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New England Heat Pump Accelerator: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. The term of the Accelerator’s incentives is February 2026 through December 2029.
Serves: Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, including towns served by municipal light plants.
Do I Qualify
- Existing single-family homes qualify at all income levels, regardless of utility or existing equipment.
- Buy eligible equipment through a participating distributor. Equipment limits apply.
- Direct retail sales and new construction do not qualify.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ducted air-source heat pump | ENERGY STAR v6.1 cold climate; HSPF2 8.1; SEER2 15.2; specified cold-weather performance. | $650 per outdoor unit |
| Ductless mini-split | ENERGY STAR v6.1 cold climate; HSPF2 8.5; SEER2 15.2; specified cold-weather performance. | $650 per outdoor unit |
| Geothermal heat pump | ENERGY STAR certified; configuration-specific EER and COP requirements. | $750 per unit |
Valid from February 1, 2026.
Who Files It
The distributor claims reimbursement. The contractor passes the discount to the homeowner.
The money is paid to the distributor.
The Steps to Apply
- Ask the contractor to use a participating distributor.
- Check that the incentive appears separately on the installation invoice.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the New England Heat Pump Accelerator page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.