Save energy and money while making your home more comfortable and energy resilient.
Rebate offerings are dependent on available funding. Amounts and offerings may change at any time. Rebate amount is determined by the values listed on the RCEA webpage on the date a complete rebate reservation form is received (optional) or a complete application and all supplemental documents are received.
If you’d like to lower your energy bill, energy efficient equipment upgrades will save you energy, money, and will help create a more sustainable future for Humboldt County and the world. Small changes can make a big difference.
Contact an Energy Advisor to learn about all of RCEA’s service offerings including Residential Efficiency Kits, Heat Pump Rebates, EV Charger Rebates and more. Even if you have already started doing upgrades, you should still talk to an RCEA Energy Advisor because you may still qualify for rebates and services.
To reach an Energy Advisor:
- Call (707) 269-1700
- Submit an Interest Form
- Solicitud del Programa de Soluciones Energeticas
- Email rebates@redwoodenergy.org
Details
- Rebates are first-come, first-served while funding lasts.
- Rebates are subject to change at any time.
- The rebate amounts listed below are for current RCEA electric customers.
- Rebate awards are determined by the rebate amount listed below on the date your complete application and supplemental questionnaire with verification (when required) are received.
- Used or rebuilt equipment is not eligible.
- Replacement of an existing unit is not required except for Equipment Electrification rebates.
- You have the option to reserve your Equipment Rebate for 30 days by submitting the Equipment Rebate Reservation Form. Rebate reservations will honor the rebate award listed on the date of your reservation is made.
- If you are not an RCEA customer or are interested in rebates for equipment other than what is listed, please speak with an RCEA Energy Advisor to learn about other options or how you can opt back in to RCEA services and save money on your electric bill.
Statewide Rebates
- Smart thermostat: $75 Instant Rebates available at www.goldenstaterebates.com/goldenstaterebates/rebates/smart-thermostats. Golden State rebates cannot be combined with RCEA rebates for the same piece of equipment.
RCEA Residential Rebate Catalog – 2023
How to Apply
Terms and Conditions for Rebates
- Review the Terms and Conditions
Eligibility Criteria
To ensure rebate eligibility, review the eligibility criteria listed below for equipment before purchase. For questions about equipment eligibility, contact RCEA at rebates@redwoodenergy.org or 707-269-1700.
Optional Equipment Rebate Reservation
- If you would like to reserve your rebate for 30 days, fill out the Equipment Rebate Reservation
- Please submit it via email to rebates@redwoodenergy.org or mail to Redwood Coast Energy Authority, Attn: Equipment Rebates, 633 3rd Street, Eureka, CA 95501.
Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire– Required for Equipment Electrification Rebates
Equipment Rebate Application Process
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Complete, sign, and submit the Equipment Rebate Application through our website.
- Please upload a photo or scanned copy of your paid invoice/receipt listing the equipment purchased, quantities, cost, and date with your application submission.
- If you are replacing a natural gas or propane unit you must also fill out the Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire, save it to your computer, and upload it with your application.
- If you have questions or need clarification, please email rebates@redwoodenergy.org
- You will receive email confirmation that your submission was received within 3 business days. You will be notified of any missing information or documentation required to complete your submission.
- Once your application is approved you will receive a confirmation email along with confirmation of the total rebate amount.
- Rebate payments will be made by check and will be issued within 30 business days following application approval.
Alternative submission options
- Customers may download a PDF version of the application, fill it out/ sign, and submit it via email to rebates@redwoodenergy.org or mail to 633 3rd Street, Eureka, CA 95501. Be sure to include a copy of your invoice/receipt and the Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire if you are replacing a natural gas or propane unit.
- Customers may also call RCEA at 707-269-1700 to request a paper Rebate Application.
Formularios en español
Equipment Electrification
Replace existing natural gas or propane units with equipment specified below.
Measures in this section will require submission of the Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire with your application.
Residential Panel Upsize Add-On Rebate
| Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment being replaced used natural gas or propane. Must submit Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire and verification. The main electric panel and electric service connection has been upsized to 200 amps. The panel upsize was required for electrification upgrades | $500 | HP005 |
Details:
- Available as an Add-on Rebate to an approved Equipment Electrification Rebate for residential customers.
- Existing main residential electric panel has less than 200 amp capacity.
- Additions and new construction are not eligible.
- New upsized main residential electric panel and PG&E service connection has 200 amp capacity.
- Permit for panel replacement is required.
- Equipment must pass municipal inspections and be connected to the grid by PG&E.
- Limit 1 Panel Upsize Add-On Rebate per electric meter for all time.
- Customer has submitted a completed Electrification Supplemental Questionnaire and verification.
Electric Cooking Replacing Natural Gas or Propane
Details:
- Must replace and dispose of existing gas equipment
- The replacement equipment must have four or five burners (except wall oven)
| Existing Fuel | Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|
Replacing Natural Gas |
Induction Cooktop (built in, no oven) | $250 | AP013A |
| Electric Range with Induction Cooktop | $400 | AP013B | |
| Electric Resistance Wall Oven | $200 | AP013D | |
| Electric Range with Electric Resistance Cooktop | $150 | AP013C | |
|
Replacing Propane |
Induction Cooktop (built in, no oven) | $250 | AP015A-P |
| Electric Range with Induction Cooktop | $400 | AP015B-P | |
| Electric Resistance Wall Oven | $200 | RC001A | |
| Electric Range with Electric Resistance Cooktop | $150 | RC001B |
Heat Pump Clothes Dryer Replacing Gas
Details:
- Must replace and dispose of existing gas equipment
- Must be a Heat Pump Clothes dryer meeting the Energy Star Most Efficient criteria: www.energystar.gov
- Dryers can be standard or compact with any voltage.
| Description | Existing Fuel | Area | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|
ENERGY STAR Most Efficient Heat Pump Clothes Dryer |
Replacing Natural Gas |
Multifamiliy Common Area |
$450 | AP014I |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | $350 | AP014G | ||
| Replacing Propane | Multifamiliy Common Area | $450 | AP003R-P | |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | $350 | AP003H-P |
Combination Washer with Heat Pump Clothes Dryer Replacing Gas
Details:
- Washes and dries in a single machine using heat pump technology
- Must replace and dispose of existing washer and gas dryer
- Must be a Combination All-in-One Washer/Dryer meeting the Energy Star criteria: energystar.gov
- Unit must have a Dryer Combined Energy Factor (CEF) >= 4.50
| Description | Existing Fuel | Area | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Combination Washer/Heat Pump Dryer |
Replacing Natural Gas | Multifamily Common Area | $550 | AP014I-C |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | $450 | AP014G-C | ||
| Replacing Propane | Multifamily Common Area | $550 | AP003R-CP | |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | $450 | AP003H-CP |
Electric Clothes Dryer Replacing Natural Gas or Propane
Details:
- For Heat Pump Dryers, please see Heat Pump Clothes Dryer section above.
- Dryers can be standard or compact with any voltage.
- Energy Star certification: www.energystar.gov
| Description | Area | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replacing Natural Gas | Multifamily Common Area | $190 | AP003O-NG |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | $150 | AP003A-NG | |
| Replacing Propane | Multifamily Common Area | $190 | AP003O-P |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | $150 | AP003A-P |
Heat Pump Pool Heater Replacing Gas
Details:
- Must be replacing gas-fired pool heater
- Must meet minimum coefficient of performance (COP) of 5.5
- Multi-HP Pool Heaters are not eligible
| Description | Area | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replacing Natural Gas Pool Heater | Multifamily common area | $2000 | RE005B |
| Single family | $1000 | RE005A | |
| Replacing Propane Pool Heater | Multifamily common area | $2000 | RC002A |
| Single family | $1000 | RC002B |
Appliances
Choosing energy-efficient appliances on the market today can provide immediate savings on your utility bill. These rebates will support your selection of the most efficient equipment.
Replacement of existing equipment is only required where indicated.
Heat Pump Clothes Dryer Replacing Electric Clothes Dryer
Details:
- Must be a Heat Pump Clothes dryer meeting the Energy Star Most Efficient criteria: energystar.gov
- Dryers can be standard or compact with any voltage.
| Description | Area | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combination Washer/Heat Pump Dryer | Multifamily Common Area |
$450 | AP003R-C |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit |
$350 | AP003H-C |
Electric Clothes Dryer
Details:
- Dryers can be standard or compact with any voltage.
- Energy Star certified: www.energystar.gov
| Description | Area | Rebate | Rebate Code |
| ENERGY STAR Electric Clothes Dryer |
Multifamiliy Common Area | $100 | AP003O |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | $50 | AP003A |
Electric Clothes Washer
Details:
- Must be ENERGY STAR certified or rated ENERGY STAR Most-Efficient: www.energystar.gov meeting the requirements listed below.
- Combination washer-dryers and clothes washers with heated drying functionality are not eligible for rebates
- Capacity must be between 2.5 and 6.0 cubic feet to be eligible for rebate
| Washer Type | Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) | Integrated Water Factor (IWF) | Rebate | Area | Rebate Code |
| Top Loading | ≥ 2.06 | ≤ 4.3 | $50 | Multifamily Common Area | AP004H |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | AP004G | ||||
| Front Loading | ≥ 2.74 | ≤ 3.2 | $100 | Multifamily Common Area | AP004B |
| Single Family or Inside Dwelling unit | AP004A |
Coin Operated Clothes Washer
Details:
- Only available to Multifamily buildings for common use laundry areas
- Must be ENERGY STAR certified: www.energystar.gov
- Combination washer-dryers and clothes washers with heating/drying functionality are not eligible for rebates
- Capacity must be between 1.6 and 8.0 cubic feet to be eligible for rebates
- Units may be owner or leased
| Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|
| ENERGY STAR Rated, Coin Operated, Front loading | $500 | AP004E |
Room Air Cleaners
Details:
- Must be Energy Star certified: www.energystar.gov meeting the requirements listed below.
| Tier | Size | Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) / Watt | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Smoke-free CADR) | ||||
| Tier 1 | ≤150 | 2.5 – 3.1 | $10 | AP008G |
| >150 | 3.8 | $50 | AP008I | |
| Tier 2 | ≤150 | 3.8 – 4.7 | $20 | AP008J |
| >150 | 5.7 | $100 | AP008L |
Room Air Conditioner
Details:
- Packaged terminal air conditioners, portable air conditioners, room air conditioner models with electric resistance heat as the primary heat source, and dehumidifiers are not eligible.
- Must be ENERGY STAR certified: www.energystar.gov
| ENERGY STAR Tier | Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENERGY STAR Basic Tier | Efficient Room Air Conditioner, 10 kBtu | $15 | AP007A |
| ENERGY STAR Advanced Tier | Efficient Room Air Conditioner, 10 kBtu, +10% | $20 | AP007B |
| ENERGY STAR Connected Tier | Efficient Room Air Conditioner, 10 kBtu, Connected Tier | $50 | AP007C |
Refrigerator
Details:
- Must be a refrigerator with or without freezer meeting the Energy Star criteria or Energy Star MOST EFFICIENT Criteria: www.energystar.gov
| ENERGY STAR Tier |
Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|
| ENERGY STAR | $50 | AP001B |
| ENERGY STAR Most Efficient |
$100 | AP001AC |
Cooking Equipment Replacing Existing Electric
Details:
- Requires existing electric equipment. Existing equipment must be disposed of
- The replacement induction cooktop equipment must have four or five burners
| Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
|---|---|---|
| Induction Cooktop (built in, no oven) | $150 | AP015A |
| Electric Range with Induction Cooktop | $250 | AP015B |
Dishwashers
Details:
- Compact and Commercial dishwashers are not eligible (See Commercial Equipment rebate catalog for commercial dishwasher rebates)
- Must be an Energy Star certified: www.energystar.gov
| Description | Rebate | Rebate Code |
| <= 240 kWh estimated annual energy use (EAEU) | $100 | AP006C |
Heat Recovery Ventilation
Heat recovery ventilators and Energy Recovery Ventilators bring fresh air into a conditioned space and cycle out pollutants in stale air while also capture and exchanging the heat into the incoming air.
Details:
- Install an air-to-air heat recovery ventilator (HRV) unit that draws in fresh outside air, while exhausting stale, humid, air
- HRVs must meet the specifications listed in the HVI certified product directory.
- Building must not already have an HRV or ERV existing and being replaced.
| Description | Area | Specifications | Rebate | Rebate Code | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Heat Recovery Ventilation |
Tier 1: High-Efficiency | Single Family & Multifamily | 60% SRE and 65% ASRE, or above, and 0.70 W/cfm | $ 1,300 | HC054B |
| Tier 2: Best-in-Class | Multifamily | 86% SRE and 90% ASRE, or above, and 0.47 W/cfm | $ 1,600 | HC054C | |
| Single Family | 86% SRE and 90% ASRE, or above, and 0.56 W/cfm | $ 2,800 | HC054D |
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Heat Pumps
Upgrading your HVAC system can save energy, lower your utility bills, improve your home’s comfort and indoor air quality. When replacing electric resistance space heating, heat pumps can be up to four times more energy-efficient. Replacing a propane or natural gas heater is a great way to reduce the emissions from your household appliances and eliminate the need for refilling tanks.
Hot Water – Heat Pumps
Energy-efficient heat pump water heaters can help save energy and save money over the lifetime of the system. The latest electric heat pump water heaters can be up to three times more energy-efficient than standard electric ones, helping you save long-term. Newer models also let you customize your settings based on your lifestyle.
