$1500 Rebate For Heat Pump Water Heaters

EAST BAY — Getting a new water heater can be a big financial hit for homeowners. It's not something that is typically in the budget so you end up dipping into savings or you may even have to finance the purchase. But here is an alternative that will save you money now and possibly in the future.

The East Bay Energy Watch (EBEW) is offering rebates to install electric Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWH) to replace gas storage water heaters in your home. This pilot program provides a rebate of $1500 for residents who replace their existing gas water heater with a 50 gallon minimum efficient Energy Star HPWH.

Eligibility

• Own a single family home in Alameda or Contra Costa Counties
• Fill out a pre- and post installation survey

The program will even cover 50 to 100 percent of installation costs. Call (510) 981-7757 for more information, or email them at Save@ebenergy.org.

The goal of this effort is to move local residents to renewable electric, rather than natural gas. EBEW is a partnership with PG&E, StopWaste, Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

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