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RePower Kitsap
April 2012
Rank the energy use of these appliances from low to high.
Iron
Clothes dryer
Water heater
Vacuum
Hair dryer
Dishwasher
Vacuum
Iron
Hair dryer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Water heater
RePower is funded in part by U.S. Department of Energy BetterBuildings awards through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
• RePower Bainbridge and RePower Bremerton: CSG is the grant recipient, in partnership with the cities of Bainbridge Island and Bremerton
• RePower Kitsap: Kitsap County and Washington State Department of Commerce are the grant recipients, in partnership with CSG and Washington State University Energy Program
Funding
First steps to increased energy efficiency
FREE Home Energy Check-Up
RePower Bainbridge
Free
Performed by a RePower energy advisor
Free energy-saving devices, prioritized list of recommendations, incentive information and contractor referrals
Required for Energy Efficiency Loan Program from Kitsap Credit Union
FREE PSE HomePrint™ Assessment
RePower Kitsap, RePower Bremerton
Free
Performed by an independent PSE-Qualified Specialist
Free energy-saving devices, summary of recommendations, PSE rebate information, contractor referrals and energy-saving tips
Home Energy Assessment with EPS
RePower Bainbridge, RePower Kitsap, RePower Bremerton
Starting price: $496; increases based on size of home
Must be performed by a Kitsap County EPS assessor
Detailed energy-consumption report, carbon footprint analysis and comparison of current energy costs to potential costs after improvements
Required for Energy Efficiency Loan Program from Kitsap Credit Union
Limited-time $350 rebate from Kitsap County
EPS Report
• Compares current energy cost and consumption to what they could be after improvements are made
•Compares a home to Washington average and key targets
•Report includes current conditions and recommendations for improvement
What is the most cost-effective upgrade a homeowner can make to increase the
efficiency of their home?
A. Upgrade the furnaceB. Install high-efficiency windowsC. Seal air leaks and add insulationD. Seal ductwork
Offset Improvement Costs• RePower offers cash-back incentives
and utility rebates to make qualifying energy-efficiency improvements more affordable
• Federal tax credits are applied to the homeowner’s tax statement at the end of the year
• A limited-time, $400 RePower Reward is available in addition to standard incentives
Incentives Overview
RePower Bainbridge
Electric- and oil-, propane- or wood-heated homes
Available only to City of Bainbridge Island residents
Cash-back incentives from RePower; utility incentives from PSE; federal tax credits
Eligible for Energy Efficiency Loan Program from Kitsap Credit Union
RePower Kitsap
Electric-, natural gas- and oil-, propane- or wood-heated homes
Available to all Kitsap County residents (including unincorporated Bremerton)
Cash-back incentives from RePower; utility incentives from PSE and Cascade Natural Gas Corporation; federal tax credits
Eligible for Energy Efficiency Loan Program from Kitsap Credit Union
RePower Bremerton
Electric-, natural gas- and oil-, propane- or wood-heated homes
Available only to residents within Bremerton city limits
Cash-back incentives from RePower; utility incentives from PSE and Cascade Natural Gas Corporation; federal tax credits
Eligible for Energy Efficiency Loan Program from Kitsap Credit Union
How much does a clothes dryer cost to operate (per month)?
A. $9.56 B. $2.17 C. $1.16D. $5.79
A whopping $114.72 each year
Energy Efficiency Loan Program
• Homeowners who earn up to $150,000 per year are eligible• In-home energy assessments must be performed• Homeowners have 90 days from loan-origination date to
complete energy-efficiency improvements• Improvements must be installed by an approved trade ally
contractor• Loan may be paid off early with no pre-payment penalty• A copy of the contractor’s bid(s) and/or appliance estimate must
be included with loan application
Unsecured Home Improvement Loan
Home Equity Loan Business Improvement Term
Loan$1,000 – $10,000 $10,001 – $50,000 $5,000 – $25,000Term: Up to five years Term: Up to 15 years Term: Up to seven
years
Energy Efficiency Loan Program
Qualifying improvements• Weatherization• Heating and cooling systems• Water heating systems and
high-performance water fixtures
• Lighting• ENERGY STAR® appliances• Renewable energy sources
Energy Efficiency Loan Program
Next Steps
• Schedule an assessment in your home
• Display RePower collateral inside your branch• Stickers
• Brochures
• Incentive Guides
RePower Resources
Talk to Us
RePower Contact Center1.877.741.4340Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.General questions & scheduling
Help Desk1.206.866.0215Monday, 1 p.m to 4 [email protected] questions & advice from Rick Blumenthal, RePower lead energy advisor
Check Us Out Online or by Email
Websites: RePowerBainbridge.org, RePowerKitsap.org, RePowerBremerton.org
Help Desk1.206.866.0215Monday, 1 p.m to 4 [email protected] questions & advice from Rick Blumenthal, RePower lead energy advisor
Download & View: RePower Incentive Guide, interactive incentive finder, energy-saving tips, local Energy Champions, list of trade ally contractors & moreSocial Media: Join us on Facebook & Twitter
Catch Us Around TownLocal Events: Presentations, booths/tables and ferry trips
Help Desk1.206.866.0215Monday, 1 p.m to 4 [email protected] questions & advice from Rick Blumenthal, RePower lead energy advisor
Special Events: “Ask the Advisor” afternoons
Work-site Visits: By a RePower program coordinator
Questions about RePower?
Thank YouRePower Bainbridge Katie Jones [email protected]
RePower Kitsap Debbie Gray [email protected]
RePower Bremerton Helen [email protected]
