The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is powering up for a $1.1 million energy-efficiency rebate program for the state’s municipal governments.
The Buy Green, Save Green Rebates for New York State Local Governments program starts Sept. 25. It will pay 75 percent of the purchase price of eligible products local governments buy after that date.
Qualifying products include Energy Star refrigerators, dehumidifiers, commercial dishwashers, air conditioners, copiers, fax machines, printers, scanners, and mailing machines. Compact fluorescent light bulbs and light-emitting diode bulbs purchased in batches of 10 or more also qualify, as do advanced power strips bought at least two at a time.
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A single piece of equipment cannot cost more than $4,999. Eligible municipalities can receive a total of no more than $20,000 in rebates.
“This program will assist municipalities across New York state to invest in energy-efficiency measures that will help reduce their operational costs through lower energy bills,” NYSERDA President and CEO Francis Murray said in a news release.
Sources of funding for the rebate program include a U.S. Department of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant and a Department of Energy State Energy Program award.
A list of eligible and ineligible municipalities is located at nysappliancerebates.com. That site also contains details on eligible products and will host rebate applications. Additionally, applications will be available by calling 1-877-NYSMART starting on Sept. 25.
Contact Seltzer at rseltzer@cnybj.com


