Incentives, tax breaks will make changes more affordable
RALEIGH – A “green” home may soon be within budget. North Carolina homeowners will be able to take advantage of the same kinds of financial subsidies that have helped residents in other states retrofit their homes with solar panels and other energy-saving devices.
Prodded by public demand, utility companies in this state are beginning to roll out conservation programs to subsidize the cost of “green” upgrades in the home. State regulators this month approved financial incentives to help natural gas customers offset the cost of energy-efficient furnaces and water heaters. Similar incentives are expected to be approved soon for Progress Energy’s customers to upgrade to more efficient electric appliances….
