
OHIO STATE INCENTIVES
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Union Rural Electric Cooperative in Ohio offers commercial customers a rebate of up to $250 per Level 2 EV charging station installed at a commercial property. Customers may apply for up to six (6) rebates per non-residential building/facility. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis and applications are accepted for installed charging through June 30, 2025.
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The City of Westerville PowerUp Commercial EVSE Program offers a $4,000 rebate for approved dual port Level 2 and DC Fast charging stations installed at eligible workplace, retail, hotel, institutional, industrial and multi-family properties. The Rebate shall not exceed 100% of the project cost, or $4,000 per dual port EV charging station, or $8,000 per site, whichever is less.
Ohio EV Charging Incentives for Multifamily Properties

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AEP Ohio's High Efficiency for Low-income Program (HELP) offers energy efficiency upgrades to eligible customers, including those in multifamily dwellings. While primarily focused on residential customers, multifamily property owners may find applicable opportunities for lighting upgrades by contacting AEP Ohio.
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The City of Cincinnati offers a Matching Grant Program for owners of multifamily buildings (2 or more units) located within the city. Grants are available up to $5,000 per building, per quarter, to incentivize and double the impact of energy efficiency upgrades, including lighting improvements. This program aims to reduce energy consumption and enhance the comfort of residents.
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Columbia Gas of Ohio offers a Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program that provides rebates for energy-efficient upgrades in commercial buildings, including multifamily properties. While specific information about outdoor lighting rebates is not detailed, the program supports various energy-saving measures to reduce overall energy consumption and costs.
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Duke Energy offers a Multifamily Energy Efficiency Program designed to help residents in multifamily properties save energy and money. While specific details about outdoor lighting incentives are not provided, the program includes various energy-saving solutions that may encompass lighting upgrades. Property owners can explore available options by visiting Duke Energy's official website.
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FirstEnergy's Ohio utilities (Ohio Edison, The Illuminating Company, and Toledo Edison) offer a Commercial Lighting Program that provides incentives for the installation of high-efficiency lighting equipment and controls for retrofit/renovation projects of current facilities and also for new construction projects. This program aims to help businesses reduce energy consumption and lower operating costs.
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The Home Energy Savings Program, administered by the Ohio Department of Development, provides rebates for energy efficiency retrofits in multifamily buildings. Rebates range from $2,000 to $4,000 for individual households and up to $400,000 for multifamily buildings. These rebates can help offset the costs of upgrading outdoor lighting fixtures to more energy-efficient options.
Ohio Lighting Upgrade Incentives for Multifamily Properties