Reimbursement up to 75% of project costs, up to $40,000 per project
This customizable rebate is for projects that improve water-use efficiency in commercial, industrial, institutional and multi-family properties. Tampa Bay Water Wise and the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) have partnered to provide up to 75% of project costs, up to $40,000 per project.
Eligible projects include, but are not limited to:
Toilet, showerhead and plumbing fixture replacements
High efficiency restaurant equipment
Irrigation system modifications
Weather stations for irrigation control
Cooling tower modifications and pretreatment systems
High efficiency commercial/industrial processing equipment
What are the benefits?
Saving money on utility bills and operating expenses
Reducing project costs through reimbursements
Protecting Florida’s water resources
Demonstrating environmental stewardship and leadership
Application Process
Step 1: Determine your water source. • If potable water from Pasco, Pinellas or Hillsborough counties or the cities of New Port Richey, St. Petersburg or Tampa, then your eligible for up to 75% of costs, up to $40,000 through the WISE partnership funding. • If potable water from another utility, or well, surface, pond water, then your eligible for up to 50% of costs, up to $20,000 through the District’s WISE Program.
Step 3: Contact Josh Madden at (352) 796-7211, ext. 4197, or Josh.Madden@WaterMatters.org for project questions and guidance to ensure maximum reimbursement.
Step 4: Calculate water savings and obtain a written quote from a contractor.
Step 5: Submit application found in the WISE Program Applicant Handbook to Josh Madden one to two months prior to project start.
Step 6: District will review application in coordination with TBWW. A pre-approval site inspection may be required. District staff will guide applicants through the process to ensure maximum reimbursement. Approval takes 1 -2 months.
Please Note:
Hardware, labor, installation, design and software subscriptions are eligible expenses.
Depending on proposed project cost, one or two quotes may be required.
Project must receive approval before expenditures begin.
Funding will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Projects must be completed within one year of the awarded date.