The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is hosting an informational update session on the High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebates (HEEHR) Program for Indian Tribes (formerly known as the Tribal Home Energy and Appliance Rebate [THEAR] Program). This program will distribute up to $218.5 million in non-competitive formula grants to support residential energy efficiency upgrades, lower energy utility burdens, and enhance infrastructure resilience in Tribal communities across Indian Country.

Background

Authorized under the Inflation Reduction Act, the Tribal HEEHR Program empowers Tribal Nations to develop and execute customized home energy upgrade programs. The DOE recently released updated guidance under Program Notice 26-3, which officially reopened and extended the program application deadline to December 11, 2026.

During this webinar, the DOE Home Energy Rebates Team will present an overview of the revamped program structure, review the specific guidance revisions outlined in Program Notice 26-3, outline next steps for application processing, and host a dedicated Questions & Answers session. For questions regarding program updates or technical assistance, contact the DOE Home Energy Rebates Team at IRAHomeRebates@hq.doe.gov.