Appliance Rebate Program
The rebates for new Energy Star certified refrigerators, dishwashers, hot water heaters and other appliances are funded by South Carolinas share of the $300 million in federal stimulus funds being distributed to each state for appliance rebates beginning March 31, 2010. Rebates will not be retroactive they will only apply to purchases made after the program launches. A total of $3.9 million will be available in South Carolina for rebates.
For appliances bought in a store, the rebate will be applied instantly when the customer goes to the register. Installers of whole-house equipment such as water heaters and HVAC systems will reserve rebates online and then provide customers with mail-in forms. An electronic system will track each rebate issued.
Clip art does not necessarily represent products included in the stimulus appliance rebate program.
Rebate levels were determined based upon the cost difference between a standard and an Energy Star appliance. Energy Star qualified appliances incorporate advanced technologies that use 10 - 15 percent less energy and water than standard models.
The rebates will be available only to South Carolina residents making purchases from South Carolina stores or contractors. The program will start March 31, 2010 and will continue until all funds are exhausted.
Customers who purchase a new appliance must turn in the old item. Stores and contractors participating in the rebate program must agree to recycle all old appliances in accordance with standard industry practice. Recycling is required to ensure that inefficient appliances are removed from the power grid.
| Products to be Rebated | Rebate Level ($) |
| Clothes washers | $100 |
| Dishwashers | $50 |
| Refrigerators | $50 |
| Room Air Conditioning Units | $50 |
| Central Air Conditioning Units | $200 |
| Air Source Heat Pump | $500 |
| Gas Furnace | $500 |
| Gas-Condensing Water Heater | $400 |
| Electric Heat Pump Water Heater | $400 |
| Hi-Efficiency Gas Storage Water Heater | $100 |
| Hi-Performance Gas Storage Water Heater | $200 |
| Gas Tankless Water Heater | $400 |
| Solar Electric Water Heater | $400 |
| Solar Gas Water Heater | $400 |
For general questions pertaining to this program as well as more information about participating as a retailer or contractor, please contact:
Rebecca Griggs
Appliance Rebates Coordinator
803-737-8326
rgriggs@energy.sc.gov
Energy Star Website