Custom Incentive

The custom incentive pays you an incentive based on an estimated annual reduction in energy use. For existing systems, the incentive is based on energy savings estimated by Idaho Power of your proposed modifications. For a new system, the incentive is based on installation of a system Idaho Power determines to be more energy efficient than standard. Water source changes to an existing system will be treated as a new system. The incentive you receive is determined by the following criteria based on annual kilowatt-hour (kWh) or kilowatt (kW) savings effective Jan. 1, 2025:

• Existing System – $0.30 per annual kWh saved or $540 per kW (Incentive will not exceed 75% of project cost)
• New System – $0.30 per annual kWh saved (Incentive will not exceed 10% of project cost)

For example, if Idaho Power estimates your new, more efficient pump will save 15,000 kWh of electricity in an irrigation season, you would receive an incentive for $4,500 (15,000 kWh x $0.30 = $4,500) – assuming this amount does not exceed 75% of the project cost on an existing system or 10% of the cost on a new system.

Idaho Power’s agriculture representatives will conduct a free energy evaluation to help determine what can make your system more energy efficient.

Custom Incentive Application Process

1. Establish your eligibility. All Idaho Power customers who own or operate an irrigation system used for irrigation of agricultural crops or pasturage that receives electricity from Idaho Power at the Irrigation power rate are eligible to participate in Idaho Power’s Irrigation Efficiency Rewards Program.
2. Evaluate your system. Determine how or if your irrigation system could be more energy efficient. You may request an evaluation or planning assistance by an Idaho Power agricultural representative (ag rep) in your area.
3. Make a plan. Work with your ag rep to develop a plan that will provide the opportunity for the most energy savings and largest incentive.
4. Get a bid. Obtain an itemized estimated of the cost to modify or install your irrigation system from an irrigation equipment or pump dealer of your choice.
5. Apply for incentive. Work with your ag rep to complete the Custom Incentive Application and prepared supporting documentation including:
   • Itemized bid from your supplier for the project — existing or new irrigation system (indicate make, model and specifications of all equipment)
   • Irrigation system drawing including 1) location of pumps and water sources, 2) mainline sizes, lengths, types and locations, 3) elevations and 4) acres
   • Pump curve (noting number of stages and impeller diameter)
   • Topographical map of irrigation system area
   • Aerial map of irrigated acres
6. When the application and required documentation has been submitted, Idaho Power will calculate energy and demand savings for your installed irrigation system.  If your application is approved, Idaho Power will inform you of your estimated energy savings and corresponding estimated incentive payment. Once the system is installed, provide a copy of paid invoices to your ag rep. The ag rep will validate that the installed system matches the information provided in the application, and that the installed system complies with Idaho Power Utility Rules. Please refer to Idaho Power Rules and example Rule K-Harmonics for additional information on Oregon and Idaho Rules.  The mailed incentive check amount is based on the installed system.

    

Application will not be processed until all documentation is submitted

By submitting this application, you agree to comply with and be bound by the Irrigation Custom Incentive Terms and Conditions, as updated from time to time, available on Idaho Power’s website and incorporated by reference as if set forth herein. Hard copies of the Irrigation Custom Incentive Terms and Conditions will be provided upon request.

Menu Incentive

The menu incentive option pays you an incentive for the purchase of specific replacement parts and components for your existing irrigation system. The incentive varies by the sprinkler component or part incorporated into your sprinkler system.

For example, if you purchase new flow-control nozzles and all new gaskets for your irrigation system on 40 acres with two lines, each a quarter of a mile long, you would receive an incentive for $448 (64 nozzles x $5.00 = $320 + 64 gaskets x $2.00 = $128 for a total of $448). Incentives are limited to 100% of invoice cost and two measures per acre every three years.

Menu Incentive Application Process

1. Review the Irrigation Menu Efficiency Incentive Terms and Conditions. Irrigation Menu Efficiency is a different program than Irrigation Custom Efficiency and each program has its own Terms and Conditions.
2. Review sprinkler parts covered by the Menu Incentive to determine which apply to your system. If needed, an Idaho Power agriculture representative may help you.
3. Determine how many parts are needed to replace existing and worn sprinkler parts on your system. Purchase and install them on your irrigation system. All components are limited to two per acre, every three years.
4. Complete the Menu Incentive Application online and submit the invoices and application electronically to irrigation@idahopower.com
   OR mail the completed application (including invoices) to:

Receipts or invoices itemizing the sprinkler parts must accompany each application. Applicants have one year from the date of purchase to qualify components for a Menu Incentive.

5. Your incentive will be paid by check and sent directly to you after Idaho Power has determined, at its sole discretion, that you have complied with the Irrigation Menu Efficiency Incentive terms and conditions of the Irrigation Efficiency Rewards program.

Green Motors Program

Information on incentives for Green Motors Initiative (GMI) and qualifications can be found on the GMI page.