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Save Thousands with Geothermal Heat Pumps

    Receive up to $40,000 when you install renewable geothermal heating and cooling technology.

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    How Geothermal Works

    Ground-source heat pumps (also known as geothermal heat pumps) transfer heat from the earth into your building during winter to heat it, and out during summer to cool it.

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    Geothermal has three main components


    1. A ground loop, which consists of pipes buried in the ground that circulate water to absorb heat from or release heat into the surrounding soil
    2. Heat pumps, which use a refrigerant to transfer energy from the ground loop into your home (or vice versa)
    3. Ductwork, which distributes heated or cooled air throughout your home

    Retrofit Incentives for Whole Buildings

    Weatherized Tier Rate *

    Standard Rate

    Incentive

    $30,000

    $25,000

    Enhanced Incentives for Disadvantaged Communities**

    $40,000

    $35,000

    Weatherized Tier Rate *
    $30,000

    Standard Rate
    $25,000

    Weatherized Tier Rate *
    $40,000

    Standard Rate
    $35,000

    New Construction Incentives for Whole Buildings

    Weatherized Tier Rate *

    Incentive

    $15,000

    Enhanced Incentives for Disadvantaged Communities**

    $20,000

    Weatherized Tier Rate *
    $15,000

    Weatherized Tier Rate *
    $20,000

    *The Weatherized Tier offers higher incentives for homes that are properly insulated and air sealed. If your home does not meet these requirements, you may still qualify for a standard incentive. An approved contractor can help determine which incentive level your project qualifies for. Incentives for GSHP new construction projects are automatically considered to be in the Weatherized Tier.  

    **Incentives are capped at 70% of project costs, or 85% if you’re located in a Disadvantaged Community. See if you qualify.

    Eligibility

    All customers must work with an approved contractor and be deemed service adequate to participate.

    Get Started

    Step 1

    Choose a participating contractor to plan a home visit.

    Step 2

    Your contractor recommends the proper equipment and completes the work.

    Step 3

    Your rebate is subtracted from the final invoice. No waiting for rebates.

    Step 4

    Consider switching to the Steady Use Rate to save an average of 10% on your bill compared to the standard rate.
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    Find a participating contractor to begin your geothermal heat pump upgrade

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