Rebates & Incentives

Our partners offer a variety of programs and incentives for people who choose to go green! See the list below. Please ntoe that some programs have cut-off times. For questions regarding a specific program, please contact the organization that offers it.

CPS
SAWS
VIA Metropolitan Transit
City of San Antonio

CPS Energy Programs

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.

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

San Antonio Water System Programs

H2OME Residential Rebates

If you're a homeowner and a SAWS customer, you can get these great rebates by taking steps to conserve water:

Watersaver Landscape Rebate

Watersaver Landscapes are lush and green, full of color and texture, providing an interesting retreat for humans and wildlife alike, while contributing to solutions in water conservation efforts. SAWS will rebate up to $525 for landscaping your yard with low-water plants and other steps.

Requirements and how to apply can be found here

Free Water-efficient Toilet:

Through the 'Kick the Can' program, SAWS will give you up to two new water-efficient toilets absolutely free.  And it's so simple-SAWS has already found high-quality water saving toilets for you. All you have to do is fill out the application form here and then use the voucher you are sent for a free water-saving toilet.

Toilet Rebate for New Construction:

Washing Machine Rebate:

Here’s a dirty little secret about your old washing machine: It wastes water, energy and money. It’s time to consider a new water and energy efficient washing machine. SAWS will give you a $100 credit for installing a high-efficiency washing mahine. A high-efficiency machine can reduce energy use by up to 70% and water use up to 50%.

Choose from a current list of approved models and send in this application form

Hot-Water-On-Demand System Rebate:

Are you still watching water go down the drain while you wait for it to get warm? If so, you're wasting water, energy and money. It's time to consider installing a hot-water-on-demand system. You can get a $150 rebate on the system, and start having hot water up to 80% faster than a regular water heater. You can also save up to 10,000 gallons of water a year, which means more money in your pocket. Fill out this application and send it in along with the original receipt to claim your rebate.

More information and a list of approved models can be found on SAWS' website here

Commercial Rebates

Please refer to http://www.saws.org/conservation/commercial/ for commercial rebates offered through SAWS.

VIA Metropolitan Transit

VIA offers citizens attractive alternatives to driving alone in a car. One full VIA bus means as many as 40 fewer cars on the roads emitting ozone-causing pollution in the air. Our riders are doing their part to keep our air clean while leaving the parking hassles, high gas prices and the traffic jams behind.

VIA's mass transportation system is only one part of the total solution to the air pollution problem and the threat it poses to our health and economy. We have to work together at all levels to make the air we breathe cleaner. Besides choosing VIA's bus or vanpool services, you can carpool to work, ride a bike or walk to the neighborhood store. Avoid driving during peak traffic periods and heed the warnings given on Air Quality Health Alert days.

Find out how local companies are teaming up with VIA to get more commuters on the bus.

City of San Antonio

Hybrid Vehicles:

Personal hybrid vehicles displaying an authorized vehicle placard are allowed to park free at any downtown parking meter. To date 354 permits have been distributed. Hybrid owners are asked to register in person at the Downtown Operations Parking Division Facility located at 243 N. Center Street, Suite 202. Placards are distributed Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm. The placards are issued at no charge and are limited to one per authorized vehicle owner. For more information call 207-8277.

Development Incentives

The Economic Development Department’s Incentive Scorecard Program provides tax abatements for new commercial buildings that are certified LEED or residential developments that are certified by the Build San Antonio Green program.