Home energy rebates in Illinois
The federal Home Energy Rebates program in Illinois has not opened yet, as the state's official page showed on October 22, 2026. The federal tax credits for heat pumps, insulation, solar panels and electric vehicles have ended.
- State and utility programs
- Checked October 22, 2026
Federal Home Energy Rebates in Illinois
Illinois plans to give 100% of rebate funds at first to low-income households (under 80% of area median income). Illinois Home Energy Rebates page.
HOMES rebates pay for whole-home projects by the energy they save. HEAR rebates pay for heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, electric stoves and dryers, electric panels, wiring and insulation, mostly for homes with low or moderate income. In most states you must use a contractor that the program approves, and apply before the work starts.
Federal tax credits
The federal tax credits for heat pumps and insulation (25C) and for solar panels and batteries (25D) ended for projects completed after December 31, 2025. The credits for new and used electric vehicles ended for vehicles bought after September 30, 2025, and the credit for home EV chargers ended for chargers placed in service after June 30, 2026. Source: IRS FS-2025-05 (August 21, 2025).
Before you buy
- Check that the program is open and that you qualify, and get the approval before the work if the program asks for it.
- Compare the running cost: see the solar savings calculator, the appliance cost calculator and the EV charging cost at your utility's rates.
- More about Illinois: electric rates, natural gas bills and help paying the bill.
Sources: the Illinois Home Energy Rebates page, checked October 22, 2026. Programs open, close and change: check the official page before you buy. This is general information, not tax advice.