Appliance Rebates
Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant is pleased to offer rebates to customers purchasing selected energy efficient ENERGY STAR appliances, defined by the Department of Energy (DOE) as being significantly more energy efficient than the average comparable model.
Energy Star Appliances
To apply for a rebate, you must provide a paid sales receipt within the current calendar year OR three (3) months from the date of purchase, the Energy Star certificate, and proof of disposal for refrigerators (if applicable).
The Advantages to Buying EnergyStar
- Potential savings in energy costs of 15 – 50%
- Reduction of energy consumption and need for additional generation
- Decrease in pollution from fossil fuels used to generate electricity
Eligible Appliances
Only selected ENERGY STAR appliances are eligible for rebates. Appliances that may qualify will have the ENERGY STAR logo in the bottom-right corner of the appliance’s yellow EnergyGuide label. Rebates are paid out at 50% of the total item’s cost up to a maximum annual amount as listed below.
Item | Incentive | Rebate Limits |
---|---|---|
WIFI-enabled heat pump/solar hot water heater | $500 | Lifetime max. $500 |
Heat pump dryer | $300 | Lifetime max. $300 |
Induction stove | $300 | Lifetime max. $300 |
WIFI-enabled smart thermostat | $100 | Annual max. $200 |
Programmable thermostat | $50 | |
Central AC (SEER efficiency rating 16.5+) | $50 | |
Air purifier | $40 | |
Dehumidifier | $25 | |
Clothes washer | $25 | |
Refrigerator (with proof of removal) | $25 |
For heating and cooling rebates, please see our heat pump program.
Apply for a Rebate
Complete the ENTIRE form and click SUBMIT at the bottom of the screen. If you successfully complete the application, you will receive a confirmation email back within an hour. If you do not receive an email confirmation or require technical assistance, please call our office at 781-749-0134 or email rebates@hmlp.com. HMLP will respond to your rebate submission within ten (10) business days. Approved rebates equal to or less than $500 will be issued as a credit on the electric account and rebates greater than $500 will be issued a refund check.