Heat pump rebates range from $450 in Pennsylvania to $11,500 in Rhode Island. This guide covers the exact steps to claim your rebate in each state.
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Clean Heat RI: Program Overview
Covers up to 60% of installed cost, max $11,500. One of the most generous heat pump programs in the country. Applied at point of sale.
Standard Rebate
$11,500
Income-Eligible
$18,000
HEAR Eligible
Yes
Eligibility Requirements
All RI Energy (formerly National Grid) customers. Enhanced for income-qualified households.
- Must install ENERGY STAR certified cold-climate heat pump equipment
- Installation must be performed by a licensed, program-registered contractor
- Equipment must meet minimum efficiency standards (typically HSPF2 8.1+)
- Cold-climate rated equipment required in Rhode Island due to winter temperatures
Step-by-Step Claim Process
- Visit cleanheatri.com or call 844-HEAT-RI to check eligibility
- Schedule a free home energy assessment through RI Energy
- Choose a Clean Heat RI participating installer
- Installer verifies eligibility and equipment qualifications
- Rebate is applied at point of sale — you pay the reduced amount upfront
- No separate application or waiting for reimbursement needed
Get a Rhode Island Heat Pump Quote
NuWatt handles all Clean Heat RI paperwork. See your net cost after the $11,500 rebate.
Important Dates
Clean Heat RI is funded by ARPA. All ARPA funds must be spent by December 31, 2026. Act before funds are exhausted.
Typical Costs in Rhode Island
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Typical installation cost | $13,500 |
| Clean Heat RI rebate | -$11,500 |
| Net cost after rebate | $2,000 |
| Annual heating savings (vs oil) | $1,410/yr |
| Estimated payback period | 1.4 years |
Heat Pump Rebates in Other States
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