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- 1. What solar incentives are available in Massachusetts?
- 2. Federal solar incentives
- 3. Local solar incentives
- 4. Can you claim multiple tax incentives in Massachusetts?
- 5. Does Massachusetts offer tax exemptions?
- 7. What is the best way to pay for solar?
- 8. Going solar doesn’t have to break the bank
What solar incentives are available in Massachusetts?
As a homeowner in Massachusetts, you have access to several different tax incentives that make solar panels more affordable. Solar incentives are available at both the federal and state levels to help you save thousands on your investment in solar energy.
Solar Calculator is here to help you take the next step in your transition to renewable energy. Below, we’ll discuss some of the different ways you can make solar more affordable.
Federal solar incentives
As part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, congress passed several clean energy provisions to reduce energy costs. Among those provisions was an extension and upgrade of the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC).
Federal Investment Tax Credit
The Federal ITC allows you to claim 30% of your total equipment and installation costs on your federal taxes. There is no minimum or maximum amount you can claim and it includes equipment, installation, permitting, and even battery storage.
The ITC will remain at 30% until December 31, 2032. After that it will be reduced to 26% until December 31, 2033, then to 22% the following year. The ITC is currently set to disappear in 2035 unless it is renewed.
Who is eligible for the Federal ITC?
Most homeowners will qualify for the Federal ITC, but not all. You must meet the following criteria to claim your 30% tax credit:
The Federal ITC will also cover the following expenses:
Homeowners save around $10,000 on average with the Federal ITC. But that number can be higher or lower depending on your total expenses.
How to claim the Federal ITC
Claiming your Federal ITC couldn’t be easier. All you have to do is fill out IRS form 5695 and submit it with your tax return. You can consult with a tax professional for more assistance.
Local solar incentives
Who’s eligible : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
How to apply : Massachusetts' 1997 electric-utility restructuring legislation created the framework for a renewable portfolio standard (RPS). In April 2002, the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) adopted RPS regulations. The RPS was significantly expanded by legislation enacted in July 2008 (Green Communities Act, S.B. 2768), which established two separate renewable standards -- a standard for “Class I” renewables, and a standard for “Class II” renewables -- as well as an Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard. Class I Requirements (New Resources) Under the Class I Renewable Portfolio Standard, all retail electricity suppliers must provide a minimum percentage of kilowatt-hour (kWh) sales to end-use customers in Massachusetts from eligible renewable energy resources installed after December 31, 1997, according to the following schedule: 1.0% of sales by 12/31/2003 1.5% of sales by 12/31/2004 2.0% of sales by 12/31/2005 2.5% of sales by 12/31/2006 3.0% of sales by 12/31/2007 3.5% of sales by 12/31/2008 4.0% of sales by 12/31/2009 5.0% of sales by 12/31/2010 6.0% of sales by 12/31/2011 7.0% of sales by 12/31/2012 8.0% of sales by 12/31/2013 9.0% of sales by 12/31/2014 10.0% of sales by 12/31/2015 11.0% of sales by 12/31/2016 12.0% of sales by 12/31/2017 13.0% of sales by 12/31/2018 14.0% of sales by 12/31/2019 16.0% of sales by 12/31/2020 18.0% of sales by 12/31/2021 20.0% of sales by 12/31/2022 22.0% of sales by 12/31/2023 24.0% of sales by 12/31/2024 27.0% of sales by 12/31/2025 30.0% of sales by 12/31/2026 33.0% of sales by 12/31/2027 36.0% of sales by 12/31/2028 39.0% of sales by 12/31/2029 40.0% of sales by 12/31/2030, and an additional 1% of sales each year thereafter, with no stated expiration date Eligible Class I resources include solar photovoltaics (PV); solar thermal electric energy; wind energy; ocean thermal, wave, or tidal energy; fuel cells utilizing renewable fuels; landfill gas; energy generated by certain new hydroelectric facilities, or certain incremental new energy from increased capacity or efficiency improvements at existing hydroelectric facilities; low-emission advanced biomass power conversion technologies using fuels such as wood, by-products or waste from agricultural crops, food or vegetative material, energy crops, algae, biogas, or liquid biofuels; marine or hydrokinetic energy; and geothermal energy. Solar Carve-Out and Solar Carve-Out II Starting in 2010, retail suppliers were directed to provide a portion of the required renewable energy under the Class I Standard from qualified in-state, interconnected solar facilities. The original Solar Carve-Out requirement was 400 MW. Applications for facilities seeking qualification under the Solar Carve-Out stopped being accepted in April 2014 when the Solar Carve-Out II Program came into effect. The Solar Carve-Out II required 1,600 MW of solar by 2020. Qualifying solar facilities (officially known as “Solar Carve-Out II Renewable Generation Units” in the regulations) are set at 6 MW (direct current DC) or less and must have become operational after December 31, 2012. Solar Carve-Out facilities cannot also qualify as Solar Carve-Out II facilities. The Solar Carve-Out and Solar Carve-Out II Minimum Standards for the corresponding compliance year can be found here. The Solar Minimum Standard is calculated by dividing the annual solar compliance obligation in megawatt-hours (MWh) by the total RPS load obligation from the previous two years. The solar compliance obligation in turn is based on the difference in the Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs) generated during the past two years (see the DOER regulations for calculations and additional guidance). The SREC II program was succeeded by the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) program, which is not an SREC program or tied to the state's RPS; and has a participation capacity of 3,200 MW. The SMART program officially launched on November 26, 2018, marking the last day that solar generation units in Massachusetts were able to qualify for the SREC II Program. Class II Requirements (Existing Resources) The Class II RPS requires all retail electricity suppliers to provide annually a percentage of kWh sales to end-use customers in Massachusetts from Class II renewables, starting in 2009. Eligible Class II renewables include systems operating before January 1, 1998, that generate electricity using solar PV; solar thermal electric energy; wind energy; ocean thermal, wave or tidal energy; fuel cells utilizing renewable fuels; landfill gas; energy generated by certain existing hydroelectric facilities up to 7.5 megawatts (MW) in capacity; low-emission advanced biomass power conversion technologies using fuels such as wood, by-products or waste from agricultural crops, food or vegetative waste, energy crops, biogas, or liquid biofuels; marine or hydrokinetic energy; or geothermal energy. The Minimum Standards for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are 3.6%, 3.4137%, and 3.57%, respectively. The calculation is based on a formula established in regulation, and future Class II updates can be found here. Class II Waste Energy Requirements In addition, there is a separate Class II Waste Energy Minimum Standard that requires all retail electricity suppliers to provide an annual percentage of kWh sales to end-use customers in Massachusetts from waste energy (defined as the electrical energy created from the combustion of municipal solid waste) starting in 2009. The standard for compliance years 2021 through 2025 is equal to 3.7% of electrical energy sales and will equal 3.5% starting in 2026. Eligible waste energy generation units must have and maintain a state-approved recycling program, must comply with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection’s air pollution and solid waste management regulations, and must allocate at least 50% of any revenue received from the sale of renewable energy certificates (RECs) generated to its recycling programs. Beginning in 2025 and every five years thereafter, the DOER shall conduct a review of the RPS Class II Waste Energy Minimum Standard. The DOER may modify the Minimum Standard for the following five years. Offshore Wind Target The Legislature authorized the procurement of up to 5.6 GW of offshore wind energy by 2027. Compliance Retail electricity suppliers demonstrate compliance by submitting, in an annual compliance filing to the DOER, documentation that Class I RECs, Solar Carve-Out Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs), Solar Carve-Out II Renewable Energy Certificates (SREC IIs), Class II RECs, and Class II Waste Energy Certificates have been secured. These certificates represent the environmental attributes of one megawatt-hour (MWh) of generation from an eligible facility under each class category. RECs generated in one year may be banked and used for compliance in either or both of the two subsequent years. In order to facilitate robust SREC I and SREC II markets that not only respond to market conditions but also provide price support, the DOER created the Solar Credit Clearinghouse, which exists under each program. Eligible facilities that generate solar renewable energy certificates (SRECs) can continue to do so until 2023, after which the facilities will generate Class I RECs. Eligible facilities that generate SREC IIs will do so for a 40-quarter period from the time they were qualified, after which they generate Class I RECs. System owners that wish to expand their original SREC system should consider applying to the RPS Class I program or the SMART program (eligibility varies). The respective renewable energy certificates (RECs) are issued by the New England Power Pool Generation Information System (NEPOOL-GIS) and are technically called GIS Certificates. Alternative Compliance Payments Retail suppliers may pay the alternative compliance payment (ACP) if they are unable to procure enough renewable energy attributes, however, the ACP rates are designed to be higher than the market price of RECs, SRECs, and SREC IIs. The DOER determined the initial ACP rate for each resource category. The ACP rates for Class I, Class II, and Class II Waste Energy increase (or decrease) annually based on the Consumer Price Index of the previous year. The Solar Carve-Out and Solar Carve-Out II ACP rates decrease annually per 10-year schedules. The base year ACP rates and current ACP rates can be found on the DOER's website. Massachusetts RPS compliance reports are available on the DOER website.
Who’s eligible : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
How to apply : Note: In mid-July 2024, the Department of Energy Resources filed an emergency rulemaking that made immediate rule changes to the Clean Peak Energy Standard, including adding a near-term resource multiplier and amending the minimum standards for 2025 and thereafter. On August 9, 2018, An Act to Advance Clean Energy (H.B. 4857) was signed into law, requiring the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) to develop the Clean Peak Energy Standard (CPS). The DOER officially established the first CPS in the nation in July 2020, directing retail electricity suppliers and distribution companies to meet a baseline minimum percentage of sales with qualified clean peak resources (those that dispatch or discharge to the distribution system during seasonal peak periods or reduce system load). Municipal lighting plants in Massachusetts are exempt from the standard. Qualified Clean Peak Resources As part of the CPS, the following are categorized as qualified clean peak resources: qualified energy storage systems (those that are commercially operational or provide incremental new capacity at an existing energy storage system, and primarily store and discharge renewable energy, starting in 2019); qualified RPS resources (a renewable energy generating source that started operations before 2019 and collocates a qualified energy storage system, or is commercially operational starting in 2019); and demand response resources (those that demonstrate changes to load that are measurable and verifiable, and are operational starting in 2019, including certain aggregate demand response resources through Active Demand Response programs, electric vehicle supply equipment, energy storage systems, electric water heaters, load curtailment, metering, and building thermal mass and thermal storage systems; this does not include qualified RPS resources). Qualified energy storage systems must have a storage duration of at least four hours and must be collocated on the same or adjacent land parcel as RPS Class I or Class II renewable generation facilities within the same utility’s service territory. Energy storage systems certified as a demand response resource are not allowed to be certified as qualified energy storage and do not enable eligibility of Class I and Class II RPS resources as part of a demand response resource. Minimum Standard The standard began in 2020 at 1.5% and increased by 1.5% until 2023, after which it decreased to 4% in 2024. The standard increase, as shown in the chart below, until reaching 34% in 2034. After 2034, the minimum standard will increase by 1.5% annually until 2050. The DOER may determine a standard adjustment and must review the standard at least every four years starting in 2024. The following chart shows the standard percentage for each compliance year: Compliance Year Cumulative Minimum Percentage 2019 0.00% 2020 1.50% 2021 3.00% 2022 4.50% 2023 6.00% 2024 4.00% 2025 5.50% 2026 7.50% 2027 9.00% 2028 13.00% 2029 19.00% 2030 25.00% 2031 29.00% 2032 31.00% 2033 32.50% 2034 34.00% 2035 35.50% 2036 37.00% 2037 38.50% 2038 40.00% 2039 41.50% 2040 43.00% 2041 44.50% 2042 46.00% 2043 47.50% 2044 49.00% 2045 50.50% 2046 52.00% 2047 53.50% 2048 55.00% 2049 56.50% 2050 58.00% Multipliers The CPS offers several multipliers based on season, resilience, and resources, among other types. Multipliers are reviewed and may be modified at least every four years starting in 2024. Seasonal: modifies certificates produced during a clean peak season, including Spring (March 1st – May 14th), Summer (May 15th – September 14th), Fall (September 15th – November 30th), and Winter (December 1st – February 28th, adjusted for leap years). Spring and fall each have a multiplier of 1, while Summer and Winter have a multiplier of 4. Actual Monthly System Peak: modifies certificates generated during the Hour of Actual Monthly System Peak or the highest net demand in a calendar month in the ISO-New England Control Area, and are given a multiplier of 25. Resilience: modifies certificates generated by facilities that generate power during external outage conditions, which are given a multiplier specific to output during seasonal peak periods determined as follows: 5 PM – 9 PM (Spring), 3 PM – 7 PM (Summer), 4 PM – 8 PM (Fall), and 4 PM – 9 PM (Winter), for a multiple of 1.5. Existing Resource: modifies certificates generated by an existing resource, granting them a multiplier of 0.1. Contracted Resource: modifies certificates generated by contracted resources, granting them a multiplier of 0.01. SMART ES Resource: modifies certificates generated by a SMART energy storage (ES) resource, granting them a multiplier of 0.3. Distribution Circuit: modifies certificates generated by a resource based on the “locational value of the unique load profile” and needs of each circuit with a max eligible capacity of 1 MW/circuit. Eligible generation facilities are assigned a multiplier of 2 for years one through 10 of operation, and a multiplier of 1.5 for years 11 through 15. The multiplier is applied to the facility’s certificate production in accordance with the methodology defined on the DOER website. Near-Term Resource: modifies the number of certificates generated by a qualifying energy storage system interconnected and not co-located with a qualified RPS or demand response resource. The qualified storage system must have an operation date before 2027 and have received a statement of qualification after January 1, 2025. The initial eligibility cap for this multiplier is 50 MW of cumulative system capacity, which may be increased in the future by the DOER. The multiplier is 2 for years one through 10 from the storage system’s effect date on its statement of qualification and is not eligible for systems that have also received a Distribution Circuit multiplier. Clean Peak Energy Certificates (CPECs) Certificates are received for each MWh of energy or energy reserves at NEPOOL GIS that are adjusted by multipliers and provided during a seasonal peak period that represents a compliance mechanism. Clean peak resources must register at NEPOOL GIS to receive a CPS identification number, and must also register with the Massachusetts Protection Tracking System (PTS). Non-energy storage demand response resources must register with the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) PTS. Certificates produced in one compliance year may be used for compliance in three subsequent compliance years. Alternative Compliance Payment An Alternative Compliance Payment (ACP) can be made to the MassCEC. The ACP Rate was $45/MWh starting in 2020 and remains at that amount through 2024, after which the rate declines by $1.54/MWh per compliance year; until reaching and remaining at $4.96/MWh in 2050 and thereafter. If the market supply of clean peak resources is above 100% in any compliance year, the rate decreases by $3.08/MWh for the following compliance year. If the market supply is above 120% in any compliance year, the rate decreases by $4.62/MWh for the following compliance year. The DOER may determine a standard adjustment and must review the standard at least every four years starting in 2024. Updates on the ACP rate for the current compliance year can be found on the DOER’s annual compliance information website page. Compliance Reporting Retail electricity suppliers must annually file a compliance filing with the DOER by July 1, or the next first day of business, of the subsequent compliance year. The filing must include the certificates allocated, alternative compliance credits, and electrical energy sales, among other attributes.
Who’s eligible : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential, Institutional
How to apply : Note: The Department of Energy Resources released a straw proposal in July 2024 stipulating several proposed changes to the SMART program, including the following: amendments to the energy storage and solar canopy adder, a new raised racking adder, no more separate adders for community shared solar and low-income community shared solar, specific discounts for customers under community solar project contracts, changes to capacity allocations for small and large solar projects, and a new fixed SMART incentive payment for small projects, among others. Draft regulations are expected to be filed sometime in Fall 2024. The Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) Program provides per-kWh incentives to solar PV projects up to 5 MW. The program is capped at an original program capacity of 1,600 MW, plus an extended capacity of 1,600 MW, totaling 3,200 MW of program capacity available. Incentives are available in Eversource, National Grid, and Unitil territories. Between 20% and 35% of total program capacity is required to be reserved for projects of 25 kW or less. Program capacity is divided into 80 MW blocks, with incentive amounts declining with each block. Incentive Amount The value of the incentive payment is equal to the following for standalone solar projects: (Base compensation rate + compensation rate adders - greenfield subtractor) * total kWh generated - value of energy generated The value of the incentive payment is equal to the following for behind-the-meter solar projects: (Base compensation rate + compensation rate adders - greenfield subtractor) - (distribution kWh charge + transmission kWh charge + transition kWh charge + three-year average of basic service kWh charge) The initial base compensation rates for each utility territory were determined through a competitive procurement process, with projects between 1 and 5 MW eligible to participate. The Block 1 base compensation rates for each utility were set at the average price of all selected proposals for that utility territory in the competitive procurement process. The base compensation rates decline by 4% per capacity block. The remaining MW capacity in each utility territory can be found on the SMART Program website. Base compensation rates vary by system size. The base compensation rate is multiplied by the following factors for projects 1 MW or less: Low-Income projects less than or equal to 25 kW AC: 230% Projects less than or equal to 25 kW AC: 200% Greater than 25 kW to 250 kW AC: 150% Greater than 250 kW to 500 kW AC: 125% Greater than 500 kW to 1 MW AC: 110% The following compensation rate adders are available, with the adder value decreasing by 4% with each capacity block. Community shared solar project: $0.05/kWh (initial adder value) Low-income property project: $0.03/kWh (initial adder value) Low-income community shared solar project: $0.06/kWh (initial adder value) Public entity project: $0.02/kWh (initial adder value) Project co-located with energy storage: Varies based on formula in 225 CMR 20.00 Project including solar tracking: $0.01/kWh (initial adder value) Note that for systems 25 kW or less, the combination of a base compensation rate and adder may not exceed the base compensation rate for low-income projects less than or equal to 25 kW. If a project is a Category 2 Land Use project (ground-mounted with a capacity greater than 500 kW and up to 5 MW that is sited on land that has not been previously developed and is zoned for commercial or industrial use) or a Category 3 Land Use project (ground-mounted with a capacity greater than 500 kW and up to 5 MW), the incentive payment will include a greenfield subtractor. This subtractor is equal to $0.0005/kWh for Category 2 Land Use projects and $0.001/kWh for Category 3 Land Use projects. The value of energy generated by the project is the total kWh generated during a billing period multiplied by the net metering credit rate for net-metered projects. For projects receiving the Alternative On-Bill Credit (see below), the value of energy is equal to the total kWh generated multiplied by the energy compensation rate. For projects that are not net-metered or participating in the Alternative On-Bill Credit tariff, the value of energy is equal to the total kWh generated multiplied by the state qualifying facility value. Alternative On-Bill Credit The SMART Program creates a new compensation option, the Alternative On-Bill Credit (AOBC), that may be used instead of net metering or a qualifying facility purchase. The Department of Public Utilities approved model SMART provisions for the state's utilities in September 2018, which set the AOBC credit rate at the applicable basic service rate. AOBC credits may be transferred, with allocations specified to two decimal points.
Who’s eligible : Local Government, Schools, State Government, Institutional
How to apply : In April 2021, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signed Executive Order 594, titled “Leading By Example: Decarbonizing and Minimizing Environmental Impacts of State Government.” This order establishes numerous energy targets and mandates for all executive branch agencies and all public institutions of higher education. These include the following: Reduce overall site energy use intensity (EUI), defined as weather-normalized Btu per square foot, from a 2004 baseline at state owned buildings by 20% in 2025, and by 25% in 2030. Reduce state government unadjusted greenhouse gas emissions from buildings and vehicles from the 2004 baseline by 25% by 2025, 35% by 2030, by 60% by 2040, and by 95% by 2050. Increase the amount of zero emissions vehicles in the state fleet to 5% by 2025, 20% by 2030, 75% by 2040, and 100% by 2050. Increase the total number of electric vehicle charging stations on state properties to 350 in 2025 and 500 in 2030. Reduce non-vehicle, petroleum-based oil consumption used to satisfy thermal loads for building and non-building uses from a 2004 baseline at state-owned facilities by 90% in 2025 and by 95% in 2030. Massachusetts LEED Plus 2.0 Standard for New Construction: All new construction and renovations of buildings over 20,000 sq. ft. for use by state agencies or on state lands that have not yet initiated a study as of July 1, 2021, the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) and any other agency covered by this Order shall ensure that all projects adhere to the following standards: Certify buildings to the Silver Level or higher of the most recent version of the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Standard, buildings under 20,000 sq. ft. must meet this standard whenever possible. Reduce proposed building EUI by at least 20% lower than an equivalent building that meets the Massachusetts Energy Code. Use only efficient electric or renewable thermal technologies (LBE Guidelines, PG 5) for all space heating and cooling. Use only efficient electric or renewable thermal technologies (LBE Guidelines, PG 6) for service water heating to the greatest extent possible. Establish and design to an EUI target that meets or exceeds best-in-class EUI for newly constructed buildings by type and climate zone. Maximize installation of onsite renewable energy and, when not possible, ensure that the project is solar-ready. Ensure parking areas with 25 spaces install at least one electric vehicle supply equipment and at least two EVSE charging ports in parking areas greater than 25 spaces, In parking areas with more than 10 spaces, at least 20% of the spaces must be “EV Ready” as defined by the latest edition of the Massachusetts Building Energy Code.
Who’s eligible : Schools
How to apply : Note: Recent application extended till July 10, 2024. The ACT School Bus Fleet Deployment Program grants eligible public school districts and private school bus transportation contractors access to a technical consultant and additional funding for electric school buses and associated EVSE equipment purchases, depot construction costs, and installation costs, among other allowable expenses. For more information on application requirements and eligibility details click here.
Can you claim multiple tax incentives in Massachusetts?
Yes. You are allowed to claim multiple solar incentives for the same installation. However, you can only claim each incentive once. For more guidance on how to claim your solar tax incentives, talk to your installer or consult with a licensed tax professional before submitting your tax forms.
Does Massachusetts offer tax exemptions?
Renewables Portfolio Standard
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://www.mass.gov/energy/rps
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/clean-peak-energy-standard
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/guides/clean-energy-standard-310-cmr-775
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Building Energy Code
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/article-37-green-building-guidelines
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/massachusetts-state-building-code-780-cmr
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Performance-Based Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://masmartsolar.com/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount : (Base compensation rate + compensation rate adders - greenfield subtractor) * total kWh generated - value of energy generated
Implementing Sector : State
Energy Standards for Public Buildings
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/info-details/lbe-priorities-and-efforts-high-performance-efficient-buildings#massachusetts-leed-plus-2.0-standard-for-new-construction-
Applicable Sectors : Local Government, Schools, State Government, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.bostonplans.org/planning/planning-initiatives/article-37-green-building-guidelines
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Local
Grant Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.masscec.com/program/accelerating-clean-transportation-act-school-bus-fleet-deployment
Applicable Sectors : Schools
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/massdot-nevi-plan
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Varies
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/green-communities/gc-grant-program/
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount : Custom incentive, amount will vary
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.masscec.com/hydropower-0
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Tribal Government, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-massevip-fleets-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Local Government, Schools, State Government
Incentive Amount : Battery EV Purchase: Up to $7,500 per vehicle Battery EV Lease: Up to $5,000 per vehicle PHEV Purchase: Up to $5,000 per vehicle PHEV Lease: Up to $3,000 per vehicle Zero-Emission Motorcycle: Up to $750 per vehicle
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-massevip-workplace-fleet-charging-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Commercial
Incentive Amount : Up to 60% of cost, up to $50,000 per address for Level 1 or 2 EVSE
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-massevip-public-access-charging-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government
Incentive Amount : Government-Owned Locations: Up to 100% of hardware and installation costs for Level 1 or Level 2 EVSE, up to $50,000 per address All Other Locations: Up to 80% of hardware and installation costs for Level 1 or Level 2 EVSE, up to $50,000 per address
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-massevip-multi-unit-dwelling-educational-campus-charging-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Schools, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : 60% of cost of hardware and installation costs for Level 1 or Level 2 EVSE, up to $50,000 per address
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-massevip-direct-current-fast-charging-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Schools
Incentive Amount : Government-Owned Locations: Up to 100% of hardware and installation costs for DCFC, up to $50,000 per station Non-Government-Owned Locations: Up to 80% of hardware and installation costs for DCFC, up to $50,000 per station Educational Campuses: Up to 60% of hardware and installation costs for DCFC, up to $50,000 per station
Implementing Sector : State
Offshore Wind Energy Target
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/info-details/offshore-wind
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Rebate Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://wmgld.com/energy-programs/solar-rebate-program/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount : $0.80/Watt
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.ipswichma.gov/814/Solar-PV
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount : $0.30/W
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://concordma.gov/2029/Solar-Panels
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : $625/kW-DC
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://concordma.gov/1989/Rebates-for-your-Business
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial
Incentive Amount : Lighting: Up to 50% of cost or $1,000/kW of reduced demand, whichever is less EV Charging Stations: up to $3,000 Heat Pump Water Heater: $185 - $750 Heat Pump: $2,500 - $4,500 Solar Panels: $3,125
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.hudsonlight.com/rebates
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential
Incentive Amount : $1.20 per installed watt dc.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.capelightcompact.org/home-energy-assessments/resrebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling: $75 Electric Clothes Dryers: $50 Induction Stove: $500 Dehumidifiers: $30 Dehumidifier turn-in: $30 Room Air Purifiers: $40 Room Air Conditioner: $40 Heating & Cooling Air Source Heat Pumps: Whole Home: $10,000 per home or Partial Home: $1,250/ton up to $10,000 Air to Water Heat Pumps: $10,000 per home Ground Source Heat Pumps: Whole Home: $15,000 per home or Partial Home: $2,000/ton up to $15,000 Oil Furnace with ECM: $400 Propane Furnace with ECM: up to $400 Hot Water Boiler: up to $1,500 Combined Condensing Boiler with On-Demand Hot Water: $900 Combined Condensing Furnace with On-Demand Hot Water: $500 Water Heating Heat Pump Water Heater: $750 Split-System Heat Pump Water Heater: $1,500 Propane Indirect Water Heater: $250 Propane On-Demand Tankless Water Heater: $450 Oil Indirect Water Heater: $250 Smart Thermostat: Up to $100 Home Electronics Advanced Power Strips: Varies Home Insulation Limited Time Enhanced Incentive: 75% Home Energy Assessment: Free
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.masssave.com/en/business/incentive-programs/new-construction-renovation
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Local Government, Schools, State Government, Installers/Contractors, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Incentive amounts vary widely based on type of technology. Consult the MassSave website linked in this record for up-to-date incentive information.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.rmld.com/efficiency-electrification-programs/renewable-generation
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount : $600/kW
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.rmld.com/efficiency-electrification-programs
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Custom Rebates: Up to $50,000 Solar Rebate Program: $600 per kilowatt Electric Vehicle Charger: $1,500 Cordless Electric Yard Equipment: $25 - $400 Electric Panel Upgrade: $1,000 - $1,500 Air Source Heat Pump: $200 - $1,000 per ton Municipal LED Holiday Lighting: Up to $500
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.rmld.com/efficiency-electrification-programs/renewable-generation
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Residential
Incentive Amount : $600 per kilowatt
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.masssave.com/saving/residential-rebates/new-construction
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : All-Electric Home Incentive Details on the program can be found here. Passive House Incentives Details on the program can be found here. Pay-for-Savings Incentive Details on the program can be found here.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.masssave.com/business/programs-and-services/deep-energy-retrofit
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Local Government, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Installers/Contractors, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Deep Energy Retrofit (DER) Acheivement: up to $1/sq. ft
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.masssave.com/business/programs-and-services/building-energy-assessments/small-business-assessments
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Up to 70% of installation and equipment costs
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://marbleheadelectric.com/rebates-incentives.html
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : HVAC Air Source Heat Pump: $500/ton Ground Source Heat Pump: $750/ton Appliances Room Air Conditioner: $40 Refrigerator: $50 Clothes Washer: $50 Clothes Dryer: $50 All-in-One Washer & Heat Pump Dryer: $500 Dehumidifier: $30 Air Purifier: $40 Heat Pump Dryer: $500 Heat Pump Pool Heater: $250 Pool Pump (Variable Speed): $100 Heat Pump Water Heater: $500 Smart Thermostat: 50% of cost, max $125 Induction Range: $100 - $500 Home Efficiency Incentives Blower Door Test & Air Sealing: 50% of cost, up to $500 Heating System: 50% of cost, up to $500 Insulation: 50% of cost, up to $500 Duct Sealing: 50% of cost, up to $500 Energy Audit: Free Yard Equipment Rechargeable Battery Operated Lawn Mower - $100 Rechargeable Battery Operated Snow Blower - $100 Rechargeable Battery Hedge Trimmer- $40 Rechargeable Battery Pressure Washer - $40 Rechargeable Battery Rototiller- $40 Rechargeable Battery Chain or Pole Saw -$40 Rechargeable Battery Leaf Blower- $25 Rechargeable Battery String Trimmer- $25
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.selco.shrewsburyma.gov/efficiency-renewables
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Air Purifier: $40 Clothes Washer: $50 Clothes Dryer: $50 All-In-One Washer & Dryer: $75 Dehumidifier: $30 Heat Pump Dryer (Electric): $500 Heat Pump Water Heater (Electric): $850 All-In-One Washer and Heat Pump Dryer: $500 Refrigerator: $50 WiFi Thermostat/ Smart HVAC Control: 50% up to $100 Induction Range (Replacing Gas/Propane): $250 Induction Range (Replacing Electric): $100 Heat Pump Air Source Heat Pump: $1,000 - $2,000/ton Ground Source Heat Pump: $1,500 - $3,000/ton Home Efficiency Rebates Weatherization: Up to $1,500 Yard Equipment Rechargeable Battery Operated Lawn Mower - $100 Rechargeable Battery Operated Snow Blower - $100 Rechargeable Battery Hedge Trimmer- $40 Rechargeable Battery Pressure Washer - $40 Rechargeable Battery Rototiller- $40 Rechargeable Battery Chain or Pole Saw -$40 Rechargeable Battery Leaf Blower- $25 Rechargeable Battery String Trimmer- $25 Electric Vehicles and Battery Storage New or Used All Electric Vehicle (EV) MY 2018 or newer: $1,000 - $1,600 New or Used Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) MY 2018 or newer: $400 - $640 New Lease All Electric Vehicle (EV): $800 - $1,280 New Lease Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV): $320 - $560 New E-Bike: $200 - $120 Behind-the-Meter Battery System: $100/kWh Electric Vehicle Chargers Fully Electric Vehicle: Up to $700 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle with less than 15 kWh Battery Capacity: $200 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle with 15 kWh Battery Capacity or Greater: $300
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://nextzero.org/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Varies by utility
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.nationalgridus.com/MA-Business/Energy-Saving-Programs/Electric-Vehicle-Charging-Station-Program
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Schools, State Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : Level 2, DCFC, EVSE: Up to 100%, varies based on location and charging station type
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.masssave.com/en/saving/residential-rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Heating and Cooling Air Source Heat Pumps - Up to $16,000 Ground Source Heat Pumps - Up to $25,000 rebate Air to Water Heat Pump - Up to $16,000 Heat Pump Water Heaters - $750-$1500/unit Storage & Indirect Water Heaters - $50-$250/unit Tankless Water Heaters - $300-$450 Boilers & Furnaces - $200-$7300 Integrated Controls - Up to $1,500 rebate Programmable Thermostat - Up to $100/unit (limit: 3) Weatherization Home insulation - 75% to 100% off insulation, plus no-cost air sealing of leaks in drafty areas of your home ENERGY STAR® Certified Windows - $75 per window Appliances Advanced power strips - Price discounts available Clothes dryers - $50 rebate Clothes washers - Must be pre-qualified through a home energy assessment Dehumidifiers - $30 rebate Induction Stove - Rebates available Lawn Equipment - $30-$75 rebate Pool Pumps - Discounts available Room air cleaners - $40 rebate Room air conditioners - $40 rebate Shower fixtures - Price discounts available Building or Renovating a Home New Construction - Single-family homes and multi-family homes (3 stories or less) Incentives are available for building an energy-efficient new home New Construction - Multi-family homes (4 stories or more) Incentives for qualifying projects ConnectedSolutions Smart Thermostat - Join ConnectedSolutions and get paid for reducing energy use during peak times. Battery Storage - Enroll your battery storage system in ConnectedSolutions to earn incentives for reducing the load on the grid during peak times.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.masscec.com/get-clean-energy/residential/solar-hot-water
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Incentive amounts vary based on multiple factors, see program description for details.
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://mor-ev.org/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Battery EVs and Fuel Cell EVs (Used & New): $3,500 Low-Income Residents: additional $1,500 Trade-In: additional $1,000
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://mor-ev.org/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Low Income Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount : 6,000 - 10,000 GVWR: $7,500 10,001 - 14,000 GVWR: $15,000 14,001 - 16,000 GVWR: $30,000 16,001 - 19,500 GVWR: $45,000 19,501 - 26,000 GVWR: $60,000 26,001 - 33,000 GVWR: $75,000 33,001 + GVWR: $90,000
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://eversourcemaev.clearesult.com/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Single Family: up to $1,700 Multifamily (2-4 unit building): up to $2,700
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.nationalgridus.com/Residential-EV-Charging-Infrastructure-Program
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Single Family: up to $1,000 2-4 Unit Building: up to $2,000
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://nextzero.org/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government
Incentive Amount : Varies depending on utility
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://concordma.gov/1752/Your-Home
Applicable Sectors : Construction, Residential
Incentive Amount : Ground-Source Heat Pump: Up to $15,000 per household Air Source Heat Pumps: up to $10,000 per home Heat Pump Water Heater: $185-$750 Home weatherization: 50% to 100% of eligible costs depending on income level, see program website for more details Electric Lawn Mowers; $100 Level 2 EV Charging Station: $250 Purchase of an EV: up to $1,000 Home Energy Assessment & LED Makeovers: Free
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.masssave.com/en/rebates/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Local Government, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Installers/Contractors, Institutional
Incentive Amount : Heat Pumps: $2,500 - $4,500 per ton (based on equipment type) Furnaces: Up to $950 Condensed Unit Heaters: $750 Low Intensity Infrared Heaters: $750 Condensing Boilers: $800-$8,000 Combined High-Efficiency Boiler and Water Heating Units: $1,600 Kitchen Equipment: Up to $1,500 Programmable Thermostats: Up to $25 per unit Wireless Enabled Thermostats: Up to $100 per unit Steam Traps (Mechanical Traps Only): $50 per unit Shower Heads: Up to $20 per unit Faucet Aerators: Up to $8 per unit Fridge or Freezer recycling: $75 per unit
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://wmgld.com/energy-programs/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : ENERGY STAR Central Air Conditioner: $100 per unit ENERGY STAR Clothes Dryer: $50 per unit ENERGY STAR Dehumidifiers: $50 per unit ENERGY STAR Refrigerators: $50 per unit ENERGY STAR Dishwasher: $25 per unit ENERGY STAR Heat Pump Water Heater: $500/ton, up to $2000 ENERGY STAR Gas Hot Water Heater: $100 per unit ENERGY STAR Programmable Thermostats: $25 per unit ENERGY STAR Room Air Conditioner: $50 per unit ENERGY STAR Smart WiFi Enabled Thermostat: 50% up to $125 ENERGY STAR Induction Range: $100 per unit Insulation and Air Sealing: 50% up to $1,500 (Audit Required) Windows: $50 each up to $500 (Audit Required) Central Heat Pump: $500 per ton (up to $2,000) EV (Non-hybrid) Free - Up to $650 value 100% EV Plug-In Hybrid 18 KW Battery: $300 Plug-In Hybrid 9 KW Battery: $200
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.celd.com/energy-star-appliance-rates
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Air Purifier / Room Air Cleaner - $40 Clothes Washer - $50 Clothes Dryer (Electric) - $50 Dehumidifier - $30 Heat Pump Dryer (Electric) - $500 Heat Pump Water Heater - $500 Heat Pump Pool Heater - $250 Pool Pump -Variable Speed - $100 Refrigerator - $50 Wi-Fi Thermostat/HVAC Control* - 50% max $125 Induction Range (replace gas/propane) - $500 Induction Range (replace electric) - $100 Central AC/Air Source Heat Pump/Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump: Up to $500 Rechargeable Yard Equipment: $25-$100/unit, see program website for details on equipment type.
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://wellesleyma.gov/799/Energy-Efficiency-Rebates
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Wi-Fi Thermostat: 50% up to $125 Window AC Units: $25 Dehumidifiers: $50 Refrigerators: $50 Front-Load Clothes Washers: $150 Dishwashers: $50 Electric Lawn Mower: $75 Small Electric Lawn Equipment: $25
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.capelightcompact.org/business-incentives/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government
Incentive Amount : Existing Buildings Lighting & Controls Prescriptive: Fixed per unit incentive. See application for incentives. Instant: Price of qualifying equipment bought down at time of purchase. HVAC Air Source Heat Pumps, Air Source VRF, Ground Source: Heat Pumps: up to $4,500/ton Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps: $500/unit Heat Pump Water Heater: Up to $2,200 Retail-Grade Battery-Powered Lawn Equipment Lawn mower: $75 String trimmer: $30 Leaf blower: $30 Chainsaw: $30 Professional-Grade Battery-Powered Lawn Equipment Lawn mower: $3,500 String trimmer: $100 Leaf blower: $100 Chainsaw: $100 Weatherization Attic Insulation: $0.08 per R-value added per square foot Wall Insulation: $0.12 per R-value added per square foot Attic Air Sealing: $88 per hour of air sealing work Other Incentives Food Service: Up to $3,000 instant rebate at time of purchase Motors and Drives: Fixed per unit incentive. See application for incentive. Vending: $45-$115 per control Custom: Up to 50% of project cost for qualifying measures Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling: $75 per unit. Limit two per account Room Air Cleaner: $40 New Buildings Lighting & Controls: Price of qualifying equipment bought down at time of purchase Chiller: Fixed per unit incentive. See application for incentives. HVAC: Customer incentive included in select equipment cost at time of purchase Heat Pump Water Heater: Up to $2,200 Food Service: Up to $3,000 instant rebate at time of purchase Motors & Drives: Fixed per unit incentive. See application for incentive. Compressed Air: Fixed per unit incentive. See application for incentive amounts. Custom: Up to 75% of incremental project cost for qualifying measures
Implementing Sector : Local
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.tmlp.com/go-green/residential-appliance-rebate/
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Clothes Washer: $50 Dehumidifier: $25 Dishwasher: $25 Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump: $100 Electric Clothes Dryer: $25 Ground Source Heat Pump: $100 Refrigerator: $75 Room A/C: $25 Programmable Thermostat: $25 Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat: $50
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.eversource.com/content/business/save-money-energy/clean-energy-options/electric-vehicles/business-ev-charging-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount : EVSE: Up to 100% of cost
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://braintree-ev.ene.org/ev-charging-guide/#rebates-incentives
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Level 2 EVSE: $250
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://munihelps.org/mmwec-ev-program/ev-charger-program/
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : PHEV level 2 chargers: $200-$300 (up to $400 for Groton Electric Light Department) All-EV level 2 chargers: Free (Holyoke customers get to choose between free charger or one-time $450 bill credit)
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mansfieldelectric.com/rebates-savings
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : Central Air Conditioner: $50 Refrigerators: $50 Clothes Washing Machines: $50 Electric Clothes Dryers: $25 Dehumidifiers: $25 Window Air Conditioners: $25 Ductless Heat Pump: $350 Ducted Heat Pump: $500 Heat Pump Water Heater: $500 Programmable Thermostat: 50% with $125 maximum Full Electric Vehicle Charger: Up to $700
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.rmld.com/my-residence/pages/residential-rebates
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : Appliances Electric Induction Stove: $125.00 Electric Resistance Stove: $75.00 Refrigerator: $50.00 Washing Machine: $50.00 Electric Clothes Dryer: $50.00 Wireless (Smart) Thermostat: $50.00 Dehumidifier: $40.00 Air Purifier: $40.00 Other Incentives Electric Heat Pump Water Heater: $200 Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger: $750 Electrical Panel Upgrade: $1,000 - $1,500 Cordless Electric Yard Equipment: $25 - $400 Air Source Heat Pump: $200 - $1,000/ton
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.tmlp.com/go-green/residential-house-n-home/
Applicable Sectors : Nonprofit, Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount : 50% of the total cost
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.celd.com/commercial-industrial-programs
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount : LED Light Fixtures: $5 - $225 per fixture, based on fixture type Air Conditioning Systems: $50 - $125/ton Air Cooled Heat Pump Systems: $50 - $125/ton Air Cooled Unitary and Split Air Conditioning Systems: $150 - $250/unit Energy Saving Control and Fan Motors: $150 - $250/motor High Efficiency ENERGY STAR® Mini-Split Pump Systems: $1,000 per unit Variable Refrigerant Flow Multi Split Heat Pump Systems: $175 per ton Variable Refrigerant Flow Multi-Split Air Conditioning Systems: $175 per ton Custom: Varies (capped at $25,000 per year)
Implementing Sector : Utility
Loan Program
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://hged.com/commercial/ee-business/cecp/default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.hged.com/residential/ee-home/recp/default.aspx
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.masssave.com/en/residential/programs-and-services/financing
Applicable Sectors : Residential, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : Utility
Sales Tax Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.mass.gov/dor/individuals/taxpayer-help-and-resources/tax-guides/salesuse-tax-guide.html
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : 100% exemption
Implementing Sector : State
Property Tax Incentive
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.mass.gov/dor/local-officials/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Agricultural
Incentive Amount : 100% exemption for 20 years
Implementing Sector : State
Net Metering
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/net-metering
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Personal Tax Credit
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/regulations/830-CMR-6261-residential-energy-credit#-4-claiming-the-credit-
Applicable Sectors : Residential
Incentive Amount : 0.15
Implementing Sector : State
Corporate Tax Exemption
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.mass.gov/dor/businesses/current-tax-info/guide-to-corporate-excise-tax/deductions.html#solar
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial
Incentive Amount : 100% of the tangible property portion of the excise tax
Implementing Sector : State
Corporate Tax Deduction
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : https://www.mass.gov/business-taxes
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial
Incentive Amount : 1
Implementing Sector : State
Public Benefits Fund
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://ma-eeac.org/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Investor-Owned Utility, Nonprofit, Municipal Utilities, Residential, Cooperative Utilities, Schools, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.masscec.com/about/financial-information
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Investor-Owned Utility, Local Government, Nonprofit, Municipal Utilities, Residential, Cooperative Utilities, Schools, State Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
PACE Financing
Category : Financial Incentive
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Financial Incentive
Website : http://www.massdevelopment.com/what-we-offer/key-initiatives/pace/
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Interconnection
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/info-details/utility-interconnection-in-massachusetts
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Multifamily Residential
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Community Solar Rules
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/info-details/solar-massachusetts-renewable-target-smart-program
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, Multifamily Residential, Low Income Residential, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Generation Disclosure
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/info-details/information-disclosure-label
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Other Policy
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/alternative-energy-portfolio-standard
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Retail Supplier
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Energy Storage Target
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/energy-storage-initiative
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Solar/Wind Access Policy
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website :
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Solar/Wind Permitting Standards
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/guides/becoming-a-designated-green-community#-green-communities-division-overview-
Applicable Sectors : Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, Residential, Schools, State Government, Federal Government, Agricultural, Institutional
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/guides/becoming-a-designated-green-community#-green-communities-division-overview-
Applicable Sectors : Local Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Energy Efficiency Resource Standard
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : http://ma-eeac.org/
Applicable Sectors : Investor-Owned Utility, Municipal Utilities, Cooperative Utilities
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Green Power Purchasing
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://www.mass.gov/doc/interim-clean-energy-and-climate-plan-for-2030-december-30-2020/download
Applicable Sectors : State Government
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
Appliance/Equipment Efficiency Standards
Category : Regulatory Policy
Website : https://appliance-standards.org/document/massachusetts-reduce-utility-bills-and-carbon-emissions-efficiency-standards
Applicable Sectors :
Incentive Amount :
Implementing Sector : State
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