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Assistance for Low Income Households

Home Performance with ENERGY STAR
Home Weatherization
Home Heating Assistance
Free Weatherization Kit
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Federal Tax Credits

Household Tax Credit
Commercial Building Tax Deduction





Get Paid to Reduce Demand

Large electric power users in New York State can choose to get paid for lowering electricity usage during periods of high-demand on the electricity grid.

Learn About Demand-Response
Demand-Response with NYSEG
Demand-Response with RG&E
Demand-Response with NationalGrid

Utility Incentives and Rebates in Monroe County

For Customers of Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E):
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For Customers of New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG): RG&E Logo

Get free energy efficient lighting assessments and 70% OFF of recommended lighting upgrades!

RG&E Customers - Learn More Now!
NYSEG Customers - Learn More Now!
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For Customers of Municipal Electric Services (Independent Energy Efficiency Program):
Free Weatherization Kit from New York Power Authority Learn About IEEP



Save Money on Utility Bills

You have energy choices! The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) has opened the State's electric industry to competition. You could save money by shopping for lower cost power from your utility or from an Energy Services Company (ESCO). Competition can lower your cost and protect you from rising prices.
Find an ESCO from the PSC Directory


ENERGY STAR Guide for Small Business

Help small businesses find and carry out energy efficiency projects

Guide for Small Business



State Wide Programs

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) offers incentives programs for Residents, Businesses (Commercial/Industrial) and Organizations of all types.

NYSERDA Website


NYSERDA's Energy Efficiency Programs:

NYSERDA Subsidized Low Cost Energy Audit Programs
Audits will help identify economically justified energy savings improvements. This program provide subsidized energy audits to businesses and organizations. If your annual electricity bill is < $25,000, the audit will only cost you $100. If your annual electricity bill is between $25,000 and $75,000, the audit will only cost you $400.

NYSERDA Subsidizes Grid Connected Solar and Wind Electricity Generation Systems
 

Energy Saving Ideas

ENERGY STAR Rebates
Ready to buy energy efficient appliances and equipment? New York State has an Appliance Swap Out program offering energy efficiency rebates that will save you money. But hurry - applications are only valid while funding lasts!
Home Energy Appliance Calculator
Want to know much you are paying for the energy used by your appliances? Use the Appliance Energy Calculator to find out.
Home Energy Audit
Compare your home's energy usage to similar homes across the country. Collect your last 12 months of utility bills and spend 5 minutes for a do-it-your-self audit
NeighborWorks
NeighborWorks - A Home Performance Contractor Serving the Community Fall Special!- Energy audit with furnace clean & tune
Hire a Professional Auditor
A professional Home Energy Auditor or "Rater" can provide specific recommendations for improving the efficiency of your home
Crossfield
Crossfield Heating & Air Conditioning
Energy Performance Contractors
Consider using professional Contractors specialized in Home Energy Performance
Small Businesses
Take Advantage of the subsidized low cost audit to find energy and money savings opportunities
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