How to Find Grants To Make A Home More Energy Efficient

Grants and tax credits are available to help individuals with the expenses of making their home more energy efficient. The following agencies may be able to assist in finding the grants and free money available in the area you live.

Instructions

1. Low income families (income below 180% above poverty) can receive assistance through the Weatherization Assistance Program at www.eere.energy.gov/weatherization with making their home more energy efficient.

2. Federal Tax Credits: Tax credits for some energy efficacy solar energy, fuel cell, and miroturbine system improvements are available to tax paying citizens. Eligibility and expiration dates vary and are changed regularly. Go to irs.gov for more information.

3. State, local, and utility programs: Many government grants and other funds are ran through state or local agencies, or community projects. Contact your local energy and water supplier for more information. You may also find more information form your local Housing Department.

Tips & Warnings

• While these programs may help allot with funding your green home improvement projects they probably will not pay all the expenses involved. You may consider looking into getting a Energy efficient Mortgage. Ask your bank lender for more information.

Resources

• Grants for single parents
• How to fill out a grant application