LINCOLN (AP) — Nebraskans have used up the $1.7 million available for rebates on energy-efficient appliances.
The Nebraska Energy Office reported Monday that the money ran out early Saturday, about four days after the program began.
Similar programs in other states have lasted for months, in others just a matter of days. Iowa's money was used up in hours.
The rebates of $100 to $250 are mainly paid for with federal stimulus dollars meant to jolt the economy.
There are six Energy Star products the rebates will be applied to: central air conditioners; clothes washers; refrigerators; dishwashers; air-source heat pumps; and natural gas and propane furnaces.
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