Funding for these programs comes to Oregon thanks to the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). ODOE submitted our initial application for the home energy rebates to the U.S. DOE in March 2024. Now that the state has received the awards, ODOE can begin to finalize the programs’ design and start procuring and developing the program guidance, technology systems, coordinating agreements, and other materials necessary to launch two effective and well-run programs. ODOE expects that rebates will be available in spring 2026.
Programs Overview
HOMES: The Home Efficiency Rebate Program (also known as HOMES) will provide performance-based rebates for energy efficiency retrofits in single-family and multifamily homes. This can include installing more efficient equipment like a heat pump or on-demand water heater, weatherization measures like insulation or air sealing, smart thermostats, and more. HOMES rebates will be issued for projects that can provide at least 20 percent estimated energy savings, with higher incentives available for projects that could save 35 percent or more. HOMES rebate amounts will vary depending on the project scope, with rebates covering 50 to 100 percent of project costs up to $10,000 per project, depending on the household's income.
HEAR: The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate Program (also known as HEAR) will provide point-of-sale rebates to low- and moderate-income households to install eligible high-efficiency electric appliances and associated upgrades, as well as insulation and air sealing measures. HEAR Program participants could receive between 50 to 100 percent of project costs up to $14,000, depending on the energy upgrades completed and the household's income.
The
home energy rebates represent a significant investment in Oregon households –
particularly in low- and moderate-income households – as well as in the state’s
residential energy efficiency workforce. ODOE will ensure these programs are
designed to protect consumers and that funding is spent efficiently and effectively
in accordance with all state and federal laws and regulations.
Stakeholder Engagement
Updates on the Federal Home Energy Rebate Programs Webinar | May 8, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Please see our
full Program FAQs for additional information and
sign up to receive email updates about the programs and opportunities to get involved. Below are a few of the most frequently asked questions we've heard from interested Oregonians.
According to U.S. DOE program guidance, HEAR rebates can not be retroactively available to installations completed before the program launches.
For the HOMES program, per U.S. DOE program guidance, rebates will be allowable retroactively for projects completed after August 16, 2022 (the date of the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act) and before the program launches. However, retroactive projects will still need to comply with all program requirements, which we are still in the process of developing. Considering the complexity of the program and its requirements, ODOE does not recommend completing an installation before launch with the expectation of being able to receive a rebate. To learn more about federal retroactivity requirements, please refer to U.S. DOE's fact sheet.
We also do not recommend that households wait to accomplish essential home energy upgrades, and we encourage you to pursue other incentive options that are available to you now.
Rebate applications are not yet available. We are still in the process of developing the programs, and our plans need to be approved by the U.S. Department of Energy before we can release detailed program materials, forms, or other guidance.
ODOE has recently selected a vendor to begin developing a rebate management system that will include an online application portal. Until the application portal is released, all program information can be found on this website.
We recommend that folks begin their search for available incentives using Oregon's incentives finder, which is published on the Energy Hub for Incentives Programs and Projects in Oregon (the Energy HIPPO) and available at incentives.oregon.gov. This tool enables users to enter basic information about a home and household to receive a list of energy efficiency rebate programs that are likely available for that project.
We always recommend contacting your local energy utility, which can be found using this map. Many utilities offer rebate and incentive programs to customers for the installation of energy efficient technologies. If you are a customer of one of Oregon's investor-owned utilities (i.e., Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas, or Avista), these utility programs are collectively administered by Energy Trust of Oregon.
The State of Oregon also offers three heat pump programs:
- The Oregon Heat Pump Purchase Program offers heat pump rebates for homeowners, rental property owners, and new construction. ODOE opened the first round of funding in June 2025, with a second round planned for 2027. Please visit the website to determine if funding is available for your project and for a list of program-approved contractors.
- The Community Heat Pump Deployment Program distributes grant funds to regional administers, who in turn provide financial assistance to homeowners. Visit the website or view a handout to see more information on regional administrators and funding availability.
- The Oregon Rental Home Heat Pump Program offers rebates to install heat pumps in rental homes, and in recreational vehicles or manufactured homes in a rented space. ODOE's general program funding has been completely reserved, and the agency is only accepting applications for rental housing occupied by members of specific Tribes; please visit the program website for more information.
In addition to utility incentive programs, federal tax credits are available through the Inflation Reduction Act to support installation of energy efficient technologies. Although the IRA had made the tax credits available through December 31, 2032, Congress recently decided to terminate the program, and so tax credits will now only be available for installations completed through December 31, 2025. You can find more information about these tax credits on the Energy Star website, and the IRS website provides details on how to qualify. We recommend contacting a qualified tax professional to help you navigate any potential tax credits. ODOE encourages the following groups to consider leveraging the federal tax credits:
- Households above 150 percent Area Median Income, defined by household size at the county level. View tables for Oregon.
- Households with a tax burden (i.e., households expecting to owe federal income taxes when they file their annual tax return).
- Households that urgently need to replace old or broken equipment.
In addition, Oregon Housing and Community Services operates a low-income weatherization program that provides low-income households with home weatherization services that can increase energy savings and improve comfort. Find more information about the Weatherization Assistance Program on the program's website.
There are many other federal opportunities available to businesses, non-profits, Tribes, and residents in Oregon. While this list is not exhaustive, view a spreadsheet of opportunities ODOE is tracking.
At this time, we anticipate that rebates will be available to Oregonians in spring 2026, pending U.S. DOE's approval.
The U.S. DOE accepted ODOE's program application and awarded ODOE funds in September 2024. Since then, ODOE has continued developing the required plans and materials required. U.S. DOE must approve ODOE's final plans and materials prior to launching the programs.
We understand the excitement and anticipation around these programs in Oregon and are working hard to develop programs that are accessible and support a safe, equitable, clean, and sustainable future for Oregon. If you would like receive updates on our progress, we will continue to provide updateson this website, and you can also sign up to receive email updates.
ODOE will use two implementers to administer the HOMES and HEAR programs. Simply put, the state's implementers, Energy Trust of Oregon and Earth Advantage, will be responsible for processing rebates for both the HOMES and HEAR programs.
This work will also include processing installation incentives, verifying income, conducting education and outreach to contractors, retailers, distributors, utilities, and communities. The implementers will also partner with utilities and community-based organizations to help ensure widespread and equitable access to rebates.
Energy Trust of Oregon will implement the programs in investor-owned electric utility service areas, and Earth Advantage will implement the programs in consumer-owned electric and Idaho Power Company service areas.
To identify a utility service provider by address, please visit ODOE's “Find Your Utility" webpage. After launch, project applications will be automatically routed to the appropriate implementer, but anyone with questions, comments, or concerns may contact ODOE, Energy Trust, or Earth Advantage at any time.
Additional Background
On July 27, 2023, the HOMES and HEAR guidance was released by the U.S. DOE. These two programs will provide single-family and multifamily households with varying discounts for efficiency upgrades and rebates on high-efficiency home appliances and equipment. Although the application is not due until January 31, 2025, ODOE applied for both programs on March 27, 2024 and will prioritize rapidly deploying this program, while ensuring a thorough and efficient implementation design. The applications for these programs are the first of many steps necessary to launch these programs in Oregon.
ODOE has been awarded funding for these programs, and the agency is
continuing to develop the implementation blueprints.
Earth
Advantage has been selected to deliver rebates in consumer-owned
utility and Idaho Power Company service areas, and
Energy Trust of Oregon has
been selected to deliver rebates in investor-owned utility service
areas.