Save: Off-Peak

When you are building a new home or planning a renovation, smart electric choices made early can pay off for years to come. By selecting the right electric technologies, you can lower energy use, reduce costs, and take advantage of off-peak electric rates that are nearly half the standard rate, along with valuable rebates. These off-peak eligible options form a strong foundation for an efficient, all-electric or hybrid home.

Air-source heat pump
Function: Uses electricity to move heat from one place to another without burning fuel
Advantage: A self-contained system that works with existing ductwork
Incentive: Rebate of $150 per ton

Thermal storage heater
Function: Stores heat during off-peak hours in sand and slab
Advantage: Operates without the need for backup fuel
Incentive: Rebate of $45 per kilowatt

Electric water heater
Function: Heats water during off-peak hours and stores it in a highly insulated tank to minimize heat loss
Advantage: Simple installation with no venting, gas lines, or fuel tanks required
Incentive: Rebates up to $500

Electric vehicle charger
Function: A Level 2 home charging system using a 240-volt power source to charge vehicles during off-peak hours, typically overnight
Advantage: Many electric vehicles can be fully charged for about $20 per month on the off-peak rate
Incentive: Rebate of $50 per kilowatt, up to $750

Electric plenum heater
Function: Adds an electric heating element to an existing fuel furnace and uses the same blower to distribute heat
Advantage: One of the easiest ways to create a dual-fuel heating system using an existing propane or oil furnace
Incentive: Rebate of $25 per kilowatt

To learn more about off-peak electricity and available incentives, click here.