Commercial and Ag Rebates

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Benton REA has a strong history of working with its commercial, industrial and agricultural members to identify energy and cost savings. Benton REA’s member services department will work with you on an individual basis, evaluating specific operations and needs to identify the best energy savings options.

If you are thinking about efficiency upgrades, please call our energy efficiency advisors at 509-786-2913 or email energyefficiency@bentonrea.org.

Commercial Rebates:

  • Retrofits and New Construction
  • Lighting Projects
  • Variable Speed Motors
  • Heating and Cooling Systems
  • Connected Thermostats
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Insulation
  • Windows
  • And more...

Ag Rebates:

  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Irrigation Pump Testing and System Analysis
  • Irrigation System Conversions
  • Irrigation Hardware
  • Sprinkler Package Replacements
  • Freeze-Resistant Stock Water Tanks/Fountains
  • Thermostatically Controlled Outlets
  • Thermostatically Controlled Stock Tanks
  • Transformer De-Energization
  • LED Lighting
  • Vacuum Milking Pumps
  • Efficient Pump Upgrades
  • Heat Recovery and Plate Coolers
  • And more...
River Point Farms Energy Efficiency Rebate, 2022
City of West Richland Energy Efficiency Rebate, 2022

If your energy-saving project isn't on this list, it may qualify for a custom project rebate. Funds are limited. Contact us to inquire about availability. All rebates may change or be discontinued at any time.

Call 509-786-2913 if you would like more information about making your business more energy efficient and the potential cost savings.

 

Other Agricultural Opportunities

Wineries 

With nearly 1,600 wineries and vineyards in the Pacific Northwest creating world-class wine, wineries are the fastest growing segment within the agriculture community. Energy-saving enhancements such as lighting upgrades, HVAC improvements, pipe insulation, compressed air system upgrades, refrigeration, and strategic use of pump, fan, and compressor VFDs are all eligible opportunities to save energy.

Dairies 

With more than 1,100 dairies in the Pacific Northwest, dairies are very keen on keeping their assets at peak performance. Energy-saving enhancements such as lighting upgrades, VFD-driven compressed air, VFDs on pumps, wastewater treatment, heat exchangers and refrigerators are all opportunities to save energy.

Thermostatic Controls 

Heaters are often used to prevent freezing conditions in pump houses and stock tanks during cold winter months. Thermostatic controls manager operation of those heaters to ensure they prevent freezing pipes and tanks, and do not operate when freezing conditions have passed.

 

From Bonneville Power Administration.

The Bonneville Power Administration has provided presentations and videos that cover a variety of irrigation topics including nozzle sizing, irrigation scheduling and understanding the wear and tear on your pumps. Click the button below to begin.