The Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) offers interest rate reductions to home buyers purchasing new and existing homes with 6 Star and 5 Star Plus energy ratings, or making energy improvements to existing homes. All homes constructed after 1992 must meet the AFHC Building Energy Efficiency Standard (BEES). New construction must exceed the minimum BEES requirements. Any property that can be energy rated and is otherwise eligible for AHFC financing may qualify for this program.

For new and existing home purchases that are rated 6 Star or 5 Star Plus, applicants are eligible for an interest rate reduction for the

Black Hills Energy offers cash rebates to residential customers who purchase and install energy efficient equipment in their homes. For more information on specific rebates, program terms and guidelines, and to access application forms, visit the program website or contact the utility directly.

Distributed Solar Solutions (DSS) is a TVA pilot program designed to encourage solar energy projects that are directed by its local power company (LPC) partners. 

Only solar photovoltaic systems qualify for Distributed Solar Solutions, and they must generate between 50 kW and 2 MW of electricity. Qualified applicants must apply through their local power company—or may be a local power company. There will be a total capacity offering of 10 MW for calendar year 2017. LPCs or other developers with projects less than or equal to 50 kW should investigate TVA’s Green Power Providers program. 

Seller must convey to TVA all

Duke Energy Progress offers an incentive to residential customers for improving the energy efficiency of homes. To qualify, the home must meet the standards of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star-labeled home program and be verified by a registered third party. Customers with eligible houses will receive a 5% discount on monthly electric bills from Duke Energy Progress. Contact Duke Energy Progress for more information on this incentive program.

Virginia's solar easement law is similar to those in effect in other states. The Virginia Solar Easements Act of 1978 allows property owners to create binding solar easements for the purpose of protecting and maintaining proper access to sunlight. Easements must be executed in writing and must include:

• The vertical and horizontal angles, expressed in degrees, at which the solar easement extends over the real property subject to the solar easement;
• Any terms or conditions or both under which the solar easement is granted or will be terminated; and
• Any provisions for compensation of the owner of the property subject

Mississippi Power offers loans to residential customers to help pay for energy efficiency upgrades. The loan can be used for heat pumps, heating & cooling systems, electric water heaters, electric cooling if included with electric heat or electric hot water heating, thermal improvements, duct sealing and infiltration control insulation, storm doors, and Energy Star windows. Interest rates can be as low as 9.9% and the term can be 2, 4, 5 or 6 years. The web site contains an application that must be filled out and either faxed or mailed to Mississippi Power. See the program web site for loan

Customers who build Power Miser certified homes are eligible for a $1,500 rebate and a 10 percent discount on their electric utility bills from November through April for the first five years in the home.

To participate in the Power Miser program, your new home must receive service from Cleco, be heated by a central heat pump, and have all electric water heating.

After the home is complete, you must submit a Power Miser Verification Form and all required documentation to Cleco within 45 days of Certificate of Occupancy Issue Date.

Alabama Power offers low-interest loans to residential customers to purchase and install new heat pumps. The loans require no money down and can be used to finance an air source, geothermal or dual-fuel heat pump. The loans can also be used to cover associated water heating costs and wiring installations. Additionally, heat pump installation can be combined with weatherization measures, including insulation, storm windows and doors, and attic ventilation. Plus, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaners, and duct cleaning can be combined with these loans as well. Contact Alabama Power at 1-800-990-APCO (2726) or see the program web site for more information.

The Laclede Gas Company offers two loan programs for customers to improve energy efficiency.

The Insulation Financing Program loans funds to qualifying residential customers who meet standard credit requirements for insulation improvements to homes, up to $2,000 at a 3% annual interest rate. To apply, contact Laclede Gas.

The EnergyWise Dealer Program loans funds up to $10,000 to qualifying residential and commercial customers for the purchase of energy-efficient gas furnaces, gas appliances, and air conditioners. The program has an overall limit of four heating systems per customer. A down payment of 5% is required of participants. Eligible customers should contact

Evergy's thermostat program offers free and discounted smart thermostats as well as a $100 bonus. See the website for additional details.