The Department of Energy announced that $300 million in funding will be allocated for the "Cash for Clunkers Appliances" program.http://www.energy.gov/news2009/7634.htm The allocation of funds will be based on each state's population, which will give California the largest share of the stimulus money.http://www.energy.gov/news2009/documents2009/EE_EnergyStar_State_Allocations.pdf

The states will submit a plan to the Department of Energy specifying which Energy Star appliances to include in their programs, how much of a rebate each appliance category will receive, how the rebates will be processed, and their plan for recycling old appliances.http://www.energy.gov/news2009/7634.htm

Under the "Cash for Clunkers Appliances" program, consumers will receive up to $200 towards the purchase of an energy-efficient appliance such as refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, air conditioners, and furnaces. The program is designed to improve household energy efficiency and stimulate the economy by boosting appliance sales. To qualify for the appliance rebate program, consumers are required to purchase an appliance with an Energy Star seal and will receive $50 to $200 off the purchase price. And unlike the Cash for Clunkers program, consumers will not have to trade in their old appliances to get the rebate.http://marketplace.publicradio.org/display/web/2009/08/20/am-energy-efficient-appliances-q/