Why Plant Trees? In addition to saving energy, here are some other benefits trees offer: Clean the air Reduce noise Provide privacy Prevent soil erosion Beautify the environment Program Guidelines Program is subject to fund availability and may be cancelled at any time.
Customers must fulfill all program-specific and general Riverside Public Utilities program guidelines to be eligible for incentives. Rebate amount cannot exceed the purchase price of the tree. Only specific species of tress qualify for this program. Trees are subject to approval by Riverside Public Utilities. Customers cannot plant tress on areas considered city property.
Planted trees are subject to inspection. You may not trim a city tree without a permit. The city will allow you to hire your own licensed contractor through a no fee permit process provided the City tree inspector agrees with the trimming needs of the tree.
You can also pay to have the City contractor trim the tree through our Resi-pay program by contacting the Call Center. Please call for more information. The city's Urban Forestry Policy outlines the criteria for removal of a city tree.
If your tree does not meet those criteria you can appeal the inspector's decision by contacting the Call Center. If your tree does meet those criteria, it will be scheduled for removal. To expedite its removal, you can either apply for a no fee permit to have a licensed contractor remove the tree or you can use the city's contractor and pay the bid price. You may not request a tree adjacent to your neighbor's property be removed.
However, if low hanging branches are interfering with the use of your property, you may request a trim. They will need to be repaired or replaced. Rarely will tree roots crush a sewer line. If this occurs contact the Call Center to schedule an inspection. Sidewalks are raised by the tree roots and repairs can often be made without removing the tree. However, there are some instances when the growing space is just too small for the size of the tree. In this case, it would be better to remove and replace the tree with a less aggressive species.
Occasionally, the repair may require the cutting of too many large roots and jeopardize the tree's stability. Rebates are available for attic and exterior wall insulation, whole house fans, attic fans solar and electric , duct insulation and sealing, window film, and Cool Roof coatings or products. What are the Weatherization Program benefits?
By utilizing one, or combinations of, the qualifying conservation efforts, homeowners can greatly increase the energy efficiency of their homes and reduce overall energy consumption. What qualifies for a rebate, and what are the rebate amounts? Duct sealing and blower door test incentive applies to older, existing systems only; new systems do not qualify. Riverside Public Utilities reserves the right to determine eligibility and modify or discontinue this program without prior notice at its discretion.
Program is subject to fund availability. Energy Star is a partnership between the U. Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, product manufacturers, local utilities and retailers that promote efficient products and educate consumers about the benefits of energy efficiency. Riverside Public Utilities has been an Energy Star partner since All qualifying Energy Star products will be marked with the Energy Star logo. See this energy guide for more information.
What is the Energy Star Product Rebate? Riverside Public Utilities provides incentives to its customers who purchase new high-efficiency, Energy Star-rated products that use less electricity than standard units of comparable size. Which products qualify? The following new Energy Star-rated products qualify for rebates, used and refurbished equipment is not eligible:.
New Technology Energy Star Product Rebate Program — Riverside Public Utilities provides incentives to support energy efficiency, encourage the use of renewable energy sources, and support efforts to conserve energy and lessen pollution through the use of new technologies in the marketplace. High efficient electric heat pump dryers and electric heat pump water heaters are examples of new technologies and provide a cost conscious and energy efficient way to electrically heat water and dry clothes in a residential home.
Refrigerator Recycling is a free public benefit service that offers residential electric customers the opportunity to recycle older, operating inefficient refrigerators and standalone freezers. These units are transported to a recycling facility for dismantling and processing, making the program easy and convenient for our customers.
It is important to know that California law prohibits dumping your refrigerator or freezer in landfills and that many disposal companies charge a fee to pick up refrigerators or freezers for recycling. What are the benefits of recycling my older units? By recycling your old, inefficient refrigerator or freezer, you can save on future electric costs.
See below for details. Program Guidelines. For assistance with these programs, call our account management team at This program offers Riverside Public Utilities electric customers, who have newly constructed or existing in-ground pools and spas or the opportunity to receive rebates back on the purchase and installation of new, Energy Efficient Pool Pumps EEPPs.
What do I need to do to receive a rebate? Sales tax, delivery or installation fees, and other associated costs are not considered part of the total purchase price.
Go to a participating nursery and purchase up to five 5 qualifying trees. Plant the trees on your property only, then complete the Tree Power Rebate Program application.
Mail the application and all applicable tree receipts to address located at the bottom of this page. RPU electric customers can take their March utility bill to one of the participating nurseries listed below and leave with a qualifying free tree.
Plant trees 10 to 35 feet from your home, preferably on the south or west side. Dwarf trees or palms are not eligible for this program. Why plant trees? In addition to saving energy, here are some other benefits trees offer:.
Tree Power Program Qualifying Trees for both programs :. Please call for details. For complete information on tree species, please visit the Urban Forest Ecosystems Institute and get valuable information on many species of shade trees. This link is provided for informational purposes only. Pay Your Bill. Home Residents Rebates Energy Rebates.
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