2025 Business Prescriptive Program Measure Selection
Specifications
- Product Name: 2025 Business Prescriptive Program Measure
Selection Form: HVAC - Applicable for: Indiana Businesses with CenterPoint Energy
Electric Service - VFD measures must exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2007
- Chiller measures must exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2016
- Certain measures must exceed Federal Standards: PTAC, PTHP, Air
Conditioners, and Heat Pumps
Product Usage Instructions
Important Information
Ensure that the Measure Selection Form and technical data sheets
are submitted along with the Business Prescriptive Program
Application.
For rebates exceeding $20,000 per facility per year, preapproval
from CenterPoint Energy is required before equipment purchase or
installation.
Project & Facility Information
Required Information:
- Select the HVAC and building type where all measures will be
installed. - Choose the appropriate project type and heating/cooling
type. - Specify the building type and HVAC system type for Chiller,
Chiller Tune-up, or VFD projects.
Thermostats
Equipment Specifications:
- TST-01 Programmable Thermostat – Rebate: $50, Unit: Each
- TST-02 Wifi-Enabled Thermostat – Rebate: $100, Unit: Each
Thermostat Weekly Schedule – REQUIRED:
Specify the occupied and unoccupied times and temperature
settings for each day of the week in both summer and winter.
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners & Packaged Terminal Heat
Pumps
Equipment meeting at least one of the required minimum
efficiency levels is eligible for the respective incentive.
FAQ
Need Help?
If you require assistance completing the Measure Selection Form,
contact 855-220-1399 to speak with an Energy Efficiency
Advisor.
2025 Business Prescriptive Program Measure Selection Form: HVAC
for Indiana Businesses with CenterPoint Energy Electric Service
· Complete this Measure Selection Form to apply for an incentive for the installation of eligible “HVAC” measures installed by December 31, 2025.
· All technical data sheets for installed equipment must be included with your submission.
· If technical data (EER, Efficiency, etc.) requested in the form is unavailable, please contact your product supplier. Incomplete forms will not be processed.
· All installed measures must be new. No refurbished measures will be accepted.
· For new construction or major renovation installations:
VFD measures must exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2007
Chiller measures must exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2016
The following measures must exceed Federal Standards: PTAC, PTHP, Air Conditioners, and Heat Pumps.
Important
This Measure Selection Form and technical data sheets should be submitted in conjunction with the Business Prescriptive Program Application.
Applications for rebates in excess of $20,000 per facility per year must be preapproved by CenterPoint Energy prior to purchasing or installing equipment.
Need Help?
For assistance completing this Measure Selection Form, call 855-220-1399 to speak with an Energy Efficiency Advisor.
Project & Facility Information
Required Information
Please select the HVAC and building type where all measures are being installed. If measures are being installed in more than one building type, please complete additional measure selection forms.
Project Type Retrofit Existing Equipment Replace Failed Equipment New Load New Construction or Major Renovation Heating/Cooling Type AC with Natural Gas Heat AC with Electric Heat Heat Pump Electric Heat Only Natural Gas Heat Only
Building Type
Auto Repair Agricultural Education (preK – 12) Education (College) Food Service (Fast Food) Food Service (Full Service
Restaurant)
Grocery Health Care (Inpatient) Health Care (Outpatient) Hotel/Motel (Common Areas) Hotel/Motel (Guest Room) Industrial/Manufacturing
Office (Small < 50,000 sf) Office (Large > 50,000 sf) Parking Garage Public Assembly Religious Worship Service
Retail (Small < 50,000 sf) Retail (Large > 50,000 sf) Warehouse/Storage Other ________________
Select HVAC System Type and Purpose for Chiller, Chiller Tune-up, or VFD Projects Only
HVAC System Type
Constant Volume – No Economizer
HVAC System Purpose Space Conditioning (pumps/motors used only to condition the space)
Constant Volume – with Economizer
Process Cooling (pumps/motors are used strictly to cool a product as part of the manufacturing process)
Variable Air Volume (VAV) with Economizer
Combined Space Cond. and Process Cooling (pumps/motors are used in both)
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Product & Facility Information (cont.)
Thermostats
Ref ID
Equipment Specifications
TST-01 Programmable Thermostat
TST-02 Wifi-Enabled Thermostat
Rebate $50 $100
Unit Each Each
Make and Model
Quantity Total Incentive $ $
Thermostat Weekly Schedule – REQUIRED
At what time do people arrive (i.e., the building is occupied)? At what time do people leave (i.e., the building is unoccupied)? What are the temperature settings?
Occupied Unoccupied
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
Friday
Saturday
In the summer OF OF
In the winter OF OF
Total square footage controlled by thermostat(s) ft2
· Rebate not to exceed equipment cost · Each thermostat must control a minimum of 1,500 square ft · Installed thermostats must control the primary heating or cooling source for the facility. · Primary heating or cooling source of the facility must be electric. The natural gas thermostat rebate cannot be applied for in conjunction with this rebate. · Compared to the occupied temperature, the unoccupied temperature must be 3 degrees warmer in the summer and 3 degrees cooler in the winter. · For Programmable Thermostat: Must be digital and have the following features: (1) Wake, day, evening and sleep daily settings, (2) Weekday vs. Weekend settings (e.g.,
5-2 or 5-1-1), and (3) Override or hold setting
· For Wifi-Enabled Thermostat: Must be Wifi capable and connected to the internet for programming and adjusting remotely.
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners & Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps Equipment meeting only one of the required minimum efficiency levels is eligible for the respective incentive.
Ref ID
Equipment Type
PT-01
PT-02
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner or Heat Pump (PTAC or PTHP)
PT-03
Equipment Size 7,000 Btu/hr (0.58 tons)
Min. Efficiency 13.2 EER
2.7 COP
7,001 Btu/hr (0.58 tons) 15,000 Btu/hr (1.25 tons)
12.2 EER 2.6 COP
11.2 EER >15,000 Btu/hr (1.25 tons)
2.5 COP
Size (Tons)
Quantity
Total Tons
Incentive (Per Ton)
Cooling: $30 Heating: $100 Cooling: $30 Heating: $100 Cooling: $30 Heating: $100
Total Incentive $
$
$
Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps The air conditioner measure applies to split system, rooftop unit, and ductless mini-split air conditioning units.
Ref ID
Equipment Type
AC-01
AC-02 AC-03
Air Conditioner or Air Source Heat Pump
AC-04
HP-02
Water Source Heat Pump
HP-03
Ground Source Heat Pump
Equipment Size <65,000 Btu/hr (5.4 tons)
Min. Efficiency 15.0 SEER2
8.0 HSPF2
65,000 Btu/hr (5.4 tons) 134,999 Btu/hr (11.3 tons)
13.0 IEER 3.4 COP
135,000 Btu/hr (11.3 tons) 239,999 Btu/hr (20 tons)
12.5 IEER 3.3 COP
240,000 Btu/hr (20 tons)
12.0 IEER 3.3 COP
13.2 EER 135,000 Btu/hr (11.25 tons)
4.6 COP
<135,000 Btu/hr (11.25 tons)
14.7 EER 3.4 COP
Size (Tons)
Quantity
Total Tons
Incentive (Per Ton)
Cooling: $30 Heating: $10 Cooling: $30 Heating: $10 Cooling: $30 Heating: $10 Cooling: $30 Heating: $10 Cooling: $30 Heating: $10 Cooling: $30 Heating: $10
Total Incentive $ $ $ $ $ $
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Product & Facility Information (cont.)
Air Conditioner Tune-Up Air Conditioner Tune-Ups shall include checking for refrigerant charge, identify and repair leaks if refrigerant charge is low, measure and record refrigerant pressures, measure and record temperature drop at indoor coil, clean condensate drain line, clean condenser coil and straighten fins, clean supply air fan blades, clean condenser fan blades, repair damaged insulation on suction line, change air filters (twice per year), measure and record blower amp draw, clean evaporator coil with spray-on cleaner and straighten fins (optional), and verify economizer operation & fix or adjust as needed (if air conditioner has an economizer).
Ref ID
Measure Name
Unit
AC-08
Air Conditioner TuneUp
Ton
Air Conditioner Make & Model Number(s)
Evaporator Coil(s)
Cleaned?
Yes No
Capacity (Tons)
Quantity
Incentive (Per Ton)
Total Incentive
$20
$
· Rebate is available once per 18-month period for each air conditioner. · Condenser coil must be cleaned at a minimum; evaporator coil cleaning is optional. · Window units are ineligible for rebate. · Rebate not to exceed tune-up cost. · New construction projects are ineligible for rebate. · Apply for Furnace Tune-Up, Refrigerant Charge, Packaged Rooftop Unit Sealing, & Economizer Repair & Optimization measures separately, as they apply.
Refrigerant Charge
Ref ID
Measure Name
Unit
Air Conditioner Make & Model Number(s)
AC-09 Refrigerant Charge
LB Refrigerant
· Rebate is available once per 18-month period for each air conditioner. · Refrigerant leak must be located and fixed. · Window units are ineligible for rebate. · Rebate not to exceed full measure cost. · New construction and new load projects are ineligible for rebate.
LBs Refrigerant
Added
Capacity (Tons)
Incentive (Per Unit)
Total Incentive
$10
$
Economizer Repair & Optimization
Ref ID
Equipment Type
AC-10
Economizer Repair & Optimization
Unit Ton
Economizer Control Type (Select One)
Fixed Dry-Bulb Dual Temperature Dry-Bulb Differential Enthalpy Fixed Enthalpy
Air Conditioner Make & Model Number(s)
Value
Economizer Control Details (Complete All That Apply)
Incentive (Per Ton)
$15
Previous Economizer Setpoint (°F, Btu/lb)
New Economizer Setpoint, if different (°F, Btu/lb)
Previous Minimum Outdoor Air (%)
New Minimum Outdoor Air (%), if different
Previous Maximum Outdoor Air (%)
New Maximum Outdoor Air (%), if different
· Replace failed damper motor to allow proper damper modulation, if necessary. · Adjust linkage to allow proper damper modulation, as needed. Replace linkage if broken. · Repair wiring issues that prevent economizer operation. · Adjust the minimum damper position to meet the minimum required outdoor air. · Replace failed dry-bulb temperature and/or humidity sensors, as needed. · Replace failed economizer control modules, as needed. · Optimize the economizer setpoint if the unit is equipped with a fully operational economizer. Confirm the new setpoint meets space requirements. · Rebate not to exceed full project cost.
Total Incentive $
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Product & Facility Information (cont.)
Packaged Rooftop Unit Sealing
Ref ID
Measure Name
Unit
AC-11
Packaged Rooftop Unit Sealing
Each
Air Conditioner Make & Model Number(s)
Quantity
Incentive (Per Unit)
Total Incentive
$50
$
· Seal the interior and exterior seams that connect the economizer to the RTU using silicone caulking. · Seal supply and return duct seams inside of RTU with mastic. Seal leaks that are found around the perimeter of the roof to RTU connection with silicone caulking. · Seal all cabinet seams that are not typically removed during basic service (e.g., control panel) using silicone caulking. · Replace failed door panel gaskets. · Rebate is available once per 18-month period for each air conditioner. · Rebate not to exceed full project cost. · New construction projects are ineligible for rebate.
Advanced Rooftop Controls
Ref ID
Rooftop Unit (RTU) Size
Includes DCV?
RC-01 5 Tons and 10 Tons
RC-02 > 10 Tons and 15 Tons
RC-03 > 15 Tons and 20 Tons
RC-04 > 20 Tons
RTU Size (Tons)
RTU Make and Model
Supply Fan Horsepower
RTU Quantity
Incentive: No DCV (Per RTU)
$400
$750
$1,000
$2,000
Incentive: With DCV (Per RTU)
$800
$1,500
$2,000
$4,000
Total Incentive $ $ $ $
· Must be installed on unitary package rooftop unit (no split-systems). · Existing rooftop unit must be less than 15 years old (based on manufacture date). · Must replace constant speed fan motor with either a supply fan VFD or multi-speed supply fan motor with controller that meets ventilation and space conditioning needs. · Must include digital, integrated economizer controls. · RTUs <5 tons are ineligible. · New construction or major renovation projects should apply for a custom rebate in order to confirm eligibility. · Must include CO2 sensor or occupancy sensor to determine ventilation and space conditioning needs to be eligible for demand control ventilation (DCV) adder incentive.
Chillers Only single-chiller applications are eligible. This measure is for installing a lead chiller that operates the entire cooling season. Back-up chillers are ineligible. Multiple chiller projects should apply for custom rebate.
Ref ID CH-01 CH-03 CH-04 CH-05
Equipment Type Electric Chiller – Air Cooled
Electric Chiller – Water Cooled – Rotary Screw
Equipment Size All <150 Ton 150 Tons – 299 Tons 300 Tons
CH-06 CH-07 CH-08
Electric Chiller – Water Cooled – Centrifugal
<150 Ton 150 Tons – 299 Tons 300 Tons
Min. Efficiency 16 IEER 0.53 kW/ton 0.51 kW/ton 0.47 kW/ton 0.52 kW/ton 0.52 kW/ton 0.47 kW/ton
Chiller Model
Efficiency IEER
Size (Tons)
Incentive (Per Ton)
$30
kW/ton
$30
kW/ton
$30
kW/ton
$30
kW/ton
$30
kW/ton
$30
kW/ton
$30
Total Incentive $ $ $ $ $ $ $
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Product & Facility Information (cont.)
Chiller Tune-Up Chiller tune-ups shall include routine inspection for refrigerant leaks & volume, checking compressor operating pressures, all oil levels and pressures, crank case heater operation, and all electrical starters, contractors and relays, examining all motor voltages and amps, filter inspection and replacement when necessary, and cleaning of the coils or tubes. Additionally, water cooled chiller tune-up shall include chilled and condenser temperature adjustments, and compressor unloading switch adjustments.
Ref ID
Equipment Type
Chiller Type
CH-09
Electric Chiller Tune-Up
Air-Cooled Water-Cooled Centrifugal Water-Cooled Rotary Screw
Model Number
Chiller Size (Tons)
Quantity
Total Tons
Incentive (Per Ton)
Total Incentive
$8
$
Chilled Water Reset Control (Maximum chilled water temperature of 50°F)
Ref ID
Equipment Type
Chiller Type
CH-13
Chilled Water Reset Control
Air-Cooled Water-Cooled
Model Number
Chiller Size (Tons)
· Rebate is available once per 18-month period for each chiller · Rebate not to exceed tune-up cost · Only lead chillers are eligible for this incentive · New construction projects are ineligible for rebate
Quantity
Total Tons
Incentive (Per Ton)
$1.50
Total Incentive $
Variable Frequency Drives The rebate applies to a variable frequency drives installed on an HVAC system pump or fan motor up to 100 hp. VFDs installed in industrial process applications should be submitted using the Miscellaneous Measure Selection Form. VFDs installed in other applications or those larger than 100 hp should be submitted for preapproval through CenterPoint Energy’s Custom Program prior to purchase. For New Construction Program participants, VFDs on fans less than 10 hp, VFDs on pumps less than or equal to 50 hp, and VFDs on any cooling tower fan are eligible for rebates. VFD incentives cannot be applied for if applying for Advanced Rooftop Controls incentives for the same equipment.
Ref ID
Equipment Type
VFD-01 Return Fan VFD
Unit hp
hp Per Motor (must be 100 hp) Motor Quantity Total hp
Incentive (Per hp)
$60
Total Incentive $
VFD-02 Supply Fan VFD
hp
$60
$
VFD-03 Tower Fan VFD
hp
$60
$
VFD-04 Condenser Water Pump VFD
hp
$60
$
VFD-05 Hot Water Pump VFD
hp
$60
$
VFD-06 Chilled Water Pump VFD
hp
$60
$
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