0% Interest Assistance for Qualifying Energy Efficiency Projects
HG&E’s Residential Energy Conservation Program (RECP) can provide homeowners with the money they need to make energy-saving improvements to their homes. This program provides financial assistance at 0% interest for the implementation of approved energy efficient measures. Financial assistance is repayable over a period of up to five years and repayment charges are conveniently placed on your HG&E monthly bill. A one-time processing fee of $100 does apply. Please see below for project-specific requirements. Please click here for a complete list of the program terms and conditions.
The maximum level of assistance per property type is as follows:
• Single Family Homes: Up to $10,000
• Multi-Family Properties:
o Properties with two units: Up to $15,000
o Properties with 3-4 units: Up to $20,000
How to Apply: Get started by reviewing the step-by-step guide. (A link to the application is provided in the step-by-step instructions).
HEATING & COOLING |
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| Equipment Type | Requirements | Additional Incentives |
| Air Source Heat Pumps & Mini-Splits | • SEER ≥ 18, EER ≥ 12.5, HSPF ≥ 9 • AHRI certificate • The condenser and the evaporator coil must be new and replaced together Note: ASHP systems/participants that qualify for HG&E's Whole-Home Air Source Heat Pump Program are also eligible. |
HG&E Rebate Connected Homes Program Mitsubishi Muni Heat Pump Discount |
| Central Air Conditioning | • SEER ≥ 16, EER ≥ 13 • AHRI certificate • Customer must have an existing ducted heating or cooling system in place before installation. • The condenser and the evaporator coil must be new and replaced together. |
HG&E Rebate Connected Homes Program |
| Gas Fired Warm Air Furnace |
• AFUE Rating ≥ 95% |
N/A |
| Gas Fired Steam Boilers |
• AFUE Rating ≥ 82% |
N/A |
| Gas Fired Hot Water Boilers |
• AFUE ≥ 90% |
N/A |
| Combi Boiler/Water Heater (Gas Condensing Boiler with On-Demand Hot Water Heater) |
• AFUE ≥ 95% |
N/A |
| Thermostats |
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HG&E Rebate |
DOMESTIC HOT WATER |
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| Equipment Type | Requirements | Additional Incentives |
| Electric Hot Water Heaters |
Electric Storage Tank Hot Water Heaters: Must be converting from gas, oil or propane Heat Pump Hot Water Heaters: Energy Star |
HG&E Rebate |
| Gas Storage Water Heaters |
• Energy Star |
N/A |
| Indirect Water Heater |
• Attached to a Gas Fired Boiler with an AFUE (efficiency rating) of 90% or greater. Must be replacing gas hot water heater. |
N/A |
| Solar Hot Water Heater (up to $5,000) | • SRCC Certified • Up to $5,000 in assistance available (Up to $7,000 if converting from gas, oil or propane) |
N/A |
| WEATHERIZATION Note: For weatherization assistance, you must be current HG&E electric customer or must use natural gas supplied by HG&E as your primary heating source. |
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| Item | Requirements | Additional Incentives |
| Insulation (Attic, Wall, Floor, Basement, Heating & Hot Water Pipe & Rim Joist Insulation) |
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HG&E Rebate (Up to 50% of cost; Max of $2,000) |
| Air Sealing and Blower Door Tests | • Home energy audit recommended • If RECP funds are used to receive a Blower Door Test, Blower Door Test report must be submitted with post-installation form |
HG&E Rebate (Up to 50%; Max of $500) |
| Duct Sealing | • Home energy audit recommended | HG&E Rebate (Up to 50%; Max of $500) |
| Replacement Windows | • Current Energy Star Certification for the Northern Climate Zone • Windows being replaced must be single-pane windows and shall be attested to with application • Home energy audit required and audit must recommend that the windows be replaced |
N/A |
| Replacement Doors | Current Energy Star Certification for the Northern Climate Zone | N/A |
ELECTRIC VEHICLE EQUIPMENT |
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| Item | Requirements | Additional Incentives |
| EV Charging Infrastructure | • Costs covered: Service upgrades, equipment costs and installation costs • Must enroll in Connected Homes EV Charger Program |
Connected Homes EV Charger Program ($10/Month & Free Charger or $450 bill credit) |
RENEWABLE ENERGY |
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| Item | Requirements | Additional Incentives |
| Solar Photovoltaic (PV) | Up to $10,000 - Note that solar financial assistance is available in addition to assistance for energy efficient home improvements, but maximum outstanding assistance granted to a customer is capped at a total of $10,000. Assistance for Solar-PV is only granted to customers who provide documentation that they shall own such system. Maximum repayment term for solar assistance is 120 months. | N/A |
*Additional Requirements for gas projects:
• Input capacity of new system must be less than or equal to input capacity of current system
• Must have valid gas permit ID
• Customer must complete any required upgrades to gas service as determined by HG&E
• Customer must confirm natural gas is available for the project prior to starting work
How to apply: Get started by reviewing the step-by-step guide.
Questions? Email efficiency@hged.com or contact us at (413) 536-9300.
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