State appliance rebate program expands

State appliance rebate program expands
Californians now can get cash back for buying energy-efficient freezers, dishwashers, water heaters and HVAC systems, in addition to room air conditioners, clothes washers and refrigerators. The California Cash for Appliances rebate program, which has lagged since launching three months ago, is expanding the list of eligible energy-efficient machines in an attempt to boost interest.
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Obama's Savannah Stump Has Legs
President Obama championed a minor provision of the energy bill in Savannah in March. That provision is now one of the last standing in the energy bill. Senate Democrats have backed-off their plans for a major energy bill, opting instead for more politically passable provision like HomeStar. It would offer rebates for energy-efficient home improvements like air conditioners and duct work. read ...
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Consumers can get $ for old appliances
Need to replace an old air conditioner or dishwasher? Californiahas an expanded program beginning Thursday that provides rebatesfor energy-efficient models.
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