25C Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credit and 25D Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit – The 25C and 25D tax credits incentivize household electrification by lowering the total cost of qualified electrification upgrades. 25C provides a capped 30 percent tax credit for air-source heat pumps, heat pump water heaters (HPWHs), qualifying electrical panel upgrades, select weatherization measures, and energy audits. 25D provides an uncapped 30 percent tax credit for rooftop solar, battery storage, and geothermal heat pumps.
PSEG ENERGY STAR Rebates – PSEG customers are eligible for immediate or online rebates after purchase on a variety home energy appliances.
ENERGY STAR Tax Credits - A broad selection of ENERGY STAR certified equipment is eligible for federal income tax credits for energy efficiency home improvements under the Inflation Reduction Act. Before 2032, take advantage of the tax credits, along with any available rebates, to help make the transition to a clean energy future more affordable.
Fannie Mae HomeStyle Energy Mortgage - Homeowners can now make upgrades to reduce utility costs and improve the comfort and safety of their homes with Fannie Mae’s HomeStyle® Energy mortgage. Contact your local bank to determine if these financial services are appropriate for you.
Freddie Mac GreenCHOICE Mortgage – Homeowners can finance energy efficient improvements with any mortgage product, property type and financing terms up to 30 years to provide greater affordability for borrowers, offer more flexibility and combine the flexibilities of Home Possible Mortgages to offer borrowers additional affordable financing opportunities. Contact your local bank to determine if these financial services are appropriate for you.
IRS Energy Tax Credits for Consumers: FAQ – IRS answers frequently asked questions on tax credits available to save money on home energy upgrades, clean vehicles, and more.
National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF) – NEIF helps homeowners improve comfort, resilience, health and efficiency with simple, trusted and transparent financing. We focus on guaranteed fixed-rate monthly payment plans with no lien on your home, no closing fees and no cost to contractors. Learn how simple and affordable it is to upgrade your home’s heating, cooling, windows, roofing, insulation, air quality and more.
NYSERDA Residential Financing Programs - NYSERDA offers a suite of loans under the Green Jobs-Green New York (GJGNY) Program to help state residents finance energy efficiency improvements, and renewable energy systems. Qualifying borrowers may be eligible for interest rates between starting at 4.5% for customers within a Designated Area or with household income of less than or equal to 80% AMI with the option of a 0.5% discount for Smart Energy Loans (SEL) when using automatic payments (ACH). For customers outside of Designated Area or with household income greater than 80% AMI, interest rates will start at 8.00%, with the option of a 0.5% discount when using ACH.
Slipstream Energy Finance Solutions - Originates loans on behalf of NYSERDA and offers New York State residents reduced-interest rate loans to finance qualified residential energy efficiency improvements. Qualifying borrowers may be eligible for interest rates between 4.49%.
August Ruckdeschel
Clean Energy Coordinator
ar2464@cornell.edu
631-727-7850 x 11350
Last updated November 4, 2025