier 2 incentives if your household income level is at or below the limits outlined in this table.

2019 State Median Income Limits by Household Size

Follow these steps to be approved for Tier 2 incentives:

• Download the Income Eligibility Application or call 855.339.8866.
• Review the Income Guidelines for program terms and instruction.
• Collect required documentation and submit your application.
  • Self-Employed Income Report Form (S-EIRF)
  • Zero Income Form
• Receive approval notification and move forward with your projects.

Propane Multi-Stage Furnace with ECM, 90%+ AFUE
Pre-Qualified 90%+ AFUE Propane Furnaces with ECM
Propane Furnace Eligibility Requirements

Natural Gas Multi-Stage Furnace with ECM, 95%+ AFUE
Pre-Qualified 95%+ AFUE Natural Gas Furnaces with ECM
Natural Gas Furnace Eligibility Requirements

Natural Gas Multi-Stage Furnace with ECM and 95%+ AFUE  Installed with a 16+ SEER Central Air Conditioner
Air Conditioner Directory
Furnace and AC Eligibility Requirements

Modulating Natural Gas Boiler with Outdoor Reset Control, 95% AFUE
Pre-Qualified 95%+ AFUE Natural Gas Boilers
Boiler Eligibility Requirements

Modulating Combination Natural Gas Boiler with Integrated Domestic Hot Water and Outdoor Reset Control, 95%+ AFUE
Pre-Qualified 95%+ AFUE Natural Gas Combination Boilers
Combination Boiler Eligibility Requirements

PLEASE NOTE: If purchased online or from a retailer, please use the Retail Smart Thermostat Application available at focusonenergy.com/smart
Pre-Qualified - Smart Thermostats
Smart Thermostat Eligibility Requirements

ECM Replacement
Pre-Qualified - Replacement ECM
Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM) Eligibility Requirements

Air Source Heat Pump Directory
Air Source Heat Pump Eligibility Requirements

Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump for Electric Resistance Heated Home, 18+ SEER and 9.0+ HSPF 
Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump Directory
Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump Eligibility Requirements

Indirect Water Heater for Home Heating Boiler
Indirect Water Heater Eligibility Requirements

Air Source Heat Pump

• Air source heat pump with a minimum of 16 seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) and a minimum of 8.4 heating seasonal performance factor (HSPF).
  • SEER and HSPF based on AHRI database, found at ahridirectory.org, for furnace/air handler, coil, and condenser.
• Coil and condenser must be purchased and installed at the same time.
• Furnace must be LP, oil, or electric fired (natural gas furnaces are not eligible). Must be primary heating source for the home's living space.
• Ductless or mini-split systems do not qualify for this incentive. See ductless mini-split requirements to ensure your equipment and heating system qualify.
• Cannot combine with Focus on Energy furnace, ECM replacement, or ductless mini-split incentive.
• Must be a customer of a participating electric utility
• Limited to customers who do not have access to natural gas.

Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump for Electric Resistance Heated Home, 18+ SEER and 9.0+ HSPF 

• Ductless mini-split heat pump with a minimum of 18 seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) and a minimum of 9.0 heating seasonal performance factor (HSPF).
  • SEER and HSPF based on AHRI database, found at ahridirectory.org, for indoor unit.
• Must be a customer of a participating electric utility
• Only homes heated solely by electric resistance heat are eligible.
• Must augment/replace electric resistance heating (electric baseboard, electric furnace).
• Limit one incentive per outdoor unit (condenser).

ECM Replacement

• Must replace a permanent split capacitor (PSC) blower motor in an existing furnace or air handler.
• Existing furnace must have an annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) of 90 percent or greater.
• Existing furnace must be a sealed combustion unit.
• Must be a customer of a participating electric utility
• Furnace must be the primary heating source for the home's living space.

Modulating Natural Gas Boiler with Outdoor Reset Control, 95% AFUE

• Must be a customer of a participating natural gas utility
• Boiler must have an annual fuel utilization efficiency AFUE of 95 percent or greater.
• Boiler must have a modulating burner and include an outdoor-air reset control (integrated).
• Boiler must have an input capacity less than 300 MBH (Thousand British Thermal Units per Hour).
• Boiler must be sealed combustion unit.
• Only natural gas boilers are eligible.
• Boiler must be the primary heating source for the home's living space.
• Chimney liners must be installed where a high-efficiency gas boiler replaces an atmospherically-drafted boiler and only a water heater remains vented through the chimney. The interior opening left by the removed boiler must be closed with a metal cap and sealed with caulk or mortar.

Modulating Combination Natural Gas Boiler with Integrated Domestic Hot Water
and Outdoor Reset Control, 95%+ AFUE

• Boiler must have an annual fuel utilization efficiency AFUE of 95 percent or greater.
• Boiler must have a modulating burner and include an outdoor-air resent control (integrated).
• Boiler must have an input capacity less than 300 MBH (Thousand British Thermal Units per Hour).
• Boiler must be sealed combustion unit.
• Domestic hot water storage may not exceed two gallons.
• Must be a customer of a participating participating natural gas utility
• Boilers must also be the primary heating and domestic water heating source for the home.
• Only natural gas boilers are eligible.
• Chimney liners must be installed where a high-efficiency gas boiler replaces an atmospherically-drafted boiler and only a water heater remains vented through the chimney. The interior opening left by the removed boiler must be closed with a metal cap and sealed with caulk or mortar.

Propane Multi-Stage Furnace with ECM, 90%+ AFUE

• Furnace must have an annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) of 90 percent or greater.
• Must be a customer of a participating electric utility
• Only propane furnaces are eligible.
• Furnace must have a multi-stage or modulating burner.
• Furnace must have an electronically commutated motor (ECM). An ECM is sometimes referred to as a variable speed, constant-airflow, constant torque, electronically efficient (EEM), or X-13 motor. A permanent split capacitor motor (PSC), single- or multi-speed, does not qualify.
• Furnace must be a sealed combustion unit and must be the primary heating source for the home's living space.
• Chimney liners must be installed where a high-efficiency gas furnace replaces an atmospherically-drafted furnace and only a water heater remains vented through the chimney. The interior opening left by the removed furnace must be closed with a metal cap and sealed with caulk or mortar.

Natural Gas Multi-Stage Furnace with ECM, 95%+ AFUE

• Furnace must have an annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) of 95 percent or greater.
• Must be a customer of a participating electric utility and a participating natural gas utility. Customer must use natural gas for home heating.
• Only natural gas furnaces are eligible.
• Furnace must have a multi-stage or modulating burner.
• Furnace must have an electronically commutated motor (ECM). An ECM is sometimes referred to as a variable speed, constant-airflow, constant-torque, electronically-efficient (EEM), or X-13 motor. A permanent split capacitor motor (PSC), single- or multi-speed motors are not eligible.
• Furnace must be a sealed combustion unit and must be the primary heating source for the home's living space.
• Chimney liners must be installed where a high-efficiency gas furnace replaces an atmospherically-drafted furnace and only a water heater remains vented through the chimney. The interior opening left by the removed furnace must be closed with a metal cap and sealed with caulk or mortar. 

Natural Gas Multi-Stage Furnace with ECM and 95%+ AFUE 
Installed with a 16+ SEER Central Air Conditioner

• Furnace must have an annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) or 95 percent or greater.
• Seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) for the combination of the furnace, outdoor unit, and inside coil must be 16 or greater. SEER based on AHRI database, found at ahridirectory.org, for furnace/air handler, coil, and condenser.
• Must be a customer of a participating electric utility and a participating natural gas utility and use natural gas for home heating.
• Qualified furnace and air conditioner must be installed at the same time and may not be combined with individual equipment incentives.
• If installing a qualified furnace and air conditioner and the condenser cannot be set due to weather:
  • The evaporator coil must be installed at the same time as the furnace.
  • The invoice must include the condenser model and state when the condenser will be installed.
  • The application must be submitted within 60 days of the furnace and evaporator coil installed.
• Furnace must be a sealed combustion unit and must be the primary heating source for the home's living space.
• Furnace must have a multi-stage burner or modulating burner.
• Furnace must have an electronically commutated motor (ECM). An ECM is sometimes referred to as a variable speed, constant-airflow, constant torque, electronically efficient (EEM), or X-13 motor. A permanent split capacitor motor (PSC), single- or multi-speed, does not qualify. A Pre-Qualified Equipment list is available below.
• Chimney liners must be installed where a high-efficiency gas furnace replaces an atmospherically-drafted furnace and only a water heater remains vented through the chimney. The interior opening left by the removed furnace must be closed with a metal cap and sealed with caulk or mortar.
• An air source heat pump cannot be used to meet the air conditioner portion of this incentive.

Indirect Water Heater for Home Heating Boiler

• Must be a customer of a participating natural gas utility
• Qualified boiler must be installed at the same time and may not be combined with individual equipment incentives.
• Indirect water heater incentive is not available with boilers that were previously installed.
• Boiler must have an input capacity less than 300 MBH (Thousand British Thermal Units per Hour).
• Boiler must be a sealed combustion unit.
• Only natural gas boilers are eligible.
• Boiler must be the primary heating source for the home's living space.
• Boiler must have a modulating burner and include an outdoor-air reset control (integrated).

PLEASE NOTE: If purchased online or from a retailer, please use the Retail Smart Thermostat Application available at focusonenergy.com/smart.

• Must be purchased and installed by a qualified heating and cooling contractor.
• Smart thermostat must be installed at the same time as a program-qualified furnace, boiler, or air source heat pump. Does not qualify if installed with ductless mini-split, ECM replacement, or water heater.
• Eligible models must be selected from the Focus on Energy qualified product list available at focusonenergy.com/smart.
  • Program-qualified smart thermostats must feature integrated occupancy-sensing capability, such as motion sensors and/or geofencing with setback.
• Smart thermostat must be installed to use with the home's primary heating source for the home's living space.
  • Only homes heated by a natural gas furnace, natural gas boiler or an air source heat pump are eligible for the smart thermostat incentive.
• Smart thermostat must replace an existing thermostat that does not qualify for program incentives.
• The customer must establish the Wi-Fi connection for program-qualified smart thermostats.
• Limit one smart thermostat incentive per home heating system.
• Installation of a smart thermostat is only eligible for an incentive if it is purchased new. Resale material or material that is leased, rebuilt, rented, received from insurance claims, received from a manufacturer warranty, purchased through other Focus on Energy programs, or won as a prize do not qualify.
• Must be a customer of a participating utility

Heating and Cooling Improvements Overview

Benefits of Upgrading Mechanical Equipment / Smart Thermostats

General Program Terms and Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a customer of a participating utility. Focus on Energy incentives are available to Wisconsin residential customers of participating utilities.
   
• Offer is valid for eligible equipment and products purchased and installed between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019
   
• Only single family dwellings and multifamily dwellings with three or fewer units are eligible for incentives included in this application. Incentives may be available for other customer or property types. Please visit focusonenergy.com/business for more information.
   
• Incentives may not exceed the total purchase price of the energy efficient equipment. The only costs eligible for incentives are: materials; equipment; external labor.
   
• Allow approximately 8-10 weeks for your completed application to be processed. Incomplete applications cannot be processed. Failure to complete the application in full and provide the required supporting documentation will either delay the payment process or result in your application being denied. Receipt of an application does not guarantee payment of an incentive.
   
• The program is not responsible for items (i.e. applications, supporting documentation, incentive checks) lost or damaged in the mail.
   
• Focus on Energy will only pay one incentive for each piece of equipment. Incentives paid on this application cannot be claimed on another Focus on Energy application. Similarly, incentives can only be paid to one person or entity (i.e., either the resident or landlord, not both).
   
• All equipment installations are subject to verification inspection by the program to ensure the equipment is properly installed and operating.
   
• Participants must allow, if requested, the program or a program representative reasonable access to their home to verify the installed equipment.
   
• A current list of qualified products for most equipment is available here. If you have a question concerning one of the lists, please email homerewards@focusonenergy.com with “Equipment” in the subject line.

• A current residential customer of a participating utility in Wisconsin at the time of equipment purchase and installation; or
   
• A landlord (who is not the utility account holder) who paid for the equipment installed in the residence of a current residential customer of a participating utility in Wisconsin at the time of equipment purchase and installation; and
   
• Installing qualifying energy efficient equipment in an existing residential dwelling. New construction does not qualify.

• It meets all equipment-specific, energy efficiency, and program requirements as outlined in our eligibility guidelines by equipment type:
  • Furnace
  • Boiler
  • Furnace and AC combination
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Combination Boiler
  • Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM)
  • Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP)
  • Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump
  • Indirect Water Heater
• It is replacing existing equipment used for the same purposes. Equipment additions to a residential dwelling, which are not replacing existing equipment, do not qualify.
   
• It is purchased new. Resale material or material that is leased, rebuilt, rented, received from insurance claims, received from a manufacturer warranty, purchase through Focus on Energy or won as a prize does not qualify. Equipment purchased with a home warranty is eligible if the incentive does not exceed the total purchase price of the energy efficient equipment less the home warranty reimbursement.
   
• Equipment is installed by a professional contractor with appropriate insurance, permits, and licenses. A valid Wisconsin State professional contractor’s license or credential is required.
   
• Equipment is installed conforming to all applicable building, local, state and federal codes, standards, ordinances and regulations, and manufacturer specifications.
   
• Equipment is installed and operational prior to submittal of this application at the address listed on the application.
   
• It is installed in a property owned by the applicant, or the applicant has received permission from the property owner to install the equipment. If you do not own the property where this equipment is installed, as a residing tenant you are responsible for obtaining the owner’s permission to install the equipment for which you are applying for an incentive. Submission of this application indicates that you have obtained this permission.

• Be postmarked no later than 60 days after the installation date.
   
• Be signed by the purchaser (Utility Account Holder, Landlord, or Applicant signing on behalf of the Utility Account Holder).
   
• Include tax information for landlord or Trade Ally if receiving the incentive
   
• Include itemized contractor invoice(s) or proof of purchase receipt(s) containing:
  • Equipment make and model
  • Total installed cost (itemized by each equipment/product installed)
  • Total number of units installed
  • Purchase date or installation date
  • Professional contractor’s business/company name, address, and phone number
  • Balance due of zero, paid in full stamp, or payment terms

• Discounts are available only at participating retailers and apply only to select lighting products for a limited time, while supplies last.
• Limit 25 discounted bulbs per customer.
• Discounts do not apply to ENERGY STAR® qualified fixtures, fans or lamps.

All CFLs contain about 5 milligrams of mercury per bulb, which is less than you find in an average watch battery. Though it’s an extremely small amount, these bulbs do need to be recycled properly. Also, if a CFL breaks, you should take special steps as advised by the EPA. Download this Fact Sheet to learn how to properly clean up and dispose of a broken CFL.

Find a retailer that recycles CFLs. 

• Homes must receive electricity and/or natural gas from Wisconsin utilities participating in Focus on Energy.
• Homes must be built in Wisconsin and meet all program energy efficiency requirements and standards.

Ask your Focus on Energy Building Performance Consultant about having a geothermal heat pump or a solar electric system installed.

• New Homes Program - 2018 Program Guide
• New Homes Overview 
• Frequently Asked Questions

Solar electric (PV) system

Geothermal heat pump system

Download Solar & Geothermal Fact Sheet

*Maximum incentive amounts are based on system cost averages from the previous 12 months and may be updated every six months.

Renewable project funding from Focus on Energy is available for Geothermal Heat Pumps and Solar Electric systems. Geothermal heat pumps use stable ground temperatures to heat your home or business. Solar electric system incentives are available on select qualifying solar photovoltaic equipment. Work with A renewable Trade Ally contractor to help you earn incentives from Focus on Energy on qualifying equipment.

General Requirements

Furnace Requirements

Boiler Requirements

Furnace and AC Requirements

Smart Thermostat Requirements

Combination Boiler Requirements

Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM) Requirements

Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) Requirements

Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump Requirements

Indirect Water Heater Requirement

Solar Electric (PV) Requirements

Geothermal Heat Pump Requirements

• System must be installed on a site served by a participating electric utility. 
   
• System and components must have a minimum of a five-year warranty.
   
• Incentive cannot exceed cost to customer.
   
• Systems purchased and installed between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019 are eligible for funding under the 2019 program year only.
   
• The only costs eligible for incentives are materials, equipment, and external labor.
   
• Funding is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis on an annual basis. Check remaining funding in the tables above.
   
• The program is not responsible for items (i.e. applications, supporting documentation, incentive checks) lost or damaged in the mail.
   
• Focus on Energy will only pay one incentive for each technology per site per calendar year. Incentives paid on this application cannot be claimed on another Focus on Energy application. Similarly, incentives can only be paid to one person or entity.
   
• All equipment installations are subject to verification inspection by the program to ensure the equipment is properly installed and operating. Participants must allow, if requested, the program or a program representative reasonable access to their home or business to verify the installed equipment.
   
• You must be a current customer of a participating electric utility in Wisconsin at the time of equipment purchase and installation. For specific equipment eligibility review the following resources:
  • Solar Electric (PV) systems
  • Geothermal Heat Pump systems
     
• The system is purchased new. Resale equipment, new parts installed in existing equipment, or equipment that is leased, rebuilt, rented, received from insurance claims, received from a warranty, received from a grant, or won as a prize do not qualify.
   
• Equipment is installed by a professional contractor with a valid Wisconsin State professional contractor’s license, appropriate insurance, and permits.
   
• Equipment is installed conforming to all applicable building, local, state and federal codes, standards, ordinances and regulations, and manufacturer specifications.
   
• The system is installed in a property owned by the applicant, or the applicant has received permission from the property owner to install the equipment. If you do not own the property where this equipment is installed, as a residing tenant you are responsible for obtaining the owner’s permission to install the equipment for which you are applying for an incentive. Your submission of this application indicates that you have obtained this permission.
   
• All necessary utility service improvement costs are the responsibility of the customer.
   
• All necessary service improvement costs, including transformers and service lines, are the responsibility of the customer.
   
• System installations must be in compliance with all state, local and federal codes, standards and requirements, including any and all applicable utility standards.
   
• System must be installed in conformity with the manufacturer’s specifications and all applicable codes and standards.
   
• System owners and installers must obtain all required permits.
   
• If the project site is serviced by a participating Focus on Energy utility and uses a non-residential rate, the project site does not have to be owned by the applicant. The project/system equipment, however, must be owned by the applicant in order to qualify and confirmation of this ownership should be provided. System ownership must revert to the property owner after a specified period of time, not to exceed 25 years.
   
• In order to receive a commercial incentive, the system must be connected through a non-residential rate meter.
   
• Allow approximately 8-10 weeks for your completed application to be processed. Incomplete applications cannot be processed. Failure to complete the application in full and provide the required supporting documentation will either delay the payment process or result in your application being denied. Receipt of an application does not guarantee payment of an incentive.
   
• Focus on Energy will only pay one incentive for each piece of equipment. Incentives paid on this application cannot be claimed on another Focus on Energy application. Similarly, incentives can only be paid to one person or entity (i.e., either the resident or landlord, not both).

• Have been purchased within the past 60 days.
• Are not purchased for resale, leased, rebuilt, rented, received from insurance claims or a manufacturer warranty, or won as a prize.
• Do not qualify for other Focus on Energy incentives.
• Replace an existing thermostat that does not qualify for an incentive.
• Connect with Wi-Fi.
• Feature integrated occupancy-sensing capability, such as motion sensors or geofencing with setback.
• Are listed in our Qualified Products List.

• Homes with a natural gas furnace must be a customer of a participating electric utility and gas utility.
• Homes with a natural gas boiler must be a customer of a participating gas utility.
• Homes with an air-source heat pump must be a customer of a participating electric utility.
• Homes heated by liquid petroleum (LP) gas or a geothermal heat pump are not eligible.
• Offer is limited to one incentive per home heating system and two per household.