Springfield customers, Illinois · Rebate
High Efficiency Air Conditioner Rebate (CWLP)
Run by City Water, Light & Power (CWLP) Energy Services Office
Springfield CWLP residential electric customers get a $100-per-ton bill credit for a new central air conditioner rated at least 16 SEER and 12.5 EER.
Amounts
How much you get
$100 per ton of cooling capacity (cooling Btuh divided by 12,000), paid as a bill credit. Applies to units under 72,000 Btuh (6 tons). No limit on the number of units per property.
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 4 of these.
Directly metered CWLP residential electric customer (rates 30 through 37) with no account more than 30 days past due.
New central air conditioner of at least 16.0 SEER and 12.5 EER, installed on or after March 1, 2020. Replacements must replace both the condensing unit and the A coil, and the furnace must have a variable speed blower motor.
Installed by an HVAC contractor licensed to operate in Springfield, who also signs the application.
What to doUse an HVAC contractor licensed in Springfield and have them sign the rebate form. Get a quote from a contractor
Residential electric service only; commercial-rated buildings aren't eligible.
Equipment
What equipment counts
The program sets these minimums for furnaces, ac and thermostats.
- Central air conditioners
At least 16.0 SEER and 12.5 EER, under 72,000 Btuh; condensing unit and A coil replaced together; furnace with variable speed blower.
Applying
How to apply
You apply by mail. Must be received within one year of the installation date. First come, first served while funding lasts.
- Choose a qualifying system.
At least 16.0 SEER and 12.5 EER; replace the condensing unit and A coil together.
- Have a Springfield-licensed HVAC contractor install it.
- Complete the form with your contractor.
Both sign it. Attach a sales receipt with model numbers and SEER/EER.
- Mail it within one year of installation.
CWLP Air Conditioner Rebate, 1008 E. Miller St, Springfield, IL 62702.
- Receive a bill credit.
Issued once installation and information are verified.
Forms and instructions, including for applying by mailCWLP Air Conditioner Rebate Application
Questions about applying217.789.2070 or nrgxprts@cwlp.com
Stacking
Use it with
Your address
Next steps
Check that it covers your address. Then, if you want, ask for a contractor quote.
Is it available at your address?
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FAQ
Questions
How much does High Efficiency Air Conditioner Rebate (CWLP) pay?
$100 per ton of cooling capacity (cooling Btuh divided by 12,000), paid as a bill credit. Applies to units under 72,000 Btuh (6 tons). No limit on the number of units per property.
Do I need to be a Springfield customer?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Springfield customers, Illinois. See Do I qualify for the details.
Do I have to use a contractor?
Yes. Installed by an HVAC contractor licensed to operate in Springfield, who also signs the application.
What’s the deadline?
No fixed deadline. Apply any time while it’s open.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 27, 2026.
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