Looking to Save a Little Green by Going "Green"?

Most of us are aware of the Federal tax credit that allows us to save 30% (up to $1,500) on eligible energy-saving improvements (more information available at irs.gov).  But were you aware that there are many more programs available at the state and local level?  To save you time and effort, I have gathered a few of them together along with links where you can find out much more:

Here is a link to the Consumer Incentives page on the Tax Incentives Assistance Project. Also of interest is the residential PDF flyer available on the website's home page.

This is a useful table from Energy Star detailing home improvement tax credits, their specifications, and other information.

This is a Solar Rebates program described by the Connecticut Clean Energy Fund. Use the menu at the left to see more information about the program.

The CT Solar Lease program is a program that makes solar energy available to moderate income homeowners in Connecticut.

This page from the Energy Star website gives suggestions for reducing high energy bills to save consumers money and use less energy without sacrificing comfort.

This page from the Connecticut Light & Power website gives an overview of and links for the different services or rebates that CL&P offers for making a house more energy efficient.

The United Illuminating Company gives information on many energy- and money-saving programs including UI Helps, an assistance program, an Energy Star incentives chart, a comprehensive service to help lower energy bills, and information on major appliances by Energy Star.