Energy Efficiency Programs

The New York State Public Service Commission developed a far-reaching, ground-breaking initiative that seeks to reverse the pattern of energy use in New York by reducing electric usage by 15% of the projected level for 2015. Under this initiative, New York State and the state utilities offer a wide variety of programs to help consumers improve the energy efficiency of their homes and businesses. There are also programs to help low income customers with energy efficient solutions that will help reduce energy bills, sometimes at no cost to the resident.

Use the table and links below for a listing of the energy efficiency programs available through NYS agencies and energy utilities.
You can also use the zip code search feature to find programs in your area.

Residential Programs

Non-Residential Programs

Low-Income Programs

NYS Sponsored Programs: Residential Electric and Gas Customers

Program Provider	Program Name	Program Description
NYSERDA	New York ENERGY STAR® Homes Program	New Construction: This program uses proven technologies, quality materials and advanced building practices to ensure that your newly constructed home meets strict standards for energy efficiency. In addition to using significantly less energy than a conventional home, a New York ENERGY STAR Home has fewer drafts and better ventilation—making it a comfortable, healthier environment for the entire family.
	Home Performance with ENERGY STAR®	Existing Homes: This program provides comprehensive home energy assessments (free to most New Yorkers), low-interest financing and cash back incentives to help homeowners cut energy waste. Have an energy efficiency expert contractor test your home, then recommend and complete improvements that will save you hundreds—or even more—on your annual energy costs. Take advantage of On-bill Recovery Loans to finance your upgrades.
	Multifamily Performance Program	The Multifamily Performance Program provides financial incentives to owners of new or existing multifamily buildings (at least five residential units and four or more floors) to boost your energy efficiency by 15 percent or more. Save at least 15 percent on annual energy use (many buildings save substantially more), earn generous incentives to help you pay for the upgrades, take advantage of cash incentives and special low-interest financing, and increase your long-term property value. Your building will be easier to maintain as well as healthier and more comfortable for tenants. **Residents/tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord or co-op board to participate in this program.
	Residential On-Bill Recovery Program	This loan program allows you to finance energy efficiency improvements to your home through a charge on your utility bill. Improvements eligible for financing include energy efficiency improvements to a 1-4 unit residential building that have been approved by NYSERDA and are installed by a participating BPI-accredited Home Performance with ENERGY STAR contractor. The cost of the financed improvements must be less than the estimated energy savings over the anticipated life of the improvements.
	Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Incentive Program	The Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Incentive Program provides cash incentives for the installation by Eligible Installers of new grid-connected Solar Electric or Photovoltaic (PV) systems that are 7kW or less for residential, 25kW or less for not-for-profit and 50 kW or less for commercial sites. Funding for the Solar PV Incentive Program has been allocated by the New York State Renewable Portfolio Standard. The goal of the program is to install 82 MW or 93,806 MWhs of Solar Electric Power systems. Incentives will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis and applications will be accepted through December 31, 2015, or until funds are fully committed, whichever comes first.
	Solar Thermal Incentive Program	The Solar Thermal Incentive Program provides incentives for the installation of new Solar Thermal systems for the production of hot water displacing electrically heated hot water. System incentives are capped at $4,000.00 per site/meter for residential systems and $25,000.00 per site/meter for nonresidential applicants. Funding for the Solar Thermal Incentive Program has been allocated by the New York State Public Service Commission through the Renewable Portfolio Standard program. The goal of the program is to install 45.54MW of Solar Thermal capacity by 12/31/2015. Incentives will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis, and applications will be accepted through December 31, 2015, or until funds are fully committed, whichever comes first. There is also a small amount of non-RPS funding available for projects which use fossil fuels to heat their domestic hot water. Please call NYSERDA for availability of non-RPS funding.

Utility Sponsored Programs: Residenital Electric Customers

Program Provider	Program Name	Program Description
Central Hudson	Residential HVAC Central Air Conditioning Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient central air conditioning equipment, duct and air sealing and thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.
Central Hudson	Residential Appliance Recycling Program	Central Hudson will provide rebates when you recycle your old, working window air conditioner, second refrigerator or freezer.

Consolidated Edison Note: *Restrictions apply. Refer to program eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.	Residential Direct Installation Program	Provides a low-cost energy survey for customers and free installation of low-cost energy efficiency measures such as CFL bulbs, smart strips, and other items as applicable.
	Room Air Conditioner Rebate Program	Customers are eligible for rebates of $25 per ENERGY STAR® rated room air conditioner.
	Residential HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient heating and cooling, duct and air sealing and programmable thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.
	Residential Appliance Bounty Program	Customers are eligible for rebates when disposing of either a working freezer or second refrigerator.
	Multi-family Energy Efficiency Programs	Program targets 5 to 75 unit multifamily buildings providing prescriptive rebates for common areas and specific building upgrades to help offset the cost of installing high efficiency equipment and weatherization measures. **Tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program

Long Island Power Authority	Home Performance with Energy Star Existing Homes	Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® provides rebates to customers who have a Comprehensive Home Assessment (CHA) and complete a Home Performance project that is recommended by a LIPA BPI certified contractor. Customers also can take advantage of NYSERDA's On Bill Recovery Loan or Green Jobs/Green NY low cost financing to pay for upgrades to homes including insulation, air and duct sealing, and high efficiency heating and cooling systems.
	Energy Star Labeled Homes New Construction	LIPA’s ENERGY STAR® Labeled Homes offers incentives to builders who build homes that meet or exceed the current ENERGY STAR standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency. These homes are constructed adhering to strict standards for energy efficiency and use significantly less energy than a conventional home. ENERGY STAR homes also have fewer drafts and better ventilation, making a more comfortable, healthy environment for new home owners.
	Cool Homes Existing Homes	This program is for existing homes. The Cool Homes program provides incentives to LIPA Cool Homes contractors as well as rebates to LIPA residential customers for the purchase of new, energy efficient central air conditioning systems, ductless mini splits, heat pumps or geothermal installations. LIPA provides enhanced rebates to customers who choose LIPA's Early Retirement program, replacing less efficient, functioning systems with new energy efficient units.
	Solar Hot Water	Solar Hot Water promotes the use of solar thermal systems to heat the water in a customer’s home. Systems can provide 60%-70% of annual water heating needs. Customers can save up to $600 annually with system. Program available to electric hot water customers only.
	Solar Pioneer	The Solar Pioneer program offers incentives for the installation of photovoltaic (PV) systems to a residential home. System sizes vary due to size of home. Applications for participation and participating installer contractors can be found at LIPA website. Rebates are on a first-come, first-serve basis pending application pre-approval by LIPA.
	Backyard Wind	The Backyard Wind program can help lower monthly bills, reduce energy consumption and it’s good for the environment. Installation of a wind turbine system preserves the earth’s finite fossil-fuel resources - coal, oil, natural gas - and reduces air and noise pollution associated with those energy sources. Customers need to decide if there is enough wind resource where they live, if local zoning permits tall towers in their neighborhood and there is adequate property to site a wind turbine. LIPA offers homeowner’s valuable rebates combined with New York State and Federal tax incentives make this program more affordable than ever before.
	Geothermal	The Geothermal systems use the earth as a heat source to provide heating, cooling and hot water for homes in the winter. In the summer, the unit provides central air conditioning by rejecting heat from your home. A portion of the heat can be used to produce hot water, while the remainder is pumped back to the underground piping or well system, where it harmlessly dissipates into cooler ground/water. Rebates are available based on the unit’s Energy Efficiency Ratio [EER] rating. The units must be independently verified through the current Air Conditioning and Refrigeration [ARI] directory as performing to LIPA’s Efficiency standards.
	Lighting and Appliance Rebates and Incentives	LIPA is a proud sponsor of ENERGY STAR® and encourages customers to buy appliances and lighting products that have earned the ENERGY STAR label. Rebates and incentives are available on products like refrigerators, dehumidifiers and lighting.

National Grid	Energy Wise – Multifamily Program	Provides building owners with 5 to 50 dwelling units an energy audit and incentives for the installation of energy efficiency measures. The company will provide certain low-cost measures at no cost to the building owners. **Tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program.
National Grid	Residential Energy Star Products and Recycling Program	Refrigerator recycling program provides a $30 rebate per unit with a 2 unit limit per account. Must be in working condition and not the primary unit.

New York State Electric and Gas	Multi-Family Program	This program provides equipment replacement designed to reduce electricity use in apartments and condominium complexes with 5 to 50 units. Incentives include: free installation of CFLs in up to six fixtures per dwelling unit; free installation of energy efficient faucet aerators and showerheads, and water pipe heat wrap in apartments where water is heated by electricity; and up to 50% of the cost of common area lighting. **Tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program.
New York State Electric and Gas	Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling Program	Free pick-up, removal and recycling of up to two functioning, inefficient second refrigerators or freezers. Participating residential electric customers receive a $30 rebate for each unit removed and an annual electricity savings of up to $150.

Orange and Rockland Utilities	Residential Efficient Products - Coof Off and CASH IN	This program provides incentives and collection services for customers who turn in a working second refrigerator or freezer. It also supports the stocking, promotion and sale of ENERGY STAR rated high efficiency appliances including window and through-the-wall air conditioners and dehumidifiers by providing rebates to customers who make qualifying purchases. The program is available to residential and commercial customers.

Rochester Gas and Electric	Multi-Family Program	This program provides equipment replacement designed to reduce electricity use in apartments and condominium complexes with 5 to 50 units. Incentives include: free installation of CFLs in up to six fixtures per dwelling unit; free installation of energy efficient faucet aerators and showerheads, and water pipe heat wrap in apartments where water is heated by electricity; and up to 50% of the cost of common area lighting. **Tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program.
Rochester Gas and Electric	Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling Program	Free pick-up, removal and recycling of up to two functioning, inefficient second refrigerators or freezers. Participating residential electric customers receive a $30 rebate for each unit removed and an annual electricity savings of up to $150.

Utility Sponsored Programs: Residential Natural Gas Customers

Program Provider	Program Name	Program Description
Central Hudson	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas heating, boilers, water heating equipment and thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.
Consolidated Edison	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas heating, water heating equipment and thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.
Consolidated Edison	Refrigerator Replacement Program	Program targets 5 to 75 unit multifamily buildings providing prescriptive rebates for common areas and specific building upgrades to help offset the cost of installing high efficiency heating equipment and weatherization measures. **Tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program.

Corning Gas	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient thermostats, natural gas heating, boilers and water heating equipment. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.

National Fuel Gas	Residential Conservation Incentive Program	Provides rebates for the installation of high-efficiency heating and hot water equipment. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.

National Grid- Metro and Long Island	Residential GAS HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas heating, boilers, water heating equipment and thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.
	Multifamily Program	Provides building owners with 5 or more dwelling units an energy audit and incentives for the installation of energy efficiency measures. The company will provide certain low-cost measures at no cost to the building owners.
	Residential ENERGY STAR Products and Recycling Program	Provides rebates for the installation of ENERGY STAR® rated programmable thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.

National Grid - Upstate	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas heating, boilers, water heating equipment and thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.
	Residential ENERGY STAR and Recycling Products	Provides rebates for the installation of Energy Star® rated programmable thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.
	Energy Wise Multifamily Program	Provides building owners with 5 to 50 dwelling units an energy audit and incentives for the installation of energy efficiency measures. The company will provide certain low-cost measures at no cost to the building owners. **Tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program.

New York State Electric and Gas	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas heating, boilers, water heating equipment and programmable thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.

Orange and Rockland Utilities	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas furnaces, boilers, indirect water heating equipment and programmable thermostats installed with a new gas heating system. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.

Rochester Electric and Gas	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas heating, boilers, water heating equipment and programmable thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.

St. Lawrence Gas	Residential Gas HVAC Program	Provides rebates for the installation of energy efficient natural gas heating, boilers, water heating equipment and thermostats. The equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor.

NYS Sponsored Programs: Non Residential Electric and Gas Customers

Program Type	Program Name	Program Description
NYSERDA	New Construction Program	This program provides technical support to design teams and financial incentives to building owners involved in the construction of new, more energy-efficient structures. The intent of the program is to not only improve energy efficiency and green building practices, but to effect a permanent transformation in the way buildings are designed and constructed throughout the state.
	NYSERDA Existing Facilities Program	This program offers customers a comprehensive strategy to realize energy savings by implementing cost-effective energy efficiency measures through an integrated approach. Lower cost, Pre-Qualified solution are also offered that can be quickly implemented for immediate savings while longer term, comprehensive Performance-Based incentives that require more time to implement can result in significantly higher savings over time.
	Flexible Technical Assistance (FlexTech)	FlexTech offers a wide range of flexible, cost-shared technical services to help New York State businesses make intelligent energy decisions. A dedicated team of engineers, technology experts, and energy consultants works with your team to create a customized assessment that identifies specific opportunities for reducing energy consumption and costs.
	Industrial and Process Efficiency Program	This program provides financial incentives to manufacturers and data centers that make energy-efficiency improvements to their operations. Eligible projects include ones that increase manufacturing output, improve IT efficiency, and minimize energy use in building support systems, as well as the installation of energy-efficient equipment in new facilities.
	Multifamily Performance Program	This program provides a customized approach to energy efficiency using a Multifamily Performance Partner that can guide the building owner through every step of the process. In addition, MPP building owners may elect to participate in the Master-Metered Electric Reduction Program. **Residents/tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord or co-op board to participate in this program.
	Solar Thermal Incentive Program	The Solar Thermal Incentive Program provides incentives for the installation of new Solar Thermal systems for the production of hot water displacing electrically heated hot water. System incentives are capped at $4,000.00 per site/meter for residential systems and $25,000.00 per site/meter for nonresidential applicants. Funding for the Solar Thermal Incentive Program has been allocated by the New York State Public Service Commission through the Renewable Portfolio Standard program. The goal of the program is to install 45.54MW of Solar Thermal capacity by 12/31/2015. Incentives will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis, and applications will be accepted through December 31, 2015, or until funds are fully committed, whichever comes first. There is also a small amount of non-RPS funding available for projects which use fossil fuels to heat their domestic hot water. Please call NYSERDA for availability of non-RPS funding.
	Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Incentive Program	The Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Incentive Program provides cash incentives for the installation by Eligible Installers of new grid-connected Solar Electric or Photovoltaic (PV) systems that are 7kW or less for residential, 25kW or less for not-for-profit and 50 kW or less for commercial sites. Funding for the Solar PV Incentive Program has been allocated by the New York State Renewable Portfolio Standard. The goal of the program is to install 82 MW or 93,806 MWhs of Solar Electric Power systems. Incentives will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis and applications will be accepted through December 31, 2015, or until funds are fully committed, whichever comes first.

Utility Sponsored Programs - Non Residential Electric Customers

Program Provider	Program Name	Program Description
Central Hudson	Small Business Direct Installation Program	This program provides customers with electric demand of 100 kw or less free expert technical assistance to identify cost-effective energy efficiency improvements, direct installation of measures by qualified contractors, and financial assistance to make energy efficiency investments representing 70% of the cost of the measures installed. The installations of the efficiency measures are provided on a turnkey basis to the customers to simplify and expedite their participation. The programs provide high efficiency lighting, refrigeration, motors and other cost-effective custom measures suitable for the individual needs of small businesses. Central Hudson provides the customer the option of a 0% interest loan to assist in the cost of the project.
Central Hudson	Mid-Size Commercial Program	Program provides energy audits, implementation assistance and incentives to commercial facilities with an electric demand between 100 to 350 kWh for the installation of energy efficient measures. Central Hudson provides the customer the option of a 0% interest loan to assist in the cost of the project.

Consolidated Edison	Small Business Direct Install Program	This program provides customers with electric demand of 100 kw or less free expert technical assistance to identify cost-effective energy efficiency improvements, direct installation of measures by qualified contractors, and financial assistance to make energy efficiency investments representing 70% of the cost of the measures installed. The installations of the efficiency measures are provided on a turnkey basis to the customers to simplify and expedite their participation. The programs provide high efficiency lighting, refrigeration, motors and other cost-effective custom measures suitable for the individual needs of small businesses.
	Commercial and Industrial Custom Efficiency Program	Provides incentives for energy efficiency measures in existing buildings and for new construction that are not offered through other programs. Incentives will be offered to participants for any measure, process, or operational improvement that provides cost-effective energy savings. C&I customers will be offered financial incentives for upgrading equipment or systems and improving processes. The rebate amount will be capped at $50,000. The incentives will be capped at $250,000 per project.
	Commercial and Industrial Equipment Rebate Program	Provides incentives to encourage commercial and industrial customers to install high efficiency cooling, ventilation, lighting upgrades, motors and weatherization measures.

Long Island Power Authority	Programs for your Business	Whether upgrading equipment, renovating or simply looking to reduce your energy use, LIPA offers business customers several programs and incentives to investigate before you begin your project. This program is only for LIPA electric customers.

National Grid	Small Business Direct Install Program	This program provides customers with an electric demand of 100kw or less free expert technical assistance to identify cost-effective energy efficiency improvements, direct installation of measures by qualified contractors, and financial assistance to make energy efficiency investments representing 70% of the cost of the measures installed. The installations of the efficiency measures are provided on a turnkey basis to the customers to simplify and expedite their participation. The programs provide high efficiency lighting, refrigeration, motors and other cost-effective custom measures suitable for the individual needs of small businesses. Niagara Mohawk provides the customer the option of on-bill financing of 0% interest loans to assist in the cost of the project.
	Mid-Size Commercial Program	Provides technical assistance, and custom and prescriptive rebates for the installation of high efficiency electric measures with an electric demand of less than 2 MW.
	Large Industrial Program	Provides technical assistance and custom rebates for the installation of high efficiency electric measures for customers with an electric demand of more than 2 MW.

New York State Electric and Gas	Small Business Direct Installation Program	This program provides customers with an electric demand of 100kw or less free expert technical assistance to identify cost-effective energy efficiency improvements, direct installation of measures by qualified contractors, and financial assistance to make energy efficiency investments representing 70% of the cost of the measures installed. The installations of the efficiency measures are provided on a turnkey basis to the customers to simplify and expedite their participation. The programs provide high efficiency lighting, refrigeration, motors and other cost-effective custom measures suitable for the individual needs of small business.
	Commercial and Industrial Prescriptive Rebate Program	Provides prescriptive rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2MW or less for the installation of energy efficiency measures.
	Block Bidding	Program is directed towards commercial and industrial customers that could submit proposals for projects that achieve energy reductions in a minimum of 1,000 MWh/year in savings.
	Multifamily Program	This program provides equipment replacement and rebates designed to reduce electricity use in apartments and condominium complexes with 5 to 50 units. Incentives include: free installation of up to six CFLs per dwelling unit, up to 50% of the cost of common area lighting upgrades and between $300-$600 towards refrigerator replacement costs. **Tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program.
	Commercial and Industrial Custom Rebate Program	Provides custom rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2 MW or greater for the installation of energy efficiency measures.

Orange and Rockland Utilities	Small Business Direct Install Program	This program provides customers with an electric demand of 100kw or less free expert technical assistance to identify cost-effective energy efficiency improvements, direct installation of measures by qualified contractors, and financial assistance to make energy efficiency investments representing 70% of the cost of the measures installed. The installations of the efficiency measures are provided on a turnkey basis to the customers to simplify and expedite their participation. The programs provide high efficiency lighting, refrigeration, motors and other cost-effective custom measures suitable for the individual needs of small business.
Orange and Rockland Utilities	Existing Facilities	Provides existing commercial and industrial customers with a peak demand of 100 kw or more with custom and prescriptive incentives for the installation of energy efficiency measures.

Rochester Gas and Electric	Small Business Direct Install Program	This program provides customers with an electric demand of 100kw or less free expert technical assistance to identify cost-effective energy efficiency improvements, direct installation of measures by qualified contractors, and financial assistance to make energy efficiency investments representing 70% of the cost of the measures installed. The installations of the efficiency measures are provided on a turnkey basis to the customers to simplify and expedite their participation. The programs provide high efficiency lighting, refrigeration, motors and other cost-effective custom measures suitable for the individual needs of small business.
	Commercial and Industrial Prescriptive Rebate Program	Provides prescriptive rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2MW or less for the installation of energy efficiency measures.
	Commercial and Industrial Custom Rebate Program	Provides custom rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2 MW or greater for the installation of energy efficiency measures.
	Block Bidding	Program is directed towards commercial and industrial customers that could submit proposals for projects that achieve energy reductions in a minimum of 1,000 MWh/year in savings.
	Multifamily Program	This program provides equipment replacement and rebates designed to reduce electricity use in apartments and condominium complexes with 5 to 50 units. Incentives include: free installation of up to six CFLs per dwelling unit, up to 50% of the cost of common area lighting upgrades and beween $300-$600 towards refrigerator replacement costs. **Tenants encouraged to contact their landlord to participate in the program.

Utility Sponsored Programs: Non Residential Natural Gas Customers

Program Provider	Program Name	Program Description
Central Hudson	Commercial Natural Gas Program	This program offers rebates on energy efficiency heating equipment for commercial customers to upgrade heating systems with specific types of heating equipment
Consolidated Edison	Commercial and Industrial Custom Gas Efficiency Program	Provides incentives for energy efficiency measures in existing buildings and for new construction that are not offered through other programs. Incentives will be offered to participants for any measure, process, or operational improvement that provides cost-effective energy savings. C&I customers will be offered financial incentives for upgrading equipment or systems and improving processes.
Consolidated Edison	Commercial Gas Efficient Equipment Rebate Program	Provides rebates to encourage commercial and industrial customers to install space heating, weatherization measures, high efficiency space heating, water heating equipment and other gas measures.

National Fuel Gas	Conservation Incentive Program	This program includes two features, a customized rebate program and a fixed rebate program. Under the customized rebate program, small business customers (those using 12,000 Mcf or less annually) can receive rebates of up to 50% ($25,000 maximum) on the incremental cost to upgrade to qualifying energy efficient furnaces, boilers, water heaters and process heating equipment. With the fixed rebate program, small business customers (those using 12,000 Mcf or less annually) can receive fixed rebates for the installation of pre-qualified energy equipment. Visit NationalFuelForThought.com for the details. Prescriptive rebates are available for small, non-residential customers whose facilities use less than 12,000 Mcf (thousand cubic feet) of natural gas per year for upgrading to more energy-efficient equipment. In addition, National Fuel's Conservation Incentive Program provides small, non-residential customers with rebates of up to 50 % (with a maximum of $25,000 per project) on the incremental costs to upgrade to qualifying energy-efficient furnaces, boilers, water heaters, and process heating equipment.

National Grid - Metro and Long Island	Commercial Energy Efficiency Program	Program provides customers with co-funding for an energy audit and prescriptive and custom rebates for the installation of high-efficiency gas equipment.
National Grid - Metro and Long Island	Large Industrial Program	Program provides customers with a demand of 12,000 dekatherms or more with co-funding for an energy audit and prescriptive and custom rebates for the installation of high-efficiency gas equipment.

National Grid - Upstate	Mid Size Commercial Program	Program provides technical assistance and prescriptive and custom rebates for commercial and industrial customers for the installation of natural gas energy efficiency measures such as boilers, windows and insulation.
	Commercial High-Efficiency Heating and Hot Water Program	Program provides prescriptive rebates for high efficiency heating and hot water equipment. This program also applies to multifamily buildings.
	Large Industrial Program	Program provides technical assistance and prescriptive and custom rebates for commercial and industrial customers with natural gas demand of 12,00 dekatherms or more for the installation of natural gas energy efficiency measures such as boilers, and insulation.

New York State Electric and Gas	Commercial and Industrial Prescriptive Rebate Program	Provides prescriptive rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2MW or less for the installation of energy efficiency natural gas measures.
New York State Electric and Gas	Commercial and Industrial Custom Rebate Program	Provides custom rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2 MW or greater for the installation of energy efficiency measures.

Rochester Electric and Gas	Commercial and Industrial Prescriptive Rebate Program	Provides prescriptive rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2MW or less for the installation of energy efficiency natural gas measures.
Rochester Electric and Gas	Commercial and Industrial Custom Rebate Program	Provides custom rebates for customers with an electric demand of 2 MW or greater for the installation of energy efficiency measures.

NYS Sponsored Programs: Low-Income Electric and Gas Customers

Program Provider	Program Name	Program Description
NYSERDA	EmPower New York	EmPower New York provides low-income homeowners and renters with energy efficiency services, as well as health and safety measures, for Free. If you’re HEAP eligible or have a household income below 60% of the state median, you qualify. Benefits may include insulation, reduced drafts, upgraded lighting, appliances and heating.
	Assisted Home Performance with Energy Star	This program provides low- to moderate-income New York homeowners with a grant of up to $5,000 to pay for half the cost of energy efficiency home improvements. To qualify, your household income must be below 80% of the median for your area. The process begins with a free comprehensive home energy assessment, and low-interest financing is also available to help keep the cost of your project affordable. Take advantage of On-bill Recovery Loans to finance your upgrades.
	Assisted New York Energy Star Homes	New Construction: This program includes a $500 cash incentive towards energy effficient measures for households that meet the program income guidelines.
	Low Income Multifamily Performance Program	This program is designed for buildings that contain 5 or more dwellings units. Program partners guide the building owner through steps to make the units more energy efficient thus lowering energy bills. **Residents/tenants are encouraged to contact their landlord or co-op board to participate in this program.

NYSHCR (NYS Homes and Community Renewal)	Weatherization Assistance Program	The Weatherization Assistance Program assists income-eligible families and individuals by reducing their heating/cooling costs and improving the safety of their homes through energy efficiency measures. Energy efficiency measures performed through the program include air sealing (weatherstripping, caulking), wall and ceiling insulation, heating system improvements or replacement, efficiency improvements in lighting, hot water tank and pipe insulation, and refrigerator replacements with highly efficient Energy Star rated units. Both single-family and multi-family buildings are assisted. Household energy use reductions and resultant energy cost savings are significant, with an average savings in excess of 20%. Individual households apply by contacting the provider that serves their area.

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