Energy Efficiency Incentives

North Central Public Power District is pleased to offer residential and commercial customers an Energy Efficiency Incentive Program when they install high-efficiency, ENERGY STAR® qualified equipment. The following chart indicates the qualifying criteria and the available incentives.

• The above Incentives are effective for all equipment installed after April 1, 2009.
• Cooling and heating system checkup incentive is limited to once every three years per residence or business. Please contact our office for a Cooling & Heating System Check-Up application form or click on this link Energy Efficiency Cooling & Heating System Check-Up Form to print out the form.
• For a Window Air Conditioner incentive, please contact North Central PPD’s office for more information  or click on this link Energy Efficiency Window Air Conditioner Form to print out the form.
• To receive an incentive for a heat pump follow these easy steps:
  • The homeowner selects an ENERGY STAR qualified heat pump (14 SEER or higher, and 8.2 HSPF or higher) (HSPF - heating season performance factor).
  • The installing contractor; 1) performs a Performance Verification Test on the System, 2) records the results on the High Efficiency Heat Pump Verification Application form (print form here) and 3) Signs it.
  • The homeowner signs and submits the application to North Central PPD, PO Box 90, Creighton NE 68729.
  • Once North Central PPD receive the High Efficiency Heat Pump Verification Application form and confirms the information the applicable incentive will be mailed to the homeowner.

New Tax Credits Offer Savings

Recent legislation in Washington, D.C., has given homeowners a chance to save even more by improving the energy efficiency of their house. Along with the cost-cutting experienced through reduced energy use of items such as energy-efficient replacement windows, a federal tax credit is available for qualifying home improvements. Installation costs are NOT covered by the tax credit for doors, insulation, roofs, and windows.

Tax credits are available at 30% of the cost, up to $1,500, in 2009 & 2010 (for existing homes only) for:

• Biomass Stoves
• HVAC Systems
• Insulation
• Roofs (Asphalt & Metal)
• Water Heaters (non-solar)
• Windows and Doors

Tax credits are available at 30% of the cost, with no upper limit through 2016 (for existing homes & new construction) for:

• Cars
• Fuel Cells
• Geothermal Heat Pumps
• Small Wind Systems
• Solar Energy Systems

Not all ENERGY STAR qualified homes and products qualify for a tax credit. These tax credits are available for a number of products at the highest efficiency levels, which typically cost much more than standard products. If, for whatever reason, you decide not to purchase a product covered by the tax credit, you may still consider purchasing an ENERGY STAR product. ENERGY STAR distinguishes energy efficient products which, although they may cost more to purchase than standard models, will pay you back in lower energy bills within a reasonable amount of time, without a tax credit.

• Tax Credits for Home Builders
• Tax Deductions for Commercial Buildings
• For More Information

Additional Incentive Options

Nebraska Dollar and Energy Saving Loans are offered statewide by the Nebraska Energy Office and the state's lending institutions. The interest rate is 5%* or less.  (*annual percentage rate)

Many common home, building or system energy improvements qualify for financing. These projects are generally cost-effective and can be financed with a low-interest loan for up to ten years, or for five years for appliances.

The Nebraska Energy Office administers this program. For more details go to Nebraska Energy Office or please contact: