Arcadians Qualify for Electric Lawn Mower Rebate

Scrap your old gas-guzzler for a new electric mower. – Courtesy photo

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) offers a year-round electric lawn mower rebate program for residents of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Residents can purchase a new, cordless electric lawn mower, scrap their old gas mower and receive a rebate check based on the purchase price of the newly purchased electric mower.

You can help improve air quality and receive a rebate by participating in the electric lawnmower rebate program. You can apply online at aqmd.gov/lawnmower.

Summary of rebate information:

• After-purchase rebates are $150, $200 or $250, depending on the purchase price of the new electric lawnmower.
• Over 20 electric lawn mower models are available for residential use.
• Purchases can be made in-store or online.
• Old gas mowers must be scrapped; over 20 certified scrapping locations available in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.

If you do not have access to a computer, printer or email SCAQMD can mail you a copy of the application form. You simply have to complete the form, include a copy of your sales receipt and mail in the documents.

For more information or if you require assistance, call (888) 425-6247, Tuesday through Friday.

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