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Blue Ridge Energy Smart Rebates: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. Rebates are available for residential members only.
Serves: Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, and parts of Wilkes, Avery, and Alexander counties.
Do I Qualify
- Be the member of record for an active residential electric account.
- The old central AC or heat pump must have a SEER rating no greater than 13.
- For geothermal replacement, the old unit must have an EER rating no greater than 17.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| High Efficiency Heat Pump | 16 SEER/15.2 SEER 2 or greater | $150 per system |
| Mini-Split | 16 SEER/15.2 SEER 2 or greater | $150 per system |
| Geothermal Heat Pump | 19 SEER/18.1 SEER 2 or greater | $250 per system |
Who Files It
The residential member submits the rebate form, invoice and AHRI certificate.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Keep the detailed installation invoice and AHRI certificate.
- Send the completed form and supporting documents to rebates@blueridgeenergy.com. Get the rebate form.
- Blue Ridge Energy applies the rebate to the electric bill.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Blue Ridge Energy page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.