Rep. Howitt Encourages Residents to Participate in Appliance Rebate Program

Representative Steven S. Howitt is encouraging residents in the communities he represents to participate in the Massachusetts Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate program which begins on July 28, 2011, according to a press release from his office.

Made possible through funding from the US Department of Energy’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Massachusetts was allocated $2 million for an Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program designed to spur significant household energy savings, reads the press release. This program seeks to take high energy-consuming home appliances out of service and replace them with qualified ENERGY STAR models.

“This is a win-win situation for both the consumer and the environment,” said Representative Howitt.  “Consumers will see a savings through this rebate program while also being energy efficient.”

The Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate program is a limited time only offer, beginning July 28, and ending when funding has been exhausted. Funding is limited, and rebates are on a first-come, first-served basis. Before purchasing new ENGERY STAR appliances, residents are urged to visit the programs website at www.MassEnergyRebates.com or call toll-free (877) 574-1128 to track the status of funds available to consumers and to view participating retailers, according to the press release.

Old appliances need not be in working condition when exchanged for eligible high efficiency model. All Massachusetts residents, including those served by municipal electric/light departments, will be eligible for these rebates. Only Massachusetts participating retail store purchases will qualify. Internet purchases are not eligible.

The Massachusetts Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program will offer rebates of $150 for qualified refrigerators and $50 for room air conditioners.

To learn more about the program and the steps that need to be taken to receive a rebate, those interested should visitwww.MassEnergyRebates.com.