Energy-Efficient Hotels & Motels

Hotel and motel energy efficiency incentives

It’s all about guest satisfaction.

Enhance your guests’ comfort and experience while reducing your operating costs and maintenance with new, energy-efficient equipment.

Energy use might not seem like a big expense here in Chelan County, but it’s one of your greatest sources of potential savings on overhead. Let us help pay for your upgrades.

 

What's in It for Me?

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Improve your guest experience

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PUD pays up to 100% of your project costs for better equipment

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Highlight your environmental stewardship to guests

 

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How Do Business Incentives Work?

Commercial Rebate Exclusions

The following properties are not eligible for the commercial rebate program, regardless of meter type:
❌ Short-term rentals (e.g., vacation rentals, Airbnb, VRBO)
❌ Long-term rental properties
❌ Condos and townhomes
❌ Cabins and other residential-style lodging

However, these properties may qualify for rebates through the residential rebate program. Please visit the Residential Rebates page more information.

 

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What Can Chelan PUD Help Me Pay For?

Learn about the top ways that your hotel or motel can save money on better equipment with incentives from Chelan PUD.

 

We're always adding ways for our customers to save money on their electric bills and to improve Chelan County buildings. Sign up for email updates on our incentive programs for your hotel or motel. Don't miss a chance to save on new equipment and upgrades!

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Lighting Solutions

Enhance the aesthetics of your space with high-efficiency lighting fixtures and controls. LEDs are available in nearly every tone and hue, making it easy to find the perfect illumination for your application—whether you need romantic lighting in a guest suite or safety lighting in your parking lot.

About a quarter of your electricity bill is spent on lighting. Long lasting and shatter resistant, LEDs reduce your ongoing maintenance and replacement costs and lower your energy bills for years, both on lighting and cooling costs.

Learn more

Get started today by talking with your lighting contractor or contact Drew Thompson, our commercial energy advisor.

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Ongoing Savings: Moderate to high
Save up to 90% on lighting and maintenance costs for 10+ years

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Upfront Investment: Low to moderate
Chelan PUD pays up to 75% of your project costs. Remaining project costs are eligible for EnergySmart financing

effort: 2/5 easy to 3/5 moderate

Project Effort: Low to moderate
Projects range from quick and easy upgrades to involved relighting

 

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Heating, Cooling and Ventilation Solutions

For optimal guest comfort, have new HVAC equipment installed in your hotel. Noisy or ineffective heating or cooling can ruin the experience of your guests. Let us pay for your upgrades.

Chelan PUD pays up to 100% of the cost of efficient equipment. These whole-building and room-by-room solutions also lower your operation and maintenance costs:

Get started today by talking with your HVAC contractor or contact Drew Thompson, our commercial energy advisor.

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Ongoing Savings: High
Save up to 50% on heating and cooling costs for 20+ years

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Upfront Investment: Low to free!
Chelan PUD pays up to 100% of your project costs. Any remaining project costs are eligible for EnergySmart financing

effort: 1/5 easy to 3/5 moderate

Project Effort: Low to moderate
Projects range from quick switches to involved redesigns

 

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High-Efficiency Windows

Whether you want to highlight stunning views or strategically block street noise, windows make a big impact on how guests experience their stay. Let us help improve the aesthetics of your hotel with new windows.

Chelan PUD pays up to 100% of the cost of high-efficiency windows, saving you money now and for years to come on lower energy costs. New windows also block UV rays that prematurely fade your furnishings.

Learn more

Get started today by talking with your window contractor or contact Drew Thompson, our commercial energy advisor.

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Ongoing Savings: Moderate
Save 10% to 40% on heating and cooling costs for 20+ years

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Upfront Investment: Moderate to high
Chelan PUD pays up to 100% of your project costs, which vary significantly by the windows you choose. Any remaining project costs are eligible for EnergySmart financing

effort: 3/3 involved

Project Effort: Moderate to high
Projects range from straightforward replacements to full redesigns

 

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Hybrid Water Heaters

Hybrid water heaters make the same hot water you need, at about 40% the operating costs. Plus, they last about 1.5 times as long as a conventional electric water heater, reducing your replacement costs over the long run.

Chelan PUD rebates save you money now and for many years on reduced replacement and energy costs.

As an added bonus, a hybrid water heater provides essentially "free" cooling, as it releases cool, dehumidified air when running. This makes it a perfect addition to a space that needs cooling, like a laundry room.

Learn more

Get started today by talking with your plumber or contact Drew Thompson, our commercial energy advisor.

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Ongoing Savings: Low to moderate
Save 60% on water heating costs for 13+ years

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Upfront Investment: Low
Chelan PUD incentives can cover most and sometimes all of the cost of your new water heater. Any remaining project costs are eligible for EnergySmart financing

effort: 1/5 easy to 3/5 moderate

Project Effort: Low
Projects are typically straightforward replacements

 

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Insulation

Reduce drafts and operating costs by increasing the insulation in your hotel. Chelan PUD will pay for up to 100% of your project costs.

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Custom Projects

Have another way to save energy in your hotel? We can help pay for projects that save electricity.

Contact Drew Thompson, Chelan PUD commercial energy advisor, about your project idea, and we'll see what we can fund.

 

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Questions? Talk with Drew Thompson, Chelan PUD commercial energy advisor. Call (509) 661-8560 or email drew.thompson@chelanpud.org.

 

We're always adding new ways to help you save money on your electricity bills and improve your buildings. Sign up for email updates on our money-saving programs for your hotel or motel, so you don't miss a chance to save on new equipment or upgrades.

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