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Top-rated energy consultants and licensed general contractors delivering energy efficiency audits, solar PV design and installation, HVAC optimization, commercial building upgrades, and full incentive navigation for federal, state, and utility rebate programs. Certified Focus on Energy Trade Ally serving residential and commercial clients nationwide.
Focus on Energy Trade Allies are valuable contractors and service providers who partner with the program to deliver energy efficiency and renewable energy products and expertise directly to Wisconsin residents and businesses.
Jolt Technologies / QuickClick is a registered Focus on Energy Trade Ally.
Rebates on high-efficiency furnaces, AC units, heat pumps, and boilers.
Rebates for professional insulation and air sealing improvements.
Instant rebates on qualifying smart thermostat purchases.
Instant discounts via Trade Allies on heat pump water heaters and tankless units.
$500 rebate on residential solar PV installations.
Larger rebates available for qualifying low-income households.
Whole-home efficiency rebates. No income restriction. Requires energy assessment. 20%+ improvement for standard rebates, 35%+ for higher tier. Available NOW.
Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates. Up to $14,000 total. Income-qualified (based on AMI). Covers heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, electric stoves, panel upgrades, wiring. Available to low/moderate income households.
Wisconsin allocated $149 million for IRA Home Energy Rebates
Prescriptive rebates for standard efficiency upgrades across HVAC, lighting, motors, and more.
$0.05/kWh saved, $0.95/therm saved, up to $100/peak kW for custom energy efficiency projects.
Solar PV incentives up to $25,000. $50/kW plus ag bonus up to $10,000 for agricultural operations.
Tiered incentives based on energy performance for new buildings and major renovations.
6 new instant discounts: broilers, ovens, cooktops. Up to $1,500 at time of purchase.
Incentives for operational improvements that reduce energy consumption without capital investment.
Section 179D and Section 45L both expire for projects beginning construction after June 30, 2026. Act now to secure these deductions and credits before the deadline.
For owners and designers of energy-efficient commercial buildings. Covers HVAC, lighting, and building envelope improvements. Prevailing wage + apprenticeship requirements unlock the maximum $5.00/sq ft deduction. Based on ASHRAE 90.1 standards. Qualified retrofit plans target 25%+ energy use intensity reduction.
For ENERGY STAR or DOE Efficient New Home certification. Manufactured homes qualify at $2,500 (ENERGY STAR MH). Multifamily properties: $500/unit ($2,500 with prevailing wage). Expires for homes acquired after June 30, 2026.
Solar PV systems receive 30% of total system cost as a tax credit. Available through 2032. Commercial clean vehicles: 15-30% credit ($7,500-$40,000 cap). Monitor legislative changes.
Resources for energy-saving building technologies. Design and decision support guides. Energy benchmarking with Portfolio Manager.
Allocated through IRA, available through 2031
Up to $1M for renewable energy, $500K for energy efficiency projects.
Up to 80% loan guarantee (FY2025 terms). Accepted year-round.
Up to 50% for eligible projects. Combined grant + loan: up to 75% of total eligible costs.
Agricultural producers (50%+ gross income from ag operations) and rural small businesses (SBA size standards, eligible rural area).
Renewable: Solar PV, wind, biomass, biodiesel, ethanol, anaerobic digesters, geothermal, hydroelectric
Efficiency: HVAC, insulation, lighting, motors, controls, refrigeration, automated systems
REAP is funded and authorized. Grant applications paused due to backlog but expected to reopen. Loan guarantee applications still accepted year-round. NOW is the time to prepare energy assessments and documentation.
Jolt Technologies navigates incentive programs for clients nationwide. All 50 states have energy efficiency incentive programs. The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE — dsireusa.org) is the comprehensive source.
| State | Program | Administrator | Key Incentives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | Focus on Energy | Statewide (100+ utilities) | Prescriptive rebates, custom incentives, IRA HOMES/HEAR, solar |
| Oregon | Energy Trust of Oregon | Nonprofit administrator | Cash incentives, new construction, renewables, small biz |
| New Jersey | NJ Clean Energy | NJ Board of Public Utilities | Pay-for-Performance, Direct Install, C&I incentives |
| Minnesota | Conservation Improvement (CIP) | Utility-administered | Utility rebates, technical assistance, custom programs |
| Illinois | IL Energy Efficiency | ComEd / Ameren | Home Performance, commercial incentives, smart thermostats |
| California | CA Energy Efficiency | CPUC / IOU utilities | Title 24 compliance, SGIP, commercial rebates |
| Colorado | Xcel Energy | Utility-administered | Commercial EE rebates, new construction, process efficiency |
| Texas | SCORE/CitySmart | Utility/municipal | Schools/gov EE, commercial, demand response |
| New York | NYSERDA Programs | NY State Authority | Tenant improvement, multifamily, industrial programs |
| Massachusetts | Mass Save | Statewide collaborative | Comprehensive rebates, 0% loans, workforce training |
| Connecticut | Energize CT | Eversource/UI + Green Bank | Home Energy Solutions, C-PACE financing |
| Pennsylvania | Act 129 Programs | Utility-administered | Commercial lighting, HVAC, custom, low-income |
| Michigan | Efficiency United | DTE/Consumers | Equipment rebates, Home Performance, recycling |
| Washington | PSE / Avista | Utility-administered | Commercial/industrial rebates, weatherization |
| Maryland | EmPOWER Maryland | Utility + MEA | Quick Home Check-up, commercial incentives |
| DC | DCSEU | DC Dept of Energy | Commercial/residential rebates, workforce |
| Hawaii | Hawaii Energy | Public benefits admin | Commercial lighting, HVAC, demand response |
| Vermont | Efficiency Vermont | Statewide utility | Comprehensive residential/commercial, new construction |
| Rhode Island | National Grid RI | Utility-administered | New Construction, retrofit, small business |
Multiple incentives can layer on a single project, dramatically reducing total cost. Here is how a typical commercial solar + efficiency project stacks:
ASHRAE 90.1 baseline analysis, whole-building simulation, and envelope thermal analysis for code compliance and incentive qualification.
Load calculations, ductwork sizing, VAV system design, heat pump specifications, and equipment scheduling.
Panel schedules, lighting power density calculations, LED retrofit specifications, and photometric analysis.
System sizing, roof structural evaluation, inverter specifications, and utility interconnection applications.
Blueprint-style floor plans with dimensions, zones, equipment placement, and construction documentation.
Factory buildings with measurement dimensions, solar arrays, equipment placement, and workflow optimization diagrams.
Physical inspection, operational review, utility data collection, and baseline documentation.
ASHRAE Level I-III audits, benchmarking, baseline energy modeling, and opportunity identification.
Design drawings, equipment specifications, construction documents, and compliance review.
Grant writing, rebate processing, pre-approval submissions, and documentation management.
Trade Ally installation, equipment startup, performance verification, and quality assurance.
Post-installation measurement, savings verification, incentive closeout, and ongoing optimization.
Jolt Technologies partners with utility companies, state energy programs, and federal agencies across the country to deliver maximum energy savings for our clients. As a certified Focus on Energy Trade Ally and licensed general contractor, we maintain active partnerships with major utility providers, regional energy efficiency programs, and incentive administrators in over 19 states. These partnerships allow us to process rebate applications directly, access exclusive trade ally pricing, expedite incentive approvals, and deliver turnkey energy efficiency and renewable energy projects from audit through installation and verification. Whether your project involves residential weatherization, commercial HVAC upgrades, solar PV installation, or a full building energy retrofit, our network of utility and program partnerships ensures you receive every available rebate, tax credit, and grant.
Jolt Technologies is your trusted energy consultant and licensed general contractor for maximizing energy efficiency incentives, securing utility rebates, and reducing building energy costs. Contact us today to schedule your free energy assessment.
help@gojolt.techA Focus on Energy Trade Ally is a certified contractor authorized to help Wisconsin customers access energy efficiency rebates and incentives. As a Trade Ally, Jolt Technologies can process rebate applications directly, ensuring customers receive maximum savings on qualifying energy improvements. The program is administered by the statewide Focus on Energy initiative covering 100+ utilities.
Section 179D is a federal tax deduction for energy-efficient commercial buildings. It provides $2.50 to $5.00 per square foot for buildings meeting ASHRAE 90.1 energy reduction targets. For a 50,000 sq ft building, this could mean $125,000 to $250,000 in deductions. Important: 179D expires for projects beginning construction after June 30, 2026. Prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements unlock the maximum deduction amount.
Yes! Incentive stacking is one of our core strategies. A typical commercial project might combine the 30% federal ITC, Section 179D deductions, USDA REAP grants, state utility rebates, and local incentives to achieve 60-80% total cost reduction. Our team maps every applicable program and manages the entire application process to maximize your combined savings.
Our 6-step process begins with a free Site Assessment where we evaluate your property and identify opportunities. Next is a comprehensive Energy Audit with thermal imaging and blower door testing. We then create CAD floor plans and engineering specifications. Our team handles all Incentive Applications. We coordinate the Install and Commission phase with certified contractors. Finally, we Verify and Measure results to ensure promised savings are achieved.
Yes! While we are a certified Focus on Energy Trade Ally in Wisconsin, our DOE and USDA incentive navigation services are available in all 50 states. We maintain expertise in state-by-state energy programs across 19+ states and can identify applicable incentives for any U.S. location. Federal programs like 179D, 45L, ITC, and USDA REAP are available nationwide.
USDA REAP (Rural Energy for America Program) provides grants up to $1M and loan guarantees up to 75% for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements. Eligible applicants include agricultural producers (50%+ gross income from ag operations) and rural small businesses meeting SBA size standards in eligible rural areas. The program has $2B+ allocated through 2031 via the Inflation Reduction Act.