2016 Iowa Energy Efficiency Rebate Information For Your Home

2018 IOWAENERGY EFFICIENCY REBATE INFORMATION FOR YOUR HOME

OUR ENERGY FUTUREMidAmerican Energy Company is obsessively, relentlessly at your service – you can count on us to reliably deliver the energy you need at an affordable cost.

We also have a bold vision for Iowa’s energy future – to provide our customers with 100% renewable energy. MidAmerican Energy has made great strides in reaching that goal due to our investments in renewable energy projects around the state. By 2020, we anticipate providing 95% of our Iowa retail energy usage through green energy.

MidAmerican Energy recognizes that you want information and programs that enable you to manage your household energy consumption and costs. We are proud to offer robust programs to do just that – help you save energy and money, which also contributes to achieving the 100% renewable vision. The energy saving programs empower you to make decisions that in turn, help you meet your personal goals. That’s a win-win for MidAmerican Energy customers.

This booklet provides information about our rebates and incentive programs. Take advantage of a free energy assessment or high-efficiency equipment rebates, or use our Trade Ally Partner search tool to connect to dealers, contractors, suppliers and design professionals who can help with your energy efficiency projects. Utilizing MidAmerican’s energy- and money-saving programs now will benefit you for years to come.

PROGRAMS AND INFORMATION

HomeCheck®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Insulation and Home Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Appliance Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Heating, Cooling and Water Heating. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

SummerSaverSM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

New Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

Plant Trees, Save Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Trade Ally Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Additional Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Tips to Save Money and Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

General Qualifications and Conditions. . . . . . . . . . 16-17

How to qualify and apply for rebates

Many of MidAmerican Energy’s EnergyAdvantage® programs feature rebates that help to defray the often higher cost of energy-efficient equipment and materials. To apply for and receive one of these rebates after the installation of your new purchase has been completed, send in the appropriate MidAmerican Energy rebate application with a copy of your sales receipt or itemized invoice. Some products and services may require additional documentation, such as a yellow EnergyGuide label. These additional requirements are noted on each rebate application. Participants must be residential customers located in MidAmerican Energy’s Iowa service territory.

Rebate applications for products and services that typically are completed by an equipment dealer/installer can be obtained directly from that place of business. All rebate applications (with the exception of insulation applications, which are provided during a HomeCheck assessment) are available online at www.midamericanenergy.com/iowa-forms. You also can call our rebate processing center at 800-894-9599 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday, to have applications sent to you.

For the most up-to-date information about energy efficiency incentives and qualifications, visit www.midamericanenergy.com/ee.

Get your rebate faster

Follow these steps before mailing your rebate application. Accurate and complete rebate forms mean your rebate will arrive sooner.

n Complete all required information on the rebate application and include supporting documentation when applicable.

n Sign and date the Customer Agreement section.

n Include the EnergyGuide label for equipment, if applicable.

n Include a copy of the itemized sales receipt.

n Circle rebate-eligible items on the receipt.

n Retain a copy of the rebate application and receipts for your records.

n If you have questions about a rebate application, contact your dealer or call 800-894-9599.

Send all applications and required documentation to MidAmerican Energy in the most convenient way for you. Please allow 4-6 weeks for rebate processing.

Mail: MidAmerican Energy Company P.O. Box 4628 Des Moines, IA 50305-4628

Fax: 515-244-8825

Email: [email protected]

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HOMECHECK®

On-site assessments

Save money and energy, and add comfort to your home with a free HomeCheck on-site energy assessment from MidAmerican Energy.

Our energy expert will analyze various features of your home, including:

n Building construction n Building air leaks n Heating and cooling systems n Kitchen appliances n Laundry appliances n Lighting n Water heating equipment n Windows and doors n Insulation levels

If applicable, the energy expert may install the following energy-saving items at no cost:

n Programmable thermostat n Faucet aerators n Energy-efficient showerhead n Smart power strip n ENERGY STAR® certified LEDs n Pipe insulation

Do more and receive more!

Receive a bonus payment of $200 when you upgrade any three of the following qualifying recommended items by Nov. 30, 2018, after your on-site energy assessment:

n Air conditioner n Natural gas furnace n Heat pump n Refrigerator n Freezer n Heat pump water heater n Insulation

You must apply for and receive a rebate from MidAmerican Energy for three qualifying measures prior to applying for or receiving the bonus rebate. Upgrades must be installed and rebate applications submitted by Nov. 30, 2018, to be eligible for the bonus payment.

Online assessments

The online home energy assessment tool provides an overview of your energy use and energy-saving ideas right at your fingertips. Log in to your MidAmerican Energy account and click the Home Energy Assessment link to learn more. Personalize your online home energy assessment by updating your profile for a more customized experience.

One of the best energy efficiency improvements you can make is adding insulation. During your HomeCheck assessment, our energy expert will examine your home’s existing insulation level.

QUALIFICATIONSSee general qualifications on Pages 16-17.

Note: For on-site assessments, MidAmerican Energy must provide the primary heating fuel to your home. HomeCheck on-site energy assessment must be completed by Oct. 1, 2018.

Program-specific qualifications

n Homes must be built before Jan. 1, 2008.

n If you are seeking information on program opportunities for your multifamily building, see the For Your Business booklet, Page 8, for participation details.

n Renters: You must have your landlord’s approval, and the landlord should be present at the time of the assessment.

n Landlords: Call to confirm the appropriate assessment program for your building.

If you recently moved into a home that is eligible for a HomeCheck, call 800-545-0762 to schedule an on-site HomeCheck assessment. If you’ve had a HomeCheck, call 800-545-0762 to learn what to do next.

To be eligible for insulation or home sealing rebates, an on-site HomeCheck assessment must be completed before installation. Any improvements made prior to the assessment are ineligible for rebates.

How do I schedule a HomeCheck?

Call 800-545-0762 weekdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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INSULATION AND HOME SEALINGInsulation is one of the keys to a comfortable, energy-efficient home. The greatest energy savings often come from ensuring a home has adequate attic insulation levels. Sealing and insulating the envelope or shell of your home – its outer walls, ceilings, windows, doors and floors – often are effective ways to improve energy efficiency and comfort. A knowledgeable homeowner or skilled contractor can seal and insulate your home so you can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs (or up to 10 percent on total annual energy bills). MidAmerican Energy can help you achieve these results through rebates on both insulation and home sealing projects.

Note: An on-site HomeCheck assessment must be completed by Oct. 1, 2018, and before insulation and sealing projects begin to qualify for rebates. The assessor will determine the not-to-exceed rebate level during the HomeCheck assessment. All insulation projects must be completed and rebate applications submitted by Dec. 31, 2018.

InsulationMUST HAVE LESS THAN

RECOMMENDED LEVEL REBATE

Attic R-25 R-49 50% of total cost up to $1,000

To be eligible for a duct, foundation/crawlspace, wall/kneewall and rim/band joist insulation rebate, there can be no pre-existing insulation in the area. If recommended insulation levels cannot be achieved, a rebate will not apply.

Duct R-1 R-8 50% of total cost up to $750

Foundation/ Crawlspace

R-1 R-10/R-11 50% of total cost up to $1,000

n R-19 fiberglass batt insulation recommended for floor above crawlspace.

n If home has foundation and crawlspace insulation recommended, the crawlspace and foundation rebates are considered as one project.

Wall/Kneewall R-1 R-10/R-13 50% of total cost up to $1,000

n If home has sidewall and kneewall insulation recommended, the sidewall and kneewall rebates are considered as one project.

Rim/Band Joist R-1 R-15/R-19 50% of total cost up to $0.70 per linear foot

Home SealingREBATE

Home Sealing (exterior foundation foam, caulking, weather stripping, spray foam, etc.)

50% of total cost up to $200

How do I apply for a rebate?

Professionally installed equipment and materials: Have your Trade Ally Partner or contractor send a completed rebate application and itemized invoice to MidAmerican Energy.

Self-installed equipment and materials: Complete the appropriate rebate application, attach a copy of the itemized, dated receipt(s) and send to MidAmerican Energy. You may not charge labor for self-installations.

See general qualifications on Pages 16-17 and refer to the equipment application for all rebate requirements.

Insulation and home sealing applications are provided at the completion of the on-site HomeCheck assessment. If you need another copy, call 800-545-0762 from 8a.m.-5p.m., Monday through Friday.

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APPLIANCESEvery appliance comes with two price tags: what you pay to purchase it and what you pay to operate and maintain it. ENERGY STAR® certified appliances incorporate advanced technologies that use up to 50 percent less energy than standard appliances. While an ENERGY STAR certified appliance’s upfront cost is higher, MidAmerican Energy’s rebate will offset much, if not all, of the extra cost. ENERGY STAR certified appliances save energy and money, and help reduce emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants at the source.

ApplianceQUALIFICATIONS REBATE

Refrigerator – ENERGY STAR

10 cubic feet or larger

$50

Freezer – ENERGY STAR

10 cubic feet or larger

$50

Room Air Conditioner – ENERGY STAR $35

ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED APPLIANCE EFFICIENCIES

Refrigerators Freezers Room Air Conditioners

n Reduce your energy use by 65 percent

n Use less than half the energy of refrigerators made before 1993

n Reduce your energy costs by as much as $260 over the next five years

n Are at least 10 percent more energy efficient than the minimum federal standard

n Use half the energy of freezers manufactured before 1993

n Improvements in insulation and compressors allow new freezers to consume much less energy than older models.

n Exceed minimum federal standards for energy consumption by at least 15 percent

n Use approximately 10 percent less energy than conventional models

n Feature high-efficiency compressors, fan motors and heat transfer surfaces

Include a copy of this label with your rebate application.

QUALIFICATIONSSee general qualifications on Pages 16-17 and refer to the equipment application for all rebate requirements.


n Appliance(s) purchased must be ENERGY STAR certified and meet the listed qualifications.

n Appliance rebates are not included in the Residential New Construction program comprehensive rebate but are eligible for additional separate rebates.


Professionally installed equipment and materials: Have your dealer send a completed rebate application and invoice to MidAmerican Energy by Dec. 31, 2018.

Self-installed equipment and materials: Complete the appropriate rebate application, and attach a copy of the itemized, dated receipt and send to MidAmerican Energy by Dec. 31, 2018.

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APPLIANCE RECYCLINGDo you have an older refrigerator or freezer in your basement or garage? Keeping a spare refrigerator or freezer running can add more than $100 per year to your electric bill. Or perhaps you are considering replacing your refrigerator or freezer. If so, MidAmerican Energy may provide a rebate for the new qualifying unit and pay you to let us recycle the old unit. If you‘re an Iowa MidAmerican Energy electric customer who has a working refrigerator, freezer or room air conditioner that you would like to recycle, give us a call. We’ll send a recycling contractor to provide free pick-up and recycling of your old working appliance (according to environmentally friendly standards), and even give you a rebate.

ApplianceREBATE

Refrigerator

10 cubic feet or larger, no commercial sizes

$50

Freezer

10 cubic feet or larger, no commercial sizes

$50

Room Air Conditioner $25

ü At the time of your appliance pick-up you will receive an energy-saving kit that includes energy efficiency tips and additional information.

RAD (Responsible Appliance Disposal) is a voluntary partnership program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to help protect the Earth’s ozone layer and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. RAD program partners, like MidAmerican Energy, recover ozone-depleting chemicals from old refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners.



n Refrigerators and freezers must be 10 cubic feet or larger, no commercial sizes.

n Units must be working to qualify for a rebate (unit must operate and cool).

n A maximum of two appliances in each category at each home per year may be recycled through this program.

n Multifamily housing or institutional customers may participate subject to pick-up coordination. (Maximum number of appliances does not apply.)

How do I schedule a pick-up?

Call 800-621-2757 weekdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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HEATING, COOLING AND WATER HEATING

Making smart decisions about your home’s heating, cooling and water heating systems can have a big effect on your utility bills – and your comfort. Approximately half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling.

System Adjustment and Verified Efficiency (SAVE) certification assures you purchase the most appropriate, energy-efficient system for your home, and that it’s installed correctly

for optimum savings and comfort. To receive eligible rebates on new HVAC equipment, MidAmerican Energy requires that an HVAC SAVE certified contractor tests and verifies your equipment. To find a SAVE certified contractor in your area, visit www.hvacsave.com.

Available EquipmentEquipment must be installed with a SAVE rating of excellent to be eligible for a rebate, with the exception of furnace fans, room air conditioners, programmable thermostats and heat pump water heaters. This rating means the SAVE certified contractor took extra time to optimize the operation of the unit. SAVE testing for air conditioner units may not be conducted below 65 F or manufacturers’ recommendation, whichever is greater.

EQUIPMENTQUALIFYING EFFICIENCY REBATE QUALIFICATIONS

Natural Gas Furnace

AFUE 95 and above $300/unit Must be SAVE certified, AHRI Certified® and < 225 MBtuh

Furnace Fan CEE air handling ratio < 0.02

$50/unit MidAmerican Energy residential electric customers; fan must

be installed on new qualifying furnace with AFUE 95 or above;

< 225 MBtuh; AHRI Certified

Central Air Conditioner

SEER 15-15.9

SEER 16-16.9

SEER 17 and above

$50/ton

$100/ton

$300/ton

Must be SAVE certified; < 65 MBtuh; AHRI Certified

(coil and condenser must match)

Ductless Minisplit Air Conditioner

SEER 15-15.9

SEER 16-16.9

SEER 17 and above

$50/ton

$100/ton

$300/ton


Room Air Conditioner

ENERGY STAR® $35

Programmable Thermostat

$25 Two or more set-backs; Wi-Fi and smart thermostats qualify.

MidAmerican Energy must provide the primary fuel to home.

QUALIFICATIONSSee general qualifications on Pages 16-17 and refer to the equipment application for all rebate requirements.


n In order to receive an HVAC equipment rebate, the equipment must be pre-enrolled and tested by an HVAC SAVE certified technician unless otherwise noted. This includes equipment placed in multifamily residential units.

n Heating and cooling equipment (except ground-source heat pump) rebates are included in the comprehensive Residential New Construction rebate and are not eligible for additional separate rebates.

n Rebate based on actual equipment rating in Btuh at AHRI-rating conditions. To convert Btuh to tons, divide the Btuh by 12,000. For example, if you are converting 24,000 Btuh into tons, divide by 12,000. The result is 2 tons.

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EQUIPMENTQUALIFYING EFFICIENCY REBATE QUALIFICATIONS

Heat Pump Water Heater

EF 2.4 and above or

UEF ≥ 2.0

$300 ENERGY STAR; < 55 gallons; MidAmerican Energy residential electric-only customers with no access to natural gas from any

provider

Air-Source Heat Pump

SEER 15-15.9

SEER 16-16.9

SEER 17 and above

$150/ton

$200/ton

$350/ton

Must be SAVE certified

< 65 MBtuh; AHRI Certified (coil and condenser must match)

n Provide furnace information if the furnace increases efficiency of heat pump.

Ductless Minisplit Air-Source Heat Pump

SEER 15-15.9

SEER 16-16.9

SEER 17 and above

$150/ton

$200/ton

$350/ton


Ground-Source Heat Pump

EER 14.5-17.9

EER 18-22.9

EER 23 and above

AND/OR

COP 3-3.9

COP 4-4.9

COP 5 and above

$1,200

$1,800

$2,400

$200

$400

$600

Must be SAVE certified and meet either qualifying efficiency level

< 135 MBtuh; AHRI or ENERGY STAR certified

Glossary

AFUE – Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency: Ratio of annual heat output of the furnace or boiler compared to the total annual fossil fuel energy consumed by a furnace or boiler

AHRI – Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute: Provides standardized testing and certification of HVAC equipment

COP – Coefficient of Performance: The ratio of the change in heat at the output, the heat reservoir of interest, to the supplied work

CEE – Consortium for Energy Efficiency

EER – Energy Efficiency Rating: The ratio of the cooling capacity (in British thermal units [Btu] per hour) to power input in watts

EF – Energy Factor: Indicates a water heater’s overall energy efficiency based on the amount of hot water produced per unit of fuel consumed over a typical day

UEF – Uniform Energy Factor: New energy efficiency rating for water heaters to replace EF. Water heaters now will be assigned to a category, or bin, based on hot water usage. Their performance is evaluated based on that usage. A higher UEF means a water heater is more energy efficient and will cost less to operate, compared to other water heaters in the same bin. A water heater's UEF only can be compared to other water heaters within the same bin (e.g., a high bin water heater with UEF of 0.95 does not perform exactly the same as a low bin water heater with a UEF of 0.95).

SEER – Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating: Indicates the relative amount of energy needed to provide a specific cooling output


Professionally installed equipment and materials: Have your Trade Ally Partner or contractor send a completed rebate application and invoice to MidAmerican Energy by Dec. 31, 2018.

Self-installed equipment and materials: Complete the appropriate rebate application, attach a copy of the itemized, dated receipt and send to MidAmerican Energy by Dec. 31, 2018.

For either professionally or self-installed equipment:

n Include AHRI/ISO-Standard Specification Sheets

n Include documentation of ground-source heat pump capacities in addition to ENERGY STAR listing

Rebate applications for central air conditioners installed after Oct. 1, 2018, but not SAVE tested before Dec. 31, 2018, can be submitted up to Sept. 30, 2019, if pre-enrolled by Dec. 31, 2018. However, they will receive the 2019 rebate.

For additional information, visit:

n www.ahridirectory.org n www.ceedirectory.org

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LIGHTINGBe Bright

You can save energy and help the environment with a simple twist of the wrist. Lighting, which accounts for 12 percent of the average home’s electric bill, is one

of the easiest and most effective places to start saving. Just one ENERGY STAR® certified bulb can save you up to $80 in energy costs over its lifetime. ENERGY STAR LEDs use at least 75 percent less energy than incandescent bulbs and last 10 to 25 times longer.

Making the switch to more energy-efficient lighting is simple. MidAmerican Energy works with many retail and manufacturing partners to provide discounted pricing on select ENERGY STAR certified

LEDs and LED trim kits. There is no need to complete a rebate form; the discounted pricing is instant, allowing you to receive the lower prices at the cash register. Just look for the Be Bright signage at any participating

retail location to begin saving. Qualified customers may purchase up to 12 discounted bulbs.

You can find discounted bulbs at these types of retailers:

n Home improvement (e.g., Lowe‘s, Menards, The Home Depot) n Mass merchant (e.g., Walmart) n Warehouse club (e.g., Sam’s Club, Costco) n Hardware (e.g., Ace Hardware, True Value, Theisen’s) n Deep discounter (e.g., Dollar General, Dollar Tree) n Grocery/drug (e.g., Hy-Vee, Fareway) n Specialty (e.g., Batteries+Bulbs) n Lighting distributors

For a list of participating retailers, visit www.iowabebright.com or call 800-339-6856.

Review our lighting fact sheet at www.midamericanenergy.com/ee. For more information on proper disposal of CFLs, visit www.energystar.gov.



n Program lamps are not eligible for additional rebates in other MidAmerican Energy programs.

MidAmerican Energy offers this program in conjunction with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR program.

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SUMMERSAVER SM

Do your part to save energy by allowing us to control the operation of your home air conditioner compressor or air-source heat pump when the demand for electricity is the highest. SummerSaver is a voluntary program in which MidAmerican Energy installs a small cycling device on the outside of your home near the central air conditioning unit. This device is wired into your existing thermostat control circuit and acts as a switch allowing us to cycle your air conditioner compressor off and on during peak usage weekdays from June through September.

SummerSaver Bill CreditANNUAL

BILL CREDIT

Central Air Conditioner (Oct. or Nov. bill credit, first participation year) $40

Central Air Conditioner (Oct. or Nov. bill credit, subsequent years) $30

Air-Source Heat Pump (Oct. or Nov. bill credit, first participation year) $40

Air-Source Heat Pump (Oct. or Nov. bill credit, subsequent years) $30

When cycling:

n Air conditioners are cycled between approximately 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. or for shorter periods between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., depending on actual need (but never on weekends or holidays). Due to randomized programming, start and end times may vary by up to 30 minutes.

n During cycling periods, the cycling device does not control the indoor air conditioner blower fan, so previously cooled air continues to circulate throughout your home.

n Notifications of SummerSaver cycling days are posted on MidAmerican Energy’s website during cycling days.

ü You will receive a bill credit whether cycling events are called or not. For nonresidential Curtailment information, see the For Your Business booklet, Page 21.


Note: You must be a MidAmerican Energy Company residential electric customer to participate in the SummerSaver load control program.


n You must own your home to participate.

n Room air conditioners and geothermal heat pumps do not qualify.

n Participation is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Customers requesting participation may be placed on a waiting list.

Questions about SummerSaver?

Call 800-437-2976 weekdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or visit www.midamericanenergy.com/ee.

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NEW HOMES

The best way to make your home energy efficient is to build it that way from the start. If you’re considering building a new home, MidAmerican Energy’s

New Homes program can help with expert advice and energy efficiency rebates. We can assist your builder in executing the plans to ensure your home remains energy efficient for years to come.

The advantages of an energy-efficient home include improved comfort, healthier indoor air quality, for greater temperature consistency and for lower operational costs month after month. The New Homes program

is available for new single-family home construction and rebates are offered to homebuilders for constructing Iowa homes with greater energy efficiency.

HERS Rating

The Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index is the industry standard by which a home’s energy efficiency is measured. A certified home energy rater assesses the energy efficiency of a home, assigning it a relative performance score. It can tell you a lot about the home you live in, such as how efficiently it operates and where you can make modifications for greater energy savings.

When you’re selling your home, a low HERS Index score may bring a higher resale price. And when you’re buying a home, the HERS score can tell you what to expect for energy bills and efficiency upgrades. The lower the number, the more energy efficient the home. To locate a HERS rater near you, visit www.energystar.gov.

SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES/DUPLEX OPTIONS

MidAmerican Energy’s EnergyAdvantage Advanced Builder Option Package (ABOP); Requires HERS Rating

This program option is available to new, single-family homes in MidAmerican Energy’s Iowa service areas that will use energy provided directly by MidAmerican Energy. This program requires each home to be pre-enrolled when construction begins. Your builder must meet all requirements with no exceptions and provide certification from a RESNET certified HERS rater. For a complete list of rebates and requirements talk with your builder or visit www.midamericanenergy.com/iowa-newhomes.

Advanced Builder Option Package (ABOP)REBATE

Electric Heat and Electric Cooling $3,000

Natural Gas Heat and Electric Cooling $3,000

Natural Gas Heat Only $1,900

Electric Cooling Only $1,100

Ground-Source Heat Pump$1,000 plus

Residential Equipment rebate

n Must have a HERS score of 57 or less

n Must have a system SAVE score of 70 or greater (this SAVE score includes equipment and ductwork efficiencies)

n Must meet 2012 IECC or most current building code adopted by state of Iowa



n The HERS rating deadline is Dec. 31, 2018.

n Documentation of homes completed in 2018 must be received prior to March 1, 2019. Applications submitted after that date must meet 2019 program specifications, and 2019 program rebate levels will apply to those homes.

n Rebate will be paid to the builder unless otherwise assigned by the builder.

n Builder or customer (not MidAmerican Energy) is responsible for the cost of a HERS rating.

How do I apply?

Complete a pre-enrollment form prior to the drywall installation construction phase. Call 800-894-9599 for details weekdays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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ENERGY STAR® Certified Home; Requires HERS Rating

This program option is available to new, single-family homes in MidAmerican Energy’s Iowa service areas that will use energy provided directly by MidAmerican Energy. This program requires each home to be pre-enrolled when construction begins. Your builder must provide certification from a RESNET certified HERS rater showing the home meets or exceeds ENERGY STAR standards. Specifications are available at www.energystar.gov.

ENERGY STAR Certified HomeREBATE

Electric Heat and Electric Cooling $3,000

Natural Gas Heat and Electric Cooling $3,000

Natural Gas Heat Only $1,900

Electric Cooling Only $1,100

Ground-Source Heat Pump$1,000 plus



MULTIFAMILY OPTIONS

Apartments/Condominiums; Requires HERS Rating

This program requires each multifamily building to be preapproved and pre-enrolled when construction begins; the rebate applies to conditioned living space. All units being built must be ENERGY STAR certified, residential, three stories or fewer and cannot be mixed-use buildings. Side-by-side townhomes are eligible for rebates through the single-family/duplex Residential New Homes program options.

Apartments/CondominiumsREBATE

Electric Heat and Electric Cooling $1.00/sq. ft.

Natural Gas Heat and Electric Cooling $1.00/sq. ft.

Natural Gas Heat Only $0.60/sq. ft.

Electric Cooling Only $0.40/sq. ft.

Ground-Source Heat Pump$0.30/sq. ft. plus



ENERGY STAR requirements enable your builder to customize your new home to take advantage of unique features of a particular home design. For more information on ENERGY STAR homes, refer to www.energystar.gov.

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PLANT TREES, SAVE ENERGYPlanting trees into an energy-efficient landscape design improves air quality, helps protect and replenish the soil, and reduces your heating and cooling costs. MidAmerican Energy offers several tree-related programs that promote the planting of trees for their energy efficiency potential.

Plant Some Shade®

As a MidAmerican Energy customer and homeowner, you may purchase high-quality landscape trees at discounted prices. These trees, ranging from 3 to 8 feet in height and selected by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, are offered for $30 each during spring and fall Plant Some Shade events. The trees, which normally retail for $65 or more, are sold on a preordered, first-come, first-served basis at locations throughout our Iowa service territory. Visit www.midamericanenergy.com/iowa-plantsomeshade for more information.

Trees Please!

Put the power of shade to work in your community by applying for tree-planting grants. Our Trees Please! program promotes energy efficiency by providing windbreaks and shade while beautifying city-owned parks, roadways and other common areas within communities both large and small. Matching funds from other sources must equal the grant amount; this includes in-kind services, as well as donated labor and/or materials. For more information, visit www.midamericanenergy.com/iowa-treesplease.

Trees for Kids/Trees for Teens

Trees improve the landscaping of school grounds and, when planted with proper consideration, can improve the energy efficiency of the building itself. The Trees for Kids/Trees for Teens program is sponsored by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources – Bureau of Forestry and offers Iowa schools the opportunity to apply for tree-planting project grants every spring and fall. Educational experiences are coupled with the planting of trees. The goals are to educate students about the importance of energy efficiency and encourage tree-planting projects at schools.

The Iowa DNR contacts schools regarding educational materials and grant applications for plantings. Materials include lesson plans, bulletin board displays, learning centers and resource lists. All of the educational materials, as well as grant applications, can be found at www.iowadnr.gov/education/forteachers.

Additional tree-planting information

By planting the right tree or trees in the right place around your home or business, you can make a very real, very positive impact on your total energy use for heating and cooling. View our complete Tree Information Booklet at www.midamericanenergy.com/ee. Learn how to select the right location and find which trees are recommended and not recommended for our area. You’ll find tree-planting safety tips and instructions on caring for your trees.

Call 811 before digging

Before planting your tree, the law requires you to call 811 at least two business days before digging to make certain there are no utility lines or other equipment buried underground. For more information, visit www.call811.com.

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FIND A TRADE ALLY PARTNERLet us help

Trade Ally Partners are dealers, contractors, suppliers and design professionals who can help you with your energy efficiency projects. Their program knowledge is a valuable resource to help you take advantage of MidAmerican Energy’s rebate programs. Their experience with the program requirements makes applying for rebates fast and easy for you.

Trade Ally Partners can:

n Explain MidAmerican Energy’s money-saving rebates n Share the benefits of upgrading to higher

efficiency equipment

Connect with a Trade Ally Partner by using the Trade Ally Partner Search Tool. This easy, online search tool can be found on our website at www.midamericanenergy.com/ee. Find a Trade Ally Partner in your area and get started on your energy efficiency projects today.

Is your business interested in becoming a Trade Ally Partner?

MidAmerican Energy Company values the relationships we have with our trade allies. We provide resources to help you market and deliver energy-efficient products and services to our shared customers. Enjoy additional marketing and program-specific resources by participating in the EnergyAdvantage Trade Ally Network.

To learn about enhanced resources, tools and benefits that Trade Ally Partners receive, call us at 877-290-4517, visit www.tradeallycentral.com or email [email protected].

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Recurring Payment Option

Save time and a stamp by having your total amount due automatically deducted from your checking or savings account on the due date of your bill.

Budget Billing Plan

Throughout the year heating and cooling costs rise and fall and energy use varies making it difficult to manage your expenses. Ease the fluctuations in your monthly bill and enjoy the convenience of a more predictable bill with a Budget Billing Plan. Instead of paying your actual energy costs each month, pay an average amount with no unexpected surprises. The Budget Billing Plan is not a discount program and offers no savings or lower rates.

Paperless Billing

Save paper by signing up for paperless billing.

Call 888-427-5632 with questions about the billing options above.

ADDITIONAL SERVICESMy Account

Did you know you can handle your energy account needs on our website? Visit www.midamericanenergy.com/ecss to set up an online account if you have not already done so. With My Account, it’s easy to view and pay your bills and manage your account online anywhere, from any device.

n Sign up for email notifications and text alerts n Report an outage n View outage information n View and pay your bill n Start Budget Billing n Schedule recurring payment n Stop/transfer service n Add a landlord account

Email and Text Alerts

Visit www.midamericanenergy.com to update your communication preferences. You can sign up for text and email alerts with your online My Account. If you don't have an online account, setting one up as a new user is quick and easy.

My Preferences

Visit www.midamericanenergy.com to check out our My Preferences options. You can sign up for text and email alerts with your online My Account. If you don't have an online account, setting one up as a new user is quick and easy.

MidAmerican Energy Company’s Home Energy Report Program

MidAmerican Energy’s Home Energy Report program is designed to help customers better assess their energy consumption and explore ways to reduce their energy use. The Home Energy Report program is offered to a randomly selected group of MidAmerican Energy’s residential customers in Iowa.

Selected customers receive customized home energy reports throughout the year. The report arrives via the U.S. Postal Service and separate from customers’ MidAmerican Energy utility bills. Customers also may opt to receive reports via email rather than the mailed reports and can use the online portal any time they choose. Each report includes usage comparison and history, and energy efficiency tips.

Customers who receive the reports can call 855-212-0004 with questions or to opt out of the program. Customers cannot opt in to the program.

Low-Income Weatherization Program

The Low-Income Weatherization program is available to low-income households in our Iowa service territory. The program is administered through local community action agencies and the Iowa Department of Human Rights. Further information on this program is available at local community action agencies.

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ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

GET IT ONLINEComplete an energy assessment at www.midamericanenergy.com/homeaudit.

SEAL IT UPUse weather stripping and caulk to seal air leaks and block drafts.

ROLL IT OUTMake sure your home and business have adequate insulation.

SET IT SMARTKeep your thermostat at 68 degrees in the winter and 78 degrees in the summer.

BUY IT RIGHTInstall ENERGY STAR® lighting and appliances in your home and business.

GET IT OUTRecycle old, inefficient refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners.

WRAP IT UPPut clear plastic sheets over the inside and outside of your windows.

LET IT SHINEKeep window treatments open on sunny winter days and closed on hot summer days.

KEEP IT CLEARMake sure air vents aren’t blocked by furniture, rugs or drapes.

TURN IT OFFUnplug appliances and electronics when they’re not in use to avoid phantom load.

KEEP IT UPHave your heating system serviced once a year and change furnace filters regularly.

For more energy-saving tips and information on rebates for your home and business, visit www.midamericanenergy.com/ee.

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QUALIFICATIONS AND CONDITIONS

n Participants must be residential customers located in MidAmerican Energy Company’s Iowa service territory.

n MidAmerican Energy Company must provide the primary electricity or natural gas to the equipment for which the rebate is being paid.

n For prescriptive rebates, the rebate payment cannot exceed 50 percent of the installed cost (reasonable labor and material/equipment - reasonableness to be determined by MidAmerican Energy Company). Installed cost includes contractor labor only and does not include internal labor.

n Equipment must be new and installed on the premises.

n An on-site HomeCheck® assessment must be completed by Oct. 1, 2018, and before beginning insulation and sealing projects to qualify for rebates.

n Equipment included in the New Homes program comprehensive rebate is not eligible for additional rebates in the Residential Equipment program (except ground-source heat pumps).

n Equipment must be purchased and installed between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2018, unless otherwise stated.

n Rebate applications must be postmarked by Dec. 31, 2018, to qualify for 2018 rebates. Rebate applications for equipment/materials purchased in 2018, postmarked after Dec. 31, 2018, will not be eligible for rebates. Rebate applications for central air conditioners installed after Oct. 1, 2018, but not SAVE tested before Dec. 31, 2018, can be submitted up to Sept. 30, 2019, if pre-enrolled by Dec. 31, 2018. However, they will receive the 2019 rebate.

n Invoice/receipt must show manufacturer’s name, model/serial number, efficiency rating and quantity of qualifying equipment purchased and installed.

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n Allow 4-6 weeks for rebate processing.

n MidAmerican Energy Company reserves the right to inspect and verify installation before or after issuing the rebate payment.

n MidAmerican Energy Company does not guarantee that installation and operation of energy-efficient equipment will result in reduced usage or in cost savings. The manner in which a customer uses and maintains energy-efficient equipment affects potential cost savings.

n MidAmerican Energy Company makes no warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to any equipment purchased or installed, including, but not limited to, any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

n In no event shall MidAmerican Energy Company be held liable for any incidental or consequential damages or injuries resulting from defective equipment or installation.

n Additional program-specific qualifications are shown on individual program pages and rebate applications.

n These programs are effective Jan. 1, 2018, through Dec. 31, 2018, unless otherwise noted, and are subject to periodic review by MidAmerican Energy Company, and MidAmerican Energy Company reserves the right to modify or end these programs at any time.

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Documents

2016 Iowa Energy Efficiency Rebate Information For Your Home