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The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) and the Towns of Adams, North Adams, Lanesborough, Great Barrington, Lee and Williamstown are participating in the Community First Partnership offered by Mass Save Sponsors, Berkshire Gas and National Grid. We are committed to helping all members of our community, regardless of income level, save on energy costs through cost-effective energy efficiency solutions. Not only can you benefit from cost savings, but you can also contribute to the overall sustainability and equity of our community. By working together, we can make our homes and businesses more comfortable while reducing our impact on the environment and promoting a more equitable community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to save money and make a positive difference in our community.

No-Cost Home Energy Assessment

Renters, owners and landlords of single-family homes, apartments or condos in buildings with 1-4 units can save energy and money, starting with a no-cost Home Energy Assessment.

There are benefits available for residents of all income levels.

Energy and water saving devices, including

Programmable thermostats
High-efficiency shower heads and faucet aerators
Advanced power strips

No-cost air sealing

75-100% off approved insulation. Recently updated to include 100% off the cost for:

Rental units
2-4 unit buildings when all units are insulated at same time
Moderate income households*
Low income households*

*To see if you might qualify as low or moderate income, click here.

Rebates on high-efficiency appliances and heating and cooling equipment, including NEW increased incentives for heat pumps

0% financing opportunity through the Mass Save HEAT Loan Program

Additional financial support to help moderate income households make repairs necessary in order to install recommended upgrades through the MA Department of Energy Resources

Based on your income, or on your tenants' income if you own a multi-unit building, you may qualify for even greater energy - and cost-saving benefits through the Income Eligible Program.

Income Eligible Program

If you live in a single family home or 2-4 unit building and you qualify as low-income,* you may be eligible for energy-saving upgrades that can lower your monthly energy bills and make your home more comfortable at no cost. Property owners may also be eligible based on their, or theirs tenants’ income.

*To see if you might qualify as low-income click here.

Insulation and air sealing
Heating and cooling upgrades or replacements, including heat pumps
High-efficiency appliance upgrades
Energy and water saving devices, such as:
- Programmable thermostats
- High-efficiency shower heads and faucet aerators
- Advanced power strips
Covering the full cost of some upgrades or repairs that are necessary before installing recommended insulation or other energy service upgrades

The Sponsors of Mass Save have partnered with the Massachusetts Community Action Program (CAP) Agencies and Low-Income Energy Affordability Network (LEAN) to provide these upgrades at no cost.

There are additional energy assistance programs available through the local CAP agencies and Mass Save Sponsors, including:

Discounted gas and electric rates
Fuel Assistance (winter heating season)
Assistance paying overdue gas and electric bills
Other non-energy related assistance programs

High-Efficiency Heating and Cooling Upgrades

Owners of single-family homes, apartments and condos in 1-4 unit buildings may be eligible for rebates to upgrade to high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment.

Up to $16,000 off air source and air to water heat pumps
Up to $25,000 off ground source heat pumps
Rebates for high-efficiency gas, propane or oil heating equipment*
0% financing opportunity through the Mass Save HEAT Loan Program

*Equipment must be installed by 8/31/24 and rebate application must be postmarked no later than 9/30/24 to be eligible.

Multi-Family Energy Assessments

Property owners or managers of residential buildings with more than 5 units can request a Mass Save Multi-Family Energy Assessment at no cost. The rebates and incentives available for energy efficiency upgrades can increase your property value and reduce your operating costs year round.

Occupancy sensors
Water heating equipment
High-efficiency shower heads and faucet aerators
Programmable thermostats
Insulation
Air sealing of drafty areas
High-efficiency heating and cooling equipment and controls

Get started by visiting the Mass Save Multi-Family Program.

Small Business Energy Assessments

Get a no-cost virtual or in-person energy assessment for your small business, nonprofit or house of worship.

Save money on overhead costs
Increase profit margins
Boost the comfort of your customers and employees

Schedule an assessment today to take advantage of the offer to receive up to 70% off approved energy-saving measures to reduce energy use related to lighting, heating, cooling, refrigeration, water heating, dish washing, and cooking.

What is the definition of a “small business” for this program?

A qualifying small business must use 1.5 million kWh or less for electric and 40,000 therms or less for natural gas.

Small nonprofit organizations and houses of worship can also qualify for this program, based on their energy usage. If you are not sure if your business qualifies, click here to get started, and we’ll connect you to a small business vendor who can answer your questions.

Join us! Together we can reach our goals for this year:

435
Homes insulated

240
High-efficiency heating or cooling upgrades

75
Small business
projects