Sec. 45.88.090. Definitions.

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(a)In AS 45.88.010 — 45.88.090,

(1)“alternative energy system”

(A)means a source of thermal, mechanical or electrical energy that is not dependent on oil or gas or a nuclear fuel for the supply of energy for space heating and cooling, refrigeration and cold storage, electrical power, mechanical power, or the heating of water;

(B)includes

(i)an alternative energy property as defined by 26 U.S.C. 48(a)(3)(A) (Sec. 301, P.L. 95-618, Internal Revenue Code);

(ii)a method of architectural design and construction that provides for the collection, storage, and use of direct radiation from the sun;

(iii)a woodstove that complies with the provisions of 40 C.F.R. 60.530;

(iv)a steam, hot water, or ducted hot air central heating system that uses wood or coal for fuel; and

(v)a high efficiency wood pellet or grain stove;

(C)does not include

(i)a stove that uses only coal or oil for fuel; or

(ii)a fireplace or fireplace insert;

(2)“commercial building”

(A)means a building that is intended to be used for commercial purposes;

(B)does not include

(i)a residential structure or mobile home that contains one to four family housing units; or

(ii)individual units of condominiums or cooperatives;

(3)“energy conservation improvement” means

(A)structural insulation;

(B)thermal windows and doors;

(C)a furnace replacement burner designed to achieve a reduction in the amount of fuel consumed as a result of increased combustion efficiency;

(D)a device for modifying flue openings designed to increase the efficiency of operation of the heating system;

(E)an electrical or mechanical furnace ignition system that replaces a gas pilot light;

(F)an automatic energy-saving setback thermostat;

(G)a meter that displays the cost of energy usage;

(H)caulking and weather-stripping of doors and windows;

(I)insulating shades and shutters;

(J)air and water recuperators.

(b)[Renumbered as AS 45.88.010 (d).]

Article 2. Residential Energy Conservation Fund.