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No rebates are currently available. When the programs launch, most projects must be completed by contractors enrolled and trained in the program to receive a rebate. This creates an opportunity to grow your business through program referrals.  

Contractor enrollment will open shortly after ODOE receives U.S. Department of Energy approval to launch the programs. Sign up now to receive program updates and be notified when contractor enrollment opens. 

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Why Become an Enrolled Contractor? 

Becoming an Enrolled Contractor is a great way to stay ahead of industry trends and support market transformation as new, more efficient technologies become available. Additionally, by participating the program you can: 

  • Grow your business through referrals for program eligible projects. 

  • Receive access to specialized training in energy efficient system and equipment installation practices. 

  • Help Oregonians -- especially those with limited resources -- improve energy efficiency, affordability, and comfort in their homes. 

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Participation Pathways 

The home energy rebate programs offer three different pathways for participation. Each pathway includes specific training and participation requirements. Contractors may choose to participate in one or more pathways based on program requirements and their services and qualifications. 

Installer

Focuses on completing quality installation in accordance with the program guidelines. Installers are responsible for carrying out approved energy efficiency and electrification upgrades and submitting required documentation.

Home energy assessor

Conducts in-home energy assessments and generates Home Energy Scores. Home energy assessors work closely with energy modelers and installers to support project eligibility and ensure accurate assessment data.

Energy modeler

Performs energy modeling using BPI-2400-compliant software to estimate energy savings and support project proposals. Energy modelers collaborate closely with home energy assessors to define project scope and verify performance outcomes.
(For HOMES only)

Contractor Requirements 

To participate, all Enrolled Contractors must: 

  • Maintain Oregon CCB license. 

  • Register as an Enrolled Contractor. 

  • Complete program orientation and technology-specific trainings. 

  • Provide other credentials and insurance as needed. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We do not plan to set a new launch date until we receive U.S. DOE approval to launch. Contractor enrollment and training will follow shortly after receiving approval. Trainings will be available on a rolling basis for all enrolled contractors. Sign up here to receive program updates and be notified when enrollment opens.

    • The Home Efficiency Rebates Program (also known as HOMES) will provide performance-based rebates for energy efficiency upgrades in existing single-family and multifamily homes. Example upgrades include installing more efficient equipment such as heat pumps, weatherization measures like insulation or air sealing, smart thermostats, and more. To qualify for a rebate, each HOMES applicant must complete a home energy assessment with model that demonstrates a projected minimum of 20 percent energy savings, based on the home, project, and historical energy use.

    • The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates Program (also known as HEAR) will provide rebates to low- and moderate-income households to install specific eligible high-efficiency electric appliances and associated upgrades. The new high-efficiency electric appliances must be selected from a list of eligible high-efficiency appliances and can be a first-time purchase of an all-electric stove, heat pump, heat pump water heater, or heat pump clothes dryer; replacement of a non-electric appliance; or installed in new construction homes.

    The program manual and contractor trainings will detail all eligible equipment and upgrades.

  • Yes. Projects may stack HOMES and HEAR rebates, up to the program maximums, so long as they are not applied to the same upgrades. A project that includes weatherization and a new heat pump, for example, may be able to leverage HOMES for the weatherization and HEAR for the heat pump. The program manual and contractor trainings will detail all eligible equipment and upgrades. 

  • Yes, HOMES and HEAR rebates may be combined with incentives from utilities and other entities. However, funding received must not exceed the total project cost after any other rebates or incentives are applied.

  • All enrolled contractors will be required to complete a program orientation and technology trainings that will cover all program processes and requirements. Additional trainings may be required depending on participation pathway.  

    If you need further support at any point, you can reach out to the implementer overseeing the project you’re working on. Energy Trust is implementing projects areas served by PGE and Pacific Power and Earth Advantage is implementing projects in consumer-owned and Idaho Power districts.