Do I Qualify
- Use City of Newark electric service at the installation address.
- Purchase new qualifying equipment and retain the dated receipt.
- Apply within three months of purchase and by the following January application deadline.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central air conditioner | Split: SEER2 ≥15.2/EER2 ≥12.0. Packaged: SEER2 ≥15.2/EER2 ≥11.5. | $100 per air conditioner |
| Air-source heat pump | ENERGY STAR certified; qualifying product list. | $100 per heat pump |
| Smaller cold-climate heat pump | Less than two tons; qualifying NEEP product list. | $350 per heat pump |
| Larger cold-climate heat pump | Two or more tons; qualifying NEEP product list. | $750 per heat pump |
| Smart thermostat | ENERGY STAR certified; qualifying product list. | $100 per thermostat |
Who Files It
The homeowner submits the rebate request to Efficiency Smart.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Confirm product eligibility before purchase.
- Submit the receipt, utility information, and required HVAC invoice details. Rebate application.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the City of Newark Electric page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.