Window Upgrades for Commercial Buildings

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Today's ENERGY STAR® certified windows offer greater savings than ever before. Replacing old windows with ENERGY STAR® certified windows can lower energy bills and improve comfort for building occupants. We’ve designed our program to help you pay for these long-lasting upgrades!
  • Save energy and money every month
  • Be more comfortable, no matter the season
  • Reduce noise and exterior pollutants

Incentive Information

Emerald can work with you and your contractor to install energy efficient windows to minimize wasted energy and lower electric heating and cooling bills. Rebates are paid by the square foot for projects that adhere to Emerald’s installation standards. We’re here to help you assess opportunities, select experienced installers to provide you with quotes, and guide you through the process.

WINDOW UPGRADE New windows with U-Value Less Than 0.30            $9.00/SF not to exceed 50% of cost
Eligibility
• Building occupied by an active Emerald customer served by a non-residential rate schedule.
• Building uses electric sources as its primary source of heat.
• The total conditioned floor area is less than 20,000 sq ft
• Pre-existing windows must be single-pane, single-pane with storm windows, or double-pane with metal frame windows.
• This program requires a FREE Emerald Energy Audit to confirm eligibility and discover additional efficiency opportunities and incentives.
• Participant is authorized to make improvements.
Requirements
• Replacement windows must have NFRC rating of 0.30 U-value or lower.
• Insulation must be installed in accordance with any applicable Weatherization Specifications.
• Participant authorizes Emerald to conduct quality inspections to ensure program specifications are followed.
• Installation must be completed within 90 days of project pre-authorization.
Steps to Participate
We can help you identify savings opportunities, find qualified contractors, and ensure compliance with program requirements.
1. Confirm eligibility for your program by contacting Emerald's Energy Services. Schedule your FREE Emerald Energy Audit to confirm program eligibility.
2. Find approved contractors and get project cost estimates; we suggest getting multiple bids from contractors.
3. Submit the Commercial Windows Incentive Application Form along with contractor invoices showing products installed, installation date, and total project cost.
4. Once installation is complete, contact Emerald to schedule the final inspection to ensure compliance with the information provided on the incentive application.
5. Utility will authorize rebate payment upon final approval.
6. The rebate will be processed once the inspection is completed.