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2012 Rebate Programs Have Started

Many electric utilities and government organizations across the nation have been busy updating their rebate programs for 2012. A majority have already released their new programs, with others to have them by the end of the month. While every program is different, some of the most common changes we have seen are different rebate amounts, additional restrictions on which lighting systems may qualify for rebates, and more programs adding incentives for LED lighting solutions.

Click here to see a map showing how rebates have changed in the US

LED Prescriptive Programs Increase 39%

LED lamps and fixtures have quickly been adopted by commercial lighting incentive programs across the US. A few years ago, there were virtually no prescriptive programs for LED solutions. Today over 800 programs are available to commercial customers; an increase of 39% from June 2011!

While the growth in programs could have been expected, it maybe be surprising to learn that the average rebate amount has decreased over the same time period.

Click here to find out the types of rebates available for LEDs.

It's not too late to get your EPAct deduction for 2011

Have you worked on a large lighting project in 2011? If so, that project may still qualify for a significant tax deduction thanks to the Energy Policy Act of 2005. Because the EPAct certification does not need to happen at installation, any lighting project put into service in 2011 can still qualify for the deduction. That means you can save money when filing your taxes for 2011. However, you have to act now or you will lose the opportunity.

Click here to see how EPAct can help you.