Jeremy Hogan
Written from press release
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — The City of Bloomington is accepting applications for its 2026 Bloomington Green Home Improvement Program, a rebate program for homeowners who install solar panels, battery storage and energy-efficiency upgrades.
The program offers rebates for solar panels, battery energy storage systems, Level 2 electric vehicle chargers, heat pumps, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, energy-efficient door and window replacements, and attic insulation projects.
City officials said the program is intended to advance Bloomington’s environmental and economic equity goals and reduce communitywide fossil fuel energy use.
Rebate amounts vary by income and project type. The general population is eligible for rebates equal to 25% of a project’s cost, up to a maximum amount based on the project type. Low-income applicants are eligible for larger rebates equal to 40% of the project cost, also up to a project-based maximum. A low-income household, for example, may receive up to $10,000 for a solar panel installation, according to the city.
Residents who own and occupy a home within Bloomington city limits may apply through the city’s BGHIP website. Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, and the city recommends applying before starting a project to make sure funding is available.
Applications require a project quote from a contractor. Projects already completed in 2026 are also eligible for the rebate. Recipients will be reimbursed after submitting a completed invoice to the city.
The city also encouraged residents to seek other financial incentives that may be combined with the BGHIP rebate. Duke Energy offers rebates through its Smart $aver program for eligible energy-efficiency upgrades. The Indiana Office of Energy Development also launched the Indiana Energy Saver Program to distribute HOMES and HEAR home energy-efficiency rebates. Certain expenses for low-income households may qualify for rebates covering 100% of project costs through the Indiana Energy Saver Program.
Bloomington has also partnered with Clean Energy Credit Union and Hoosier Hills Credit Union to offer loans with a 0.5% bought-down interest rate for BGHIP rebate recipients.
“The City of Bloomington is working hard to increase clean energy sources and cut down on greenhouse gas emissions in our community,” said Jolie Perry, sustainability program coordinator. “Our homes and buildings are still the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions here. With BGHIP, we’re here to support residents who take steps to make their homes more energy efficient.”
More information is available at bloomington.in.gov/sustainability/bghip.
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