GO GREEN!

Under the Cash for Appliances program, each state and U.S. territory is allocated funds to design and administer its own rebate program. Each state's rebate program is different so please use the links below for more information and eligibility requirements. 

Appliances will vary but usually include include one or more of the following:

• Refrigerators
• Freezers
• Washers
• Dryers
• Dishwashers
• Room air conditioners

Rebate amounts also will vary by state.  *Major appliances are excluded from the program in Indiana, Oregon, Pennsylvania and New Hampshire. 

See the terms of all approved Cash for Appliances rebate programs by state.

Additional incentives 
Other incentives on energy-efficient products may be available to you, for a complete listing visit the ENERGY STAR Web site

TAX CREDIT MAKES WOOD STOVES AND FIREPLACE INSERTS MORE AFFORDABLE

Earn up to a $1,500 Tax Credit When Purchasing a Clean, Green Heating Appliance

Arlington, VA (September 21, 2009) - As temperatures fall and thoughts turn to warding off the approaching cold weather, Americans have more incentive than ever to install a new wood or pellet-burning stove. That's because homeowners can save significantly thanks to a federal consumer tax credit designed to encourage energy-conscious purchases.  It can cover 30 percent of the cost of clean, fuel-efficient stoves and fireplace inserts, up to a maximum credit of $1,500.

"Fall is here, and most families will be looking for ways to cut their home heating bills," said Jack Goldman, president of the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA). "Fireplaces and stoves have always been a great option for saving money because they reduce energy costs and add value to homes.  But with this new tax credit, there's never been a better time to buy."

How it Works

The tax credit - which can lower your tax bill on a dollar-for-dollar basis - applies to stoves or fireplace inserts purchased between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010 that:

• Burn a biomass fuel source like wood or renewable pellets
• Will be installed during the eligibility period in an existing principal residence, not a newly constructed house or vacation home
• Meet a minimum 75% efficiency rating as certified by the manufacturer

Purchasers of qualifying stoves and inserts can claim the credit on their federal tax return.  These consumers should save their receipt and the manufacturer's certification that states the appliance they purchased is eligible.  Installation and venting costs are included in calculating the credit's total value, as long as professional installation is required for the proper and safe operation of the stove.

Get the Facts

• Tax Credit FAQ.  Get answers to commonly asked questions about how the credit works, what qualifies and how much you can save.
• Wood vs. Pellet.  Learn the difference between appliances that use these two efficient and eco-friendly fuel sources.
• Fuel Efficiency Calculator. Home experts estimate that stoves and inserts can reduce annual heating costs by 20 to 40 percent. To help consumers evaluate their options, HPBA developed an online calculator that approximates annual savings depending on your home's current heating source and the fuel you select.

"This tax credit offers consumers the best-yet opportunity to control home heating costs and support renewable energy," said Jack Goldman. "Today's stoves and inserts not only provide efficient heat, but are also environmentally friendly - and the tax credit makes them extremely affordable".

Tax credit only applies to energy improvements installed in 2009 – anything before then is not applicable.

The tax credit covers up to 30% of the total installed cost, both labor and material for improvements to your home such as stoves and fireplaces. You can use this credit for 2009 and 2010 but the Federal Tax Credit has a lifetime cap of $1,500. Therefore once you reach the $1,500 limit you can no longer apply for the credit.

In order to apply for this energy tax credit you will need to save your receipts and manufacturer certification for tax record keeping purposes. Improvements made in 2009 will be claimed on your 2009 taxes (filed April 15, 2010) IRS Tax Form 5695.