Homeowners
Incentives
National Grid provides a number of incentives for Air and Ground Source Heat pumps.
- Incentives are based on the size of the heating equipment.
- Your contractor should help you apply for the incentive, or if you need help, contact us!
- If you are only installing a heat pump water heater, you can use any contractor or self-install. If it is self-installed, just put that on the rebate form in the area for contractor information. Make sure that the equipment installed meets all the requirements.
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| Category | Technology | Incentives | Contractor Reward |
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ccASHP – Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump GSHP – Ground Source Heat Pump BTUH – British Thermal Units per Hour MMBTU – One million British Thermal Units HPWH – Heat Pump Water Heaters Desuperheater – A desuperheater is known as a secondary heat exchanger device that transfers heat efficiently from the earth in the winter season and from your house in the summer, into your domestic hot water tank. |
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| 1 | ccASHP: Partial Load Heating | $500 / outdoor condenser unit | $100 / outdoor condensor unit |
| 2 | ccASHP: Full Load Heating | $1,000 / 10,000 BTUH of full load heating capacity NEEP 5° F | $500 / project |
| 3 | GSHP: Full Load Heating | $1,500 / 10,000 BTUH of full load heating capacity as certified by AHRI | $500 / project |
| 4 | Custom Incentive | $80 / MMBTU of annual energy savings | N/A |
| 5 | HPWH (< 120 Gallons of tank capacity) | $700 / unit | N/A |
| 6 | Commercial HPWH (> 120 Gallons of tank capacity) | $80 / MMBTU of annual energy savings | N/A |
| 7 | GSHP Desuperheater | $100 / unit | N/A |
| 8 | Dedicated domestic hot water (DHW) Water-to-Water Heat Pump (WWHP) | $900 / unit | N/A |
| 9 | Simultaneous Installation of Space Heating & Water Heating | $250 / additional bonus per combination installation | $250 / project |
The incentive table above lists incentives offered by National Grid as of September, 2020. For the most up-to-date listings see the National Grid Services & Rebates page.
Financing Through NYSERDA
There are low interest financing options available for between $1,500-$25,000 with loan terms of 5, 10 or 15 years.
- On Bill Recovery Loans – The monthly payment to repay this loan will appear on your utility bill. Click here for more information, or call 1(800)361-5663
- Energy Smart Loans – These are loans made and repaid through NYSERDA’s loan servicer. Click here for more information, or call 1(800)361-5663
Incentives for Low-Moderate Income Households
NYSERDA has announced a limited time offer for HEAP recipients to receive funds for heat pumps and other weatherization work, ending September 30th, 2022. Contact us for more information, or if you think you might qualify!
If you want us to contact you when they are available, contact us for more information.
- Heat Pump Demonstration Study
- For households that qualify for Empower or Assisted Home Performance programs.
- Household must use oil, propane, kerosene or electricity for heating
- This program offers additional incentives for income qualified households to install air source heat pumps, ground source heat pumps or heat pump water heaters.
- There is some funding for electricity panel upgrades as part of this program.
- Your home must be insulated to install the air source or ground source heat pump. If its not, Empower and Assisted Home Performance incentives may available.
- To find out more or apply, reach out to PUSH Green at 716-886-1780 ext. 706 or email pushgreen@pushbuffalo.org. You can also fill out the online energy efficiency form linked here.
Contact Our Team
If you are thinking about energy efficiency upgrades and installing new heating and cooling systems in your private and commercial buildings, there are incentives or financial supports that may be available that you. While some require certain income level for anyone to qualify, others are for market-rate households. Many require your installers to help with the application for these incentives, but you may have to apply for utility rebates on your own.
If you are not clear how to proceed or have questions, please reach out to us at info@pushforcleantheat.com OR (716) 427-8413.
EmPower New York
EmPower New York provides no-cost energy efficiency solutions to income-eligible New Yorkers. EmPower will cover 100% of the costs for energy efficiency upgrades like air sealing and insulation, up to $8000, for households that are at 60% or less of the state median income. If you qualify for HEAP, you qualify for this.
| Household Size | Maximum Gross Monthly Income | Maximum Gross Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,729 | $32,748 |
| 2 | $3,569 | $42,828 |
| 3 | $4,409 | $52,908 |
| 4 | $5,249 | $62,988 |
| 5 | $6,088 | $73,056 |
| 6 | $6,928 | $83,136 |
| 7 | $7,086 | $85,032 |
| 8 | $7,243 | $86,916 |
| 9 | $7,975 | $95,700 |
| 10 | $8,712 | $104,540 |
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| Household Size | Maximum Gross Monthly Income | Maximum Gross Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,494 | $29,928 |
| 2 | $3,262 | $39,144 |
| 3 | $4,030 | $48,360 |
| 4 | $4,797 | $57,564 |
| 5 | $5,565 | $66,780 |
| 6 | $6,332 | $75,984 |
| 7 | $6,502 | $78,020 |
| 8 | $7,238 | $86,860 |
| 9 | $7,975 | $95,700 |
| 10 | $8,712 | $104,540 |
| 11 | $8,977 | $107,720 |
| 11+ | $693 |
EmPower New York Income Eligibility Guidelines 2021-2022 | The current income guidelines for EmPower New York are set at 60% of the state median income.
Assisted Home Performance with Energy Star
The Assisted Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program makes it easy and affordable to make the smart investment in a more energy-efficient home, helping income-eligible homeowners across the State lower their energy bills and live more comfortably all year long.
It provides those who qualify with a discount covering 50% of the cost of eligible energy efficiency improvements up to $5,000 per project for single-family homes. Two- to four-unit residential homes with income-eligible residents may qualify for a discount of up to $10,000.
| Household Occupancy | Household Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $44,200.00 |
| 2 Person | $57,104.00 |
| 3 Person | $70,544.00 |
| 4 Person | $83,984.00 |
| 5 Person | $97,408.00 |
| 6 Person | $110,848.00 |
| 7 Person | $113,376.00 |
| 8 Person | $115,888.00 |
| 9 Person | $127,600.00 |
| 10 Person | $139,387.00 |
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| Household Occupancy | Household Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $43,050.00 |
| 2 Person | $52,192.00 |
| 3 Person | $64,480.00 |
| 4 Person | $76,752.00 |
| 5 Person | $89,040.00 |
| 6 Person | $101,312.00 |
| 7 Person | $104,027.00 |
| 8 Person | $115,813.00 |
| 9 Person | $127,600.00 |
| 10 Person | $139,387.00 |
The table above list the income guideline for Erie County. Income eligibility may vary from one county to the other. See the link income-eligible for other counties outside Erie.
Energy Assessments
Energy assessments may be free depending on eligibility and contractor.
To find out if you are eligible, view the list of participating contractors [PDF].
Reach out to one of the participating contractors.
Note that the free offering will vary by contractor, so if you decide to do this, make sure you speak with the contractor to clearly identify the no cost option.
List of Approved Contractors
We have partnered with Capital Heat and Buffalo Geothermal Heating.
Incentive Forms – In most cases, the installer will take care of these forms and include the incentive into your contract. If you are installing a Heat Pump Water Heater yourself or with a contractor that is not a NYS Clean Heat Contractor, use these forms to submit for the incentive.
