State Level Rebates

According to a Department of Energy Press Release dated 7/14/2009, many states will be providing extra money in the form of rebates for homeowners who want to upgrade their appliances to newer, more energy efficient models. Source: http://www.energy.gov/news2009/7634.htm

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced the availability of nearly $300 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for state-run rebate programs for consumer purchases of new ENERGY STAR® qualified home appliances. The new program underscores the Obama Administration’s commitment to make American homes more energy efficient, while helping to support the nation’s economic recovery. “Appliances consume a huge amount of our electricity, so there’s enormous potential to both save energy and save families money every month,” said Secretary Chu. “These rebates will help families make the transition to more efficient appliances, making purchases that will directly stimulate the economy and create jobs.”

The states will submit their plans in August and their final participation requirements in October. After that, we should see some new programs providing incentives for more energy efficient appliances. THEN, you will have NO excuse. The Federal Government is already proving a huge tax break up to $1,500 for installing efficient appliances and add to that state incentives and the units will practically pay for themselves! Who said staying cool was expensive?