Energy-Efficient Upgrades for Less
Redwood Coast Energy Authority offers rebates to help residents and businesses upgrade to energy-efficient appliances, heating systems, water heaters, and more. Whether you’re improving your home or enhancing your commercial space, our rebates make it easier to save on energy costs while supporting a sustainable future.
Now we connect our community to energy-saving rebates through our Northern Rural Energy Network.
How to Access Rebates
Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA) is proud to serve as the lead administrator of the Northern Rural Energy Network (NREN), a regional partnership bringing expanded energy efficiency programs and funding to rural Northern California.
As part of this effort, all rebate information is now available through our NREN website. This ensures customers have access to the most current programs, eligibility details, and application steps in one place.
Types of Available Rebates
Through our work with NREN, Humboldt County residents have access to a wide range of energy-saving rebates, including:
Heating & Cooling
Efficient electric heating and cooling heat pump systems improve comfort and reduce energy use.
Laundry Appliances
Save on efficient washers and dryers designed to use less energy and water.
Water Heating
Incentives for high-efficiency electric heat pump water heaters.
Home Insulation & Sealing
Rebates for installing ceiling insulation and air sealing to increase your home’s comfort.
Kitchen Appliances
Rebates for energy-efficient electric cooking and kitchen upgrades.
Heat Pump Pool Heaters
Rebates for high-efficiency electric heat pump pool heaters replacing natural gas units.
Bringing More Resources to Humboldt County
Through our leadership in the Northern Rural Energy Network, RCEA is bringing more energy efficiency funding and resources directly to Humboldt County. These programs are designed specifically for rural communities—helping local residents save energy, lower bills, and transition to cleaner technologies.
Income-qualified applicants are eligible for higher rebate amounts. Applicants must provide proof of participation in any of the following income-qualified assistance programs within the last 12 months:
- California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE)
- Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA)
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- CalFresh/SNAP (Food Stamps)
- CalWORKs (TANF) or Tribal TANF
- Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Medi-Cal for Families (Healthy Families A & B)
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
- Medicaid/Medi-Cal
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Coming Soon: Commercial Equipment Incentives
Commercial equipment incentives are paused as we design new offerings to launch later this year. Check back here for updates!
Need Help?
Contact Redwood Coast Energy Authority
While rebate applications and program details are now under our Northern Rural Energy Network banner, NREN services are delivered in Humboldt County by RCEA staff, who are available to support you every step of the way! Contact us to get help understanding available rebates, find out what programs you qualify for, or to receive guidance before you apply.