NJ Increases Summer Rebates for Energy-Star Appliances

When you save energy in your home, you lower your electric bills. When you save energy in your New Jersey home this summer using Energy Star appliances, you really save some money. That’s because the Clean Energy Program in New Jersey recently announced that they will be offering new summer rebates to people who use Energy Star appliances in their homes. The funding for the rebates comes from The American Recovery and Reinvestment act which is federal stimulus funding that the state received.

If you’re in need of any of the following appliances then you may want to get one before August 31^st so that you can get the rebate:

• Central air conditioning. Lower your electricity bills immediately this summer with a more efficient central air conditioning system. Plus get a rebate for as much as $600!


• Dishwasher. If you need to get a new dishwasher then it’s definitely smart to get an Energy Star dishwasher. For the maximum rebate of $50, get a model that uses less than 5 gallons of water per cycle and less than 307 kWh per year. Rebates of $25 are available for slightly less energy-efficient models of Energy Star dishwashers.


• Washing machine. Once again, getting the most energy-efficient model of an Energy Star washing machine will allow you to get a full rebate of $50. Less efficient models may still garner you a rebate of $35.


• Dehumidifer. If you need to a dehumidifer for your home this summer then make sure you get one that’s Energy Star rated so that you can get the $25 rebate that is being offered through the program.


• Refrigerator. Your refrigerator is one of the biggest energy-drainers in your home. Save money on your electricity bills by getting a more energy-efficient fridge. You’ll also get a good rebate, too. The most energy-efficient models give you $100 back and other models get you $75. Plus you can get another $50 for recycling your old refrigerator at no charge (including free pick-up).

Remember that the rebate isn’t the only reason that getting a new Energy Star appliance makes sense. These appliances are designed to reduce energy in the home, which means that you will lower your NJ electricity bills.

Source: http://www.getsolar.com/blog/beat-the-heat-new-jersey-adds-more-energy-star-rebates-for-summer/8687/