Georgia - Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) Program
Administered by: Georgia Environmental Finance Authority
Quick Summary
Georgia's HEAR program offers rebates up to 100% of project costs for households earning below 80% of Area Median Income, or 50% for those earning 80-150% AMI, covering heat pump water heaters (up to $1,750), heat pumps for heating/cooling (up to $8,000), electric appliances, insulation, and air sealing (up to $1,600 combined), with a maximum total rebate of $14,000 per household. You can apply through an approved contractor or use the DIY pathway for select ENERGY STAR appliances like heat pump clothes dryers and electric ranges (up to $840 each). To apply, you'll need proof of purchase, installation, income documentation, and must use an approved contractor for most measures; the submission deadline is August 10, 2026.
AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026
Program Details
- Program ID
- 22719
- Effective Date
- 11/13/2024
- Last Updated
- 1/2/2026
Eligibility
Incentive Amount
$109.2 million
Program Summary
Note: The Federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) created the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) Program.
The IRA established the main parameters for this program but allowed the states to customize the program to meet their state-specific needs.
The program is designed to award rebates for purchase of qualifying home electrification equipment and appliances. Residents earning less than 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) can receive the full rebate amount, and residents earning between 80% and 150% AMI can receive a partial rebate. See summary below and program website for complete details. Georgia’s HEAR program fully launched on March 31, 2025, transitioning out of the pilot phase. Georgia’s HEAR program helps low-and-moderate income households saving money on specific appliance purchases, including heat pumps, insulation, heat pump water heaters, heat pump clothes dryers, among other appliances. Heat pump purchases will require an assessment before installation to qualify. For more information on Georgia’s HEAR program, click here. To find an approved contractor, click here.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.