Up-Front Incentives for Off Grid Wind Energy Systems

New wind systems installed within the APS service territory and which are not tied to the APS grid can compete for a one-time incentive from APS of up to $2.00 per Watt DC, up to a maximum incentive of $75,000. Total up- front incentive payments are also limited to 50 percent of the system cost.

Funding for up-front incentives will be equally divided into the six bi-monthly allocation periods as noted below and will be reserved for projects on a competitive basis. Applications are due the last day of the respective period:

• January and February
• March and April
• May and June
• July and August
• September and October
• November and December

At the end of each funding period, projects are ranked based on the score they receive from the APS UFI Ranking Calculator. The most competitive projects are funded first. Because we typically receive requests for more funding than is available, it is likely that not all projects will be funded each period.

Before you apply:

• Review the decision process to see how APS determines if your request for funding is approved or denied and when you can expect to receive a funding decision. View a working model of the UFI Ranking Calculator (MS Excel)
  
  
• Review  Equipment Qualification & Installation Guidance - Wind for information on technical requirements for your project.

How to apply for an incentive:

1. Submit a completed and signed reservation application and credit purchase agreement which includes:
   
   
   • Project size and amount of incentive per estimated kWh savings you are requesting
   • Your UFI Ranking Score
   • An itemized quote for all system and installation costs. The quote must include the manufacturer and model number of the system and, if applicable, the inverter.
     
     
2. After the nomination period has ended, you will receive notification regarding the funding status of your project.
   
   
3. Obtain any local permits and proceed with installation of your system.
   After installation, obtain necessary municipal clearances ("green tag"). Typically your installer will assist you in obtaining permits and clearance. Send proof of final clearance and a map with directions to the system installation site.
   
   
4. Request your incentive payment.
   Your request should include:
   
   • An installation certification form signed by both your equipment dealer and installer
   • Receipt confirming the system purchase price, payment, and installation by an Arizona licensed contractor

Submit all program documents to:

APS Renewable Incentive Program
P.O. Box 53933, MS 3161
Phoenix, AZ 85072-3933

By e-mail: commercial-renewables@aps.com

If you have any questions regarding the process, please call (602) 328-1924.

Forms & Resources
Contact APS Interconnect  |  Renewable Energy Home
   Learn more about all APS Green Choice programs