Rebate Overview
Overview
The Santa Barbara Clean Energy Electrical Upgrade for EV Charging and Heat Pumps is a rebate program offering up to $2,000 off electrical upgrades needed for a new Level 2 electric vehicle charger or heat pump system. To qualify, proof of electrical permitting is required.
Benefits
Upgrading to electric appliances can make your home more comfortable and safer. It also helps reduce pollution from gas appliances, benefiting the environment.
More Information
- Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis while funds last.
- Applications are accepted from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, or until funds are fully used.
- Eligible applicants must be active customers of Santa Barbara Clean Energy with an account in good standing.
- Applicants must own a single-family home, duplex, townhome, or mobile home served by Santa Barbara Clean Energy.
- All electrical and appliance replacement work must be completed during the program period to be eligible for rebates.
- Rebates are available for heat pump water heaters, heat pump heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, and associated electrical work.
- One rebate per electric account per fiscal year is allowed for each upgrade measure.
- Applicants must continue to receive Santa Barbara Clean Energy's generation service at the location where the upgrades are installed for a minimum of five years from the date of installation.
- An opted-out customer may re-enroll in Santa Barbara Clean Energy to participate in its programs. By re-enrolling and applying for Santa Barbara Clean Energy programs, customers agree to remain enrolled in Santa Barbara Clean Energy service for five years.
- Mobile and manufactured homes must be individually metered.
- Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis based on application submission date while program funds are available.
- Rebates are available for heat pump water heaters, heat pump heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, and associated electrical work.
- Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis based on application submission date while program funds are available.
Details
- Expiration date: June 30, 2026
- Incentive type: Rebate
- Amount: $ 2,000
- Provider: Santa Barbara Clean Energy
- Link: More details
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