Important! Permanent evaporative coolers that were self-installed on or after May 1, 2013 now qualify for energy efficiency incentives.

Use less energy to cool your home and get cash back.

As the benefits of energy efficiency become increasingly apparent, the popularity of evaporative coolers continues to rise. That’s not surprising considering they use up to 75 percent less electricity than central air conditioners to cool the same square footage. Evaporative coolers cool outdoor air by passing it over water-saturated pads, causing the water to evaporate into it. Cooler air is directed into your home, pushing the warmer air out. Because the technology is simpler, they can cost half as much to buy as a comparable air conditioner. And the best part is you don't have to sacrifice any comfort. Your home will be cool and comfortable all summer long.

For permanently installed evaporative coolers:

Energy Saving Benefits

  • Use up to 75 percent less electricity to cool your home with an evaporative cooler than with a central air conditioner
  • Save money by decreasing your electricity use

Environmental Benefits

Avoid greenhouse gas emission by using less electricity to cool your home.


Getting Started

Prior to starting a project, find a trade ally using the Utah HVAC Program Trade Ally list. Note that select incentives must be completed by a qualified HVAC program trade ally. Review the Incentive Application with your trade ally to determine eligibility requirements, incentive qualifications and review the list of required documents to submit for an incentive.

Incentive Application and required documents must be postmarked within 90 days of the work completed date. Incentive checks are issued within 45 days of receipt of the completed and approved Incentive Application. Checks are only payable to the account holder or verified third party payee. Incentives are not to exceed the purchase price of the equipment or service. Equipment and service work may be inspected for compliance. Incentives are subject to tariff approval and may change with 45 days notice. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for questions regarding trade allies or how to receive your incentive.

Available Incentives

Equipment Purchases and Services
Customer Incentive
Trade Ally Incentive
Evaporative cooler – first time install $300 $25
Evaporative cooler – replacement $100 $25
Evaporative cooler – premium $500 $150
Evaporative cooler – premium whole house ducted $1,000 $300
Click here for information on the portable evaporative cooler incentive.

Qualifications

Evaporative cooler – first time install
    • First time installation eligible when there was no prior installation of permanent evaporative cooling equipment
    • Work must be completed by either a participating or qualified HVAC program trade ally
    • Self-installs are allowed but don't qualify for the dealer incentive
    • Minimum of 2,500 cubic feet per minute (CFM)
    • Equipment must be included on the Qualified Permanent Evaporative Coolers  list
    • Equipment must be new and be permanently installed
    • Itemized receipt/invoice must show purchase of additional components purchased (i.e. tubing, supports, hangers, valves ducting, etc.)
Evaporative cooler – replacement
    • Replacement installation eligible when replacing previously installed permanent evaporative cooling equipment
    • Work must be completed by either a participating or qualified HVAC program trade ally
    • Self-installs are allowed but don't qualify for the dealer incentive
    • Minimum of 2,500 cubic feet per minute (CFM)
    • Equipment must be included on the Qualified Permanent Evaporative Coolers  list
    • Equipment must be new and be permanently installed
Evaporative cooler– premium
    • Equipment must utilize rigid media (applies to first time or replacement installs)
    • Work must be completed by either a participating or qualified HVAC program trade ally
    • Self-installs are allowed but don't qualify for the dealer incentive
    • Minimum of 2,500 cubic feet per minute (CFM)
    • Equipment must be included on the Qualified Permanent Evaporative Coolers  list
    • Equipment must be new and be permanently installed
    • Home with existing duct work will qualify for the premium incentive only
Evaporative cooler – premium whole house ducted
    • Equipment must utilize rigid media and deliver cooling through a whole-house distribution system (defined as a ducted system with a point of delivery, or register, in each occupied room within a dwelling)
    • Only applies to homes where duct work did not exist; itemized invoice must show proof of purchase of new ducting materials
    • Work must be completed by either a participating or qualified HVAC program trade ally
    • Self-installs are allowed but don't qualify for the dealer incentive
    • Minimum of 2,500 cubic feet per minute (CFM)
    • Equipment must be included on the Qualified Permanent Evaporative Coolers  list
    • Equipment must be new and be permanently installed
    • Home with existing duct work will qualify for the premium incentive only
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