Nevada Commercial Energy Audit Program
Are your utility bills high for the size and type of business you operate? Would you like to know how you can increase the energy efficiency of your facilities and equipment and lower your energy usage? Are you a Southwest Gas commercial or industrial customer in Nevada?
If you answered "Yes" to these questions, the commercial energy audit incentive we're currently offering can help you make Smarter. Greener. Better. energy choices for your business.
Our energy audit program is Smarter because increased efficiency leads to higher production and less product waste; Greener because by reducing your business' energy usage, you, in turn, reduce your energy costs. You can keep a little green for you, and make our environment greener, too; and Better because you'll learn the steps you need to take to improve, replace, or tune-up your existing facilities and equipment.
An Energy Audit might be right for your business if you have one or more of the following:
- A facility that is more than 10 years old
- Single-pane windows
- Equipment that is in need of a tune-up
- Equipment that needs to be replaced
- No existing energy manager or energy plan for your facility
Rebate Application Details
Rebates are available for audits and energy-efficient improvements performed June 1, 2011 through November 30, 2012 or until program funds are no longer available, whichever comes first. Due to limited funding, please submit your Rebate Application as soon as possible. Rebate Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Completed Rebate Applications must be postmarked by December 15, 2012+, whichever comes first.
+Program participation dates are subject to funding availability and may change without notice. Program and submission deadline dates will be updated on the Southwest Gas website.
Eligible Energy-Efficient Improvements, Requirements, and Rebate Levels
| Energy-Efficient Improvement |
Program Requirements |
Available Rebate |
| Audit |
Approved by Southwest Gas1 |
50% up to $5,000 |
| Custom Rebate |
Approved by Southwest Gas |
$1 / therm
(annual reduction) |
| Air Curtain |
Usage > 20 hours/week |
$2,000 |
| Non-Condensing Boiler |
Efficiency > 85% and installed with modulating burner control. Boilers > 10 MMBTU must also have an O2 trim control pad. |
$1 / MBTUH
input rating |
| Condensing Boiler |
Efficiency > 92% |
$1.50 / MBTUH
input rating |
| Steam Boiler |
Efficiency > 83% |
$1 / MBTUH
input rating |
| Modulating Burner Control for Boiler |
Turndown ratio > 5:1 |
$5,000 |
| O2 Trim Control for Boiler |
O2 trim control pad installed |
$5,000 |
| Steam Trap for Boiler |
Steam trap replaced or repaired |
$250 |
| Boiler Tune-Up |
9 point inspection |
$250 |
1Audits must be performed by program authorized contractors. For a list of authorized contractors, click here. The contractor must be an independent, third-party contractor not affiliated with the customer. Contractors not currently participating in the program may apply by completing the application found at the bottom of this page.
How Do I Apply For Rebates?
Click here to apply for an Energy Audit Rebate.
Click here to apply for rebates on energy efficiency measures under the Energy Audit Program.
NOTE: Energy audits and improvements must be completed prior to the payment of any rebates. Southwest Gas reserves the right to verify both the contractor certification and address of the facility audited before any rebates are issued. Submitting an application does not guarantee funding.
Required Documents
Along with the completed and signed rebate application, you will need to submit a copy of your invoice(s) that show the following:
- Address of the facility audited/location of improvement
- Date(s) of the audit/improvement
- Contractor who performed the audit/improvement
- Total cost of the audit/improvement
Processing Time for Rebate
Please allow 6-8 weeks to receive your rebate(s).
Project Evaluation and Selection
Southwest Gas will review and approve applications on a first-come, first-served basis. The incentive program will continue until available funds are depleted.
Commercial Energy Audit Contractors
If you are a commercial energy audit contractor and wish to participate in this program, click on the links below and fill out the application and Terms and Conditions forms to apply.
Contractor Application Form
Commercial Referral Program Terms and Conditions
Commercial Referral Program Checklist
For more information, contact Southwest Gas at 1-800-654-2765.
This program is funded by Southwest Gas Corporation's Nevada customers and administered by Southwest Gas Corporation. This program has been reviewed and approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada. This program may be modified or terminated without prior notice and is provided to qualified customers on a first-come, first-served basis until program funds are no longer available. Eligibility requirements also apply. Southwest Gas Corporation does not make any warranty, express or implied, or assume responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, estimated savings, and benefits attributed to the products that qualify for this program. Reference to any specific product, project, or service by manufacturer, trade name, trademark, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Southwest Gas Corporation. To qualify, equipment must meet technical requirements and be installed according to local building codes and ordinances and/or manufacturer's requirements. If you have questions visit swgas.com or call 1-800-654-2765 to confirm eligibility before purchasing products.
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