Grants and Rebates for You
APU/IDLE REDUCTION DEVICE REBATE NOW OPEN!
WHAT IS IT? Up to $2500 rebate on approved APU/idle reduction devices installed on long-haul trucks with sleeper berths
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE REBATE? Any NC resident who owns a sleeper berth truck and installed an approved idle reduction device after January 1, 2009.
WHICH IDLE REDUCTIONS ARE APPROVED FOR REBATES?
All units must be approved by US Environmental Protection Agency or California Air Resource Board. Contact Anne Galamb (full contact information is below) to determine if your unit is approved for the rebate and to temporarily reserve your rebate.
1) Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) = Rebate amount is $2,500
2) Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) = Rebate amount is: $1,000 or 50% of unit plus installation, whichever is less.
3) Battery Operated Air Conditioning (BAC) = Rebate amount is $2,500 or 50% of unit plus installation, whichever is less.
4) Thermal Storage Systems (TSS) = Rebate amount is: $2,500 or 50% of unit plus installation, whichever is less.
HOW MUCH MONEY IS AVAILABLE? The total amount available is about $270,000.
ARE THERE OTHER RESTRICTIONS? For 2007 and Newer Engines: Only a battery operated APUs, battery operated air conditioners, fuel operated heaters, or thermal storage idle reduction devices are eligible for the rebate.
HOW DO I APPLY? Complete the APU/Idle Reduction Device Rebate form which is found attached to this e-mail or on-line at: http://daq.state.nc.us/motor/Rebates/
Diesel Funding Opportunities
Diesel: National and state grants and rebates available under the Clean Diesel funding program. Also includes individual rebates for auxiliary power units and new qualifying diesel truck purchases.
Electric Vehicle Tax Credits
Electric Vehicles: A federal tax credit is available until 2012 for qualifying plug-in electric vehicles.
State Incentives for Homeowners
Homeowners: There are a variety of state, local, utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy and various energy efficiency opportunities. A database is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and is managed by the N.C. Solar Center and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council.