Incentives and Rebates
Federal, state, and energy provider incentives can help Virginia residents and businesses offset the costs of purchasing and installing energy-efficiency upgrades and equipment. In addition, federal incentives may allow you to lower your federal income tax payment. Please note that federal tax incentives paid through credits on your annual federal tax filings will require using the Internal Revenue Service’s most up-to-date forms. An overview of federal energy tax credits for consumers for the 2022 and 2023–2032 tax years is available from the U.S. Department of Energy.
The following information is drawn from third-party websites and has not been independently verified.
Danville Utilities Home$ave Residential Energy Efficiency Program
Through the Home$ave program, Danville Utilities’ residential electric customers can claim rebates on energy-efficient products purchased for their homes.
Qualifications
The Home$ave program is open to existing residential customers that receive electricity from Danville Utilities. Residential customers who also receive natural gas from Danville Utilities are eligible to receive rebates for natural gas measures. A list of products that are eligible for rebates may be found in the program manual.
How To Enroll
After purchasing eligible energy-efficient equipment, submit a completed rebate application, along with proof of purchase, by mail or email. Rebate applications must be received within 90 days of product purchase.
Enrollment Period
Ongoing.
Washington Gas – Energy-Efficient Natural Gas Fireplace Rebate
Washington Gas offers a rebate of $75 on the purchase and installation of a qualifying energy–efficient natural gas fireplace.
Qualifications:
The rebate is available to Virginia Washington Gas customers. All equipment purchased must be installed by a licensed contractor.
How To Enroll:
Have a participating contractor in the Washington Gas Home Energy Savings Contractor Network install qualifying high–efficiency home heating equipment. Your contractor should then submit a rebate application to Washington Gas on your behalf.
Enrollment Period:
Ongoing.
Craig-Botetourt Electric Cooperative – Home Energy Audit
CBEC offers a free walk-through energy audit service. During these appointments, CBEC personnel offer suggestions about what consumers can do to reduce their energy usage.
Qualifications:
Applicants must be a CBEC member or owner.
How To Enroll:
For more information or to schedule an audit, contact Member Services at 540–864-5121.
Enrollment Period:
Ongoing.
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative – Free Commercial Energy Assessment Program
During a facility walk-through, NOVEC representatives can quickly identify opportunities for savings. Customers then receive a report of facilities’ current conditions with recommendations for cost-saving improvements.
Qualifications:
NOVEC commercial, industrial, and government customers may qualify for a walk-through energy assessment.
How To Enroll:
For more information, contact NOVEC’s Business Development and Energy Services Division at 703-392-1604, 703-392-1763, or commind@novec.com.
Enrollment Period:
Ongoing.
Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative – Home Energy Audit
Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative offers a free energy audit conducted by an MEC energy advisor.
Qualifications:
To be eligible, you must be a customer of Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative.
How To Enroll:
Call 800-989-4161 for more information.
Enrollment Period:
Ongoing.
Appalachian Power – Small Business Direct Install Program
Appalachian Power’s Small Business Direct Install Program assists small businesses with cost-effective energy-saving upgrades. It also offers generous incentives for larger projects and expert guidance so customers can reduce costs even more. Complimentary upgrades may include LED screw-in bulbs, low-flow showerheads, and more.
Qualifications:
Facilities located in Appalachian Power’s Virginia service territory and served by Appalachian Power are eligible for this program if they have a peak monthly demand of 200 kilowatts or less. Customers must not have projects or equipment modifications that have received rebates from another Appalachian Power program.
How To Enroll:
Customers can apply online. For more information, call 833-402-2221 or email takechargesavings@trccompanies.com.
Enrollment Period:
Ongoing.