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The City of Ann Arbor dedicates approximately $1.9 million, funded by the 2022 Community Climate Action Millage, to home energy and electric lawn care rebates. Approximately 50% of the rebates are reserved for income qualified households.
| Category | Rebate Amount |
| Cold Climate Heat Pumps | Up to $5,500 |
| Ductwork | Up to $2,500 |
| Heat Pump Water Heater | Up to $2,000 |
| Induction Cooktops | Up to $750 |
| Heat Pump Dryers | Up to $500 |
| Electrical Panel Upgrades | Up to $2,000 |
| Battery Storage | Up to $3,500 |
| E-Bikes | Up to $1,000 |
| Insulation and Air Sealing | Up to $8,000 |
All rebates may not exceed 90% of measure or project cost.
| Equipment | Maximum Residential Rebate | Maximum Business Rebate |
| Snowblowers | $200 | $2,000 |
| Leaf blowers | $200 | $600 |
| Lawn mowers | $100 | $400 |
| Chainsaws | $50 | $150 |
| Hedge trimmers | $50 | $150 |
| Pole saws | $50 | $150 |
| String trimmers | $50 | $150 |
| Edgers | $50 | $150 |
| Brush cutters | $50 | $150 |
Rebates will be 50% of the cost of a piece of electrical equipment and 100% of the cost of a piece of manual equipment to a maximum of the above.
1. Determine if your project is eligible for a rebate
To be eligible for the A2ZERO Home Energy Rebate (HER) program, the following criteria must be met:
Rebates are not available for the following projects:
2. Review technical requirements for each project
| Category | Measure | Program Requirements | Market Rate Rebate | Income-Qualified Rebate |
| All Rebates May Not Exceed 90% of Measure or Project Cost | ||||
| Heat Pumps | Cold Climate Heat Pump (Central or Mini-Split) | Cold-Climate central ASHP and Cold-climate Mini-Spits: Must be listed on ashp.neep.org with a minimum SEER2 of 15.2 and HSPF2 of 8. Dual-fuel heat pumps are not eligible. Contractor installation, Manual J, and AHRI Certificate required. For centrally ducted systems, post-installation static pressure testing and documentation required. | $4,000 | $5,500 |
| Ductwork | Ductwork for Centrally ducted CC ASHP | Applicable to existing ductwork modifications only. Must modify ductwork to improve airflow and support proper heat pump operation within manufacturer static pressure specifications. Minor improvements such as duct sealing, taping, mastic application, or insulation alone are not eligible. Contractor installation, itemized invoice, and before-and-after photos of modified ductwork required. | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Water Heating | Heat Pump Water Heater | Must have a Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 2.0 or higher. Contractor installation required. | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Cooking and Appliances | Induction Cooktop or Range | Must be at least 30 inches wide with four burners. Portable units are not eligible. | $500 | $750 |
| Heat Pump Dryer | ENERGY STAR certified heat pump dryer. Must replace an existing dryer. | $300 | $500 | |
| Electrical Upgrades | Electric Panel Upgrade | Replacement of main service panel (minimum 200A) or addition of sub-panel. Not eligible for new construction. Contractor installation required. | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Battery Storage | Battery Storage | Battery storage must have capacity of at least 13 kWh. Contractor installation required. | $2,000 | $3,500 |
| E-Bike | E-Bike | UL 2849 certified. Motor ≤750W, not gas-powered. No retrofit kits. 3 wheels or less and have operable pedals. Includes all three classes. | 50% of bicycle cost, up to $250 | 50% of bicycle cost, up to $1,000 |
| Insulation | Attic Insulation | Minimum 500 sq. ft., R30 initial value or less, R49+ final value. Contractor installation required. | $500 | $1,000 |
| Wall Insulation | Minimum 250 sq. ft., R7 initial value or less, R13+ final value. Contractor installation required. | $500 | $1,000 | |
| Crawl Space Insulation | Minimum 100 sq. ft., R6 initial value or less, R10+ final value. Contractor installation required. | $500 | $1,000 | |
| Rim/Band Joist Insulation | Minimum 50 sq. ft., R0 initial value, R10+ final value with air sealing. Contractor installation required. | $500 | $1,000 | |
| Basement Wall Insulation | Minimum 200 sq. ft., R0 initial value, R10+ final value. Contractor installation required. | $500 | $1,000 | |
| Air Sealing | Air Sealing | Pre- and post-blower door testing required. Must achieve at least a 20% reduction. Contractor installation required. | $500 | $1,000 |
| Insulation + Air Sealing Bonus | Combined Insulation & Air Sealing | Complete two insulation measures and 20% air sealing to qualify. | $1,500 | $2,000 |
3. Determine if you qualify for an income-qualified or market-rate rebate
The A2ZERO Home Energy Rebate Program offers higher dollar amounts for income-eligible individuals to help offset the costs associated with energy efficiency and electrification projects. These enhanced rebates are designed to make clean energy technologies more accessible to all residents, particularly those with lower incomes.
| Persons in Household | Income Limit |
| 1 | 105,750.00 |
| 2 | 120,900.00 |
| 3 | 135,975.00 |
| 4 | 151,050.00 |
| 5 | 163,200.00 |
| 6 | 175,275.00 |
| 7 | 187,350.00 |
| 8 | 199,425.00 |
The A2ZERO Home Energy Rebate Program offers a rebate reservation system to help ensure funds are available for your project when you need them.
Once your income-qualification has been confirmed, or you confirm you are eligible for market-rate rebates, select the measures you are interested in and reserve rebate funds. Complete the Rebate Reservation Application online or by submitting a PDF of the Rebate Reservation Application by email, mail, or fax. Provide your personal details and information about the planned project, including the type of equipment or measures you intend to install. Submit the application. You will receive a Rebate Reservation Code by email if your application is approved. Approval may take up to 10 business days.
Once your rebate is reserved, you or your contractor will have 90 days to complete the project.
Note: Contractors can also claim the rebate on behalf of residents. They can apply the rebate amount as a deduction from the total cost of the eligible measures, making the process even easier for residents. In order for a contractor to claim the rebate, the invoice must show that the full amount of the rebate has been deducted from the total cost of the project.
Once you have your reservation code, complete your project within 90 days of rebate reservation approval. Ensure all work is completed by a licensed contractor and collect all necessary supporting documentation.
6. Submit your full application
Fill Out the full Rebate Application Form. Be sure to submit all required documentation as part of your application.
PDF Rebate Application Form (must be submitted by email, mail, or fax)
Your application will be reviewed for completeness and eligibility. If any information is missing, the program support team will contact you to request the necessary details. If applying online, you will receive a confirmation email when your application is received.
Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive your rebate check within 6-8 weeks.
1. Determine if your project is eligible for a rebate
To be eligible for the A2ZERO Home Energy Rebate (HER) program, the following criteria must be met:
Rebates are not available for the following projects:
2. Review technical requirements for each project
3. Determine if you qualify for an income-qualified or market-rate rebate
The A2ZERO Home Energy Rebate Program offers higher dollar amounts for income-eligible individuals to help offset the costs associated with energy efficiency and electrification projects. These enhanced rebates are designed to make clean energy technologies more accessible to all residents, particularly those with lower incomes.
| Persons in Household | Income Limit |
| 1 | 105,750.00 |
| 2 | 120,900.00 |
| 3 | 135,975.00 |
| 4 | 151,050.00 |
| 5 | 163,200.00 |
| 6 | 175,275.00 |
| 7 | 187,350.00 |
| 8 | 199,425.00 |
The A2ZERO Home Energy Rebate Program offers a rebate reservation system to help ensure funds are available for your project when you need them.
Once your income-qualification has been confirmed, or you confirm you are eligible for market-rate rebates, select the measures you are interested in and reserve rebate funds. Complete the Rebate Reservation Application online or by submitting a PDF of the Rebate Reservation Application by email, mail, or fax. Provide your personal details and information about the planned project, including the type of equipment or measures you intend to install. Submit the application. You will receive a Rebate Reservation Code by email if your application is approved. Approval may take up to 10 business days.
Once your rebate is reserved, you or your contractor will have 90 days to complete the project.
Note: Contractors can also claim the rebate on behalf of residents. They can apply the rebate amount as a deduction from the total cost of the eligible measures, making the process even easier for residents. In order for a contractor to claim the rebate, the invoice must show that the full amount of the rebate has been deducted from the total cost of the project.
Once you have your reservation code, complete your project within 90 days of rebate reservation approval. Ensure all work is completed by a licensed contractor and collect all necessary supporting documentation.
6. Submit your full application
Fill Out the full Rebate Application Form. Be sure to submit all required documentation as part of your application.
PDF Rebate Application Form (must be submitted by email, mail, or fax)
Your application will be reviewed for completeness and eligibility. If any information is missing, the program support team will contact you to request the necessary details. If applying online, you will receive a confirmation email when your application is received.
Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive your rebate check within 6-8 weeks.
Electric Lawn Care Rebates
Interested in going electric for your yard care needs, improving health, reducing emissions, and making less noise in the process? Get started today with rebates from the City of Ann Arbor's Office of Sustainability and Innovations!
1. Determine if you are eligible for a rebate
Residents
Businesses
Rebates will be 50% of the cost of a piece of electrical equipment and 100% of the cost of a piece of manual equipment to a maximum of the following:
| Equipment | Maximum Residential Rebate | Maximum Business Rebate |
| Snowblowers | $200 | $2,000 |
| Leaf blowers | $200 | $600 |
| Lawn mowers | $100 | $400 |
| Chainsaws | $50 | $150 |
| Hedge trimmers | $50 | $150 |
| Pole saws | $50 | $150 |
| String trimmers | $50 | $150 |
| Edgers | $50 | $150 |
| Brush cutters | $50 | $150 |
If equipment is not purchased as a part of a battery/charger kit, the cost of two batteries and one charger may be added to the equipment cost when calculating the rebate amount
Complete the Rebate Reservation Application online or by submitting a PDF of the Rebate Reservation Application by email, mail, or fax. Provide your personal details and information about the planned project, including the type of equipment or measures you intend to install. Submit the application. You will receive a Rebate Reservation Code by email if your application is approved. Approval may take up to 10 business days.
4. Trade in your gas-powered equipment
Gas-powered equipment must be taken to Recycle Ann Arbor’s Drop Off Station. Before taking gas equipment to Recycle Ann Arbor, remember to drain it of all fluids (gasoline and oil) or it will not be accepted. Recycle Ann Arbor will provide proof of trade-in via a confirmation form with one form provided per gas-powered piece of equipment dropped off. Please remember to request this form at the drop off station. The confirmation form must be submitted via email within 21 days of receiving the reservation application approval email.
5. Submit your full application
Fill Out the full Rebate Application Form. Be sure to submit all required documentation as part of your application.
PDF Residential Rebate Application Form (must be submitted by email, mail, or fax)
PDF Business/Commercial Rebate Application Form (must be submitted by email, mail, or fax)
Your application will be reviewed for completeness and eligibility. If any information is missing, the program support team will contact you to request the necessary details. If applying online, you will receive a confirmation email when your application is received.
Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive your rebate check within 6-8 weeks.
Looking for information on pollinator aware yard care?
More information on how to support our local pollinators through pollinator friendly lawn care practices can be found on our pollinator aware yard care webpage.
Looking for information on the gas leaf blower ordinance?
More information on the gas leaf blower ordinance can be found on our gas leaf blower phase out webpage.
Rebates Redeemed
Questions? Need Help Applying?
Questions about the program overall?
Contact the Office of Sustainability and Innovations:
Email: sustainability@a2gov.org.
Questions about your application, status, or technical requirements?
