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0
Active programs for new ENERGY STAR units.
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STATE REBATES · 1 UTILITY · 1 PROGRAMS
Rhode Island
Refrigerator & freezer rebates in Rhode Island
1 utility offer refrigerator and freezer rebates up to $50 on ENERGY STAR appliances in Rhode Island. At 31.16¢/kWh, upgrading saves you $374/year.
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MAX REBATE
$50
Highest active rebate across Rhode Island utilities.
Source: Utility rebate programs
RECYCLING REBATES
1
Free pickup + cash for an old fridge or freezer.
Source: Utility rebate programs
FIRST-YEAR BENEFIT
$424
Rebate + estimated energy savings in year one.
Source: DOE × EIA × utility
Rhode Island HEAR (Home Energy Rebates) status
Program status
OpenHome Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) — RI Office of Energy Resources
Refrigerators
Not coveredOfficial source
State program pageRhode Island’s income-eligible HEAR pathway launched 09/17/2024 (first in New England) and is operating; a Retail Pathway Pilot is live in specific municipalities (materials dated June 2026) with the full retail pathway slated for 2026. Applications must be pre-approved by OER before purchase. The companion HOMES program has not launched.
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CLIMATE-AWARE PICKS
Rhode Island is a mixed-humid climate zone.
Different climates favor different fridge styles. These collections are curated for Rhode Island's mixed-humid climate, factoring ambient temperature swings, garage placement viability, and seasonal compressor load.
Frequently asked questions about Rhode Island (RI) rebates
At 31.16¢/kWh, absolutely. According to Fridge.com, Rhode Island has one of the highest electricity rates in the country. An old refrigerator costs approximately $530/year to run—a new Energy Star model costs just $156/year. Combined with your utility's rebate, you'll save $424 in your first year alone.
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