Refrigeration & Controls

Is refrigeration running up your energy costs? Until September 30, 2022, the DCSEU will cover 100% of material costs (conditions apply, see below) on a limited number of projects for qualifying ECM fans and door heater controls for glass door freezers and refrigerated cases. Catch these savings today to make your refrigeration system more efficient than ever.

1. Electronically Commutated Motors (ECMs)

   
   

   You Save: Up to $800 in lifetime energy cost savings per motor replaced (15 Years)

   We Pay: Full materials costs up to $200 per fan replacement*
   *Bundle this upgrade with controls or remote monitoring, a DCSEU Energy Consultant can increase the incentive

2. Door Heater Controls

   
   

   You Save: Up to $3,400 in lifetime energy cost savings (For 8 doors medium temp over 10 years)

   We Pay: Full material cost covered up to $1,000 for freezers with at least 2 doors or refrigerated cases with at least 8 doors

Eligibility

All equipment must be purchased and installed between October 1, 2021 and September 30, 2022. Incentives are offered on a first-come, first-served basis while funding is available. All submissions must be pre-approved. Technical specifications for products are required for pre-approval. See below for specific requirements for ECMs and Door Heater Controls.

• Proof of installation must be provided which may include the following:
  • In-person inspection by a DCSEU staff member or agent of the DCSEU
  • Virtual inspection by video conference
  • Photos demonstrating clear evidence of measure installation and operation
• All invoices related to the incentivized measures must include make, model number, cost (materials and labor must be separated on invoice), and date of transaction.
• A copy of the incentive recipient's W-9 is required for incentive payment.
  • If a 3rd party will receive the rebate, customer must approve and sign a 3rd party release.
• PEPCO and/or Washington Gas utility bills are required for pre-approval.
• Please see the DCSEU’s Standard Terms and Conditions for additional information.

ECM Required Documentation

• Scope of work and quote outlining costs separately for materials and labor, including model numbers and quantities.
• Photos of existing fans must be provided. At least 2 photos will be required: 1 showing the fan in the space and another closeup of the nameplate of current fan. See Examples.
• Spec sheets that highlight the model number of the proposed equipment. This will inform ECs what the proposed equipment is.

Door Heater Controls Required Documentation

• Scope of work and quote. Outlining costs for material, labor, number of doors, specify if they are refrigerator or freezer, and model numbers.
• If it’s a medium temp application (refrigerated), we require at least 8 doors. If its low temp (freezer), we require at least 2 doors.
• Photos of existing case nameplates for all case types (if different).
• Spec sheets that highlight the model number of the proposed equipment. This will inform ECs what the proposed equipment is.

Get started today!

Ready to discuss your potential ECM or door heater control project? Please call us at 202-479-2222 or email our Project Intake Coordinator at [email protected].