Heat-pump rebates in New York (2026)
What's actually available in New York for a heat pump or mini-split — the federal HEAR (Home Electrification & Appliance Rebates) program status, dollar ranges, income rules, and the utility rebates that stack on top. Cited and dated.
This program is live — but amounts, funding and income rules change; confirm before you rely on it.
Important — new federal rule (May 2026): Under updated US DOE guidance, the HEAR heat-pump rebate now generally applies only to new construction or homes that already have electric heat (e.g. replacing electric resistance/baseboard or an old electric heat pump). Replacing a gas, propane or oil furnace with a heat pump generally no longer qualifies for the HEAR rebate. States are adopting this on rolling timelines and the exact per-state effective dates are still settling, so confirm your specific eligibility with your state energy office. Your utility's own heat-pump rebates and any state tax credit may still apply regardless. General info as of 2026, not tax advice.
| Program status | Live |
|---|---|
| HEAR status | LIVE. HEAR delivered through NYSERDA's EmPower+ program (phased rollout since June 2024); point-of-sale discounts on heat pumps, HPWHs, electric stoves, panel upgrades. |
| Amount (verify) | Up to $8,000 per heat pump; $14,000 HEAR household cap; combined with EmPower+ reportedly up to ~$24,000 for deepest-income households (verify per project). |
| Income rules | HEAR: household at or below 150% AMI; full/enhanced EmPower+ support at ≤80% AMI. AMI varies by county. |
| Utility programs | Stacks with NYS Clean Heat (utility-administered heat-pump rebates, commonly up to ~$12,000 depending on utility/tonnage) — a separate program, not income-gated. |
Confidence: Medium-high. Program live; exact stacked maximums vary by household — verify with NYSERDA. As of July 2026.
Source: New York energy office / program page. Also see the federal 25C & HEAR overview.
Now pick the right system
Rebates often require a qualifying efficiency (e.g. ENERGY STAR / cold-climate). Compare models and size it properly:
Compare systems → Sizing calculator →General information as of 2026, compiled from public sources — not tax or financial advice. Program amounts, funding and eligibility change often and vary by county, household size and utility; some programs pause or exhaust funds mid-year. Confirm every amount and your eligibility with the New York energy office and your utility, and consult a tax professional before relying on any rebate or credit.