Heat Pump Rebates in New York (2026)
New York operates the NYSERDA Clean Heat program — among the most generous statewide heat pump rebates in the US — offering $1,500 to $5,000 per ton depending on equipment type and utility territory. Combined with the federal 25C credit (30% up to $2,000) and IRA HEEHRA rebates (up to $8,000 for income-qualified households), New York heat pump installs frequently see 60–80% cost coverage. Cold-climate ductless mini-splits and ground-source heat pumps qualify at higher per-ton rates than ducted air-source units. Con Edison customers in NYC also access utility-specific incentives via the Clean Heat NYC marketplace.
New York heat pump programs available
| Program | Amount | Type | Authority | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NYSERDA Clean Heat (Air-Source Heat Pump) | $1,000–$2,000 per ton | Rebate | NYSERDA / Utilities | Ongoing |
| NYSERDA Clean Heat (Ground-Source Heat Pump) | $1,500/ton + $3,000 base | Rebate | NYSERDA / Utilities | Ongoing |
| NYSERDA Clean Heat (Heat Pump Water Heater) | $700–$1,000 | Rebate | NYSERDA / Utilities | Ongoing |
| Federal 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit | 30% up to $2,000 (heat pump portion) | Tax credit | IRS | Dec 31 2032 |
| HEEHRA Electrification Rebate | Up to $8,000 (income-qualified) | Rebate | NY State Energy Office | Ongoing |
| EmPower NY (Income-Qualified) | Free or reduced heat pump install | Grant | NYSERDA | Ongoing |
| NYC Healthy Homes Incentive | Up to $5,000 | Rebate | NYC HPD | Ongoing |
Eligibility quick check
Are NYSERDA Clean Heat rebates utility-specific?
Yes. ConEd, National Grid, NYSEG, RG&E, Central Hudson, and Orange & Rockland each administer slightly different rebate amounts. Statewide minimums apply but utilities can pay more.
Cold-climate ASHP requirement?
Equipment must be on the NEEP Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump list to qualify for full Clean Heat rebate.
Can I do partial heat pump (supplement gas)?
Yes — partial-displacement heat pumps qualify, but rebate per ton is lower than full whole-home displacement.
How to stack with the federal credit
New York programs combine with the federal 25C 25C Credit (30% up to $3,200 per year) — see the 25C guide for filing instructions and forms.
Worked stacking example
Buffalo homeowner replaces gas furnace with 3-ton cold-climate ASHP at $14,000: NYSERDA Clean Heat ~$4,500 → basis $9,500. Federal 25C 30% = $2,000 cap. Income-qualified add HEEHRA up to $8,000. Total incentives potentially $14,500 on $14,000 install.