Dishwashers have become essential appliances in the homes of many consumers. Consequently, many are seeking ways to save money in the form of rebates. In addition to the Cash for Appliances program, many companies are offering additional incentives to purchase their products.

1. Go to ENERGY STAR.gov.
2. Under "Products", click on "Rebate Finder."
3. Enter your zip code.
4. Check the products that you're looking for.

DISCLAIMER: "Please note that not all ENERGY STAR partners sponsor rebates or special offers. Also, not all utilities, state or local governments, or energy-efficiency groups are ENERGY STAR partners. US EPA and US DOE do not sponsor special offers or rebates and are not responsible for determining eligibility or fulfillment."[1]

As part of the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA), a stimulus bill passed in February, Cash for Appliances has set aside $300 million to encourage consumers to purchase large appliances with the help of rebates. The DOE has set a deadline of October 15 for each state and territory to file a formal application to participate in the program, which would provide rebates of between $50 and $200 for appliances that feature the ENERGY STAR rating. However, unlike Cash for Clunkers, consumers are not required to trade in their old appliances.[1]

Each state or territory will receive an allocation proportionate to its population, with Califorinia receiving the greatest allocation and the Virgin Islands receiving the least. Moreover, each state will be able to establish its own rules for distributing the money.[2]

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