Income-qualified rebates

Households that meet income limits can get higher rebate amounts. Some rebates are only available to income-qualified applicants.

Two income tiers

The program has 2 income tiers. Your tier determines how much you qualify for.

Moderate-income

Households earning 120% or less of Alameda County's Area Median Income (AMI).

Low-income

Households that qualify for California's CARE or FERA discounted utility rate programs.

Income limits

Rebate project Standard Moderate-income
1 person $54,100 $136,750
2 people $54,100 $156,300
3 people $68,300 $175,800
4 people $82,500 $195,350
5 people $96,700 $211,000
6 people $110,900 $226,600
7 people $125,100 $242,250
8 people $139,300 $257,850

FPG = Federal Poverty Guidelines. AMI = Area Median Income.

How to verify your income

To apply for an income-qualified rebate amount, submit an Income Verification Form along with supporting documents. What you need depends on your tier.

Moderate-income applicants

  • Income Verification Form
  • A copy of the most recently filed Form 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ for all people living at the property — include only the pages showing income and the signature page
  • If you don't file a tax return, contact us to discuss alternative ways to document your income

Low-income applicants (CARE or FERA)

  • Income Verification Form
  • Plus one of the following:
    • A recent utility bill showing your CARE or FERA discounted rate
    • A copy of the most recently filed Form 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ for all people living at the property — include only the pages showing income and the signature page
  • If you don't file a tax return, contact us to discuss alternative ways to document your income

Income-qualified rebate amounts

These are the higher amounts available to qualifying households. Review rebate amounts and requirements for full details on each rebate, including equipment standards.

Rebate category Rebate project Standard Moderate-income Low-income
Heat pump for space heating and cooling Ducted system or ductless system with 3+ indoor mini-split units Not eligible $1,500 $3,000
Ductless system with 1-2 indoor mini-split units Not eligible $750 $1,500
Heat pump water heater Heat pump water heater $800 $1,600 $2,000
Solar & battery Solar and battery (combined) $2,000 $3,000 $5,000
Battery storage system $1,000 $1,500 $2,500
Electrical panel improvements Main panel service upgrade $900 $1,800 $2,250
Smart panel $900 $1,800 $2,250
Gas meter removal Gas meter removal $2,500 $2,500 $2,500

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