NC Department of Environmental Quality seeking feedback for home energy rebate programs

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is looking for feedback on two home energy rebate programs.

The state was allocated more than $208 million to assist low- and middle-income families in cutting energy costs through select home improvement projects. The federally funded rebates come as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act.

The first of two programs is called Homeowners Managing Efficiency Rebates, which includes projects like heat pump installations. Incentive levels will vary based on an applicant's income and could supplement up to 80% of costs.

Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates is the second program. It could help cover the purchase of things such as electric stovetops and clothes dryers.

The state will hold a virtual public session this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. to receive community input. The feedback will be used to determine priorities in implementing the programs.