The Heat Clean Program is now accepting applications! Please see the How to Participate section below to get started.
This voluntary program is designed to help households replace a wood-burning heater (either a fireplace or stove), with a more efficient electric heater (either an electric heat pump or electric fireplace insert).
Some households may qualify for a higher amount, an Enhanced Voucher, depending on the household’s location in a state-designated low-income or disadvantaged community, or based on the household’s income. Those who do not qualify for the Enhanced Voucher may qualify for the Standard Voucher. The maximum voucher amounts are listed below:
| Type of New Device: | Standard Voucher | Enhanced Voucher |
| Electric Air-source Heat Pump | up to $5,000 | up to $12,000 |
| Electric Fireplace Insert | up to $2,500 | up to $7,000 |
Natural gas inserts are not eligible under this program. The new heater must be installed by a participating installer and meet local fire and building codes. Do-it-yourself installations are not allowed under this program.
How to Participate
- Confirm Eligibility. Read the Program Terms on the Application to confirm your eligibility.
- Complete Application. Complete the Application and supporting documents including photographs of your current heater. Send completed application materials to the District by email at heatclean@sbcapcd.org (preferred) or mail or drop off in person to:
- Heat Clean Program, Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District, 260 N. San Antonio Road, Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 or
- Heat Clean Program, Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District, 1011 West McCoy Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93455.
- Receive Voucher and Contact Participating Installer. After we review your application and determine your eligibility, you will receive a voucher to be used with a Participating Installer. Do not begin work until you have received a voucher!
- Complete Project. Work with your participating installer to complete your changeout project. A building permit is required for your installation. Installation must be completed within 120 days of voucher issuance. The voucher amount will be applied as a discount at the time of sale.
- Enjoy! Your new electric heater is safe, efficient, improving air quality, and may save you on heating costs.
Program Materials
Owner Tenant Agreement (for rental homes)
En Espanol:
Instaladores Participantes del Programa
Acuerdo Entre Propietario e Inquilino
Program Contact
For inquires related to the District’s Heat Clean Program, please contact us via email at heatclean@sbcapcd.org or call (805) 979-8357.
Other Resources
Heat Pump Evaluation Tool by 3CE: estimates your cost and energy savings from switching to an electric heat pump.
The following programs can provide financial assistance with your electricity bill for income-qualified applicants. Please contact them directly:
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): provides financial assistance to help balance an eligible household’s utility bill.
- California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE): provides a 30-35% discount on your utility bill.
- Family Electric Rate Assistance Program (FERA): bills some of your electricity usage at a lower rate.
The Heat Clean Program is a part of California Climate Investments, a statewide program that puts cap-and-trade dollars to work.
