Multifamily Buildings
TECH
Two programs currently offer substantial rebates for energy efficiency and electrification upgrades in buildings with 5 or more units!
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Available Rebates
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.
BAMBE
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Program Basics
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Any property with five or more units in the Bay Area is eligible for rebates
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free technical assistance to help you plan upgrades, find contractors, and maximize incentive funding
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covers insulation and weatherization, appliances like water heaters, HVAC, stoves and dryers (both in-unit and central), and electrical upgrades
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Rebate Structure
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Base rebate of $500 per unit for installing 2 or more upgrades, as long as they save 10% or more of the building's energy.
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additional rebates (adders) for certain appliances and electrical upgrades (amounts vary, see details here)
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Certain geographic areas have additional rebates available depending on factors such as air pollution, extreme heat, and high housing costs. Some buildings in Albany are eligible for an extra $500 per unit under the health burden adder. Check your property's adder eligibility here.
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To get started, fill out the form at the bottom of this section, and a consultant will reach out to you to continue the process!​​
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BAMBE Interest and Eligibility Form:
HEEHRA
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HEEHRA rebates can provide up to $14,000 per unit for a variety of improvements including:
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heat pumps for air heating and cooling, heat pump water heaters, electric stoves, cooktops, ranges, or ovens, and heat pump clothes dryers and electrical upgrades​​
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specific rebate amounts for each improvement are listed in the chart above
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Eligibility:
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Buildings must have 5 or more residential units
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At least 66% of the tenants of the building are categorized as Low-Income (at or below 80% Area Mean Income)​. Tenants can determine whether they qualify as low income here. If you have questions about income eligibility, City or program staff can help.
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Some Moderate Income multifamily households ​are eligible if they exist within a Disadvantaged Community (DAC), however, there are no DAC's in the City of Albany.
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You must work with a TECH certified contractor.
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To get started on the process of applying for HEEHRA rebates, use the application link down below.​
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Multifamily Application Stage 1:
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General FAQ
Why should I electrify? Swapping to electric equipment in your home can help protect you from utility volatility, as well as save money on water and energy bills! It also helps you become more environmentally friendly, and can reduce environmental risks like poor air quality inside your home.
How much does all this cost? The overall cost of electrification varies greatly depending on your location, how much you qualify for in rebates, the type of building and a number of other factors. The best way to get an accurate estimate is to fill out the BAMBE application form and connect with their free technical assistance. They will help give you information and advice specific to your building!
What is a heat pump? A heat pump is a device that move heat between indoor and outdoor spaces. Depending on whether you want a space to be warmer or cooler, the heat pump can either bring air indoors or push air outdoors. These devices are extremely well suited for California as they perform best in moderate climates. Learn more on our heat pump page.
Can I put heat pumps in an apartment building? You absolutely can! They are well suited for apartment buildings as they are energy efficient, quiet, easy to install, sustainable, and require little maintenance! If your building currently has in-unit wall heaters, ductless minisplits are a great fit. If you have a ducted central furnace, you may want to swap it for a ducted central heat pump.