Home Efficiency Rebates Program
Home Efficiency Rebates Program for New Hampshire
Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) Program Information
This rebate program was created as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The IRA offers $4.3 billion in formula grants to states to reduce the upfront cost of whole-home energy efficiency upgrades in single-family and multi-family homes. Under this program, the New Hampshire Department of Energy (NH DOE) is slated to receive $34,882,819 through September 2031.
The rebate amount for a completed project will depend on the modeled energy savings and the total income of the household. Modeled energy savings are calculated by comparing the results of energy audits completed before and after the completion of the project.
The United States Department of Energy (US DOE) has issued several updated versions of guidance with the most recently available in December of 2024. This guidance provides information relating to rebates available for projects completed after August 16,2022 (the date that the Inflation Reduction Act was enacted) and prior to the official launch of the program that could potentially qualify for a rebate. The US DOE has created a checklist that contains all the steps and documentation required for a project to be eligible for a rebate. When reviewing this document, please follow the instructions indicated for the Modeled Path (not the Measured Path).
The HER Program is currently not available for NH consumers. Allowing the potential for retroactive rebates would provide consumers with the opportunity to take advantage of completing an energy efficient project prior to the official launch date and potentially qualify for a rebate after the program launch date. Please be aware that the program requirements are fluid until they have been approved and therefore NH consumers should be cautious about undertaking projects before the final approvals have been received and the NH DOE launches its program.
Single and multi-family:
The Department plans to allow the lesser of the following rebate amounts* per unit:
- 20-34% modeled energy savings:
- % of project cost: 100% OR
- $ amount of project cost: $15,000
- At least 35% of modeled energy savings:
- % of project cost: 100% OR
- $ amount of project cost: $20,000
* Please note that the rebate amounts indicated may change based on guidance received and program approval from the US DOE *
FAQs:
Is NHDOE applying for the federal funds for this program?
Yes, NHDOE applied for its formula allocation of $34,882,819 under the Home Efficiency Rebates Program on August 16, 2024.
When will these rebates be available?
NH DOE is awaiting further guidance from the US DOE. This site will be updated as soon as the launch date for the program has been determined.
What steps is NHDOE taking to file its Home Efficiency Rebates Program application?
NH DOE filed an application for this program on August 16, 2024. The Department has received the first round of feedback from the US DOE and in turn provided responses in October 2024.
How can I get a rebate?
This will depend on a variety of factors, but foremost is NH DOE’s consideration for a program design that makes the rebate process as easy and seamless as possible to access and that are able to be integrated with existing energy efficiency programs. Further information will be posted on this site as it becomes available.
Can I get a rebate for work already done?
Possibly. Home Efficiency Rebates Programs managed by states must provide rebates to projects that are initiated on or after August 16, 2022, and meet all other federal and state programmatic requirements. However, NH DOE is urging consumers to be patient as federal guidance has evolved and NH DOE works to get approval for the design of its program.
How much of a rebate can I get under the Home Efficiency Rebates Program?
The size of the rebate is dependent upon the modeled energy savings of the project and the income of the household. Please refer to the rebate amounts indicated above.
How is “Low Moderate Income” defined?
“Low Moderate Income” is defined as 80% of area median income.
How do I find area median income for my area?
You can look up area median income using HUD's Income Limits Documentation System. Select your town in the box on the right, then select ‘view county calculations.’ Review the columns to find the column representing the number of persons in your family (who live in the same home). 80% of AMI for your household will be the bottom row.
Where can I see US DOE’s latest Home Efficiency Rebates Program updates?
NH DOE has committed to keeping this website up to date with the most up to date information. You can also subscribe to the NH DOE’s Newsletter that is distributed via email. To sign up, please send an email indicating that you would like to be added to the distribution list at newsletter@energy.nh.gov.
What other federal incentives may be available to consumers in New Hampshire?
US DOE set up a platform called the Energy Consumer Savings Hub. This site provides practical information on ways that consumers can realize energy savings including some tools and tips.
Who do I contact if I have additional questions?
Please send an email to the Departments mailbox created for this purpose. The email address is IRARebates@energy.nh.gov
Additional Resources
NH DOE held two public information sessions in the last quarter of 2024. As a result of these sessions, the NH DOE created a document that answers commonly asked questions and provides examples of how a rebate is calculated based on the proposed rebate amounts indicated above.
Question and answer document with rebate examples
Webpage Last Updated: 03/03/2025