Appliance		Required Specifications	Recommended Specifications (not required)	Rebate Amount
Residential Heat Pump Water Heater (40-80 gal) (HPWH)	Gas Replacement Or Electric resistance replacement	Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 3.1 or greater unless a 120V or split system HPWH Capacity equal to or greater than 40 gallons Instantaneous and tankless water heaters do not qualify Existing gas/electric water heater should be removed Proof of permitting required Can be paired with HPWH prewire rebate	Wi-fi capable or equipped with CTA-2045 port to allow grid connectivity Thermal mixing valve installed with water storage temperature set to 140F	$2,000 per unit
Commercial Heat Pump Water Heater (81-120 gal) (HPWH)	Gas Replacement Or Electric resistance replacement	Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 3.1 or greater unless a 120V or split system HPWH Capacity equal to or greater than 81 gallons Instantaneous and tankless water heaters do not qualify Existing gas/electric water heater should be removed Proof of permitting required Can be paired with HPWH prewire rebate	Wi-fi capable or equipped with CTA-2045 port to allow grid connectivity Thermal mixing valve installed with water storage temperature set to 140F	$4,000 per unit
Heat Pump Space Heating & Cooling (1- 20 tons) (HP)	Gas Furnace Replacement Or Electric resistance replacement	Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER) cooling efficiency of 17 or greater Packaged rooftop and mini-split systems eligible Existing air conditioning not required Existing gas/ electric furnace should be removed. Dual-fuel systems not allowed Proof of permitting required Can be paired with Heat Pump HVAC prewire rebate	Wi-fi capable heat pump Existing ductwork sealed as required by Title 24 energy code Replacement ductwork insulated to a minimum of R-8 Electric resistance strip heating should not be installed with heat pumps	$750/ton of cooling
Point-of-Use Electric Water Heater		Capacity between 3 and 10 gallons Tankless water heaters do not qualify Connects to 120V circuit Serves low load application (e.g., single lavatory or faucet)		Up to $400 per unit or cost of water heater, whichever is lower
Residential Induction Cooktop or Range	Gas Replacement Or Electric resistance replacement	Both standalone cooktops and ranges with built-in induction cooktops are eligible Must install an induction cooktop/range measuring 24” or larger Invoice and receipt required Proof of permitting not required Can be paired with Induction Cooking prewire rebate	ENERGY STAR certified induction cooktop	$500/unit
Commercial Induction Cooktop or Range	Gas Replacement Or Displacementt	Minimum 2.5 kW per hob, minimum 208V Can be paired with Induction Cooking prewire rebate	UL Listed or NSF/ETL/CSA Certified	Up to $5,000 per unit
Prewiring, wiring and circuit splitter/ pauser devices		All circuits must be wired to the source (wire and breaker) Eligible circuits include: Residential or Commercial Induction Cooking, Residential or Commercial HPWH, and Heat Pump HVAC. Prewiring costs should be itemized by circuit on the contractor invoice. HPWH, Heat Pump HVAC and Induction Cooking prewiring can be paired with HPWH, Heat Pump HVAC and Induction Cooking appliance rebates. Installed in compliance with the California Electrical Code. Proof of permitting required for prewiring.	Induction Cooking circuits should be installed within 4 feet of existing gas appliance to allow for electric replacement	$500 per circuit or device, up to $5,000 per project

Add-on Rebates:

Appliance		Required Specifications	Recommended Specifications (not required)	Rebate Amount
Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade		For addition or replacement of a main electrical panel or subpanel, either due to unsafe existing panel or insufficient panel capacity to accommodate electrification equipment. Can only be combined with a project including an equipment rebate for installation of a Residential or Commercial HPWH, Heat Pump HVAC, or Commercial Induction Cooking equipment. Panel or subpanel costs should be itemized on the contractor invoice. Installed in compliance with the California Electrical Code. Proof of permitting required.	Panel or subpanel should not be upsized to accommodate Heat Pump HVAC electric strip heaters. (This type of supplemental heating is rarely necessary in Santa Clara County’s mild climate.)	Up to $2,000 (limit one per project)

Applicant Acknowledgements and Certifications

1. The location where the product will be installed is associated with an active commercial SVCE account that is in good standing.
2. I understand the property must be existing and not new construction.
3. I understand that the product installed must be new and be listed as a qualifying product in the Equipment Specifications document.
4. I understand the equipment must remain installed and operational for at least five (5) years.
5. I agree to remove the original gas or electric resistance appliance and cap or remove the existing gas line if upgrading to a Heat Pump Water Heater or Heat Pump HVAC system and understand that dual-fuel sources are ineligible.
6. I will comply with PG&E service or panel upgrade or gas meter removal requirements, if applicable.
7. I will comply with all permitting and inspection rules and regulations for the installation set by the local Authority Having Jurisdiction.
8. I agree to comply with the Equipment Specification document.
9. I agree to provide access to SVCE to the equipment for two (2) years.
10. I agree to provide feedback about the process and experience via email or online survey.
11. I agree to provide a testimonial and photos which can be made public.
12. I agree to submit proof of costs, installed appliance photos, and final permits prior to receiving a rebate.
13. I intend to continue to receive SVCE’s generation service at the location where the product(s) are to be installed for a minimum of five (5) years from the date of installation.
14. I understand that work funded by this Program is subject to the payment of prevailing wage and you and any subcontractors shall be fully responsible for complying with the requirement to pay prevailing wages.
15. I understand that the rebate limit is $40,000 per project or $55,000 if the property is a certified non-profit business (501©(3) status) or a school.
16. I understand that after installation, the property owner is the owner of the installed product(s).
17. I understand that I am solely responsible for all costs associated with the installation of the installed product(s) beyond the rebate amount. SVCE will not pay for installation costs or any upgrades to electrical systems or any other costs required to install the product(s). I also understand that if the product(s) costs are less than the rebate amount, the rebate paid to me will not exceed the product(s) costs.
18. I understand that I must disclose any rebate or incentive I receive from another entity for the same equipment for which I am applying for an SVCE rebate, and that I may not receive rebates that total more than the total cost of the equipment and electrical infrastructure.
19. I understand that other than the rebate, I will not receive payment or compensation for participation in the Program.
20. I understand that I can elect to make the rebate payable directly to the contractor that installed the product(s).
21. I understand that SVCE’s rebate may be considered income and may be taxable. SVCE is not responsible for any tax liability or determining whether a tax liability exists.
22. I understand that my rebate reservation is active for 90 days and that if my project is not completed within that timeframe, rebate funds may no longer be available.
23. I understand that I may not install equipment prior to receiving a reservation number (planning work is OK).
24. This Agreement is personal to Applicant. I understand that I may not assign or transfer rights or delegate obligations under this Agreement.
25. I understand that SVCE makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the design, construction, installation, reliability, performance, operation, maintenance, or any use of the product(s) discussed, selected, rejected, purchased, or otherwise considered by me. SVCE hereby expressly declaims all warranties, whether express, implied, oral, or written, statutory, or otherwise, regarding any subject matter of this Agreement. Any decisions regarding the selection, design, purchase, installation, use, and operation of any product or product(s) or consideration or selection of any installer or contractor shall be at the sole discretion and are my sole responsibility.
26. I understand that SVCE and its authorized representatives shall not be liable for personal injury, property damage or other liabilities arising out of or in any way related to the installation or use of the product(s), nor for any special, incidental, indirect, consequential or secondary damages, or for the loss of profit, revenue, or data even if SVCE and its authorized representatives shall have been advised of the possibility of such potential loss or damage.
27. I understand that SVCE reserves the right to modify or terminate this Program, in whole or in part, at any time and for any reason without prior notice.
28. I understand that SVCE may waive any sections in the Agreement at its sole discretion.
29. I understand that SVCE or its authorized representatives may access data records in order to evaluate and measure the efficacy of the Program. Data may include historical and future utility data, historical and future billing data, electricity consumption data, demographic data, survey data, permit data, and data associated with the cost and process of installation. All data will be held confidentially and will

be used by the SVCE or its authorized representatives for Program operation and analysis purposes only.

30. If I fail to comply with this Agreement, as determined by SVCE, I agree to repay the award in an amount determined by SVCE within 30 days of written notice by SVCE.
31. I understand that this Agreement shall be interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of California, with venue in Santa Clara County, without reference to its principles on conflicts of laws.
32. I agree that except as expressly set forth to the contrary herein, I assume all risks, known and unknown, associated with and arising out of the product(s), installation and use of the product(s), and the contractor installer’s, SVCE’s and its authorized representatives’ performance of obligations under this Agreement.
33. I expressly waive all claims and release SVCE and its authorized representatives therefrom that I may have or in the future may obtain against SVCE and its authorized representatives and agree further to hold SVCE and its authorized representatives harmless and to indemnify same against any and all claims brought against them arising from or in any way related to the product(s), its installation or use, and SVCE and its authorized representatives performance under this Agreement, excepting only such claims as may arise from their sole negligence or willful misconduct. I expressly waive the provisions of California Civil Code section 1542, which provides:

“A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.”

34. I certify that the information that I have supplied to SVCE is true, accurate and complete and that I will inform SVCE if any information changes.
35. I certify that I have not received a SVCE rebate for the same product(s) before.
36. I certify that I have determined that it is feasible to install and operate the product(s) and participate in the Program and that I obtained necessary permission to install and operate the product(s) and participate in the Program from all necessary parties, including, but not limited to, any property manager and/or homeowners association.
37. I certify that I am authorized to submit this Application on behalf of the project listed herein.
38. I have thoroughly and carefully read and understand and agree to these Participant Program Terms and Conditions set forth in this Agreement.