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DOE Guidance Restricts Gas-to-Electric Appliance Rebates
New Department of Energy guidance prohibits federal home energy rebate funds from being used for projects that switch from fossil fuel appliances to electric alternatives, altering a key aspect of the Inflation Reduction Act's original intent.
DOE Reinstates Home Energy Rebates, Excludes Gas-to-Electric Conversions
The Department of Energy has resumed funding for federal HVAC rebate programs, but new guidance prohibits rebates for homeowners switching from natural gas to electric heating systems.
DOE Rebate Guidance Undermines Home Electrification Goals
New Department of Energy rules for Inflation Reduction Act home energy rebates eliminate incentives for homeowners switching from fossil fuel appliances to electric heat pumps.
Colorado Secures $200 Million EPA Grant for Heat Pump Upgrades
Colorado residents, particularly in the Denver area, will benefit from a $200 million EPA grant aimed at increasing heat pump adoption and reducing energy costs.
Report Identifies States with Highest Heat Pump Savings Potential
New analysis reveals homeowners switching from electric resistance heating to heat pumps could see significant financial and grid benefits in specific US regions.
Colorado Homeowners to See Expanded Heat Pump Rebates This Summer
Colorado is launching a new rebate program this summer to further incentivize homeowners to switch to energy-efficient heat pumps, supplementing existing state and utility incentives.
DOE Confirms Efficiency Rebate Funds Imminent for States
The Department of Energy announced that billions in Inflation Reduction Act funding for residential energy efficiency rebates, including heat pumps, are expected to be released to states in a few weeks after a prolonged pause.
ClimateMaster Enhances Commercial Geothermal Heat Pumps
ClimateMaster has integrated a hot gas reheat option into its Tranquility SB commercial geothermal heat pumps, improving humidity control and energy efficiency.
PG&E Unveils All-Electric PowerHouse Model Home
PG&E has launched the PowerHouse, an all-electric model home and technology lab in San Clemente, California, designed to demonstrate accessible and affordable home electrification.
Federal Policy Reversal Impacts HVAC Efficiency Standards
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) rescinded a Biden-era policy requiring new homes with FHA or USDA-backed mortgages to meet stricter energy efficiency codes.
GSA and DOE Seek Building Tech for Demonstration Projects
The U.S. Department of Energy and General Services Administration are soliciting proposals for emerging building technologies to be demonstrated in federal facilities.
CPUC Launches Incentives for All-Electric Rebuilds in California
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has introduced the RISE Homes program, providing incentives and technical assistance for homeowners rebuilding all-electric after natural disasters within investor-owned utility territories.
DOE Confirms IRA Home Energy Rebates Imminent
The Department of Energy has announced that billions in Inflation Reduction Act home energy rebate funds are expected to be released to states within weeks, providing financial relief for homeowners upgrading to efficient systems.
New York Invests $17.5M in Cold-Climate Heat Pump Development
New York State allocates $17.5 million to advance cold-climate room heat pump technology for multifamily buildings, aiming to boost energy efficiency and cut costs for residents.
NREL Fact Sheet Details Mini-Split Heat Pump Efficiency
A new National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) fact sheet provides empirical data on the performance of mini-split heat pumps across various climate zones.
House Votes to Strip $5.7 Billion in Home Energy Rebates
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act on February 26, 2026, aiming to repeal $5.7 billion in Inflation Reduction Act funding for home electrification.