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California Appliance Rebates

For more information, download the California state appliance program fact sheet PDF.
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California will implement a mail-in rebate program to help residents replace older, inefficient appliances with new ENERGY STAR® qualified and ultra-efficient appliances. The program is scheduled to begin April 22, 2010 to coincide with Earth Day activities.

Eligible products include

  • Refrigerators
  • Clothes washers
  • Room air conditioners

Consumers must provide proof of recycling to receive rebates, and must purchase the appliances from a California retailer.

Contact: California Energy Commission

Total Funding: $35,267,000

Program information subject to change. Rebates may be offered for a limited time only. Before purchasing a product, check with your program sponsor to ensure rebates are available, and to confirm product eligibility and program requirements. Products purchased must meet efficiency criteria as established by the state.