California is rolling out a historic set of energy rebates and incentives funded by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)—but not all programs are live yet.
This tracker keeps you updated on the status of the HEEHRA, HOMES, and CA-TREC programs so you know exactly what’s available now and what to expect next.
Current Status of IRA-Funded Energy Rebate Programs
| Program | Status (as of April 2025) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| HEEHRA (Home Electrification) | ✅ Reopened | Available for income-qualified households through TECH Clean California |
| HOMES (Whole-Home Efficiency) | 🚧 In Development | CEC received $291M award; program design expected Summer 2025 |
| CA-TREC (Contractor Training) | 🚧 In Development | $10.3M award received; incentives expected to launch in 2025 |
Key Milestones and Timeline
Here’s a timeline of major announcements, funding approvals, and rollout events related to California’s energy incentive programs:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 2022 | Inflation Reduction Act signed into law |
| June 2024 | California awarded $290M for HEEHRA Phase I |
| October 2024 | HEEHRA Phase I launched for multifamily and low-income homes |
| February 2025 | HEEHRA paused due to federal funding freeze |
| March 2025 | HEEHRA resumed; new reservations now accepted |
| April 2025 | CEC begins HOMES program implementation |
How to Stay Informed
To get the latest updates, you can:
- Subscribe to the CEC’s Federal IRA Residential Incentives email list
- Follow announcements from TECH Clean California
- Bookmark this page—we update it as soon as new info is released
Final Thoughts
California is leading the way in implementing IRA-backed energy incentives—but program rollouts are happening in phases. Use this page to keep track of what’s active now, what’s launching soon, and how you can benefit from rebates, training, and whole-home upgrades.