This program is available in some communities. Select your community from the drop-down to see what programs are available to you.  

Step-by-Step Guide

1 Let Efficiency Smart help you determine the best product for your needs
2 Purchase item(s)
3 Submit rebate request online or mail it in
4 Receive your check
$50 Rebate

Select Clothes Washers

Energy-efficient clothes washers use about 25% less energy and 40% less water than conventional models. They can also cut drying time and reduce wear-and-tear on clothing with gentler cleaning action.

Qualifying Models

$50 Rebate

Select Electric Clothes Dryers

Energy-efficient electric clothes dryers use 20% less energy than conventional models. They also use sensor drying instead of timed drying, which helps reduce energy use by shutting the dryer off when clothes are dry.

Qualifying Models

$50 Rebate

Select Refrigerators

ENERGY STAR® certified refrigerators use up to 15% less energy than standard, less-efficient models. That can add up to $150 in electricity savings over the lifetime of your fridge. Qualifying models must be 10 to 30 cubic feet.

Qualifying Models

$30 Rebate

Select Dehumidifiers

ENERGY STAR certified dehumidifiers use 15 percent less energy than conventional modes to remove the same amount of moisture from the air. You could power a refrigerator for three months with the energy you can save in a year running an efficient dehumidifier.

Qualifying Models

$20 Rebate

Select Air Purifiers

ENERGY STAR certified air purifiers use 40 percent less energy than conventional models to remove fine particles, such as dust and pollen, from indoor air. Qualifying models must have a Smoke CADR rating of 100 or higher.

Qualifying Models

$100 Rebate

Select Smart Thermostats

ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostats can help reduce your energy use by automatically adjusting the temperature based on daily weather conditions, schedules, and heating and cooling needs. You can also use a computer or smartphone to monitor and adjust your home’s temperature remotely.

Qualifying Models

$50 Rebate

Select Window Air Conditioners

ENERGY STAR certified window air conditioning units use 9% less energy than standard models. Some units come with variable speed technology, which operates quietly compared to standard models. Only qualifying models purchased after Februrary 28, 2023 are eligble for a rebate. 

Qualifying Models

$100 Rebate

Central Air Conditioners

ENERGY STAR certified central air conditioners use 8% less energy than standard new models, achieved through higher part load and full load efficiencies. Only qualifying models purchased after Februrary 28, 2023 are eligble for a rebate.

Eligibility Information:

  • SEER Rating: 15 or higher
  • EER Rating: 12.5 or higher

OR

  • SEER2 Rating: 15.2 or higher
  • EER2 Rating: 12 or higher

Qualifying Models

$100 Rebate

Select Air Source Heat Pumps

Air source heat pumps work by absorbing heat from the outside air and transferring it into your home. Modern heat pumps can reduce your electricity use for heating by approximately 50% compared to electric resistance heating such as furnaces and baseboard heaters.

Eligibility information:

  • SEER Rating: 15 or higher
  • HSPF Rating: 8.5 or higher
  • EER Rating: 12.5 or higher

OR

  • SEER2 Rating: 15.2 or higher
  • HSPF2 Rating: 7.8 or higher
  • EER2 Rating: 11.7 or higher
$350 (less than two tons) or $750 (two or more tons) Rebate

Select Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps

Cold climate air source heat pumps are designed specifically for very cold climates and can efficiently extract heat from air with temperatures far below 0°F. These heat pumps provide a very efficient way to heat your home, lower electric bills and improve comfort.

Eligibility information:

  • Compressor must be variable capacity (three or more distinct operating speeds, or continuously variable)
  • COP at 5°F: 1.75 or higher (at maximum capacity operation)
  • SEER2 Rating: 15 or higher (non-ducted systems)
  • SEER2 Rating: 14.3 or higher (ducted systems)
  • HSPF2 Rating: 8.5 or higher (non-ducted systems)
  • HSPF2 Rating: 7.7 or higher (ducted systems)

Qualifying Models

$300 Rebate

Select Heat Pump Water Heaters

ENERGY STAR certified heat pump water heaters can cost half as much to operate as traditional electric water heaters. On average, a family of four can save more than $3,500 over the lifetime of the unit.

Qualifying Models

$250 (above-ground) or $500 (in-ground) Rebate

Select Pool Pumps

ENERGY STAR pool pumps can save you thousands of dollars over their lifetime and can pay for themselves in less than two years.

Qualifying Models

Eligibility Requirements

Rebate offers are good while funds are available and may be subject to change without prior notice. All rebate requests must be postmarked or emailed within three months of purchase date and no later than January 7 of the following year. The product must be installed at an address served by a participating electric system. All products must be new to qualify. Used or refurbished products are not eligible for a rebate. Rebates will only cover up to the purchase price of the item. Please allow 4–6 weeks to receive your rebate.

The following rebate item limits apply per product category, per calendar year, for each utility account:

  • Air Purifier: 5 per year.
  • Clothes Washer: 1 per year
  • Dehumidifiers: 5 per year
  • Electric Clothes Dryer: 1 per year
  • Heat Pump Water Heater: 1 per year
  • Pool Pump: 1 per year
  • Refrigerators: 2 per year
  • Smart Thermostats: 2 per year
  • Air Source Heat Pumps: 2 per year
  • Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps: 2 per year
  • Central Air Conditioners: 2 per year
  • Window Air Conditioners: 4 per year

If you require additional rebates beyond the product limits listed above, please contact customer support at (877) 889-3777 before purchasing.

To Receive your Rebate

To receive your rebate:

  1. Complete the online rebate form, or download a printable form and mail it in. 
  2. Enclose or attach a copy of your dated sales receipt along with the rebate form.
  3. If you are using the printable form, mail or email the documents to the address below:

    Efficiency Smart- Rebate offer
    1111 Schrock Road
    Columbus, OH 43229

    Email to: [email protected]