Consumer incentives, low-cost loans, workshops…

Mass Save Insulation Incentive

Mass Save will cover 75% or more of the cost of approved insulation measures.

To see if you qualify, you can call Mass Save at 866-527-SAVE (7283). If you are eligible, you can schedule a free energy assessment to get the process rolling. They’re offering in-home or remote energy assessments.

There’s more information on their website [https://www.masssave.com/en/saving/residential-rebates/special-limited-time-offer-on-home-insulation/], but you’ll need to talk with Mass Save to find out for sure if you qualify.

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Mass Save Rebates for Clean Heating & Cooling with Heat Pumps

Mass Save offers sizeable rebates for efficient, electric air source heat pumps (centralized & ducted) and ductless mini splits, up to $10,000 for whole-house and partial house systems. Ground source heat pumps (aka geothermal) are eligible for rebates of up to $15,000.

For more details, see https://www.masssave.com/en/saving/residential-rebates/electric-heating-and-cooling/.

And you can apply for a 0% Mass SAVE HEAT Loan for air source heat pumps & mini splits.

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MA Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebates

If you purchase or lease an EV, you may qualify for a MA electric vehicle rebate. All-electric Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) with a sales price under $50,000 are eligible for a $2,500 rebate. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), [with a chargeable battery and a gas engine] that are priced at under $50,000 and have a battery range of 25+ miles, are eligible for a $1,500 rebate.

https://mor-ev.org/eligible-vehicles

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Some non-Tesla EVs will be able to charge at Tesla Supercharger Stations

https://electrek.co/2021/07/26/elon-musk-explains-tesla-open-supercharger-network/

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Big discounts on new & used EVs

 IMG_3355 EV in DC during climate march
Big discounts on select electric vehicles (EVs) from the nonprofit, Green Energy Consumers Alliance and their Drive Green initiative. Be sure to read the details about the offer from each dealer such as when the offer expires, if it requires financing with the dealer, etc.
Questions? Contact Green Energy Consumers Alliance at 800-287-3950, email: hello@greenenergyconsumers.org.

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Finding Used EVs

Find used EVs for sale in your area by dealers and private sellers.

https://www.myev.com/

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Guide to charging an electric vehicle at home and on the go

http://greenenergyconsumers.org/drivegreen/charging#range

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Electric Vehicle Handbook

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Plug-In Electric Vehicle Handbook for Consumers (note: excessive jargon and acronym warning)

https://www.afdc.energy.gov/uploads/publication/pev_consumer_handbook.pdf

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Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) Program

Check with solar installers for current SMART program incentives. Incentives have dropped quickly since the program was initiated in late 2018 and is under review for adding new SMART incentives when the program has completed its initial goal.

Massachusetts SMART Solar Program: Complete Overview of New Incentive

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MA Solar Loan

This program makes low interest loans available for financing residential solar power (PV), allowing homeowners to get solar without the large upfront costs!

The program offers:

  • A low-interest, fixed-term loan for homeowners and residents
  • Additional loan support of 10-30% off the cost, for income-qualified moderate to low-income solar owners

Two lenders are participating in the program in our area.

To qualify for this loan, you’ll need to start with a quote from a participating MA Solar Loan Installer (list available on the website below) and review the program steps on their website before starting the installation process.

See www.masssolarloan.com for more details.

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26% Federal Tax Credit for Home Solar Power, Hot Water & Geothermal Heat Pumps

The 26% federal investment tax credit for qualifying residential renewable energy projects has been extended through 12/31/2023.

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Mass Save Rebates for Clean Heating & Cooling with Heat PumpsMass Save offers sizeable rebates for efficient, electric air source heat pumps (centralized & ducted) and ductless mini splits, up to $10,000 for whole-house and partial house systems. Ground source heat pumps (aka geothermal) are eligible for rebates of up to $15,000.

For more details, see https://www.masssave.com/en/saving/residential-rebates/electric-heating-and-cooling/.

And you can apply for a 0% Mass SAVE HEAT Loan for air source heat pumps & mini splits.

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