North Carolina joins 11 states, launches IRA rebates
Since October 31, the number of states with active rebate programs under the IRA has grown from nine to twelve
Image: Charlotte, NC
North Carolina on Thursday launched its Home Energy Rebates programs under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), joining 11 other states with live programs.
- Catch up: The IRA earmarked nearly $9 billion to reimburse homeowners who make energy-efficient HVAC upgrades. Details
What’s happening: Since October 31, the number of states with active rebate programs has grown from nine to twelve, including Washington D.C., and now North Carolina.
- Zoom in: All remaining states, excluding South Dakota, which won’t be participating, have been awarded funds from the Department of Energy, as of January 17, but haven’t launched their programs yet.
- Full breakdown
What’s next: While Congress may target certain programs under the IRA, all 50 states (and D.C.), since they’ve either launched rebate programs or received funding, are expected to proceed as planned.
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