Energy Efficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is St. Lawrence Gas offering rebates?

On June 23, 2008 the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) issued an Order establishing an Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (EEPS) for New York State. In this Order, all New York State utilities were required to implement a residential natural gas heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) energy efficiency program.

To comply with the Commission Order St. Lawrence Gas collaborated with NYSERDA and other utilities and other parties to developed a preliminary Energy Efficiency Plan (“EEP”) that was submitted to the PSC on August 22, 2008. On April 9, 2009 the PSC approved the St. Lawrence Gas EEP with modifications. The St. Lawrence Gas EEP as described below will be effective July 1, 2009 for equipment installed after July 1, 2009.

What rebates are available through the EEP?

Incentive rebates will be made available for residential natural gas customers, both new construction and existing homes, who install qualifying natural gas equipment beginning with equipment installations made on or after July 1, 2009. Incentive rebates will be offered to St. Lawrence Gas (“SLG”) customers who make the choice to purchase high efficiency space heating and water heating appliances, controls, duct sealing and/or who purchase energy star rated programmable thermostats.

The following rebates are available:

Qualifying Residential Natural Gas Appliances/Equipment

Qualifying Equipment	Required Minimum Efficiency	Rebate
Hot Air Furnace	> 90% AFUE	$200
Hot Air Furnace	> 92% AFUE	$200
Hot Air Furnace w ECM*	> 92% AFUE	$400
Hot Air Furnace w ECM*	> 94% AFUE	$600
Hot Air Furnace w ECM*	> 95% AFUE	$600
Hot Water Boiler	> 85% AFUE	$500
Hot Water Boiler	> 90% AFUE	$1,000
Steam Boiler	> 82% AFUE	$500
Boiler Reset Control	N/A	$100
Indirect Water Heater	N/A	$300
Programmable Thermostats	Energy Star Rated	$25
Duct and Air Sealing	N/A	$600

*Electronically Controlled Motor

Energy Efficiency Program Contacts:

Mr. Philip A. St. Amand

Representative Customer Relations

Phone: 315-842-3617

Fax: 315-764-9226

E-Mail: pstamand@stlawrencegas.com

Mr. James P. Ward

Manager of Strategic Accounts & Planning

Phone: 315-842-3616

Fax: 315-764-9226

E-Mail: jpward@stlawrencegas.com

What is AFUE?

AFUE is the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency; the higher the AFUE rating, the more efficient the boiler or furnace.

Who is eligible for a rebate?

Customers eligible for the EEP must meet the following criteria to participate in the Appliance Incentive Rebate Program:

1) The customer must be a new or an existing St. Lawrence Gas residential customer, or a Landlord who owns residential property, that has an SLG natural gas account

2) The customer must install a Qualifying Natural Gas Appliance or Equipment as outlined in the table above

3) The customer must provide required documentation to SLG or its authorized contractor as described in the table below

Required Documentation

	Documentation
Hot Air Furnace	Proof of purchase and installation including: the make and model number of the appliance, a receipt, the AFUE rating and the contractor name, business address, phone number and Federal tax ID number
Hot Water & Steam Boiler	Same as above
Programmable Thermostats	Receipt for purchase and the make and model number of the Energy Star-rated thermostat
Boiler Reset Control	Receipt for purchase and the make and model number of the Boiler Reset Control
Indirect Water Heater	Proof of purchase and installation including: the make and model number of the appliance, a receipt, the AFUE rating and the contractor name, business address, phone number and Federal tax ID number
Duct and Air Sealing	Proof of purchase and installation including a receipt and the contractor name, business address, phone number and Federal tax ID number

If I bought equipment before July 1, 2009 can I still get the rebate?

Rebates will only be honored for installations made after July 1, 2009.

Where can I get a rebate application?

You can get an application at the SLG Office in Massena, from your contactor or you can download a copy of the application here. You may also call the toll-free office number at 1-800-454-2201 to request that an application be mailed to you.

Can I get more than one rebate for the same appliance?

Customers may not receive a rebate from both SLG and NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority). Customers may also be able to receive federal tax credits or manufacturer’s rebates (if available).

How will I receive my rebate?

Incentive rebates will be credited on your natural gas invoice after all required documentation has been processed by SLG. For landlords who do not have an SLG account a check will be processed in lieu of an invoice credit.