Long Island Power Authority: Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
Rebates for air conditioning, air-source/geothermal heat pumps, and furnaces from $250-$1,000 depending on the SEER/EER ratings; rebates of up to $5,000 for insulation, ventilation repairs, window and door replacements, and water heaters.
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Long Island Power Authority offers a variety of incentives for residential customers to increase the energy efficiency of eligible homes. The Cool Homes Program provides rebates for energy-efficient central air conditioning systems and air-source heat pumps. The minimum efficiency ratings for central air conditioning systems and air-source heat pumps are SEER 14.5 and EER 12 (SEER 14.5 and EER 11.5 for ductless mini split systems), which each qualify the owner for a $250 per unit rebate. However, if the units have a SEER greater than or equal to 15 and an EER greater than or equal to 12.5, the rebate amount is increased to $400 per unit and to $600 per unit for systems with a minimum SEER of 16 and a minimum EER of 13. The units must be installed by a participating Cool Homes Contractor.
The Geothermal Energy Wise Program provides rebates for new and replacement geothermal heat pumps. Rebate amounts range from $200 - $1,000 per unit depending on the efficiency rating and whether the unit is new or replacing an existing geothermal system.
Prescriptive rebates are available for certain lighting fixtures, clothes washers, refrigerators, and dehumidifiers. The latter two are mail-in rebates while the former is an in store rebate available at participating retail establishments. For a limited time period, LIPA will also be offering rebates on variable-speed pool pumps and two-speed pool pumps. The equipment must be purchased in the eligible time frame provided by LIPA. Purchases must be made from a qualified list of pool pumps provided by LIPA. More information on rebates for energy efficiency products and appliances can be found on the program web site.
Additionally, separate rebates are available through the Home Performance with Energy Star Program. These include prescriptive rebates for insulation, ventilation repairs, window and door replacements, and water heaters. All program guidelines for homes and equipment must be met in order to receive rebates.