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David Rabenau

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Credentials

David Rabenau is a Certified Missouri Home Energy Auditor

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Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED® AP).
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BPI Certified Professional:
Building Analyst
Envelope

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Energy and Environmental Ratings Alliance
Certified HERS Rater

A Tale of Two Cities: Utilities’ Energy Efficiency Programs

Not sure why this is a conundrum for some utility companies and not for others. After all, in this case they are both regulated by the same state Public Services Commission. Yet one has had long-standing and vital energy efficiency programs. Kudo’s to the other side of the state!

Program Kansas City Power & Light
(Kansas City, MO)
Ameren UE
(St. Louis, MO)
ENERGY STAR New Homes Program Yes
$800 rebate
$750 for HERS rating
No
Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program
(Existing Homes)
Yes
Up to $1,200 in bill credits for a HPwES improvement
No
Discounted CFLs Yes Yes
Solar Rebate Yes
$2 watt installed
? – state requirement, but not found on website?
Energy Efficiency HVAC or Heat Pump Yes
Cool Homes Program provides up to $850 rebate
No
Energy Efficient Appliance Rebates Yes
Free programmable thermostat ($300 value)
Yes
Dehumidifier, $25
Freezer, $50
Room A/C, $50

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