In 2021, the Pierre rebated nearly $60,000 to its utility customers through the City’s Bright Energy Solutions Program.
Utilities Director Brad Palmer says BES provides utility credits to people and businesses that purchase Energy Star appliances and lighting, electric vehicle chargers and energy efficient mechanical systems.
More than $39,000 of the nearly $60,000 in rebates went to Pierre residents and about $20,000 went to commercial customers. But, Palmer says business customers could be getting more.
Palmer says making the update to more energy efficient items earns utility customers a rebate now, but it also saves money down the road.
Palmer says when you buy an item that qualifies for a rebate, you submit a form to the City. He says the rebate amount is then applied to your utility bill.
For a complete list of rebate options, rebate forms and other energy-saving resources, visit BrightEnergySolutions.com.
The City of Pierre does not generate electricity; it distributes it. About two-thirds of Pierre’s electric power is hydroelectric power generated by the Oahe Dam and purchased from the Western Area Power Administration. The other one-third is purchased through Missouri River Energy Services (MRES), a not-for-profit whole sale power provider that exclusively serves public power entities.
The Bright Energy Solutions program is offered by a partnership between the City of Pierre and MRES.
Rebates are available for the following for high-efficiency ENERGY STAR® equipment:
- Air purifier: $25
- Clothes washer: $25
- Dehumidifier: $25
- LED lighting: $1.50 – $4
- Smart Thermostat: $25
- Window or wall air conditioner: $25
Residential customers can also receive these additional rebates:
- ChargePoint Home Electric Vehicle Charger: $500
- Air-Source heat pump: $200 – $1,300
- Geothermal heat pump: $200 per ton
- Central air conditioner: $200 – $400
- Heat pump or A/C tune-up: $30
- Heat pump water heater: $150
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