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Deals/rebates/incentives

Database of State Incentives for Renewable and Efficiency www.dsireusa.org/incentives/index.cfm?re=1&ee=1&spv=0&st=0&srp=1&state=WA


Federal Tax Credits

The Federal Recovery Act offers tax breaks for home improvements and automobiles www.energy.gov/taxbreaks.htm


State Rebates

Purchase an eligible ENERGY STAR appliance, such as a refrigerator, dishwasher or washing machine and earn a cash rebate. Washington state residential consumers are eligible. www.cashforapplianceswa.com/index.html


King County/Seattle Built Green Grants

The King County/Seattle Built Green Incentive provides funding for single-family residential and community development projects to help offset the cost of certifying and designing innovative green projects throughout Seattle and King County. Eligible single-family homes and townhomes may receive up to $10,000, while multi-family and community development projects may receive up to $20,000 http://your.kingcounty.gov/solidwaste/greenbuilding/residential-incentives.asp


Utility Programs & Rebates

Puget Sound Energy customers can receive rebates & incentives. www.pse.com/solutions/foryourhome/Pages/rebatesOnAllRebates.aspx

Seattle City Light will help replace your electric resistance heat with a ductless heat pump. www.seattle.gov/light/Conserve/dhp/default.asp

WashWise Clothes Washer Rebate program www.washwiserebate.com/

Rebates and discounts on washers, toilets, and sprinkler systems for residents of Seattle and several King County cities www.savingwater.org

Seattle City Light Home Energy Audit www.seattle.gov/light/conserve/hea

Seattle City Light is partnering with Microsoft to provide customers a free online application called Hohm that analyzes users' energy data, home features and appliances then provides personalized energy saving recommendations. www.seattle.gov/light/conserve/hohm/

Puget Sound Energy customers can get information on energy efficiency programs and promotions from PSE Energy Advisors. www.pse.com/solutions/forbusiness/Pages/EnergyAdvisors.aspx

Puget Sound Energy's HomePrint is a comprehensive, in-home, evaluation of your everyday energy use. www.pse.com/solutions/foryourhome/Pages/HomePrint.aspx


Low-Income Weatherization

Seattle homeowners and rental property owners can get free weatherization services if they meet income qualifications www.seattle.gov/housing/HomeWise/default.htm


Energy Production Incentive

If you generate electricity from solar power, wind power or anaerobic digesters, you may qualify for production incentives of $0.12 to $0.54 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), capped at $5,000 per year for individuals, businesses, and local governments. http://web.me.com/green_island_trust/Northwest_Solar_Center/Incentive_chart.html

PSE Renewable Energy Advantage Program https://www.pse.com/solutions/foryourhome/pages/customerRenewableGen.aspx?tab=2&chapter=1


Resources for more information

Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency www.dsireusa.org/incentives/index.cfm?re=1&ee=1&spv=0&st=0&srp=1&state=WA

Washington State University Energy Extension Program www.energy.wsu.edu/

King County Eco-Cool Remodel Tool http://your.kingcounty.gov/solidwaste/ecoconsumer/eco-remodel.asp

Compare Heating Fuel Costs www.seattle.gov/light/conserve/resident/homeheating/cv5_fcc.asp

City of Seattle Green Home Remodel Guide series www.seattle.gov/dpd/GreenBuilding/SingleFamilyResidential/Resources/RemodelingGuides/default.asp

City of Seattle Do It Yourself Energy Audit Guide www.seattle.gov/dpd/static/DIYweb_LatestReleased_DPDP016083.pdf