Climate Ready Energy Rebate 2026

The Village of Oak Park Climate Ready Energy Rebate Program (“Program”) was established to provide financial assistance to Owner(s) who desire to replace or reduce natural gas combustion in their homes. The program is a complement to the Climate Ready Energy Grants and Climate Ready Energy Loans. Electrification of home in Oak Park requires replacing appliances which are not allowable under the Grant and Loan program. The allowable appliances under this rebate program include electric heat pump dryers, induction cooktops, and window heat pumps.

This Program covers installed appliances. The following are Eligible Costs that may be covered as part of this program and Rebate Amount. Heat Pump Clothes Dryer - $300 Induction Cooktop and Ranges - $400 Saddle-Style Window Heat Pump - $500 The rebate amount may not exceed the cost paid for the appliance minus Utility rebates. Only the costs of the purchase of the covered appliances will be considered for the value of the rebate. Costs associated with installation are not eligible. Costs associated with updating electrical panels or wiring to support the appliances may be eligible for a grant or loan through the separate grant or loan application.

The following are the steps to take to participate in the Program. 1. The property owner(s) must purchase and pay for the eligible appliances and install them in a property(ies) that they own within the Village of Oak Park. 2. The property owner(s) must apply for ComEd rebates for the eligible appliances when available. 3. The property owner will submit an application to the Village which will include the following: a. Owner name b. Owner mailing address c. Address where appliance was installed d. Itemized proof of purchase (dated within 2026) showing appliance type, manufacturer, and model number (and serial number, if available) e. Proof of ComEd rebates received (when available) f. Photo of the installed appliance including the appliance nameplate/label showing model/serial number.