GreenSense Incentive Program | City of Denton DME

Overview of Denton Municipal Electric (DME) GreenSense Incentive Program

We do a lot of work servicing and replacing commercial HVAC and residential air conditioning systems in the city of Denton TX, so we thought it would be a good idea to share a few details about the available incentives for Denton residents. This is a great rebate program available through the City of Denton that encourages replacement systems that are more energy efficient to help reduce homeowners’ utility bills, and reduce the load requirements on the Denton Municipal Electric facilities.

Read the entire GreenSense Incentive Program Manual here. This is meant to be an overview of the most relevant details:

Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning System (HVAC)

DME is offering a rebate up to $400 for the purchase and installation of high-efficiency central air conditioners with gas heat, electric heat pumps, and geothermal heat pumps for existing residential and commercial facilities. No new construction applications will be accepted.

HVAC Requirements

• Equipment must have a minimum of 16 SEER rating
• Both condensing unit and evaporator coil must be replaced
• Installations must be made by a licensed contractor
• Installation must be permitted, inspected and approved by the City of Denton’s Building Inspections Department
• All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of the manual

Smart Thermostat

DME is offering a rebate of 50 percent of invoice, not to exceed $50.00 for the installation of a smart thermostat. No new construction applications will be accepted.

Smart Thermostat Requirements

• Thermostat must offer internet connectivity for remote management
• All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of the manual

Air Duct

DME is offering a rebate of 30 percent of invoice, not to exceed $200.00 for the replacement or repair of an air duct systems located in unconditioned space. No new construction applications will be accepted.

Air Duct Requirements

• Materials used should be long-lasting materials (mastics, foil tape, aerosol-based sealants)
• The current air loss level of each system shall be determined and documented by the installer
• Materials used shall be documented on invoice (i.e. insulation, mastics, tape, aerosol, etc.)
• Invoice must specify whether home has slab or crawlspace and number of stories
• All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of the manual

Multifamily Incentive

DME is offering rebates for the purchase and installation of energy efficient upgrades for any existing multifamily complex located on one property. No new construction applications will be accepted.

Mulitfamily Requirements

• Applications must be completed and approved PRIOR to installation due to limited funds availability
• All requirements for upgrades listed below are the same as the individual incentives detailed in pages 4 to 7 of the Manual

Upgrade Incentive Cap

Central HVAC

• $200 per 1.0 – 2.5 Ton Unit
• $400 per 3.0 – 5.0 Ton Unit
• Not to Exceed $2,400

Smart Thermostats

• $10.00 each
• Not to Exceed $200

Attic Insulation

• $0.30 per square foot
• Not to Exceed $1,200

Air Ducts

• 30% of total cost
• Not to Exceed $600

Solar Screens

• $3.00 per square foot
• Not to Exceed $800

Windows

• $2.00 per square foot
• Not to Exceed $1,500