Ontario Power Authority Heating & Cooling Incentive 2017 Rebate Changes

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The OPA now allows rebate claims for both replacement equipment and new installations.

New to 2014, residences that do not currently have CAC or central heating systems are now eligible to apply for this incentive.  Incentives for installations of eligible equipment completed between Jan 1, 2014 and Dec. 31, 2014. Your contractor must enter your online incentive submission by January 8, 2015 and the proof of purchase must be sent in by February 1, 2015.

The Heating & Cooling Incentive program encourages Ontario residents to install energy efficient heating and cooling systems, when replacing their existing systems by providing the following rebate offers;

*Get a $250 incentive when you install a high-efficiency furnace equipped with an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM).

*Get a $250 incentive when you install an ENERGY STAR qualified CAC system (NOTE: ENERGY STAR qualified criteria = minimum 14.5 SEER and 12 EER).

*Get a $400 incentive when you install a stand-alone CEE "Tier 2" level central air conditioning system (NOTE: "Tier 2" level qualified criteria = minimum 15 SEER and 12.5 EER).

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Dear Wholesaler Members,
Just an FYI to let you know that the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) will continue to offer the existing Heating and Cooling incentives until June 30, 2017. HRAI has requested updated listings of qualified ECM equipped furnaces and contact information from participating Manufacturers. New eligible equipment and incentives are expected to be introduced by July 1, 2017. 
The Program will include:
•   $250 incentive when you have an existing furnace replaced with the purchase and installation of an eligible high-efficiency furnace equipped with an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM). – will be eligible until Dec. 31, 2017
•   $250 incentive when you install or replace your existing central air conditioner (CAC) system or install a new CAC system that is purchased and installed of an ENERGY STAR qualified CAC system with a minimum 14.5 SEER and 12 EER (confirmed by AHRI reference number).  – only eligible until June 30, 2017
•   $400 incentive when you install or replace your existing central air conditioner (CAC) replaced with the purchase and installation of an ENERGY STAR qualified central air conditioning system with a minimum 15 SEER and 12.5 EER (confirmed by AHRI reference number). – only eligible until June 30, 2017
The IESO will be removing the CAC incentives for the SEER 14.5 & 15 (EERs 12 &12.5) from the program as of June 30, 2017 and will be looking at introducing incentives for the following products starting July 1, 2017: 
•         Central Air Conditioners – SEER 18+
•         Air Source Heat Pumps –Ducted and ductless, including ductless multiport
•         Drop in ECMs for furnaces
•         ECM Circulator pumps
•         Air Source Cold Climate Heat Pumps – Ducted and ductless, including ductless multiport
•         Adaptive Thermostats
Once the IESO confirms these new products will be eligible, HRAI will communicate the final details of the program changes for July 2017.
Please note the IESO can change the terms of the initiative during the program year, including the eligible products and incentive amount. HRAI will communicate any changes to you.
Thank you,
Sarah Coleman
Senior Project Coordinator, Incentive Programs
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI)
2350 Matheson Blvd. East, Suite 101, Mississauga, ON   L4W 5G9
1-800-267-2231 or 905-602-4700 ext. 248 | 905-602-1197 (fax) | scoleman@hrai.ca