More Information on HEAR
ABOUT HEAR Program
United Hub is currently leading a comprehensive rebate and incentive program funded by the Washington State Department of Commerce. This initiative focuses on facilitating the adoption of high-efficiency electric equipment among low- and moderate-income (LMI) households and adult family homes across Washington State. Our goals include reducing energy consumption, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and improving indoor air quality.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Funding For Community-Centered Clean Energy Programs Across the U.S. And $9 Billion For Home Rebates (January 18, 2023)
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IRA Home Energy Rebates Programs Informational Webinar (December 16, 2022)
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces State And Tribe Allocations For Home Energy Rebate Program (November 2, 2022)
At United Hub, we are dedicated to empowering underserved communities, especially within the Asian demographic, through our commitment to housing justice, equitable development, and homeownership opportunities. We advocate for fair housing practices and prioritize renewable energy solutions to address environmental concerns. Our goal is to bridge the gap in housing accessibility by increasing the production of affordable homes, ensuring everyone has access to sustainable housing. We champion support for vulnerable populations while promoting community resilience and wealth generation, acknowledging the intersection of housing with health, environmental justice, and climate resilience. Our vision encompasses a holistic, inclusive housing landscape that prioritizes renewable energy and equity in environmental issues.
The State Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates Program provides grants to eligible third-party administrators to provide rebates and incentives to households and small businesses to purchase and install high-efficiency electric equipment and appliances.
How to get a rebate
Commerce made awards to eligible third-party program administrators in Spring and Summer 2024. Please visit the State HEAR Portal to find your local program administrator and contact them to see if you qualify for a rebate.
https://hear-program-wacommerce.hub.arcgis.com/pages/rebates
https://hear-program-wacommerce.hub.arcgis.com/pages/program-background
Eligible recipients of rebates
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Low- & moderate-income (LMI), single- & multi-family, households with income 150% of Area Median Income (AMI) or less based on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Income Limits Dataset for your county
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Adult family homes licensed by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS)
Class A:
Low-income households could have 100% of their project costs covered by rebates (up to the individual upgrade caps).
Class B:
Moderate-income households could have up to 50% of their project costs covered by rebates, up to the same caps.
Eligible equipment and appliances
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Heat pumps for heating and cooling (i.e., Air-source, ground-source)
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Residential and commercial induction cooking equipment
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Heat pump water heaters
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Heat pump clothes dryers
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Electric panel & wiring upgrades required for installation of new electric equipment
Not all program administrators will offer rebates for all of the equipment listed above, and the process for applying may vary. Please check with your local program administrator to learn what rebates and incentives they offer.
All equipment must be ENERGY STAR certified or AHRI CEE North Region Certified.
At United Hub, we are dedicated to empowering underserved communities, especially within the Asian demographic, through our commitment to housing justice, equitable development, and homeownership opportunities. We advocate for fair housing practices and prioritize renewable energy solutions to address environmental concerns. Our goal is to bridge the gap in housing accessibility by increasing the production of affordable homes, ensuring everyone has access to sustainable housing. We champion support for vulnerable populations while promoting community resilience and wealth generation, acknowledging the intersection of housing with health, environmental justice, and climate resilience. Our vision encompasses a holistic, inclusive housing landscape that prioritizes renewable energy and equity in environmental issues.
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