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FREE QI Training - Professional HVAC/Air Balancing Workshop

Get the training you need to meet the demand for Alliant Energy’s 2010 programs: Quality Installation (QI) and Home Performance with ENERGY STAR®.

The Center on Sustainable Communities’ (COSC) FREE Professional HVAC/Air Balancing Workshop includes:

  • Proper equipment sizing and selection
  • Proper installation techniques
  • Testing the performance, efficiency and safety of the system.
  • Accompanying on-site training sessions at 3 to 5 residential homes will be scheduled during the weeks following classroom training (required for Certificate of Completion).

The workshop is being held at various community colleges across the state – and you must register through the individual schools.  Go to the COSC Web site, icosc.com, for complete registration details.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, Iowa

Tuesday, November 17, 2009
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Northeast Iowa Community College
Town Clock Center for Professional Development
Dubuque, Iowa

To register for the Dubuque class, call 1-888-642-2338 ext. 380, class number 31168.

 

Special Alert:  AHRI Changes and Alliant Energy Cash Reward Claims

Recently the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) made a significant change to its equipment database. Until further notice, if your equipment is on the old list and purchased by December 31, 2009, we will honor your customers’ reward claim and your sales incentives (spiffs). Throughout the remainder of 2009, IPL will add new equipment to the old list as needed.

Questions? Call the Energy Efficiency Hotline at 1-866-ALLIANT (1-866-255-4268) or email us at tradeallies@alliantenergy.com.

For details on the change go to the AHRI Website:
http://www.ahrinet.org/Pages/ShowMeMore.aspx?src=single&lpk=1003

 

Increased Tax Credits for 2009-2010 Energy-Efficient Improvements and Renewable Energy Systems
Homeowners, home builders and businesses can qualify for tax credits for energy-efficiency and renewable energy improvements. In February of 2009, Congress passed a piece of economic legislation extending the shelf life of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), also known as the recent economic stimulus bill, expanded many of these tax credits and their time limits.

View a summary of the products impacted by the 2009 Act.

 

Energy Efficiency Partner Webinars:  eConnections Wednesday Webinars
Below is a list of past 2008-2009 webinars.  For a complete listing, a webinar calendar, and how to sign up for the next monthly webinar go to our eConnections Wednesday Webinars page.

May 2009 Webinar Presenatation

April 2009 Webinar Presentation

March 2009 Webinar Presentation

Download additional presentations from the recent webinars on energy-efficiency program updates for 2009.

 

2008 Electric Service Rules and Equipment Books Available

The 2008 version of the Electric Service Rules and Electric Service Equipment Books are now available. View the service information manuals online, or read our announcement to learn how to get a hard copy.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the unusual circumstances caused by the 2008 floods, Alliant Energy may waive some of its requirements for updating metering and termination equipment to meet present day requirements. Download ESRB A3 for details.

 

Community service guide

Wondering if a particular town is served by Alliant Energy, or if that town receives our electricity, natural gas or both? Here is complete listing of all towns (and their service status) in Alliant Energy's territory.

 

CSST safety notice

Special notice for contractors: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (flexible tubing with a yellow or black coating) must now be electrically bonded to the ground for lightning protection. These tubes are frequently sold at distributorships and big box stores, and can be found in a structure's walls, or along floor/ceiling joists. Learn more with this safety notice [PDF].

 

Important gas connector safety notice

Important information from the Consumer Product Safety Commission and American Gas Association for Alliant Energy's natural gas customers:

Danger: Gas Appliance Connectors brochure [PDF]
Letter to natural gas customers [PDF]

 

Clock-Programmable thermostats

The next time you are visiting with a customer, ask if he or she has a clock-programmable thermostat at home. It's one of the most affordable and effective things customers can do to save energy and money. Plus, Alliant Energy-IP&L offers a $25 cash rebate on all qualifying CPTs. Here are some talking points:

When used properly, CPTs can save the average customer $100 or more each year on their utility bill.

  • CPTs automatically adjust the temperature, allowing customers to save energy while they are away or sleeping.
  • CPTs are more convenient and accurate than manual thermostats.
  • CPTs do not contain toxic mercury (found in some manual thermostats).
  • CPTs can reduce energy consumption and as a result, are good for the environment.
  • The customer is always in control - he or she can manually override a programmed temperature at any time.

  • Programming a CPT can be a bit daunting for a customer. Offer to help out with these critical steps. While you are doing so, explain the basic functions:

  • Menu
  • Setting date and time
  • Program review
  • Changing programs
  • Fan settings
  • Manual temperature override

  • If you have any questions about CPTs and the $25 cash rebate (for Iowa and Minnesota customers only), please contact your Trade Account Manager.