For full details about CPS Energy’s rebates, please visit their website here.
CPS Energy
New Construction
Whole Home Rebates
CPS Energy offers rebates for new construction. These rebates are based on the performance of the home compared to City codes. Certifying a home through Build San Antonio Green’s® Level 1 Program or higher will qualify a home to recieve these rebates. Homes built outside the City limits must use Build San Antonio Green® to qualify for the Whole Home Rebate
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New Construction Level 1
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New Construction Level 2
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New Construction Level 3
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| Whole Home Rebate |
$800
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$1500
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$1500
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Complete details about the CPS Energy Whole Home Rebate can be found here.
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Rebates are available for ground source heat pumps based on the EER (Energy Efficiency Rating). Rebates are $400 per ton for qualifying units, with an additional $50 per ton for every 1.0 above the minimum EER
| Type of Heat Pump | Minimum EER |
| Open Loop | 16.2 |
| Closed Loop | 14.1 |
| Direct Expansion | 15.2 |
Complete details on the Ground Source Heat Pump Rebate can be found here.
Solar Water Heaters
Rebates for the solar water heating systems will have a minimum of $400 with a maximum allowable rebate amount of $800 and will be calculated using the Solar Rating Certification Corporation’s(SRCC) calculated Annual kWh Energy Savings Performance table for San Antonio. Rebate funding is on a first come, first served basis. Full details and an application can be found here.
Solar Photovoltaic (PV)
The CPS Energy Solar Initiative Rebate program is offering an incentive of $3.00 per AC watt based on the calculated expected performance of the system that is less than 100kW. For systems larger than 100kW please contact CPS Energy. Rebates are on a first come, first served basis. Full details and requirements as well as an application can be found here.
Green Retrofit Rebates
Air Conditioning Rebates
Rebates for central air conditioning systems and central heat pump systems are determined by the overall seasonal energy efficiency ratio, or SEER. Central units that qualify for a rebate must have a SEER rating of 15.0 or greater. Your licensed air conditioning contractor or service technician can provide that information. Rebates start at $110 per ton.
Window unit air conditioners that qualify for a rebate must be ENERGY STAR® certified. Window units of 8,000 BTU or less qualify for a one-time $50 credit. Window units greater than 8,000 BTU qualify for a $100 credit. For a current listing of ENERGY STAR® -certified units from all manufacturers, please visit the ENERGY STAR® website at www.energystar.gov.
More details about the Air Conditioner rebates can be found here.
Air Flow Performance Rebates
Duct Repair or Replacement - 25 percent, up to $2,500 per system
Duct Testing – 50 percent, up to $250 per system
The Air Flow Performance Certification program will include rebates for the repair and/or replacement of duct work needed to improve the overall efficiency of your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system and for testing that shows improvement to the HVAC system. Rebates are not available for duct sealing.
Attic Insulation Rebates
$.25 per square foot of attic insulation installed. Details can be found here.
Spray Foam Insulation
Attic & Walls - $0.50 per square feet of the floor plan of the conditioned areas of a home (up to $1,500)
Attic Only – $.25 per square feet of the attic floor space over conditioned areas of the home (up to $1,500)
Details of the Spray Foam Insulation rebate may be found here.
Wall Insulation
CPS offers a rebate of $.25 per square foot of the treated wall area. Details can be found here.
Window Screens & Films
Solar screens and films are eligible for a rebate of $.50 per square foot of the installed screen/film. Details can be found here.
Cool Roof Rebate
CPS offers a rebate of $.20 per square foot of roof area on an ENERGY STAR® “Cool Roof” Details can be found here.
Solar Water Heaters
Rebates for the solar water heating systems will have a minimum of $400 with a maximum allowable rebate amount of $800 and will be calculated using the Solar Rating Certification Corporation’s(SRCC) calculated Annual kWh Energy Savings Performance table for San Antonio. Rebate funding is on a first come, first served basis. Full details and an application can be found here.
Solar Photovoltaic (PV)
The CPS Energy Solar Initiative Rebate program is offering an incentive of $3.00 per AC watt based on the calculated expected performance of the system that is less than 100kW. For systems larger than 100kW please contact CPS Energy. Rebates are on a first come, first served basis. Full details and requirements as well as an application can be found here.
Peak Saver
CPS offers free programmable thermostats to qualifying customers. Participants agree to let CPS Energy remotely access their central air conditioners to cycle compressors off for short periods of time (approximately ten minutes each half-hour) between 3-7 p.m., Monday through Friday, from May through September. This helps manage peak electric demand and the temperature increase inside your home is generally no more than 2 degrees. For more details and to apply, see this page. You can also apply for the program by calling toll-free (866) 222-7645.
