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Central Air Conditioner Retrofit: Open

Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. Effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, or while funding lasts.

Serves: Hawai‘i, Lāna‘i, Maui, Moloka‘i and O‘ahu.

Do I Qualify

  • You must have a residential electric account that contributes to the Public Benefits Fund.
  • A participating contractor must obtain a work order before installation.
  • Newly constructed homes do not qualify.

How Much Comes Off

Central Air Conditioner Retrofit — program page · rebate chart
EquipmentRequirementAmount
Central air conditioner replacementOld outdoor unit ≤13.0 SEER. New indoor and outdoor units ≥15.2 SEER2. Split ducted or single-package central AC below 65,000 BTU/H.$1,250 per system

Valid from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.

Who Files It

The participating contractor submits the signed application and invoice.

The money is paid to the contractor.

The Steps to Apply

  1. Choose a participating central AC retrofit contractor. Contractor requirements.
  2. Have the contractor obtain approval before replacing the system.
  3. Check that the contractor deducts the rebate from your invoice.
  4. Have the contractor submit the paperwork within thirty days of purchase. Rebate application.

Read on October 22, 2026 from the Hawaii Energy page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.