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DOE: Home Efficiency Rebates Retroactivity Fact Sheet and Eligibility Checklists
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) developed this optional resource in relation to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, which established the Home Efficiency Rebates, which operates under the umbrella of the Home Energy Rebates.
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State Requirements for Providing Retroactive Rebates
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) developed this optional resource in relation to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, which established the Home Efficiency Rebates, which operates under the umbrella of the Home Energy Rebates.
Per the IRA, retrofits begun on or after Aug. 16, 2022, that meet Home Efficiency Rebates program requirements qualify to receive a rebate.2
As stated in Section 3.1.2 of DOE’s Program Requirements and Application Instructions, states must provide rebates for projects that:
- are initiated on or after Aug. 16, 2022
- meet all DOE requirements within the requirements document, and
- meet any additional state requirements.
Related Resources
DOE: HOMES Sample Application Responses and Guidance
This document provides example responses and additional guidance to assist states in applying for and implementing the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Rebate Program.
BPA: Home Energy Rebates in the Inflation Reduction Act Fact Sheet
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 invests $8.8 billion in Home Energy Rebates via two programs: the Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) and the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEEHR).
DOE: IRA Home Efficiency Rebates Request for Proposal (RFP) Guidance
DOE's Request for Proposal guidance provides recommended components for states to include in their competitive solicitations for HOMES program implementation.