Northeast & Mid-Atlantic
New York energy rebate landscape
New York is a Tier A state — robust state-level energy programs layered on top of federal IRA rebates. Homeowners here can typically access the deepest rebate stack in the country.
Federal foundation (available in New York like every state)
- IRA 25C tax credit — up to $3,200/year on heat pumps, HVAC, envelope, audit
- IRA 25D tax credit — 30% uncapped on solar, geothermal, batteries through 2032
- DOE HOMES rebate — performance-based, up to $8,000/home, administered by NYSERDA
- DOE HEAR rebate — income-capped (≤150% AMI), up to $14,000/home, administered by NYSERDA
New York state energy office / lead administrator
NYSERDA is the entity administering the federal HOMES and HEAR programs in New York. Visit their website for current program rollout status, contractor lists, and application portals.
State program highlights
NYSERDA runs the most coordinated state-level efficiency program in the country. The Empower+ program covers low-income weatherization. The NY-Sun Solar Initiative offers Megawatt Block incentives for solar PV. NYSERDA Drive Clean rebates EV charging. Con Ed and National Grid administer their own utility-side rebates on top.
Major utilities serving New York
- Con Edison
- National Grid
- NYSEG
- Rochester Gas & Electric
- PSEG Long Island
Each utility runs its own efficiency rebate programs. Common rebates: smart thermostat ($25-$100), heat pump ($300-$3,000), insulation ($0.10-$0.50/sqft), HPWH ($300-$700). Rebate amounts vary by utility and current funding levels — always confirm before installing.
Climate-specific upgrade priorities for New York
Mixed climate — CCHP heat pumps for most of state (NYC mild, upstate cold); attic insulation universal priority; HPWH.
How to put together your New York rebate stack
- Identify your utility from the list above and visit their efficiency-program page for current rebate offerings.
- Check NYSERDA's site for HOMES and HEAR rollout status (whether the program is live in your county and what contractors are approved).
- Confirm equipment eligibility — federal 25C requires CEE Tier 2 or ENERGY STAR Most Efficient depending on category; utility programs often require ENERGY STAR.
- Get pre-approval if your utility or HOMES requires it (many do — skipping pre-approval voids the rebate).
- Install via a licensed contractor; collect AHRI certificate, manufacturer's certification statement, and itemized invoice.
- Submit utility rebate within the post-install window (typically 30-90 days). File federal credits via IRS Form 5695 with your tax return for the year equipment was placed in service.