On April 28, 2015, the Oregon Public Utility Commission ruled in favor of Energy Trust continuing to offer floor and wall insulation incentives for gas-heated single-family homes in Oregon. These wall and floor insulation incentives, which were set to expire on April 30, are now extended through June 30, 2015. Beginning on July 1, 2015, these incentives will be modified to align with the new requirements. Energy Trust will communicate these changes as they are available.
A summary of the incentives changes and their effective dates are listed below.
Oregon Existing Homes incentives expiring April 30, 2015
| Incentive | Description | Incentive amount January 1 - April 30, 2015 | Incentive amount after April 30, 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duct insulation | Homes heated with gas and electricity | 50% of cost, up to $100 | Discontinued April 30, 2015, as planned |
| Air sealing | Homes heated with gas and electricity | $150 | Discontinued April 30 2015, as planned |
Oregon Existing Homes incentives extended until June 30, 2015
Incentive Description Incentive amount January 1 - April 30, 2015 Incentive amount after April 30, 2015
Floor insulation Homes heated with gas $0.30 per square foot $0.30 per square foot extended to June 30, 2015
Wall insulation Homes heated with gas $0.30 per square foot $0.30 per square foot extended to June 30, 2015
The OPUC also ruled to continue offering Savings Within Reach incentives for floor and wall insulation for both gas and electrically heated homes.
Savings Within Reach incentive updates
| Incentive | Description | Incentive amount January 1 - April 30, 2015 | Incentive amount after April 30, 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duct insulation | Homes heated with gas and electricity | 50% of cost, up to $100 | Discontinued April 30, 2015, as planned |
| Air sealing | Homes heated with gas and electricity | $150 | Discontinued April 30, 2015, as planned |
| Floor insulation | Homes heated with gas and electricity | $0.40 per square foot | $0.40 per square foot continuing without change |
| Wall insulation | Homes heated with gas and electricity | $0.50 per square foot | $0.50 per square foot continuing without change |
Energy Trust will communicate July 1, 2015 incentive changes based on the OPUC ruling as they become available. Please read Insider Newsletters and watch for emails. For more information, contact the Existing Homes team at 1.866.365.3526.