Incentive Roundup
TECH
This page offers a summary of major incentive programs for home electrification and energy efficiency upgrades. For more detail on the available incentives for a specific appliance, please visit that appliance page.
Incentive Roundup Table
The table below summarizes the incentives available from the above programs. Please note that the amounts listed below are maximums, and the full amount may not be available in all cases. More details on each program are listed below.
The City of Albany is offering rebates for heat pump heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems! All heat pump installations in the City of Albany are eligible up to 4 months after receiving a permit. Rebate amounts vary depending on household income.
Learn more at albanyca.org/heatpumps.
Rebate Amounts
Albany Heat Pump HVAC Rebate
BayREN
BayRen recently launched its Efficiency and Sustainable Energy (EASE) Program, which is designed to help Bay Area residents make their homes healthier and more energy efficient. The program provides comprehensive assistance for a range of upgrades, including weatherization, energy efficiency, and health and safety. Homeowners pay just 20% of the total project cost, with their contribution capped at $1,000.
Participation Qualifications:
- Live in a single-family home (four or fewer units) built before 2010. Qualified tenants will need property owner permission to proceed with upgrades.
- Are a PG&E customer.
- Have a household income under or at 120% AMI. Homes occupied by tenants will use the tenant’s household income.
- Install at least one energy-saving weatherization measure in your planned upgrades, such as insulation, duct sealing, or duct repair or replacement.
Income eligibility is additionally required to participate.
For more information on EASE, and to access the online program application and income eligibility calculator, use the following link: https://www.bayren.org/ease-home
HEEHRA
*This program is currently unavailable.
The High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Act (HEEHRA) is a program created by the Inflation Reduction Act to provide upfront rebates for electrification and efficiency improvements.
For households below 80% Area Median Income (AMI) the rebate is $8,000 (max of 100% of product costs)
For households 80%-150% Area Median Income (AMI) the rebate is $4,000 (max of 50% of product costs).
The chart below shows the maximum household income levels to qualify for the rebate. Household size is the total number of people in the home (including children and non-family members). Household income is the combined income of all adults in the household.
TECH
*This program is currently unavailable.
The Technology and Equipment for Clean Heating (TECH) Program is offering a $1,500 rebate for heat pump HVAC installations (rebate lowers to $1000 if the existing furnace/AC are not decommissioned). Customers must sign up for demand response to qualify.
To be eligible for TECH rebates you must work with a TECH participating contractor. Incentives are distributed to contractors and passed through to homeowners.
Learn more at Switchison.org.