NYS Clean Heat — Heat Pump Rebate Program

About This Program

NYS Clean Heat provides rebates for the installation of cold-climate air-source heat pumps and ground-source heat pump systems, administered through NYSERDA and participating utility companies. Rebates range from $100 to $2,400 per unit for standard systems, with utility-specific programs offering up to $10,000 for air-source and $18,000 for ground-source systems. Heat pump water heaters qualify for up to $1,250 in instant rebates.

Rebate amounts vary by utility territory (National Grid, NYSEG/RG&E, Con Edison, PSEG LI). Cold-climate ASHP rebates up to $2,000/unit from NYSERDA; utility top-ups can reach $10,000 total. HPWH: up to $1,250 instant rebate at Lowe's/Home Depot.

Key Details

• Rebates up to $10,000 for air-source heat pumps and $18,000 for ground-source systems
• Heat pump water heater instant rebates up to $1,250 at Lowe's and Home Depot
• No income limit; income-eligible households can stack with EmPower+ for no-cost installs
• As of Jan 1, 2026 residential rebates limited to 1–4 unit buildings
• Apply at cleanheat.ny.gov or through your local utility's Clean Heat program

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling; as of January 1, 2026 residential rebates available for 1–4 unit homes only