Category: Residential Customers

Program Updates – Utah

Posted on by Sharon Nikosey

March 6, 2023

Changes to Wattsmart Homes Program in Utah

Utah Smart Plugs

Due to changes in market conditions, the incentive level for smart plugs is changing. The table below displays the incentive level for purchases prior to March 6, 2023.

Measure
Category
Incentive Prior to
March 6, 2023
Smart Plugs
Smart Accessories
Up to $10

Utah Engine Block Heater Controllers

Due to changes in market conditions, the incentive level for engine block heater controllers is changing. The table below displays the incentive level for purchases prior to March 6, 2023.

Measure
Category
Incentive Prior to
March 6, 2023
Engine Block Heater Controllers
Smart Accessories
Up to $100

Utah Dual Fuel Heat Pumps

Due to the increase in the federal minimum standard for heat pump ratings as well as participation needs, changes to the tiering structure of the Dual Fuel Heat Pump requirements are necessary. Market feedback has also indicated the need for the broadening of Dual Fuel Heat Pumps existing system requirements, which will allow for a more encompassing measure and be more beneficial to the market. The allowance of no existing central air conditioning will better serve low to moderate income communities. The new tiers and requirements will be added to the Wattsmart Homes program effective March 6, 2023, summarized in the table and language below.

Measure
Category
Incentive Prior to
March 6, 2023

Incentive Effective
March 6, 2023

Dual Fuel Heat Pump – Tier 1 – HSPF 8.5 / SEER 14 / AFUE 90 or higher – SF
HVAC
$1400 / $200
Tier retired
Dual Fuel Heat Pump – Tier 2 – HSPF 9.0 / SEER 15 / AFUE 90 or higher – SF
HVAC
$1600 / $200
New Tier 1 – HSPF 9.0 / SEER 15 / AFUE 90 or higher – SF – $1600 / $200
Dual Fuel Heat Pump – Tier 3 – HSPF 9.5 / SEER 17 / AFUE 90 or higher – SF
HVAC
$1800 / $200
New Tier 2 – HSPF 9.5 / SEER 16 / AFUE 90 or higher – SF – $1800 / $200

Program rule prior to March 6, 2023:

Customer’s applying for electric cooling incentives must have a permanently installed ducted central air conditioner or heat pump that cools at least 80% of the home’s conditioned floor area.

Program rule effective March 6, 2023:

The previous primary system must have been a permanently installed natural gas or propane ducted system that served at least 80% of the home’s conditioned living space.

It is the Company’s intent to make ongoing adjustments to the incentives for certain measures in response to market conditions (changes in material costs, product availability, price competition, etc.) and stay in alignment with the Company’s defined savings targets, incentive budget, and cost-effectiveness requirements.

Radio Interview – What a Watt?

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Chris Fleming chats about how customers can understand which household equipment uses the most energy. It’s as easy as playing an online, interactive game called “What’s a Watt?” Listen to the interview and then test your kilowatt knowledge at https://wattsmarthomes.com/whats-a-watt/

 

Radio Interview – HVAC Upgrade Benefits

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In his third interview, Chris discusses how Rocky Mountain Power’s rebates present opportunities for those in underserved communities who cannot afford upgrades otherwise. He also shares the health benefits of heat pumps. Listen and learn here.

Radio Interview – Heat Pumps Are a 2-for-1 Solution

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In his third interview, Chris discusses how Rocky Mountain Power’s rebates present opportunities for those in underserved communities who cannot afford upgrades otherwise. He also shares the health benefits of heat pumps. Listen and learn here.

Radio Interview – When to Look Into an HVAC Upgrade

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In this interview, Chris explains how heat pumps work to cool and heat a home. He also shares what to look for to determine if it could be time for an upgrade. Hit play to learn more.

Radio Interview – Introduction to Wattsmart

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If you missed Wattsmart Senior Program Services Manager Chris Fleming talking about how Rocky Mountain Power customers can save energy and earn rebates, you can listen here.
In this first interview, Chris introduces the Wattsmart program. He covers savings on appliances, heat and A/C equipment upgrades, heat pumps and smart accessories, for example.

Rocky Mountain Power Announces the Salt Lake Home and Garden Show Contest Winner

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Wattsmart Homes team, Blue Best team, and winner
The Rocky Mountain Power-Lennox-Blue Best Team with the newly installed heat pump and winner
Winner, Rebecca
Winner Rebecca Nielsen

 

On April 27, Rocky Mountain Power, Blue Best and Lennox gave away a dual fuel heat pump system worth approximately $15,000 to Salt Lake Home and Garden Show winner Rebecca Nielsen. Nielsen’s 2005 home in West Jordan still had its original HVAC unit, making it a perfect candidate for upgrading to a heat pump to improve efficiency. The original system was old and outdated, and the newly installed heat pump will heat and cool the home moving forward, providing better indoor air quality and comfort.

“We can’t believe our luck! Our new heat pump runs so efficiently and quietly to keep our home the perfect temperature. Many thanks to Rocky Mountain Power and Blue Best for this awesome gift!”- Rebecca Nielsen, Rocky Mountain Power customer and homeowner

 

Rocky Mountain Power, in partnership with Lennox and Blue Best

Rebecca emerged as the lucky winner at the Utah Home Show in Salt Lake City, where nearly 40,000 people were in attendance. The generous contribution from Lennox, a trusted partner of Rocky Mountain Power, added to the thrill by offering a super-efficient dual fuel heat pump system. Rebecca couldn’t contain her excitement when she received the call, and her enthusiasm only grew stronger once the installation was complete.

Blue Best Heating & Air, a reputable HVAC company based in Bountiful, Utah, provided the installation service. Rebecca considered herself fortunate to have her top-of-the-line Lennox equipment installed by this exceptional company. Making the installation even more special, Blue Best Heating & Air was recently awarded the 2023 “Best of State” for warehousing /distribution and heating & air conditioning. In addition, the company is women-owned and operated, bringing a unique perspective and more than two decades of industry experience.

The Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart team was delighted to participate in the Salt Lake Home and Garden Show in March. It allowed them to meet customers and hear about their energy concerns. The team was proud to direct customers to available rebates through the Wattsmart Homes program. When customers had questions about what upgrades may be needed, they were encouraged to get a home energy assessment.

Customers can schedule an appointment in our home energy assessment webpage.

 

What’s a Heat Pump?

Well, it isn’t your parents’ HVAC system. For more information, visit wattsmarthomes.com/heat-pump-comfort.

old unit
Rebecca’s original equipment
new dual fuel heat pump
New Lennox dual fuel heat pump