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Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Rebates

Administered locally by Focus on Energy. Financial incentives match your household income level relative to the Area Median Income (AMI) and predicted energy savings.

Performance Based Incentives

HOMES Efficiency Program

These incentives scale directly based on your verified household income tier and modeled energy savings.

FY 2026 Low-Income Reference Limits (80% AMI) for Bayfield & Ashland Counties:

Household Size 80% AMI Limit
1 Person$53,800
2 Person$61,450
3 Person$69,150
4 Person$76,800
5 Person$82,950
6 Person$89,100

Single-Family Reward Structure Matrix:

Energy Savings Income Level Single Family Reward Cap
20% - 34% Less than 80% AMI 100% of cost, up to $5,000
Between 80% & 150% AMI 50% of cost, up to $2,000
Greater than 150% AMI 50% of cost, up to $1,500
35% or greater Less than 80% AMI 100% of cost, up to $10,000
Between 80% & 150% AMI 50% of cost, up to $4,000
Greater than 150% AMI 50% of cost, up to $3,000
! Requires upfront 12-month utility statement tracking and certified diagnostic software energy models to verify savings parameters.
Where do you start? You have two choices: (1) You can Contact Us and we will help you navigate the process, or (2) You can follow this link to Focus on Energy.
Electrification Incentives

HEAR Electrification Rebates

Direct upfront discounts on high-efficiency equipment upgrades. Total maximum lifetime building household limit maxes at $14,000.

Project Rebate Eligibility:

Income Eligibility Maximum Project Rebate
Households below 80% AMI 100% of project costs up to $14,000
Households between 80% and 150% AMI 50% of project costs up to $14,000
Higher income households (>150% AMI) are NOT eligible for the HEARs program, but are eligible for the HOMEs program.

Maximum Caps & Requirements Per Component:

Equipment / Measure Maximum Cap Purchase Type
ENERGY STARĀ® electric heat pump water heater Up to $1,750 Registered Contractor or Store Purchase
ENERGY STAR electric heat pump for space heating and cooling Up to $8,000 Registered Contractor
Electrical load service center (electrical panel) Up to $4,000 Registered Contractor
Electrical Wiring Up to $2,500 Registered Contractor
ENERGY STAR Insulation, ENERGY STAR ventilation, air sealing Up to $1,600 Registered Contractor
ENERGY STAR electric heat pump clothes dryer Up to $840 Store Purchase
ENERGY STAR electric stove, ENERGY STAR cooktop, ENERGY STAR range* Up to $840 Store Purchase