* Funds with an asterisk are not currently accepting applications. This may be because the program has been terminated, is temporarily paused, or has exhausted its funding. You can still explore these pages to prepare for future funding rounds or see how previous rounds supported communities in the Carolinas.
Rebates on projects to improve energy efficiency in low- to moderate-income homes.
Rebates for comprehensive home energy upgrades like insulation and air sealing, along with the installation of newer and more efficient appliances. Rebates are equal 10 100% or 50% of project costs depending on income.
For homeowners and renters who meet income limits. Contractors can also benefit by signing up for the program.
Click “Learn More” for details.
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) enables low-income families to reduce their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient.
Household energy savings can be up to $300 a year after weatherization assistance. (NCDEQ)
Applications are based on location (divided by county). Please note that some counties have MUCH longer applications than others. NCDEQ is attempting to shift implementation into regional offices, but the timeline on this is TBD. The map for determining what county office to apply under is found here: https://www.deq.nc.gov/energy-climate/energy-group/weatherization-assistance-program/how-apply
First step: request your local weatherization agency to perform an “energy audit,” which is an onsite inspection of your home and an analysis of which energy efficiency measures are best for you. When the audit is complete, the auditor or inspector from the local weatherization agency will meet with your family to explain how crews will do the work. When the weatherization process is complete, an inspector will make certain that everything is working properly and that nothing was missed.
In South Carolina, weatherization is administered through the Community Action Programs in various counties. See http://www.abccaa.org/weatherization-assistance-program.html
For Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, Greenville, Lexington, Orangeburg, and Richland counties (839- 746-5270, Murray Pieters, Director). For Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, Union and York counties, contact Cedric Halley Weatherization Coordinator, Carolina Community Actions, Inc. challey@ccainc.org Office: 803 817 9818
See map here to find Community Action Agencies for all counties within South Carolina: https://oeo.sc.gov/managedsites/prd/oeo/help.html
Money to help low-income individuals pay part or all of their energy bills one time per calendar year.
This is a one-time vendor payment to help eligible households pay their heating bills.
Households are expected to report on and meet eligibility requirements:
This application is county-based through local Departments of Health and Human Services. Click “Learn More” to find out how to get assistance from LIHEAP in NC and SC.
A solar lease is a way for a homeowner to install solar with no upfront cost.
From now through at least 2027, this is an option for homeowners to lease (rather than purchase) solar and batteries with no upfront cost and possibly save money from day one.
You are eligible if you live in North Carolina, if you own the home where the solar is installed, and if it is a detached home. In most cases, you must have Duke Energy as your electric utility (contact the leasing company for other utilities). Renters qualify with permission of their landlord.
Currently only one company offers this lease. Click “Learn More” for a link to their website. We will add additional companies as others begin to offer residential leases.
A list of assistance programs offered by major utility providers in NC and SC.
Programs vary by provider.
Contact your utility provider to confirm eligibility for programs.
Click “Learn More” to find out what assistance your provider offers.
Low-interest loans for energy efficiency upgrades to reduce your energy bills and also help the environment.
Loans are available for solar, electric vehicles, and energy saving upgrades (including new HVAC systems, heat pumps, insulation, window installation, and more) to make your home more comfortable and resilient while reducing your utility bills.
Self-Help Credit Union’s Green Loans are designed to serve many who are frequently shut out of mainstream financial institutions. Credit terms allow those with poor credit history to qualify and keep the loans affordable.
Click “Learn More” for details.
A list of assistance programs offered by major utility providers in NC and SC.
Programs vary by provider.
Contact your utility provider to confirm eligibility for programs.
Click “Learn More” to find out what assistance your provider offers.
Low-interest loans with no minimum FICO score requirement to help Carolinians make clean energy and efficiency upgrades more affordable.
Financing for projects like solar, energy efficiency improvements, disability upgrades, or home electrification are available.
Homeowners and renters are eligible.
Click “Learn More” for details.
Pay for energy efficiency measures over time on your electric bill.
Pay for energy efficiency improvements over time on your electric bill, possibly even saving money immediately.
Any customer of Roanoke Electric Membership Cooperative and any Duke Energy residential customer in NC
Click “Learn More” for more details
Money to help low-income individuals pay their energy bills when they are experiencing a heating or cooling-related crisis.
This one-time payment helps eligible households pay their utility bills when they are experiencing a heating or cooling-related crisis.
Households are expected to have at least one U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen meet the eligibility requirements:
A household is considered to be in a crisis if the health or well being of a household member would be in danger if the heating or cooling crisis was not alleviated.
Click “Learn More” to find out how to get assistance from CIP in NC and SC.
Rebates on projects to improve energy efficiency in low- to moderate-income homes.
Rebates for comprehensive home energy upgrades like insulation and air sealing, along with the installation of newer and more efficient appliances. Rebates are equal 10 100% or 50% of project costs depending on income.
For homeowners and renters who meet income limits. Contractors can also benefit by signing up for the program.
Click “Learn More” for details.
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) enables low-income families to reduce their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient.
Household energy savings can be up to $300 a year after weatherization assistance. (NCDEQ)
Applications are based on location (divided by county). Please note that some counties have MUCH longer applications than others. NCDEQ is attempting to shift implementation into regional offices, but the timeline on this is TBD. The map for determining what county office to apply under is found here: https://www.deq.nc.gov/energy-climate/energy-group/weatherization-assistance-program/how-apply
First step: request your local weatherization agency to perform an “energy audit,” which is an onsite inspection of your home and an analysis of which energy efficiency measures are best for you. When the audit is complete, the auditor or inspector from the local weatherization agency will meet with your family to explain how crews will do the work. When the weatherization process is complete, an inspector will make certain that everything is working properly and that nothing was missed.
In South Carolina, weatherization is administered through the Community Action Programs in various counties. See http://www.abccaa.org/weatherization-assistance-program.html
For Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, Greenville, Lexington, Orangeburg, and Richland counties (839- 746-5270, Murray Pieters, Director). For Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, Union and York counties, contact Cedric Halley Weatherization Coordinator, Carolina Community Actions, Inc. challey@ccainc.org Office: 803 817 9818
See map here to find Community Action Agencies for all counties within South Carolina: https://oeo.sc.gov/managedsites/prd/oeo/help.html
Low-interest loans with no minimum FICO score requirement to help Carolinians make clean energy and efficiency upgrades more affordable.
Financing for projects like solar, energy efficiency improvements, disability upgrades, or home electrification are available.
Homeowners and renters are eligible.
Click “Learn More” for details.
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) enables low-income families to reduce their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient.
Household energy savings can be up to $300 a year after weatherization assistance. (NCDEQ)
Applications are based on location (divided by county). Please note that some counties have MUCH longer applications than others. NCDEQ is attempting to shift implementation into regional offices, but the timeline on this is TBD. The map for determining what county office to apply under is found here: https://www.deq.nc.gov/energy-climate/energy-group/weatherization-assistance-program/how-apply
First step: request your local weatherization agency to perform an “energy audit,” which is an onsite inspection of your home and an analysis of which energy efficiency measures are best for you. When the audit is complete, the auditor or inspector from the local weatherization agency will meet with your family to explain how crews will do the work. When the weatherization process is complete, an inspector will make certain that everything is working properly and that nothing was missed.
In South Carolina, weatherization is administered through the Community Action Programs in various counties. See http://www.abccaa.org/weatherization-assistance-program.html
For Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, Greenville, Lexington, Orangeburg, and Richland counties (839- 746-5270, Murray Pieters, Director). For Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, Union and York counties, contact Cedric Halley Weatherization Coordinator, Carolina Community Actions, Inc. challey@ccainc.org Office: 803 817 9818
See map here to find Community Action Agencies for all counties within South Carolina: https://oeo.sc.gov/managedsites/prd/oeo/help.html
A solar lease is a way for a homeowner to install solar with no upfront cost.
From now through at least 2027, this is an option for homeowners to lease (rather than purchase) solar and batteries with no upfront cost and possibly save money from day one.
You are eligible if you live in North Carolina, if you own the home where the solar is installed, and if it is a detached home. In most cases, you must have Duke Energy as your electric utility (contact the leasing company for other utilities). Renters qualify with permission of their landlord.
Currently only one company offers this lease. Click “Learn More” for a link to their website. We will add additional companies as others begin to offer residential leases.
A list of assistance programs offered by major utility providers in NC and SC.
Programs vary by provider.
Contact your utility provider to confirm eligibility for programs.
Click “Learn More” to find out what assistance your provider offers.
Low-interest loans for energy efficiency upgrades to reduce your energy bills and also help the environment.
Loans are available for solar, electric vehicles, and energy saving upgrades (including new HVAC systems, heat pumps, insulation, window installation, and more) to make your home more comfortable and resilient while reducing your utility bills.
Self-Help Credit Union’s Green Loans are designed to serve many who are frequently shut out of mainstream financial institutions. Credit terms allow those with poor credit history to qualify and keep the loans affordable.
Click “Learn More” for details.
Individuals, businesses, and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers. You must sign a contract for the EV and put some money down by September 30, 2025. You must install the charger by June 30, 2026.
Individuals: up to $7,500 on new EVs, $4,000 on used EVs, $1,000 on a charger.
Businesses/nonprofits: up to $7,500 on new EVs, $40,000 on EVs > 14,000 lbs., $100,000 on chargers.
Charger credit applies only to chargers installed in low-income or non-urban areas.
Individuals (as of 2024, you qualify for the vehicle credit even if you don’t owe taxes; you receive the charger credit only up to the amount of tax you owe but you may carry over unused portions to future years).
Nonprofits receive full credit as direct payment.
Businesses up to the tax you owe (though you can carry over or sell unused credits).
Claim credits when you file your tax return. Nonprofits can receive the credit as a direct payment.
For individuals, starting in 2024, you can instead transfer your EV credit to the dealer, who will reduce the cost of the vehicle by that amount.
Rebates on projects to improve energy efficiency in low- to moderate-income homes.
Rebates for comprehensive home energy upgrades like insulation and air sealing, along with the installation of newer and more efficient appliances. Rebates are equal 10 100% or 50% of project costs depending on income.
For homeowners and renters who meet income limits. Contractors can also benefit by signing up for the program.
Click “Learn More” for details.
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) enables low-income families to reduce their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient.
Household energy savings can be up to $300 a year after weatherization assistance. (NCDEQ)
Applications are based on location (divided by county). Please note that some counties have MUCH longer applications than others. NCDEQ is attempting to shift implementation into regional offices, but the timeline on this is TBD. The map for determining what county office to apply under is found here: https://www.deq.nc.gov/energy-climate/energy-group/weatherization-assistance-program/how-apply
First step: request your local weatherization agency to perform an “energy audit,” which is an onsite inspection of your home and an analysis of which energy efficiency measures are best for you. When the audit is complete, the auditor or inspector from the local weatherization agency will meet with your family to explain how crews will do the work. When the weatherization process is complete, an inspector will make certain that everything is working properly and that nothing was missed.
In South Carolina, weatherization is administered through the Community Action Programs in various counties. See http://www.abccaa.org/weatherization-assistance-program.html
For Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, Greenville, Lexington, Orangeburg, and Richland counties (839- 746-5270, Murray Pieters, Director). For Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, Union and York counties, contact Cedric Halley Weatherization Coordinator, Carolina Community Actions, Inc. challey@ccainc.org Office: 803 817 9818
See map here to find Community Action Agencies for all counties within South Carolina: https://oeo.sc.gov/managedsites/prd/oeo/help.html
A list of assistance programs offered by major utility providers in NC and SC.
Programs vary by provider.
Contact your utility provider to confirm eligibility for programs.
Click “Learn More” to find out what assistance your provider offers.
Low-interest loans for energy efficiency upgrades to reduce your energy bills and also help the environment.
Loans are available for solar, electric vehicles, and energy saving upgrades (including new HVAC systems, heat pumps, insulation, window installation, and more) to make your home more comfortable and resilient while reducing your utility bills.
Self-Help Credit Union’s Green Loans are designed to serve many who are frequently shut out of mainstream financial institutions. Credit terms allow those with poor credit history to qualify and keep the loans affordable.
Click “Learn More” for details.
Low-interest loans with no minimum FICO score requirement to help Carolinians make clean energy and efficiency upgrades more affordable.
Financing for projects like solar, energy efficiency improvements, disability upgrades, or home electrification are available.
Homeowners and renters are eligible.
Click “Learn More” for details.
Pay for energy efficiency measures over time on your electric bill.
Pay for energy efficiency improvements over time on your electric bill, possibly even saving money immediately.
Any customer of Roanoke Electric Membership Cooperative and any Duke Energy residential customer in NC
Click “Learn More” for more details
A solar lease is a way for a homeowner to install solar with no upfront cost.
From now through at least 2027, this is an option for homeowners to lease (rather than purchase) solar and batteries with no upfront cost and possibly save money from day one.
You are eligible if you live in North Carolina, if you own the home where the solar is installed, and if it is a detached home. In most cases, you must have Duke Energy as your electric utility (contact the leasing company for other utilities). Renters qualify with permission of their landlord.
Currently only one company offers this lease. Click “Learn More” for a link to their website. We will add additional companies as others begin to offer residential leases.
Low-interest loans for energy efficiency upgrades to reduce your energy bills and also help the environment.
Loans are available for solar, electric vehicles, and energy saving upgrades (including new HVAC systems, heat pumps, insulation, window installation, and more) to make your home more comfortable and resilient while reducing your utility bills.
Self-Help Credit Union’s Green Loans are designed to serve many who are frequently shut out of mainstream financial institutions. Credit terms allow those with poor credit history to qualify and keep the loans affordable.
Click “Learn More” for details.
Individuals, businesses, and nonprofits can get significant tax credits for buying a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or installing EV chargers. You must sign a contract for the EV and put some money down by September 30, 2025. You must install the charger by June 30, 2026.
Individuals: up to $7,500 on new EVs, $4,000 on used EVs, $1,000 on a charger.
Businesses/nonprofits: up to $7,500 on new EVs, $40,000 on EVs > 14,000 lbs., $100,000 on chargers.
Charger credit applies only to chargers installed in low-income or non-urban areas.
Individuals (as of 2024, you qualify for the vehicle credit even if you don’t owe taxes; you receive the charger credit only up to the amount of tax you owe but you may carry over unused portions to future years).
Nonprofits receive full credit as direct payment.
Businesses up to the tax you owe (though you can carry over or sell unused credits).
Claim credits when you file your tax return. Nonprofits can receive the credit as a direct payment.
For individuals, starting in 2024, you can instead transfer your EV credit to the dealer, who will reduce the cost of the vehicle by that amount.
