Rep. Carbajal Celebrates Launch of Federal Home Energy Rebate Program, Encourages Central Coast Families to Utilize New Cost-Savings to Lower Utility Bills and Energy CostsCalifornia’s new rebate program made possible by Inflation Reduction Act, which Rep. Carbajal helped get signed into law in previous term
Santa Barbara,
October 8, 2024
Today, Congressman Salud Carbajal (CA-24) is celebrating the launch of the first phase of California’s first federal Home Energy Rebates program to help lower utility bills and home energy costs for Central Coast residents. The rebate program launching today will make it cheaper for California residents to install energy cost-saving measures such as heat pumps, electrical panels, and insulation. The rebate program is made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act, the landmark climate law that Rep. Carbajal helped get signed into law in his previous term. “My number one priority in Congress is lowering the cost of living for Central Coast residents. That’s why I worked in 2022 to pass a landmark cost-savings law, the Inflation Reduction Act, to provide both tax incentives and direct rebates for Central Coast families looking to lower their energy costs,” said Rep. Carbajal. “We are already seeing the impact these incentives are having on the Central Coast, and the new programs launching today will help more families not only bring down their monthly bills, but also improve their quality of life and cut harmful pollution while they’re at it.” These rebates are projected by the U.S. Department of Energy to save American households up to $1 billion annually in energy costs and support an estimated 50,000 U.S. jobs in residential construction, manufacturing, and other sectors. California’s Home Energy Rebate Programs California’s Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program—one of two Federal Home Energy Rebate programs—will be overseen by the California Energy Commission, and the first phase will be implemented by TECH Clean California. To apply for the HEAR multifamily program, Californian building owners should visit https://techcleanca.com/heehrarebates/ “California has long been at the vanguard of combating climate change and advancing energy efficiency,” said U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy David M. Turk. “DOE is thrilled to provide nearly $300 million to California through the HEAR program. This investment will build upon California’s strong foundation, helping thousands of additional residents enjoy lower energy bills and cleaner air while strengthening our collective fight against climate change.” “Home energy rebates for clean and energy-efficient appliances and upgrades are good for the planet because they help cut pollution, but more importantly, they are good for Californians because they will save money by lowering energy bills,” said John Podesta, Senior Advisor to the President for International Climate Policy. “Congratulations to California for making these game-changing Inflation Reduction Act incentives available to their residents.” “California has led the way on saving people money while taking climate action,” said California Governor Gavin Newsom. “With the help of the Biden-Harris Administration and the historic Inflation Reduction Act, Californians can now get up to thousands of dollars to make the switch to energy efficient appliances. Saving money and fighting the climate crisis has never been easier.” “Electrifying and upgrading appliances is not just good for consumers’ wallets, but also for our planet,” said U.S. Senator Alex Padilla. “Thanks to the historic Inflation Reduction Act, the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates program will help working families switch to sustainable, energy-efficient appliances — from home HVAC systems to water heaters — lowering their electric costs, improving indoor air quality, and reducing harmful emissions.” “This program from DOE and CEC will make sure that California families can afford energy efficient appliances that will save them money on energy bills, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve the air quality in their homes,” said U.S. Senator Laphonza Butler. “I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration’s investment in making sure that families are equipped to adapt to our changing climate.” More rebates available soon: Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, eligible owners of single-family homes will be able to save up to the following amounts on ENERGY STAR-certified heat pump HVAC units: There also is a second Home Energy Rebates program that California will launch in 2025. Under the Home Efficiency Rebates program, eligible Californians can save money on retrofits that reduce whole-home energy consumption. Information on California’s first phase of the HEAR program can be found at the TECH Clean California website. For more information, visit www.energy.gov/save. |
