Home energy rebates update
$165 million ask would fund energy efficiency rebates for low to moderate income households
Commerce is pleased to announce that we have submitted Washington state’s funding applications to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program and Whole Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) program.
The programs are funded through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). DOE approved the award for the IRA HEAR program and is currently reviewing the IRA HOMES application.
Commerce applied for over $165 million to fund rebates for low to moderate-income Washington households to help pay for energy-efficient appliances and energy-saving retrofits for their homes. Washingtonians living in multifamily buildings are also eligible for rebates.
Energy retrofits may cover:
- Electric wiring
- Electric panel upgrade
- Insulation
- Air sealing
- Ventilation
- Appliances
- Heat pumps
- General weatherization measures
Energy-efficient appliance rebates may cover
- Heat pumps for HVAC
- Induction stoves
- Heat pump dryers
This federal application is a multi-phase effort for states. Washington anticipates completing the final application phase in the fall of this year.
Future public information and webinars planned
Commerce is designing outreach efforts which will include public webinars to educate Washington state residents about the upcoming rebate programs.
Subscribe to our mailing list for program updates and webinar information. If you have questions, please email us at HomeRebates@Commerce.wa.gov
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