Commercial New Lighting Rebate

Rebate Program Details

Commercial Lighting Rebate Programs provide incentives to customers who install high-efficiency lighting equipment, and are available for our AMU commercial customers. Savings can be found with a rebate from us to help reduce your lighting equipment purchase cost, and with lower operating costs throughout the life of the product.

Rebate Amount

Amount is calculated based on energy savings.  New lighting equipment must save energy; this equipment requires lower wattage than equivalent lighting that may have otherwise been installed.

Qualified Equipment

Use these categories of qualified lighting equipment on the AMU Lighting Claim Sheet (pg. 5).

Program Specific Rules

• New systems  must result in a net load reduction in kW usage from that of an equivalent choice lighting system.
• Inspection and Verification: AMU reserves the right to inspect customer facility (i.e.) for any and all installations and will need access to survey the installed project. If the Utility finds that the customer has not complied with its rules, any rebate the customer has received must be returned to the Utility.  
• Installation and Rebate Amount Limitations: Installation should be completed before submitting rebate application. Under no circumstance will AMU pay more than 60% of the cost (excluding labor) of each item submitted for rebate. The maximum rebate amount shall be the lessor of 60% of the project cost (excluding labor) or $100,000. The Utility will issue rebates in the form of checks unless the utility account is delinquent, or rebate amount is less than $100, in which case, a credit will be applied. The customer is responsible for paying the contractor in full. Rebate checks will only be issued and mailed to the utility account holder.
• Invoice and Payment: The customer must notify the Utility and submit invoices specifying the quantity and price of all materials purchased, the date ordered, installation costs and applicable taxes. The invoices should also contain the contractor’s name and address as well as the customer’s name and installation address. Rebate checks will only be issued and mailed to the utility account holder.
• Equipment Eligibility Requirements: All equipment must be new and meet specification requirements. New systems must result in a net load reduction in kW usage from that of an equivalent choice lighting system with higher wattage(s). AMU uses the Minnesota Technical Resource Manual (TRM) for baseline lamp/fixture wattage of less efficient standard practice to compare with new construction systems to measure and estimate kW savings. Rebate amount is calculated from total kWh estimated energy savings. See examples of Qualified Equipment on page 3 of this application. Page 3 also includes examples of less efficient standard practice equipment that is NOT qualified for rebate.
• Tax Information: The Utility will not be responsible for any tax liability imposed as a result of the rebate payment(s). Customers are advised to consult their tax advisors before submitting rebate requests.
• Privacy Information: Information contained in this rebate application may be shared with the Department of Commerce and the Minnesota Municipal Power Association.
• Annual Operation Hours: Rebate amounts are calculated using annual operating hours of building type selected on page 4 of this application. Annual Operating Hours are in accordance with the MN Technical Reference Manual (TRM). Visit https://mn.gov/commerce/energy/industry-government/cip/technical-reference-manual/ to view the most recent and effective version of the TRM for the current deemed annual hours from Table 2 based on building type.
• Disclaimer: 
  • The Utility gives no warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to equipment operation, material, workmanship, manufacturing, or energy or cost savings. In no event shall the Utility be liable for any incidental or consequential damage. The Utility is not responsible for the disposal of lamps and/or ballasts replaced as a result of this program.
  • AMU does not endorse any particular manufacturer, product, or system design by offering these rebates. AMU does not expressly or implicitly warrant the performance of the installed equipment. AMU does not guarantee that a specific level of energy cost savings will result from implementing energy conservation measures or the use of products funded under this program.
  • The customer acknowledges that nothing contained in the application shall impose any liability on AMU for the work performed and information presented by the customer’s engineer, contractor, or vendor. AMU is not liable for rebates promised to customers as a result of a contractor misrepresenting the program.

How to Apply

1. Anoka Municipal Utility (AMU) provides energy efficiency rebates for the purchase and installation of energy saving lighting equipment. New lighting equipment must save energy; this equipment requires lower wattage than equivalent lighting that may have otherwise been installed. Check the Qualified Equipment section to see if your lighting purchase may qualify for rebate.
2. A signed rebate application and detailed invoice(s) must be submitted to AMU (or postmarked) within 12 months of the invoice date. Invoice (s) submitted must include itemized quantity, price, manufacturer’s make and model numbers, and product codes for each material item and/or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specification sheets. 
3. The customer understands the program term is calendar year, January 1st through December 31st, or sooner if allocated funds from AMU are depleted. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you estimate your rebate to be $10,000 or more, please call us at 763-576-2903 before submitting your application. This program shall at all times be subject to change or termination without prior notice.
4.  Read the Program Specific Rules to make sure your equipment qualifies for this rebate.
5. Print, complete, and sign the rebate application and submit with all required documentation in person, by mail, or by uploading the completed application and invoice(s) using the online rebate submission form. Do not include account number or other sensitive information with online submission. Only complete applications will be processed.
6. Make and retain a copy of all materials including application and rebate forms and paid receipts for one year. 
7.  The Utility will issue rebates in the form of checks unless the utility account is delinquent, or rebate amount is less than $100, in which case, a credit will be applied. The customer is responsible for paying the contractor in full. Rebate checks are issued and mailed to the utility account holder only. 
8. If all the above criteria are met and verified, you will receive your rebate check as time allows. 
   
   

Rebate Application & Submission

•  Commercial Lighting New Rebate Application (PDF)
  
  Send in completed rebate form one of two ways, along with required documentation, see How To Apply, step five (5) for details.

1. Submit Online
   1. Upload Completed Rebate Application and Invoice(s)
   2. Use the Commercial Lighting New Rebate Submission Form
2. Submit In-Person or By Mail
   1. Print Completed Rebate Application and Invoice(s)
   2. Drop off or Mail to:
      
      Anoka Municipal Utility Shop
      ATTN: Rebates
      501 Pierce Street
      Anoka, MN  55303

Questions?  

Use our Rebate Questions Form or call us at 763-576-2903.