The Department of Energy under the Trump administration has restarted federal energy rebate programs with controversial changes, including eliminating rebates for switching from fossil fuels to electric heating and removing diversity and equity considerations. The $8.8 billion in funding, previously blocked by Trump's executive order, was restored after legal challenges from states. Environmental advocates criticize the new guidelines as illegal and harmful to families seeking energy-efficient upgrades.
Background
The Inflation Reduction Act included significant funding for home energy efficiency rebates, which was temporarily blocked by a Trump executive order before being restored through legal action. These programs are part of broader efforts to promote clean energy adoption and reduce carbon emissions.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Jun 2, 2026 at 09:29 PM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10