IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES & HEAR Programs)
U.S. DOE, Inflation Reduction Act, administered via Massachusetts
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES & HEAR Programs) in its Boston, MA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Massachusetts received $72.8M for the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program and $73M for the Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) program under the Inflation Reduction Act. HEAR provides point-of-sale rebates for low-to-moderate income households on electric appliances: up to $8,000 for heat pumps, $1,750 for heat pump water heaters, $840 for electric stoves. HOMES provides rebates for whole-home efficiency upgrades. Programs launched in Massachusetts in 2025.
HEAR: up to $8,000 heat pump; $1,750 HPWH; $840 electric stove/range. Income-based, 80% AMI gets 100% rebate, 80-150% AMI gets 50% rebate. HOMES: up to $8,000 based on % energy reduction. Stacks with Mass Save.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Boston, MA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Boston HomeWorks Green Loan Program Up to $70,000
- Boston HomeWorks Home Equity Loan Program (HomeWorks HELP) Up to $50,000 (3-4 family)
- Boston Senior Home Repair Loan 0% deferred loan; amount based on necessary work
- Boston Seniors Save Program Up to $12,000 grant
Key Details
- Up to $8,000 rebate for heat pump installation (HEAR, income-qualified)
- Up to $1,750 for heat pump water heater; $840 for electric stove/range
- HOMES program: up to $8,000 based on whole-home efficiency improvement
- 100% rebate for households below 80% AMI; 50% for 80-150% AMI
- Stacks with Mass Save rebates, visit mass.gov/energy-rebates for current availability
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: 617-626-7300
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Deadline: Funds available through September 30, 2031 or until exhausted
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES & HEAR Programs) in Boston, MA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $14,000 (HEAR) or $8,000 (HOMES) per household. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES & HEAR Programs) in Boston?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for IRA Home Energy Rebates (HOMES & HEAR Programs) in Boston, MA?
Confirm the application route directly with U.S. DOE, Inflation Reduction Act, administered via Massachusetts; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 617-626-7300. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Funds available through September 30, 2031 or until exhausted.
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