There is an age old saying ?future holds bright?. No we are not here to make astrological predictions, but your future and that of the entire human race holds bright if we save energy. Since the start of the Industrial Revolution we have consumed bulk of the planet?s natural energy resources. Our usage and dependency on non-renewable resources has reached alarming proportions threatening our future.
Government has taken steps to reward those who are making their bid to conserve the depleting energy resources. Ontario Power Authority along with Eastern Ontario Power has launched their electricity reduction incentive program which will encourage the use of energy saving measures. However you need to keep in mind that the lighting incentiveswill not be granted to any new project and are specifically made for retrofitting in existing structures.
Applying for the Grant
To take home the advantages of ERIP a general application needs to be submitted. A prescriptive worksheet containing the sum of the incentives for various retrofitting such as light fittings, motors, agri-business and air conditioning should also be mentioned. The worksheet should clearly specify the manufacturer and the model numbers that have been or will be used in the project. Such documents as purchase invoices mentioning the quantity and the model number, proof of payment or an estimate for the purchased equipment and the manufacturer?s technical specification sheets (which will testify that the equipment meet the directives of ERIP) should be furnished.
Options while Applying
Applications for the government lighting rebates can be made prior or after retrofitting. There are two options in the project approval form for Electricity Reduction Incentive Program ? Pre-Approval (submission of the form before purchase and installation) and Payment Option (submission of the ERIP form after purchase and installation of power saving measures).
The Pre-approval option requires you to provide all details seeking permission from the authorities to start off the project. After the project is completed all the purchase and installation invoices will be scrutinized and at times a site visit may also be on the cards. The applications for lighting incentives will be prioritized according to date of submission, their in-service date as also the amount of savings done by the project.
To receive government lighting rebates with the Payment option you will have to submit all the purchase and installation invoices which will be reviewed by the authorities. Bear in mind that the application must be mailed to ERIP authorities within 60 days of the installation of measures for power savings after which your case will not be considered.
Eligibility Issues
Installation of various power saving measures are included in the eligibility list for government lighting rebates. Retrofitting work areas with fluorescent lighting systems (T8, T5, Cls), metal halide lighting systems, Occupancy sensors and LED ?EXIT? signs makes you eligible for rebates. Installation of motors (three phase premium efficiency motors within range of 1-200 hp), cooling equipment (unitary AC up to 25 tons which are qualified by Energy Star or CEE) and Agribusiness utilities such as 24? ventilation fans, swine creep heat and controls and livestock waterers may also apply for lighting grants.
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Shiv Sudan is an author for http://www.ricoelectric.com. It has details about commercial electrical services and also about Residential Electrical Wiring. For more information visit our site
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