About the Home Energy Rebates
On Aug. 16, 2022, President Joseph R. Biden signed the landmarkInflation Reduction Act, which provides nearly $400 billion to support clean energy and address climate change, including$8.8 billion for the Home Energy Rebates.
These rebates — which include theHome Efficiency RebatesandHome Electrification and Appliance Rebates — will put money directly back in the hands of American households. The rebates can help you save money on select home improvement projects that can lower your energy bills.
DOE estimates these rebates will save households up to $1 billion annually on energy bills and support over 50,000 U.S. jobs.
Learn about how the program can help you.
Program Updates
Home Energy Rebates are not yet available, but DOE expects many states and territories to launch their programs in 2024.Our tracker shows which states and territories have applied for and received funding.
Households looking for assistance today may be eligible for other federal programs, includingtax creditsor theWeatherization Assistance Program.
DOE’sOffice of State and Community Energy Programs(SCEP) hasreleased applications for states and territoriesto apply for program funding. SCEP has alsoreleased application materials for Tribes.
If you’re interested in learning more about the rebates, consider attending one of our webinars.Upcoming and archived webinars are available here.
Relevant Links
- Weatherization Assistance Program
- ENERGY STAR — Information on Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
- Environmental Protection Agency Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund
- White House Clean Energy for All Initiative
- Making Our Homes More Efficient: Clean Energy Tax Credits for Consumers
Status of State Applications
View the status of each state and territory in applying for and receiving their funding.
Email Updates
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For questions or comments:
State, territorial, Tribal, and District of Columbia energy offices; rebate program implementers; industry, research and advocacy organizations; and general contractors: Visit our form.
Homeowners, consumers and other stakeholders: EmailIRAHomeRebates@hq.doe.gov.
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The U.S. Department of Energy's Karen Zelmar explains the Inflation Reduction Act's Home Energy Rebates programs, and their top energy savings goals.
Video courtesy of the U.S. Department of Energy
Latest News
DOE Releases New Sample Responses for Implementation Blueprint Plans, Updates Calculator Tool
June 5, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy requires states, territories and Tribes to submit implementation blueprint plans for their Home Energy Rebate programs.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces First State in Nation to Launch Historic Home Energy Rebates Program to Lower Families' Utility Bills
May 30, 2024
New York is First State to Get Rebates to Families Thanks to President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda
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DOE Releases New and Updated Resources for States, Territories and Tribes
May 23, 2024
DOE has released several new and updated resources to help states, territories and Tribes apply for and implement their Home Energy Rebate programs.
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DOE Issues Bill of Rights to Protect Consumers
May 14, 2024
To help keep consumers informed and equipped with resources, DOE has released a Consumer Bill of Rights framework.
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Maine and Wisconsin Submit Funding Applications, Taking Next Steps Toward Launching Rebates
May 8, 2024
Two more states — Maine and Wisconsin — have submitted their grant applications to the U.S. Department of Energy for the Home Efficiency Rebates and Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates programs.
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DOE Releases Updated Data and Tools Requirements and Other Resources
May 2, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy has issued a revised Data and Tools Requirements Guide for the Home Energy Rebates.
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DOE Releases Comms and Marketing Toolkit
April 29, 2024
DOE is providing program administrators and other stakeholders with a toolkit to inform and educate the public about the Home Energy Rebate programs.
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ENERGY STAR Proposes Updated Furnace Specification
April 24, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed an update to the ENERGY STAR specification for oil and gas furnaces to increase efficiency requirements.
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DOE Releases New Application, Design, and Implementation Resources
April 8, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released several new resources to help state, territorial, and Tribal energy offices (SEOs) apply for, design, and implement their Home Energy Rebates programs.
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DOE Issues Remaining Tribal Application Resources
March 25, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy is issuing new and revised resources for Tribes to apply for their Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) funding.
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New Mexico First to Apply for Both Home Energy Rebate Programs
March 18, 2024
By submitting its application for Home Efficiency Rebates funding, New Mexico has become the first state in the country to apply for both Home Energy Rebate programs.
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DOE Publishes Outreach, Technical Assistance, and Application Resources
March 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released several resources to help state and territorial energy offices (SEOs) apply for and implement the Home Energy Rebates.
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DOE Releases Best Practices to Protect Consumers from Fraudulent Claims
February 29, 2024
DOE has released comprehensive best practices outlining actions DOE and state energy offices (SEOs) can take to help consumers avoid fraudulent claims.
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Wisconsin, Other States Make Progress Toward Delivering Cost-Saving Benefits of Home Energy Rebates to Residents
February 23, 2024
In the coming weeks, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will work with Wisconsin and other states to help them get the funding they need to launch their Home Energy Rebate programs.
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DOE Sets Deadline for States and Territories to Apply for Early Administrative Funding
February 22, 2024
DOE has set a deadline of May 31, 2024, for state and territorial energy offices (SEOs) to apply for Home Energy Rebates early administrative funding.
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New and Revised Technical Assistance Documents Available for States and Territories
February 15, 2024
DOE has released several new resources to help state and territorial energy offices (SEOs) apply for and implement the Home Energy Rebates.
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DOE Posts New Program Implementation Documents, Updates FAQs
January 25, 2024
DOE has posted new resources for states and territories, including new program implementation documents and FAQ updates.
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First Group of States Apply for Landmark Home Energy Rebates Funding to Lower Energy Costs
January 17, 2024
Four states — California, Hawaii, New Mexico and New York — are the first to submit funding applications for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Home Energy Rebates program, a historic $8.8 billion investment to lower costs for American families through energy efficiency and electrification thanks to President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act.
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DOE Offers New Technical Assistance Resources to Help States and Territories
December 8, 2023
DOE released new resources to help state and territorial energy offices apply for and implement their Home Efficiency Rebates program under the Inflation Reduction Act's Home Energy Rebates.
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DOE Provides States and Territories with Retroactive Rebate Resource, Updates FAQs
November 28, 2023
DOE released a retroactive rebate fact sheet and checklists to help state and territorial energy offices implementing the Home Efficiency Rebates.
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DOE Offers Tribes $225 Million in Rebates for Home Electrification and Appliances
November 17, 2023
DOE released application guidelines for Tribal governments to apply for $225 million in funding under the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate program.
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DOE Improves Guidance for States to Simplify and Expedite Rebate Rollouts
October 13, 2023
To respond to consumer demand and feedback from state energy programs, the U.S. Department of Energy has issued updated guidance for states applying for Home Energy Rebates funding.
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Empowering the Hispanic Community Through Home Energy Rebates and Training
September 15, 2023
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it's important to recognize how these rebates can profoundly benefit the Hispanic community, alleviating energy burdens and promoting equitable energy consumption.
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Fortaleciendo a la Comunidad Hispana Mediante Programas de Reembolso de Energía para el Hogar
September 15, 2023
Al celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, es importante comprender cómo estos reembolsos pueden beneficiar profundamente a la comunidad hispana, aliviando el agobio del consumo de energía y promoviendo un consumo equitativo.
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La administración de Biden–Harris inicia solicitudes para que los estados y territorios implementen USD 8.5 mil millones destinados a Programas de Reembolso de Energía para el Hogar, como parte de la agenda de inversiones de Estados Unidos
August 16, 2023
Bidenomics ahorrará a los americanos hasta $1 mil millones anuales en costos de energía y respaldará más de 50,000 empleos.
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Fondos para programas de eficiencia en el consumo de energía en el hogar y reembolsos para el acceso de funcionarios estatales en el área de energía
August 3, 2023
DOE puso en marcha un nuevo sistema de fondos para que funcionarios estatales en el área de energía diseñen e implementen dos nuevos programas de reembolso relacionados con el consumo de energía en el hogar.
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Funds for Home Energy Efficiency and Rebate Programs Ready for State Energy Officials to Access
July 28, 2023
The Department of Energy set in motion groundbreaking funding for state energy officials to design and implement two new programs targeted at helping eligible homeowners take part in home energy efficiency upgrades and home rebates programs.
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Biden Harris Administration Opens Applications For States And Territories To Implement $8.5 Billion For Home Energy Rebates As Part Of Investing In America Agenda
July 27, 2023
Bidenomics to Save Americans Up to $1 Billion Annually in Energy Costs and Support Over 50,000 U.S. Jobs By Funding States and Territories to Develop Programs for Affordable Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades
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Biden- Harris Administration Announces $150 Million for States to Train Residential Energy Efficiency Contractors Through Investing in America
July 17, 2023
State-Based Home Energy Efficiency Contractor Training Grants Through President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act Will Offer Education and Certification to Workers, Improve Residential Energy Efficiency, Save Consumers Money, and Advance America’s Clean
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DOE Supporting States to Pave the Way for Upcoming Home Energy Rebates Programs
March 23, 2023
On March 23, the Administrative and Legal Requirements Document (ALRD) was posted for the Home Energy Rebates Programs, detailing how states may access funds to hire staff, prepare their workforce, and engage with constituents.
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Provide Input on Inflation Reduction Act Home Energy Rebates Program Design
January 18, 2023
Share your feedback to create program guidance for rebate programs that will save an estimated $1 billion.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces State And Tribe Allocations For Home Energy Rebate Program
November 2, 2022
DOE Estimates Inflation Reduction Act’s Direct Consumer Rebates to Save Consumers $1 Billion Annually as Electric Appliances Become More Affordable
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Apprentices “Earn While They Learn” to Build a Clean Energy Future
November 15, 2022
With the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), apprentices will play a critical role in strengthening our nation’s infrastructure and achieving a bright energy future.
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Inflation Reduction Act Invests in U.S. Science Leadership
November 4, 2022
Through this historic act, the Office of Science received an additional $1,550,000,000 in Fiscal Year 2022 funding. These unprecedented investments will accelerate ongoing upgrades to critical facilities and other national laboratory infrastructure projec
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $250 Million Investment From Inflation Reduction Act For Domestic Heat Pump Manufacturing
November 2, 2022
DOE Seeks Input on Best Uses of Defense Production Act Authority to Bolster American Clean Energy Manufacturing and Strengthen National Security, Announces Additional Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge Partner Successes
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