SUSTAINABLE BUILDING
Sustainable Building |
What Makes a
Building Green? |
Smart Design |
Site Use and Landscaping
| Materials
Plumbing & Electricity
| Heating, Ventilation, & AC
| Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) | Rebates and Incentives
Links to some popular incentive and rebate programs
Note that most programs have a time limit (such as 90 days) from the date of purchase or installation, and some require proof of purchase (so keep your receipts).
In addition to helping you save money by investing in green products, many of these links have detailed information on practices that can help you save water and energy.
Federal Tax Credits for energy-saving products and alternative energy systems
ENERGY STAR program—rebates, incentives, and recycling programs to promote water- and energy-efficient products
PG&E (also an ENERGY STAR partner)
California Solar Initiative Rebates for installing solar systems
Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency
Monterey Peninsula Water Management District—rebates for water-saving products for most residents of the Monterey Peninsula and Carmel Valley
Cal Water—rebates for water-saving products in the City of Salinas
City of Marina and the Ord Community—rebates for water-saving products
City of Castroville—rebates for water-saving products—call the Castroville Community Services District at (831) 633-2560
City of Seaside—depending on where you live, Marina Coast Water District or MPWMD
City of Santa Cruz—rebates for water-saving products
Soquel Creek Water District—rebates for water-saving products
Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency—rebates for water-saving products
City of Watsonville—rebates for water-saving products |