Clean Heating and Cooling Campaigns

*Note:  This page will be updated once the new CEC Program is announced in 2026.

What is a Clean Heating and Cooling Campaign?

In previous rounds of NYSERDA's CEC Program, municipalities could earn points by hosting campaigns that encouraged residents to install heat pumps in their homes.  The Climate Smart Communities Program, managed by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, currently has opportunities available for municipalities to earn credit for energy reduction & clean heating focused campaigns. You can learn more here:

PE9 Action: Energy Reduction Campaign | (opens in new tab)PE8 Action: Community(opens in new tab) Campaigns(opens in new tab)

How should my municipality choose HVAC contractors as partners?

The HVAC contractors listed below have expressed interest in assisting municipalities with a NYSERDA CEC Clean Heating and Cooling campaign.  HVRC asked them for details on how they could assist with these campaigns and we have published that information here.  These are the providers who responded to HVRC’s request for information and by no means is this a comprehensive list.  For more options, please see the NYSERDA Clean Heat Contractors list.  

HVRC provides impartial technical assistance and does not promote companies or services.  All NYSERDA Clean Heat Contractors were offered the opportunity to be featured here.  

List of participating contractors and answers to questions. (opens in new tab)

How can my community market the campaign?

HVRC has compiled a list of impartial and trusted resources that municipalities can use to promote heat pumps. These can be used when tabling at a local event, for example, or when promoting the campaign on a municipal website or through social media.

In addition, the Regional Clean Energy Hub in our Region, Mid-Hudson Energy Choices(opens in new tab), has Energy Advisors(opens in new tab) available to assist with campaigns and outreach to residents about clean energy.  Information about their team can be found here(opens in new tab).  The Hub is a fantastic resource to share with your community, and advisors can help residents access programs to make their homes more comfortable & energy efficient; please do reach out to them.

Education Guides

Campaign Examples

Financial Incentives

  • Home Energy Efficiency Programs(opens in new tab) - NYSERDA offers a range of residential programs designed to help New York State residents identify areas where their homes are driving up energy costs and can provide assistance in completing energy efficiency improvements for a healthier, more comfortable home. New Yorkers can often combine this assistance with Inflation Reduction Act tax credits and rebates to lower the cost of home energy upgrades.
  • NYS Clean Heat Rebates(opens in new tab)
  • NY Energy Advisor Website(opens in new tab) - NY Energy Advisor is a great way to find savings. When you visit the NY Energy Advisor website, you'll be asked a few simple questions. The answers to those questions will produce a customized list of helpful programs. Plus, the list will include offers or incentives from New York State and New York State's largest utilities that you may qualify for and can help put you on a path to savings.
  • Climate Reality Project Google Drive(opens in new tab) – Contains an up-to-date presentation on federal, state and utility incentives available for homeowners to electrify their homes and transport as well as to make their electricity renewable.

Campaign Partners

NY Clean Energy Hubs(opens in new tab)

Hubs offer information about the benefits of energy efficiency and clean energy solutions. The Clean Energy Hubs can also share information about ways you can reduce energy use and energy costs by examining your energy decisions. The Regional Clean Energy Hub in our Region is Mid-Hudson Energy Choices.(opens in new tab)

  • EmPower+ Program(opens in new tab) – For low- and middle-income households looking to make energy efficiency improvements. Please reach out to the Energy Hubs to learn more.

Sustainable Westchester(opens in new tab)

Is your community located in Westchester County? Sustainable Westchester’s EnergySmart Homes can help you on your campaign by providing contractors, customer assistance, marketing materials, event support, etc.

Sustainable Westchester Google Drive – Outside of Westchester? You are welcome to use their digital resources and/or co-host webinars and share ideas!

Sustainable Putnam(opens in new tab)

For communities in Putnam County, Sustainable Putnam can help support your campaign by providing event, outreach, and marketing materials.

New Yorkers for Clean Power – Clean Energy Coaches(opens in new tab)

Residents can sign up for free one-one-one consultations on energy efficiency and energy transitions options.

Sustainable Hudson Valley(opens in new tab)