HOMEOWNER GUIDE to GREEN INCENTIVES and RESOURCES

Federal
Home Improvements – Federal Tax Credits for Consumer Energy Efficiency
Efficient Cars – Federal Tax Credit Options
Tax Incentives Assistance Project (TIAP) – Appliances, New Homes, Retrofits to Existing Homes

State
California Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
US Department of Energy – Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy by State
National Association of State Energy Officials – Funding Opportunities and Resources

Local
Energy Star’s Appliance Rebate Locator (by zip code)
Atmosphere Design Build, Nevada City, CA

Utility
Programs and Incentives Information from the Edison Electric Institute

Financing and Funding for Green Homes and Improvements
Energy Efficient Mortgages – from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Energy Efficient Mortgages – from Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)
Green Financing Programs – from myEnergyLoan
Funding Opportunities – directory from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Other Green Home Guidelines and Resources
Air Quality at Home – from EPA’s Indoor airPLUS Program
Saving Water at Home – from EPA’s Water Program
Waste Reduction at Home – from EPA’s Waste Program
Find Recycling Centers for Various Home Items – from Earth 911

Home Energy Audits
More information on Home Energy Audits – from ENERGY ST