Assistance for Low Income Households
NYSERDA ProgramsHome Energy Assistance Program
Home Weatherization Assistance Program
Storm Recovery Appliance Grants
$8 Million Program Targeted to Assist Victims of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. Residents statewide in affected areas will be eligible for up to $2,500 of grants to purchase approved home appliances.learn more
Onondaga County Revolving Loan Fund
The Onondaga County Revolving Loan Fund (OCRLF) provides low-interest financing to assist small businesses in Onondaga County improve the energy performance of their facilities and value added processes.Learn More
Loan Fund Brochure
Load Fund Application
Tax Incentives
Household Federal Tax CreditCommercial Building Federal Tax Deduction
New York State Tax Incentives
Utility Incentives and Rebates in Onondaga County
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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 projectsGuide for Small Business
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 NationalGrid
Statewide 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 Green Jobs - Green New York Programs:
NYSERDA's Small Business/Not-for-Profit Audits and Financing
| NYSERDA's Incentives for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic (PV) & Solar Thermal (ST) Hot Water Systems |
| NYSERDA's Incentives for Grid Connected Wind Power Systems |
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Energy Saving Ideas
- 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
- Hire a Professional Auditor
- A professional Home Energy Auditor to scientifically assess your home for improvement opportunities
- Energy Performance Contractors
- Consider using professional Contractors specialized in Home Energy Performance
New York Power Authority (NYPA)
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NYPA provides energy conservation programs that can cut a facility’s energy bills by up to 25 percent. NYPA has services available for:
K12 Schools
College & Universities
Local Government
State Government
Water & Waste Treatment
Healthcare
Not For Profit
- NYPA Energy Conservation Programs Include:
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Energy Efficiency Audits & Overhauls
The Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Initiative
Electric Drive Vehicles
- To get started, email us at Energy2011@nypa.gov or call NYPA's Energy Hotline 866.314.4110.
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