Residential Energy Upgrade Program (RE-UP)
If you are a Nevada resident, RE-UP connects you with financial and technical assistance for energy efficiency and clean energy upgrades in your home that can help you save on your utility bills. RE-UP offers unsecured loans at affordable rates for air conditioning, heating, heat pumps, insulation, roofing, solar, and other measures. RE-UP vets licensed contractors. RE-UP also supports you in accessing federal and utility incentives. Find out more below, including using Rewiring America's incentive calculator to check your eligibility for federal and utility incentives. Sign up for our newsletter or follow us on X for updates. Email us directly at greenloans@nevadacef.org.
Federal Incentives
The Inflation Reduction Act includes significant federal tax credits and rebates for measures such as heat pumps, insulation, solar, electric vehicles (EVs), and more.
RE-UP Loans
RE-UP offers unsecured loans at affordable rates to homeowners of all income levels. RE-UP considers factors other than credit score when assessing a homeowner's eligibility for a loan.
Find Contractors
RE-UP vets licensed HVAC, solar, and other energy contractors. Be sure to use a contractor certified by the Nevada State Contractors Board for the measure the contractor is installing.
Solar Consumer Protections
If you are considering installing solar on your home, or if you have issues with your existing rooftop solar, learn about your rights in Nevada and solar consumer protections.
Weatherization Assistance
The Weatherization Assistance Program provides homeowners and renters at or below 200% of the federal poverty line with free home energy upgrades.
NV Energy
NV Energy offers residents a free home energy assessment & smart thermostat, incentives for efficient A/C units, and more. If NV Energy is not your utility, reach out to your local utility.
Rebuilding Together
Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada and Northern Nevada are nonprofit organizations that provide critical home repairs, including energy upgrades, to low-income Nevadans.
Rural Support from USDA
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development offers grants and loans for homeowners, including for home repairs such as weatherization, roof repair, and more.
Energy Efficient Mortgage
HUD's Federal Housing Administration insures mortgages for families to finance energy efficiency improvements in their homes. Click below to see the list of approved lenders.
Energy Saving Tips
Access energy-saving tips and resources, including steps you can take in your home and energy-efficient appliance standards such as ENERGY STAR® and DOE's Energy Saver.
Understand Energy Learning Hub
Stanford University's Understand Energy Learning Hub provides free access to energy education. Learn about building efficiency, solar, geothermal, and other clean energy measures.
