More information about how to take advantage of the energy-saving provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), courtesy of Jamie Wine, Clean Energy Program Manager of the Green Built Alliance.
WATCH: Jamie's presentation at our Aug. 2 program
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality: Updates for the implementation of IRA home efficiency rebates in North Carolina. People with incomes that are between 0% and 150% of area median income (AMI) are eligible for these rebates.
Rewiring America IRA Savings Calculator: Use their calculator to determine your "checking account" for energy improvements for your home and vehicle. This website also contains lots of information and is updated regularly.
DIY Energy-Savings Tips: A downloadable pdf with tips and strategies you can use right now to start saving energy.
Income-Qualified Programs: These programs are available to people who make 200% of the federal poverty guidelines or below (defined as $60,000 for a family of four). From these programs you also are able to access resources for home safety repairs, smoke detectors and Duke Energy Income Qualified programs.
Duke Energy Progress Efficiency Programs: Duke customers qualify for these programs now - including renters. Jamie suggests starting with the Home Energy House Call first, but you can do all of them at the same time.
Residential Programs:
- Home Energy House Call: This program is free. Get a custom look at ways you can save on energy costs in your home.
- EnergyWise Home: Duke will pay you for the ability to lower your electricity usage during peak demand times.
- Smart $aver: See if you qualify for rebates for home energy improvements.
- Retail - in-store savings: Duke immediately pays a portion of the cost for a selection of smart-home devices.
- Online energy efficiency store: Immediate discounts on energy-saving smart devices.
Business Programs:
- Small Business Energy Saver: Up to 80% savings on upgrades, paid upfront by Duke.