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Geothermal Heat Pump Incentives

Rebate Claim Form
 

Geothermal heat pumps, also called ground source heat pumps, take advantage of the constant temperature of the ground below the frost line to heat in the winter and cool in the summer. Efficiency Maine offers a $3,000 rebate for qualifying geothermal heat pumps. Click here for more information on this technology. 30% uncapped federal tax credit available through 12/31/2025 for geothermal heat pumps. Click here to find a contractor near you.

Rebate

  • 1/3 project cost up to $3,000 rebate
  • Lifetime limit is one geothermal rebate per housing unit (dedicated kitchen, sleeping area, and bathroom)

Eligibility

Participant

  • Homeowners of any income

Upgrade

  • ENERGY STAR® geothermal heat pump

Building

  • Single-family house, two-unit duplex, condominium, or mixed-use building with one or two housing units and no commercial electrical meter(s). Click here for all other building types.
  • Building is principal, year-round residence for occupants, NOT a seasonal, second, or vacation home
  • Installed in primary living area, not a garage or outbuilding

Installer

  • Residential Registered Vendor for Geothermal Systems

Timeframe

  • Rebate claim form emailed or postmarked within six months of project completion

Energy Loan Eligible?

  • Yes. Click here for details.

How to Get a Rebate

  1. Hire/contract with a Residential Registered Vendor
  2. Complete upgrade
  3. Submit rebate claim form
  4. Efficiency Maine sends rebate check
  5. File for federal tax credit (if applicable)

Terms and Conditions

Only one rebate will be paid for any given upgrade. Efficiency Maine does not warrant the performance of rebated upgrade. Program and incentives subject to change or termination. Please allow six weeks for rebate processing. Incomplete information may delay or disqualify your rebate. Efficiency Maine reserves the right to verify installation and perform an inspection.

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