HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Rebates for photovoltaic systems under Smart Energy Program RESOLUTION NO. 12-540
RESOLUTION APPROVING ADDITION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS REBATE
TO EXISTING SMART ENERGY PROGRAM
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, Smart Energy programs are designed to reduce summer demand for electricity
resulting in a lower cost to the utility by delaying future generation; and,
WHEREAS, side benefits of the Smart Energy Program are: a reduction in customer bills;
a lower electric rate over time; contribution to a more robust electric distribution system; and, a
cleaner environment; and,
WHEREAS, in addition, Smart Energy programs provide economic incentives to entice
customers to install more efficient equipment resulting in a reduction in electric KW demand; and,
WHEREAS, photovoltaic (active solar) systems do not qualify for a rebate under Smart
Energy, however, they do reduce electrical demand, most notably during the heat of the summer;
and,
WHEREAS, inclusion of an incentive to promote the installation of photovoltaic systems
would be modeled after the Commercial Custom rebate program and pay a one-time rebate of$500
for every KW the solar system generates/removes from the utility's system during the City's summer
peak season.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the addition of a photovoltaic installation rebate to the existing Smart Energy program at a level
of$500 per KW generated for systems installed after July 1, 2012, is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 9`' day of October, 2012.
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Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ann H. Campbell, Mayor 01
Introduced by: Larson
Seconded by: Orazem
Voting aye: Davis, Goodman, Larson, Orazem, Szopinski
Voting nay: None Absent: Wacha
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 9tn day of October, 2012.