MLP REBATES
Select a participating municipal light plant below to learn more about available heat pump rebates.
CONTRACTOR FORMS
HOW TO BE A RESPONSIBLE HEAT PUMP INSTALLER
Contractors working in our programs should:
- Complete an onboarding session with Abode Energy Management
- Complete a Manual J for both partial and whole-home systems
- Utilize NEEP’s ccASHP database to better size and select equipment
- Check the relevant MLP’s equipment eligibility requirements and rebate process before proposing a system
- Participate in industry conferences and relevant training sessions to stay up to date with HP evolution
- Remain in good standing within our MLP programs by being responsive, flexible, and highly communicative with customers and Abode
A 45-60 minute conversation for contractors about the rebate process, program best practices, and the participating contractor list. We will cover the pre-approval and install-QA forms in detail during this time.
HOMEOWNER RESOURCES
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Air-Source Heat Pump
Buying Guide
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Heat Pump Projects Reviewed
with over $20M in heat pump project costs reviewed
“Abode has been instrumental in the success of RMLD’s Air Source Heat Pump Rebate Program. Abode provides technical assistance to customers and HVAC contractors in all phases of the program, including a pre-installation design review and post-installation quality assessment. Abode’s role has been critical in ensuring a positive program experience for RMLD’s customers and contractors.”
Shawn Intorcio
Energy Resource Integration Engineer
Reading Municipal Light Department | RMLD
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BELMONT LIGHT REBATES
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for a rebate through Belmont Light, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are four main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 2: ELECTRICAL PERMITS
The contractor must file for the relevant electrical permit(s) through the town of Belmont. Permits are requested through the Town of Belmont's Building Department.
STEP 3: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 4: REBATE APPLICATION
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
*1 ton = 12,000 Btu cooling capacity at 95°F
| Qualifying Products | Efficiency Requirements | Base Rebate (Existing Fuel: Oil, Propane, Elec Resis) | Base Rebate (Existing Fuel: Natural Gas) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ducted/Ductless Heat Pump | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List | $700/ton* | $350/ton* |
INCENTIVE ADDERS
$1,000 for Residential Rate A Low-Income and Small Municipal Rate MB Customers
- Please provide a copy of your ost recent Belmont Light bill with rebate application
$1,000 for customers that remove their old fossil-fuel based system or install an ASHP system while performing a gut renovation or during new construction. Removal must be at the same time as ASHP install, not at a later date (e.g. the following year)
- Please provide proof of fossil-fuel system removal with application
BRAINTREE ELECTRIC REBATES
The qualifying equipment and rebate application process between BELD’s program and the Mass Save program are different, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements before installing any equipment.
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for a rebate through Braintree Electric Light Department, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are three main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 2: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 3: ABODE REVIEW
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
Ductless mini-split cooling-only units are not eligible.
| Qualifying Products | Rebate Amount (Gas Heating Customers) | Rebate Amount (Non-Gas Heating Customers) | Efficiency Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ducted/Ductless Heat Pump | $750 per ton up to $4,500 | $1,250 per ton up to $7,500 | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List |
CONCORD MUNICIPAL LIGHT REBATES
IF YOU HEAT YOUR HOME WITH NATURAL GAS:
Mass Save is now offering rebates for Concord households and businesses that currently heat with natural gas if they switch to heat pumps between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023. Mass Save provides rebates of $10,000 for air-source heat pumps used as a home’s sole source of heating and $1,250 per ton of capacity for air-source heat pumps used for partial home heating. Partial home rebates are contingent upon installing integrated controls. Mass Save also provides rebates of $15,000 for ground-source heat pumps used as a home’s sole source of heating and $2,000 per ton of capacity for ground-source heat pumps used for partial home heating. Generous rebates for businesses switching from gas heating to heat pumps are also available. Go to Mass Save’s website for more information.
IF YOU HEAT YOUR HOME WITH OIL, ELECTRICITY, OR PROPANE:
For customers who do not heat with gas, CMLP provides rebates of $10,000 for air-source heat pumps used as a home’s sole source of heating and $1,250 per ton of capacity for air-source heat pumps used for partial home heating. Whole home rebates are contingent upon the new equipment satisfying 90-120% of the home’s heating load. Abode highly recommends the submission of the Optional Pre-Approval form to confirm eligibility. Partial home rebates are contingent upon installing integrated controls. CMLP also provides rebates of $15,000 for ground-source heat pumps used as a home’s sole source of heating and $2,000 per ton of capacity for ground-source heat pumps used for partial home heating. In order to be eligible for a rebate through CMLP, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process. There are five main steps to be aware of; see “Rebate Requirements” section below.
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for a rebate through CMLP, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
STEP 1: HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENT
If the home was built before 2008, a no-cost home energy assessment must be completed within the previous three years or within six months after heat pump equipment is installed. Outbuildings are exempt from the home energy assessment requirement.
STEP 2: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, once a homeowner has decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal, the Pre-Approval form can be completed to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install. This step is highly recommended for whole-home heat pump projects.
The Optional Pre-Approval form requires equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s) and Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If a homeowner has received multiple proposals from different contractors and has not decided which project to move forward on, we ask that you submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP PRE-APPROVAL FORM >
GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMP PRE-APPROVAL FORM >
STEP 3: ELECTRICAL PERMITS
3A. An electrical permit must be issued for the project, and the Town of Concord’s electrical inspector must inspect and approve the installation following completion. The permit can be obtained online through Concord’s Town Building Department and the inspection can be scheduled by the contractor by calling 978-318-3280. CMLP will verify that the project has passed inspection. One requirement of the electrical inspection is that there must be an outdoor outlet within 25 feet of the outdoor unit (Concord requires this so that a technician can plug in their equipment and service the ASHP system even if the homeowner is not at home). If an outlet is not present already, the contractor’s electrician must install one.
3B. If the project requires sheet metal ducting work that goes beyond minor repairs, a sheet metal permit must be issued for the project. Examples of projects that require a sheet metal permit include installation of new ducting or replacement, significant repairs or changes to existing ducting. The Town of Concord’s inspector must have inspected and approved the installation. CMLP will verify that the project has passed inspection.
STEP 4: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 5: REBATE APPLICATION
The CMLP rebate application is required to be submitted within 90 days of project completion. As of March 20, CMLP’s 90-day rebate application window begins on the latest of:
- Concord Building Department’s electrical inspection approval date or
- Concord Building Department sheet metal inspection approval date (applicable if the project requires sheet metal ducting work that goes beyond minor repairs)
Projects for which CMLP does not receive an application within the 90-day window are not eligible for a rebate.
CMLP REBATE RESOURCES
HEAT PUMP QUALIFYING PRODUCT LIST
Equipment must be listed on Mass Save’s Heat Pump Qualifying Product List (HPQPL). Qualified installers should be familiar with this list and able to confirm that proposed equipment qualifies. Abode will also confirm that equipment qualifies when completing pre-approval.
WHOLE HOME VERIFICATION FORM
INTEGRATED CONTROLS QUALIFIED PRODUCTS LIST
Partial home rebates require the installation of integrated controls when the existing heating system is oil- or propane-fired. The integrated control model must be from Mass Save’s Integrated Controls Qualified Product List.
HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENT
HINGHAM MUNICIPAL LIGHT REBATES
*NOTE: Customers who heat their homes with gas now qualify for Mass Save heat pump rebates and are not eligible for this rebate through HMLP.
The qualifying equipment and rebate application process between HMLP’s program and the Mass Save program are different, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements before installing any equipment.
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
For non-gas-heating customers, in order to be eligible for a rebate through HMLP, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are four main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENT
A completed or scheduled energy assessment is required to be eligible for heat pump rebates and it can identify cost-saving opportunities.
STEP 2: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 3: ELECTRICAL PERMITS
The contractor must file for the relevant electrical permit(s) through the Town of Hingham’s Building Department by calling 781-741-1420.
STEP 4: INSTALL QA FORM
The Install QA Form must be completed after install by the contractor. In addition to requiring information on the home and the installed system(s), the form also requires a paid invoice and photos of the installed equipment.
STEP 5: REBATE APPLICATION
The online rebate application must be completed by the homeowner or contractor following install. The form will ask for utility account information and will also require a paid invoice and the installed system’s AHRI certificate(s), all of which can be obtained from the contractor.
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
*1 ton = 12,000 Btu cooling capacity at 95°F
| Qualifying Products | Rebate Amount | Efficiency Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Ducted/Ductless Heat Pump | $750 per ton* up to $4,500 | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List |
INCENTIVE ADDERS
Weatherization
– $500 weatherization adder if completing insulation along with heat pumps (in addition to the standard weatherization rebate, which is 50% of insulation project costs up to $1,000)
Whole-Home Heat Pumps
– $1,000 adder for whole-home systems; residents must attest on the rebate application that their new heat pump system will heat 100% of their building’s load for the entire year, without any use of the pre-existing fossil fuel heating system.
MIDDLEBOROUGH REBATES
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for a rebate through MGED, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are four main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENT
STEP 2: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 3: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 4: REBATE APPLICATION
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
If applying for the replacement bonus, documentation is required verifying the removal of previous central AC or heat pump unit (either on the invoice or separate disposal/haul-away documents).
| Qualifying Products | Rebate Amount | Efficiency Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Single Zone Mini-Split | $500 per ton up to $2,000 | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List |
| Central Heat Pump, Multi-Split Systems, and Ducted Mini-Split | $500 per ton up to $2,000 | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List |
| Central AC Replacement (optional add-on)* | $500 (up to $2,500 combined) | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List |
RULES & REQUIREMENTS
- Energy audit required within the last 2 years.
- If completing a project over multiple years, there is still a maximum of $2,000 per household. Cannot exceed $2,000 total.
- Commercial projects are not eligible for a rebate.
- Heat pumps installed as part of a new construction or new addition project do not qualify for a rebate. Heat pumps must be installed to offset or replace an existing less-efficient heating system in order to qualify for a rebate.
NORWOOD LIGHT REBATES
NMLD is offering rebates on qualifying air source heat pump installations for customers who do not heat with natural gas. Natural gas customers are eligible for Mass Save’s residential air source heat pump program.
The NMLD air source heat pump rebate program is divided into two categories – whole-home and partial-home. Complete eligibility requirements can be found on the ENE NMLD webpage. Optional pre-approvals are highly recommended, especially for whole-home projects.
The qualifying equipment and rebate application process between NMLD’s program and the Mass Save program are different, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with eligibility requirements before installing any equipment.
The qualifying equipment and rebate application process between NMLD’s program and the Mass Save program are different, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements before installing any equipment.
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for a rebate through NMLD, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are five main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENT
A home energy assessment must be completed within three years prior to heat pump install.
STEP 2: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 3: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 4: REBATE APPLICATION
The online rebate application must be completed by the homeowner or contractor following install. The form will ask for utility account information and will also require a paid invoice and the installed system’s AHRI certificate(s), all of which can be obtained from the contractor.
STEP 5: WEATHERIZATION (Only Required for Whole-Home Heat Pump Rebate)
| Qualifying Products | Efficiency Requirements |
|---|---|
| Ducted/Ductless Heat Pump | Must be on Mass Save HPQPL |
| Installation Type | Rebate Amount |
|---|---|
| Partial-Home System* | $1,250 per ton |
| Whole-Home System** | $10,000 |
* Requires Home Energy Assessment within the last 3 years
** Requires signed whole-home attestation and completion of weatherization recommendations
READING MUNICIPAL LIGHT REBATES
The qualifying equipment and rebate application process between RMLD’s program and the Mass Save program are different, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements before installing any equipment.
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
RMLD's heat pump rebates for non-gas-heating customers are limited to two (2) rebates per household every twelve years. For non-gas-heating customers, in order to be eligible for a rebate through RMLD, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are four main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 2: REBATE APPLICATION
STEP 3: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 4: WIRING INSPECTION
The contractor must arrange the final wiring inspection, which is scheduled through the Town Hall (e.g. Reading Town Hall, North Reading Town Hall, Lynnfield Town Hall, or Wilmington Town Hall). Once the inspection has been completed, the inspector will provide the inspection results directly to RMLD.
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
*NOTE: All rebates will be capped at $6,000
| Equipment | Installation Type | Efficiency Requirements | Rebate Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ducted/Ductless Heat Pump | No existing heat pump | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List | $1,000 per ton |
| Ducted/Ductless Heat Pump | Replacing existing heat pump | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List | $200 per ton |
OPTIONAL WEATHERIZATION ADD-ON
To promote electrification and reduce net carbon emissions, RMLD offers an optional add-on incentive for installing weatherization (insulation and air sealing) upgrades. The efficiency of heat pumps is improved by pairing them with improved weatherization.
RMLD's optional weatherization add-on incentive is only available to RMLD customers who are also installing heat pumps. As with RMLD's heat pump rebate, RMLD's add-on weatherization rebate is only available to customers with non-gas existing heating; customers with existing gas heating can access weatherization incentives through the Mass Save Program. If you are planning to install weatherization measures and apply for the rebate, heat pumps and weatherization must be installed within six months of one another.
STEP 1: CONSULT WITH A WEATHERIZATION SPECIALIST
Abode Energy Management (Abode) provides no-cost consultations to RMLD customers regarding weatherization. Completing the no-cost weatherization consultation is the required first step to accessing the optional weatherization add-on incentive.
STEP 2: HOME PERFORMANCE CONTRACTOR (HPC) SCOPING VISIT
STEP 3: INSTALL WEATHERIZATION UPGRADES
STEP 4: WEATHERIZATION QUALITY ASSURANCE
STEP 5: WEATHERIZATION REBATE APPLICATION
Upon weatherization install approval, the Heat Pump & Optional Weatherization Rebate Application Form is sent to the customer by Abode. Customer submits completed rebate application to rmld@abodeem.com along with an itemized, paid invoice for the weatherization work.
WAKEFIELD GAS & LIGHT REBATES
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
In order to be eligible for a rebate through WMGLD, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are four main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENT (OPTIONAL)
A no-cost home energy assessment is optional, but highly recommended. This home energy assessment can be scheduled through the NextZero program by contacting the hotline at (888) 333-7525.
STEP 2: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 3: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 4: REBATE APPLICATION
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
- Actual tons are calculated based on AHRI cooling capacity divided by 12,000 BTUs. Rebate amount based on actual tons.
- Rebates are bill credits
- Rebates are available to residential accounts only; commercial clients must go through MMWEC’s Green Opportunities Program
- Heat pumps installed into an existing home or into a new addition on an existing home qualify for a heat pump rebate from WMGLD. Heat pumps installed as part of a new construction project do not qualify for a rebate from WMGLD.
| Qualifying Products | Rebate Amount | Efficiency Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Ducted/Ductless Heat Pump | $500/ton up to $2,000 | Must be on NEEP ccASHP List |
WELLESLEY MUNICIPAL LIGHT REBATES
The qualifying equipment and rebate application process between WMLP’s program and the Mass Save program are different, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements before installing any equipment.
REBATE REQUIREMENTS
In order to qualify for a rebate, an outdoor condenser unit must be installed on a stand providing at least 12" of ground clearance to the base of the condenser unit (unless the unit is adequately shielded against snowfall from the top and sides).
For non-gas-heating customers, in order to be eligible for a rebate through WMLP, the project must adhere to Abode’s review process.
There are five main steps to be aware of:
STEP 1: PRE-APPROVAL FORM (OPTIONAL)
Optionally, the Pre-Approval form can be completed by the contractor prior to installation. Once you have decided on a contractor and heat pump proposal to move forward with, if you would like to confirm eligibility for rebates prior to install, your installer can submit the Optional Pre-Approval Form. This form includes equipment information for the proposed heat pump system(s). Abode will verify whether the equipment meets the efficiency requirements to qualify for the MLP's rebate.
If you have multiple proposals and have not decided yet on a single proposal, rather than submitting multiple pre-approvals, we ask that you instead submit a "Quote Review" to Abode; see above for consultation offerings to submit quotes.
STEP 2: REQUIRED PERMITS
The contractor must file for the relevant building, electrical, and/or sheet metal permit(s) through Wellesley’s Town Building Department by calling 781-431-1019. The contractor should confirm with WMLD which permit(s) are required. Additionally, for new outdoor systems, i.e. systems that are not replacing an existing outdoor unit, it is required for the contractor and customer to obtain a plot plan for the project.
STEP 3: REBATE APPLICATION
The final rebate application must be completed by the homeowner and contractor following install. The application form can be accessed at this link. The form will ask for utility account information and will also require knowing the cooling capacity of the system according to the system’s AHRI specifications, which can be provided by the contractor. Once completed, the form will need to be uploaded to the Install QA form, detailed in the step below.
STEP 4: INSTALL QA FORM
STEP 5: WIRING INSPECTION
The contractor must arrange the final wiring inspection, which is scheduled through Wellesley Town Hall.
QUALIFYING PRODUCTS
| Equipment | Efficiency Requirements | Rebate Amount: Oil & Propane Customers | Rebate Amount: Other Non-Gas Customers (e.g. electrical resistance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ducted/Ductless Air-Source Heat Pump | Must be listed on NEEP ccASHP List | $1,600 per ton up to $10,000 | $1,000 per ton up to $5,000 |