Energy Trust updates its incentives annually, and the following changes will take effect on January 1, 2019. These changes only apply to the Residential program. Please note that any incentives not listed below will remain at their current 2018 levels. Residential incentive changes effective January 1, 2019:
Overview of 2019 Residential Incentive Changes – Oregon
| Upgrade | 2018 Incentive | 2019 Incentive |
|---|---|---|
| Specification Changes | ||
| Clothes washers | IMEF of 2.38 or greater | IMEF of 2.76 or greater |
| Attic insulation | $0.25 per sq ft up to $100. If R-13 to R-18, insulate to R-38. | $0.25 per sq ft, if existing condition is R-11 or less, insulate to R-38. |
| Floor insulation | Manufactured homes only: $0.30 per sq ft. If R-11 or less, insulate to R-30 or fill cavity. | Manufactured homes only: $0.30 per sq ft. If existing condition is R-0 or less, insulate to R-30 or fill cavity. |
| Incentive Changes | ||
| Heat pump water heater Tier 3, Savings Within Reach | $600, All tank sizes qualify; must replace electric resistance tank water heater | $375; all tank sizes qualify |
| Reflector LED, Direct Install | $8.75, Must meet ENERGY STAR® requirements | $8.00; must meet ENERGY STAR requirements |
| Discontinued | ||
| Alternative on-site wastewater treatment system | $400, Select models qualify | Discontinued |
| Pool pump | $200, Must meet ENERGY STAR requirements and be professionally installed | Discontinued |
| Boiler pipe insulation | $0.50 per linear foot. If R-2 or less, insulate to R-8. | Discontinued |
| Gas boiler | $200, 88% AFUE or greater | Discontinued |
Overview of 2019 Residential Incentive Changes — Washington
| Upgrade | 2018 Incentive | 2019 Incentive |
|---|---|---|
| Gas furnace | $100, 90% AFUE or greater $200, 95% AFUE or greater | $200, 95% AFUE or greater |
| Gas furnace in rentals | N/A | $550, 90% AFUE or greater |
| Attic insulation | $0.25 per sq. ft. If R-19 or less, then insulate to R-38. | $0.25 per sq. ft. If R-11 or less, then insulate to R-38. |
| Discontinued | ||
| Air sealing | $150 per home, home must be built during or before 1982 | Discontinued |
| Direct-vent gas unit heater | Up to $100, 80% AFUE or greater | Discontinued |
| Duct insulation | 50% of cost, up to $100. If R-2 or less, insulate to R-11. Duct sealing must be completed prior to duct insulation. | Discontinued |
Starting on January 1, 2019, revised application forms will be available on the trade ally resources web pages.
For more information about incentive changes and effective dates, contact the Home Retrofit Trade Ally hotline at 1.866.365.3526 or residentialta@energytrust.org.