Energy Efficient Equipment Rebates
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efficiencyPEI offers rebates for the installation of ENERGY STAR® certified heating equipment including heat pumps, water saving devices, biomass heating devices, and other energy saving products.
How do I apply for the rebate?
1. If you are interested in financing for the up-front costs, learn more about the energy efficiency loan program.
2. Before applying, review the eligibility criteria in the application and rebate amounts.
- All heat pump supply and installations must be completed by a Network of Excellence contractor to be eligible for a rebate. All services (heat pump supply, installation, electrical and refrigeration) must be provided by the same Network of Excellence contractor.
- There is a limit to how many rebates you can get from efficiencyPEI for your property, so if you have had rebates before, check with efficiencyPEI on how much you may be eligible for.
- New construction is not eligible. Buildings must be inhabited for more than six months to be eligible.
3. After your equipment is purchased and installed, collect the information and documents to include with your application.
- If you have an annual household income of $35,000 or less, you may qualify for a larger rebate. Include your proof of income with your application. This is your GST Credit Notice showing your net family income, marital status and province of residence.
- Collect dated paid sales receipts showing where unit was purchased and the make and model numbers of unit installed
- All heat pump installations require a certificate of compliance from the electrical permit. Ask your installer for this document.
- You need to be the property owner to apply. To fill out your application form, you will need your property tax number. This is also known as a property identification number or a PID. It can be found on your property tax bill. It can also be found at the address locator page.
4. Apply online or mail or drop off your application form to efficiencyPEI with the required documents.
Applications that contain all the necessary information are processed within 8-10 weeks. Incomplete applications may delay or disqualify your application.
Where can I find a list of contractors that offer energy efficient equipment rebates?
View the list of contractors that offer energy efficient equipment rebates. You can search for a contractor by name or by the service they provide or you can view a list of contractors by county or by program by selecting an option from the "County" and "Program" fields.
What are the rebate amounts?
Energy efficient equipment rebates are for everyone, but Islanders with a lower income can receive larger rebates. For these rebates, low income is defined as an annual household income of $35,000 or less.
There is a limit to how many rebates you can get from efficiencyPEI for your property, so if you have had rebates before, check with efficiencyPEI on how much you may be eligible for.
Heat Pumps
Mini-split (ductless) Air Source Heat Pump
- Heat Pump Regular Rebate: up to $1,200
- Heat Pump Low-income Rebate: up to $2,400
- Must be ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2020
Central (ducted or air-to-water) Air Source Heat Pump
- Heat Pump Regular Rebate: up to $2,500
- Heat Pump Low-income Rebate: up to $4,500
- Must be ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2020
Ground Source (Geothermal) Heat Pump
- Heat Pump Regular Rebate: up to $4,000
- Heat Pump Low-income Rebate: up to $7,500
- Must be ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2020
Boilers and Heaters
Oil Boiler
- Regular Rebate: up to $500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $900
- Must have an AFUE of 87.0% or higher
- Must be ENERGY STAR certified
Oil Furnace
- Regular Rebate: up to $500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $900
- Must have an AFUE of 94.0% or higher
- Must be ENERGY STAR certified
Propane Boiler or Propane Furnace
- Regular Rebate: up to $500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $900
- Must have an AFUE of 95.0% (boiler) or 97.0% (furnace) or higher
- Must be ENERGY STAR certified
Electric Thermal Storage Furnace - Summerside
- Regular Rebate: up to $1500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $2750
- Must be through City of Summerside Electric Utility “Heat for Less Now!” program
Electric Thermal Storage Heater - Summerside
- Regular Rebate: up to $750
- Low-income Rebate: up to $1400
- Must be through City of Summerside Electric Utility “Heat for Less Now!” program
Hot Water Heaters and Recovery
Electric Thermal Hot Water Heater - Summerside
- Regular Rebate: up to $500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $900
- Must be through City of Summerside Electric Utility “Heat for Less Now!” program
Solar Thermal Hot Water Heater
- Regular Rebate: up to $1500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $2750
- Must be ENERGY STAR or CAN/CSA F379 or CSA Class 2831-06, 2831-07, 2831-30, 2831- 37 or Class 8854
Tankless Propane Hot Water Heater
- Regular Rebate: up to $500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $900
- Must be ENERGY STAR with energy factor of 0.90 or higher
Air Source Heat Pump (Hybrid) Hot Water Heater
- Regular Rebate: up to $1000
- Low-income Rebate: up to $1800
- Must be ENERGY STAR with energy factor of 2.0 or higher (≤55 gal.), or 2.2 or higher (<55 gal.)
Indirect Hot Water Heater
- Regular Rebate: up to $500
- Low-income Rebate: up to $900
Heat/Energy Recovery Ventilator
- Regular Rebate: up to $1000
- Low-income Rebate: up to $1800
- Must be ENERGY STAR
Biomass Heat
Biomass Stove
- Regular Rebate: up to $1000
- Low-income Rebate: up to $1800
- EPA Approved or CSA-B415.1-10
Biomass Boiler / Furnace
- Regular Rebate: up to $2000
- Low-income Rebate: up to $3500
- EPA Approved or CSA-B415.1-10
Contact:
If you need information on this program or any other energy efficiency help, get in touch. Visit us at efficiencyPEI at 69 Belvedere Avenue in Charlottetown or at Access PEI in Summerside. Program information is also available at any Access PEI location.
efficiencyPEI
69 Belvedere Ave Suite 1-B01
PO Box 2000, PE C1A 7N8
1-877-734-6336
Energy efficiency incentives are a cost-shared with the Government of Canada under the Low Carbon Economy Fund.