Rebates

Because SEMO Electric is owned by the members we serve, we also take a major interest in energy efficiency efforts. Energy conservation and efficiency improvements reduce the need for electricity infrastructure, help manage electricity demand, and lower the energy bills of member-consumers.

We offer rebates for some water heaters, air-source heat pumps, and ground-source heat pumps. Please see below the rebate application PDF forms. SEMO Electric also helps local businesses, churches, and schools with lighting rebates. Each rebate has its own guidelines. If you would like to know more, please email Dannett or (800) 813-5230. All rebates are subject to individual conditions and exclusions.

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Air Source Heat Pump

Rebates:

  • $250 per ton from SEMO with an Energy Star Plus 2 rated at a minimum of 17.0 SEER (Subject to change without notice and must be installed by a certified dealer)
  • Federal and State tax incentives may apply. Consult your tax advisor for details.
  • Supplemental heat must be controlled by an automatic thermostat.
  • AHRI certificate required.
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Ground Source Heat Pump

Ground Source Heat Pumps are a way to maximize your efficiency by up to 300% and reduce your home heating costs by as much as 50% to 70%.

Rebates:

  • $750 per ton if it meets SEMO Electric’s installation requirements. ($250 per ton from SEMO Electric Cooperative and $500 per ton from AECI; conditions apply.)
  • Limit of 10 tons for residential and 50 tons for commercial.
  • The unit must meet EER requirements.
  • Federal and state tax incentives may apply. Consult your tax advisor for details.
  • AHRI certificate required.

For the replacement of the indoor ground source heat pump unit only (does not include the loop system), a $150 per ton rebate will apply. If the indoor heat pump (compressor) unit is replaced, it must gain 3 EER rating points and meet the Take Control & Save Program requirements. A Manual J calculation is not required when replacing indoor units only.

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High-Efficiency Motor

High Efficiency Motor rebate amount is limited to 50% of the total cost of the unit.

  • All new motors must meet National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Premium standards.
  • All old motors must be properly disposed of.
  • The appliance must be installed where electricity is supplied by SEMO Electric Cooperative.
  • Submit a copy of the receipt within 90 days of purchase.
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Water Heater Rebate

To qualify for the $165 water heater rebate:

  • The electric water heater must be installed where electricity is supplied by SEMO Electric Cooperative.
  • The water heater must have an energy factor of .90 or greater.
  • Limit 2 rebates for up to two 40-gallon or larger water heaters.
  • Provide the make, model, energy factor, and serial number of the appliance; information found on the shipping box label. If replacing a water heater, please provide the make, model, and serial number of the old water heater.
  • Complete a separate application for each installation site.
  • Include a copy of the original, dated sales receipt with the application.
  • Incomplete applications will not be processed for rebates.
  • Submit the completed application and sales receipt within 90 days of purchase. Please allow 6 to 8 weeks for processing.
  • Hybrid heat pumps and tankless water heaters are not eligible for rebates.
  • AHRI certificate required.
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Advanced Thermostats

To qualify for the $50 advanced thermostat rebate:

  • The advanced thermostat must be installed where electricity is supplied by SEMO Electric Cooperative.
  • Must be a member in good standing with the cooperative.
  • Rebates are available for new or existing homes.
  • The rebate amount is limited to 50% of the total cost of the unit up to $50 per unit.
  • The thermostat must be Energy Star-rated.
  • Limit of 2 per member address/location.
  • Provide manufacturer, model, cooling tons controlled, and SEER of the unit.
  • Include a copy of the original, dated sales receipt with the application.
  • Member agrees to not install or operate any form of backup heat, electric or otherwise, without expressed written consent of SEMO Electric Cooperative. Failure to comply will result in the repayment of all rebates paid to members.
  • Rebates may be subject to load control programs. The participant agrees to allow the cooperative to control their heating and cooling equipment now or in the future.
  • Incomplete applications will not be processed for rebates.
  • Submit the completed application and sales receipt within 90 days of purchase. Please allow 6 to 8 weeks for processing.
  • Compete a separate application for each installation site.
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Commercial Lighting

Rebates available up to 40% of the cost of the fixture or 6 cents per kilowatt (kWh) savings, whichever is less. The facility must have more than 10 light fixtures. Annual limits apply.

  • Application and Lighting Inventory Form must be filled out completely.
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Window-Unit Air Conditioner

Receive a $50 rebate for the first-time purchase or replacement of an older, inefficient unit with a high-efficiency, Energy Star-rated window-unit air conditioner. Limit one per address.

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Programmable Timer for Engine Block

  • The rebate amount is limited to 50% of the total cost of the unit.
  • Must be a programmable timer.
  • The timer must be heavy-duty and designed for outdoor and cold weather resistance.
  • Rated for a minimum of 15 amps or 1,800 watts capacity.
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Mini-Split

Rebate qualifications:

  • $250 per ton from SEMO with an Energy Star Plus 2 rated at a minimum of 17.0 SEER (Subject to change without notice and must be installed by a certified dealer)
  • Limit of 10 tons for residential and 50 tons for commercial.
  • AHRI Certificate required.
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Variable Frequency Drives for H.V.A.C. Pumps/Fans Rebate

The rebate amount is limited to 50% of the total cost of the unit. The rebate dollar limit is $50 per brake horsepower.

  • VFD must be controlled.
  • This rebate is not for the replacement of existing VFDs.
  • Applications include a hot water pump, chilled water pump, and HVAC fan.
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Basement / Crawl Space / Slab Insulation

The rebate amount is 50% up to $500. the cost of the insulation when done in conjunction with the installation of a ground source heat pump.

  • The rebate program is limited to cooperative services that purchase 6,000 or more kWhs from the cooperative on an annual basis.
  • For basement/crawlspace walls in Zone 3 insulation must be an R-10.
  • Concrete Slab floors should have a minimum of a 1inch thick waterproof insulation board between the entire outside edge of the slab and the foundation.
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Energy Star Heat Pump Water Heater

The rebate amount is limited to 50% of the total cost of the unit.

  • The appliance must be Energy Star-rated.
  • If the new unit replaces an old unit, the efficiency rating of the old unit must be less than 0.9
  • Tankless water heaters are not eligible for this program.
  • Gas water heaters are not eligible for this program.
  • Replacing a gas water heater with a heat pump water heater is eligible for this program.
  • Limit of up to 2 per member.
  • Rebate applies only to 40 gallon or larger heat pump water heaters.
  • AHRI certificate required.
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Commercial and industrial account incentives/rebates may be taxable and if greater than $600, should be reported to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by the cooperative as income to the recipient on IRS Form 1099-MISC unless the member has identified themselves as a corporation or as a tax-exempt entity.