Get "Green" for 'Going Green'

There are many reason why people choose to build and live in ways that help the environment or reduce overall consumption of resources. These reasons can include, wanting to 'save the planet' or 'reduce carbon emissions' or reduce money spent on utilities. Whatever your reason, there are ways to help you get money back for choosing efficiency upgrades to your home. There are rebates from power companies such as Georgia Power and Cartersville Electric System. There are also tax rebates from the federal government.
Georgia Power offers many different incentives for energy efficient upgrades, such as a $400 rebate for converting an old gas furnace to a high efficiency heat pump system. Also, up to $2200 back if you choose improvements based on a whole house approach. A water heater can account for a lot of the power consumption in your house, Georgia Power offers a rebate on Marathon Water heater of $525.
The federal government through the EPA and the Energy Star program offer tax credits for energy efficient upgrades. These credits apply to upgrades in HVAC, insulation, water heaters, and other items listed on their website.
For any reason you choose to 'go green' let these programs help you keep more of your "green" in your pockets.