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Washington, D.C.Rebate Program

Sustainable Energy Utility - Commercial and Multifamily Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

You getInstant Lighting from Participating Distributor Between $5 - $60 per tube/fixture. See distributor list and website for more information Lighting Incentives vary widely by lighting type and lumen count. See program website for complete offerings. Instant HVAC Rebates from Participating Distributors Water Heater Electric Heat Pumps - Integrated: $300 - $600 Variable Speed (Ductless) Mini-Split Heat Pumps: $375 - $700 HVAC Commercial Heat Pumps & Air Conditioning Commercial Air Source Heat Pumps: $375 - $700 Commercial Air Source Heat Pumps (Ducted): $375 - $700 Large Commercial Air Source Heat Pumps: $500 - $650 Refrigeration, Food, & Vending Equipment Reach-in Refrigerators: $75 - $340 Reach-in Freezers: $100 - $525 Evaporation Fan Motors: $125 - $175/fan Add Doors for Reach-in Refrigerators or Freezers: $40 - $60/foot Strip Curtains, Walk-in Refrigeration or Freezers: $15 - $20/foot Display Case Light Door Fixtures: $20 - $25 per foot Spray Rinse Valve (≤ 1.0 GPM): $40 - $60/unit Vending Machine Controllers: $40 Plug-Load Occupancy Sensor: $20 Motors Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) 2-15hp: $150 per hp standard VFDs > 15hp: custom, see website Electric Lawn Equipment Electric Riding Lawn Mower: $1,000 off Electric Push Lawn Mower: $100
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Quick facts

Incentive type
Rebate Program
Amount
Instant Lighting from Participating Distributor Between $5 - $60 per tube/fixture. See distributor list and website for more information Lighting Incentives vary widely by lighting type and lumen count. See program website for complete offerings. Instant HVAC Rebates from Participating Distributors Water Heater Electric Heat Pumps - Integrated: $300 - $600 Variable Speed (Ductless) Mini-Split Heat Pumps: $375 - $700 HVAC Commercial Heat Pumps & Air Conditioning Commercial Air Source Heat Pumps: $375 - $700 Commercial Air Source Heat Pumps (Ducted): $375 - $700 Large Commercial Air Source Heat Pumps: $500 - $650 Refrigeration, Food, & Vending Equipment Reach-in Refrigerators: $75 - $340 Reach-in Freezers: $100 - $525 Evaporation Fan Motors: $125 - $175/fan Add Doors for Reach-in Refrigerators or Freezers: $40 - $60/foot Strip Curtains, Walk-in Refrigeration or Freezers: $15 - $20/foot Display Case Light Door Fixtures: $20 - $25 per foot Spray Rinse Valve (≤ 1.0 GPM): $40 - $60/unit Vending Machine Controllers: $40 Plug-Load Occupancy Sensor: $20 Motors Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) 2-15hp: $150 per hp standard VFDs > 15hp: custom, see website Electric Lawn Equipment Electric Riding Lawn Mower: $1,000 off Electric Push Lawn Mower: $100
Administrator
Sustainable Energy Utility
Applies to
Utility, Commercial
Technologies
Lighting, HVAC, Commercial Refrigeration Equipment, Refrigerators/Freezers, Motor VFDs

Dates

Source last updated
June 24, 2025

About this incentive

The DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) offers a range of rebates to help businesses, multifamily residences, and commercial buildings in the District save energy and reduce costs. By upgrading to energy-efficient lighting, HVAC systems, refrigeration, motors, and even electric lawn care equipment you can lower utility bills, improve comfort, and enhance productivity. See website for details.

Data updated . Always confirm details on the official program website before applying. Programs change frequently.