Government Incentive for sustainable LED lighting practices
The industry is experiencing rapid growth, and so can your business. Take advantage of incentive and rebate programs specifically tailored for commercial growers and greenhouse owners. These programs, developed by electricity providers, provide excellent opportunities to expand your business. Investing in high-quality greenhouse grow lights can maximize energy efficiency, promoting plant growth while remaining cost-effective under these rebate programs.
Cost Advantage
Enjoy a cost advantage with upfront costs reduced to less than 30%, depending on your location and the program. Hydro authorities may offer rebates of over 70%, covering installation expenses for greenhouse and commercial grow lights.
Optimal Savings
Optimize your energy usage and reduce costs by switching from HPS to quality LED lighting, which can cut energy consumption by 60% to 80%. Greenhouse grow lights, in particular, provide tailored lighting, meeting the specific needs of greenhouse cultivation.
Greater and more cost-effective yield
Experience healthier and more productive lighting with LEDs, offering light quality close to daylight, a crucial feature for effective greenhouse grow lights.
Guidelines for Following Incentive Rules
Government programs actively support the adoption of sustainable lighting practices, providing substantial rebates on new equipment. While the specific details of each program may vary based on the province and utility provider, they generally offer rebates for both the purchase and installation of qualifying equipment, including LED lighting. To be eligible for these programs, commercial growers must meet specific criteria and adhere to program guidelines.
Explore our comprehensive list of government initiatives aimed at encouraging the adoption of environmentally friendly and energy-efficient lighting solutions. These programs not only promote a greener approach but also offer significant savings for your new projects. Here are 2 examples and a list of links for government programs:
Example 1:
British Columbia, Canada
BC Hydro Commercial Agriculture Smart Program
The Commercial Agriculture Smart Program extends rebates to commercial growers in British Columbia who opt for more energy-efficient lighting systems, such as LED lights. This program incentivizes the retrofitting of existing lighting systems or the installation of new ones, with rebates varying from $15 to $80 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) saved.
Example 2:
Ontario, Canada
Hydro One - The Save on Energy Program
In Ontario, the Save on Energy program provides incentives for commercial growers upgrading to energy-efficient lighting systems, including LED lights. This initiative offers a spectrum of rebates based on the type and size of the lighting upgrade, with potential rebates reaching up to $0.40 per kWh saved.
CANADA INCENTIVE LINK:
- BRITISH COLUMBIA:
- BC Hydro Incentives - Business Energy Savings Incentives
- NEW BRUNSWICK:
- Business Rebate Program
- NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR:
- takeCHARGE Business Program
- NORTHWEST TERRITORIES:
- The Arctic Energy Alliance - Energy Efficient Products
- NOVA SCOTIA:
- Your Energy Rebate Program (YERP)
- ONTARIO:
- Save on Energy - Retrofit Program
- PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND:
- Business Energy Rebates
- SASKATCHEWAN:
- Saskatchewan Government Website
- YUKON:
- The Good Energy Program
UNITED STATES:
Numerous hydro incentive rebate programs are available in the USA specifically for LED grow lights. These initiatives are typically provided by utility companies, state or local governments, and other organizations. Here are a few examples and a link to Government Incentives:
Example 1:
North & South Carolina, USA
Duke Energy – Commercial growers in North Carolina and South Carolina can benefit from The Smart $aver Customized Incentive Program, which offers rebates for upgrading to energy-efficient lighting systems, including LED lights. This program covers retrofitting existing lighting systems or installing new ones, with rebates ranging from $0.05 to $0.15 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) saved.
Example 2:
California, USA
PG&E – The Express Solutions program extends incentives to commercial growers upgrading to energy-efficient lighting systems, including LED lights. The program provides various rebates based on the type and size of the lighting upgrade, with amounts reaching up to $150 per fixture.
Example 3:
Minnesota, USA
Xcel Energy – Energy Design Assistance program offers incentives to commercial growers adopting energy-efficient lighting systems, including LED lights. The program provides a range of rebates, depending on the type and size of the lighting upgrade, with potential rebates of up to $0.16 per kWh saved.
USA INCENTIVE LINK:
For any questions or assistance, feel free to contact your Hydrotek representative. They can be reached by phone at 1-877-777-0767 or by email at [email protected]. Your representative is here to guide you and help you make the most of government programs supporting sustainable lighting.