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U.S. Department of Energy Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Florida Appliance Rebates

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Spotlight on Florida - See Our Program Impact

THIS PROGRAM IS CLOSED. AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2010, ALL OF FLORIDA'S REBATE FUNDS HAVE BEEN RESERVED.

The State of Florida is implementing a mail-in rebate program to help residents replace older, inefficient appliances with ENERGY STAR® qualified appliances. Phase 1 began on April 16, 2010 and closed on April 19, 2010. Phase 2 began on November 18, 2010 and ended on November 30, 2010.

Eligible products included

  • Central air conditioners
  • Air source heat pumps
  • Ground source heat pumps
  • Refrigerators
  • Freezers
  • Clothes washers
  • Dishwashers
  • Room air conditioners
  • Gas tankless water heaters

For detailed eligibility requirements please visit the program Web site.

NOTE: For questions about your rebate such as status, timeline, and rebate amount, please contact your state's program directly through their Web site.

Contact: Florida Energy & Climate Commission

Total Funding: $17,585,000

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.

Bob Hurst and his son Mark pose with ENERGY STAR qualified appliances.

Bob and his son Mark Hurst of The Appliance Center in Panama City posted a record-breaking weekend of sales thanks to the rebate program.

Governor Crist announces Florida's appliance rebate program.

Governor Charlie Crist launched Florida's appliance rebate program, which helped more than 72,000 residents buy an ENERGY STAR qualified appliance.

Program Impact:
Sunshine State's Rebate Program Means Big Sales for Retailers

Florida's energy-efficient appliance rebate program kicked off April 16; by April 19, consumers had claimed more than 72,000 rebates that cut 20% off the purchase price.

"In 2 days (Friday and Saturday) we grossed $160,000 in sales. I believe that is more than we have ever done in one month during our 62 years of existence, let alone in 2 days!," said Bob Hurst of The Appliance Center in Panama City. "I want to thank President Obama and Governor Crist for helping us see green in sales and the citizens of Florida for going green with their ENERGY STAR appliances!"

The Appliance Center is the oldest retail store in Bay County, Florida, says Hurst, who has run the family business for more than 30 years.

"Across the state, retailers were thrilled [with the program]," said Brenda Buchan, program manager for Florida's rebate program. Refrigerators topped the sales list statewide; consumers also saved on freezers, clothes washers, dishwashers, room air conditioners, and gas tankless water heaters. Many retailers cut their prices or offered sales in addition to the state rebates.

Florida offered an additional $75 credit for recycling, which helped increase awareness of recyclers and landfills to residents, said Buchan. Many recyclers increased staff or offered additional hours to keep up with demand.

The program has contributed $62 million to Florida's economy and generated $4 million in tax revenues, according to the Florida governor's office.

State contact: Brenda Buchan, 850-487-9297
DOE contact: Lani MacRae, 202-586-9193
Visit: rebates.com/floridahvac or energysavers.gov/rebates