What is Mass Save®?

At a Glance:

• Mass Save provides rebates for energy-efficient upgrades like heat pumps, with amounts ranging from $1,250 to $16,000.
• The program includes free home energy assessments and zero-interest loans to make home improvements more accessible.
• Tetra now offers instant rebates, making energy-efficient upgrades even easier and more accessible.

Introduction

In the pursuit of a more sustainable and energy-efficient future, homeowners in Massachusetts have a powerful ally in the form of Mass Save. This statewide initiative, sponsored by Massachusetts' natural gas and electric utilities and energy efficiency service providers, offers a wealth of resources, incentives, and programs designed to help homeowners reduce energy consumption (despite the increasing cost of electricity), lower their energy bills, and make their homes more comfortable. In this blog post, we will explore Mass Save and the multitude of benefits it brings to Massachusetts residents. It might also be helpful for you to check out this article on the latest updates on Mass Save rebates for 2024.

What is Mass Save?

If you’ve been wondering “What is Mass Save?”, then this is the article for you. Mass Save is a collaborative effort between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and energy providers to promote energy efficiency and conservation. The program is designed to offer homeowners, renters, and businesses various tools, incentives, and information to make informed energy-saving decisions.

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The Benefits of Mass Save 

1. Financial Savings:  You can save up to $16k on a heat pump with Mass Save’s help. 
2. Free or Subsidized Installation: Mass Save provides significant benefits by offering free or subsidized heat pump installations, helping homeowners lower their energy bill and reduce their carbon footprints. 
3. Energy Efficiency Assessments: One of the standout features of Mass Save is its provision of no-cost energy assessments for homeowners. Trained energy specialists visit your home to identify areas where energy is being wasted and recommend improvements. These assessments can help you understand your home's energy usage and where you can make the most impactful changes.
4. Battery Storage Systems: Mass Save also offers incentives on battery storage systems, which helps people reduce their reliance on the power grid during peak times. 
5. Energy-Saving Products: The program provides discounts and fast and easy rebates on energy-efficient products, including LED lighting, smart thermostats, and programmable thermostats. These products not only save energy but also reduce your utility bills.
6. Heat Loan Program: Mass Save offers the Heat Loan Program, which allows homeowners to finance eligible energy-efficient improvements with low-interest loans. This makes it easier to undertake a heat pump installation without a large upfront cost.
7. Income-Eligible Programs: Mass Save recognizes that not all homeowners have the same resources. Low- and moderate-income residents can benefit from specialized programs and incentives to help them make energy-efficient upgrades.
8. Environmental Impact: By reducing energy consumption, Mass Save contributes to a more sustainable environment by lowering greenhouse gas emissions and the demand for fossil fuels.
9. Improved Home Comfort: Energy-efficient upgrades lead to more comfortable living spaces with fewer drafts, better temperature control, and improved indoor air quality.
10. Increased Home Value: A home with energy-efficient features and upgrades is more attractive to buyers and can have a higher resale value.

Maximize your Mass Save Rebates with Tetra 

Take the first step toward a more energy-efficient home by scheduling your free virtual estimate with Tetra. The whole process can be confusing, but Tetra is here to help. We can file all your Mass Save rebate forms for you and also offer instant rebates. This means we automatically deduct your rebate amount from your final bill. So you no longer have to wait weeks or months to get your savings.