Second Home Energy Rebate Program Now Available

The federal HEAR program offers rebates to make your home more energy efficient.  

 
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The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program helps to reduce the cost of home energy projects, such as an electrical panel.  
 

The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program helps to reduce the cost of home energy projects, such as an electrical panel.  
 
If you've been considering energy upgrades for your home, there's never been a better time to explore your options. 

The second of two Home Energy Rebate programs through the Inflation Reduction Act is now available in Wisconsin. The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program helps low- to moderate-income households save money toward upgrades such as an electric heat pump for space heating and cooling, electric heat pump water heater, electrical panel and electrical wiring. (Rebates for insulation, air sealing, ventilation and appliances are not yet available.)

An IRA-Registered Contractor must buy and install the equipment. Qualified applicants will be able to purchase equipment through participating stores. Rebates will be provided as an instant discount on your invoice.


The HOMES program  

The first Home Energy Rebate program launched in Wisconsin in the fall of 2024. Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) help to reduce the cost of home energy projects, including air sealing, insulation, doors, windows and some appliances.  

A home energy assessment and energy performance modeling are required. Rebate amounts vary and are based on income and on how much energy a household is modeled to save by making the recommended improvements.  

MGE's partner in energy efficiency, FOCUS ON ENERGY®, has details about the HEAR and HOMES programs. Visit focusonenergy.com/ira-hear and focusonenergy.com/ira-homes to get started. 

published: Jan-14-2025