| |MECO Home| |Participating Contractors| |New Construction| |Participating Builders|  | Residential Efficient Water Heating Program Solar water heating can save about $50 a month for a typical family of four. Call 1-888-MECO SUN (1-888-632-6786) or contact any of the participating contractors below for more information. MECO Contractor List | Solar Water Heating Solar water heating can save about $50 a month for a typical family of four. MECO can help you purchase a system with a $1000 rebate. In addition, ask your tax professional about the 35% state tax credit, up to $2,250, for systems installed after July 31, 2006. There is also a 30% federal tax credit, up to $2,000, for systems installed in 2006 through 2008. High Efficiency Electric Water Heating If solar hot water isn't right for you, consider a high efficiency electric water heater. They'll save you money, and MECO provides a rebate of up to $80 on qualifying models. Heat Pump Water Heating You may also consider a heat pump water heater. MECO provides a rebate of $275 for existing homes, and $725 for new construction. Call 1-888-MECO-SUN (632-6786) to see if heat pump water heaters are right for you. MECO's Rebates and Tax Credits | System Type | MECO Rebate Amount | Tax Credit* | | Solar Water Heaters | $1,000 | State tax credit of 35%, up to $2,250, for systems installed after 7/31/06. Federal tax credit of 30%, up to $2000, for systems installed from 2006 through 2008. | | Heat Pump Water Heaters | $275 retrofit / $725 new construction | --- | | High Efficiency Electric Water Heaters | $40-$80 | --- | * Available to taxpayers who have an income tax liability. Contact the State Department of Taxation, IRS, or a professional tax advisor for details. MECO Contractor List For more information about solar and other energy efficiency programs at MECO, contact us at: 1-888-MECO-SUN (632-6786) Maui Electric Company, Ltd. P.O. Box 398 Kahului, Hawaii 96733-6898 |