HVAC Efficiency Programs

Improve the Efficiency of Your Heating and Cooling Equipment!

Upgrade to high-efficiency HVAC equipment and save for years to come through reduced energy costs. Nearly half of the energy in your home goes to heating and cooling. A properly installed and maintained system can reduce energy use, improve comfort, and help you save money.

MD Utility Rebates on Heating & Cooling Systems

Why upgrade to High-Efficiency Equipment?

  • Better Savings: You can save 10 to 30 percent annually on energy bills. A properly designed and installed system allows the equipment to perform at its maximum efficiency, providing you increased energy savings.
  • Increased Comfort: It’s a difference you can feel. With even temperatures, controlled humidity, less noise and dust, you will enjoy the new comforts of home.
  • Better Quality: High-efficiency equipment will last longer, and you’ll be less likely to need costly repairs.

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER), is most commonly used to measure the efficiency of a central air conditioner operating over an entire cooling season. The higher the SEER, the more efficient the system.

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER) is a measure of how efficiently a cooling system will operate when the outdoor temperature is at a specific level (95°F). The higher the EER, the more efficient the system.

(Source: ENERGYSTAR.gov)

*Geothermal products installed at new construction homes that are not ENERGY STAR certified are eligible for a rebate

$300-$1,250 Rebates on Heating and Cooling Systems

EmPOWER Maryland programs are funded by a charge on your energy bill. EmPOWER programs can help you reduce your energy consumption and save you money.

You can receive…

  • Central Air Conditioning Tier 1….≥16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
  • Central Air Conditioning Tier 2….≥18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
  • Air Source Heat Pump Tier 1….≥16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER and 9.0 HSPF
  • Air Source Heat Pump Tier 1….≥18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER and 9.5 HSPF
  • Gas Furnace…. ≥92% AFUE w/ECM
  • Geothermal Heat Pump (closed loop)*….≥17.1 EER and ≥ 3.6 COP
  • Multi-Zone Ductless Mini-Split….≥ 15.5 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 8.6 HSPF
  • Single-Zone Ductless Mini-Split…. ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 9.0 HSPF

High-Efficiency HVAC Equipment:

Central Air Conditioner Tier 1 ≥ 16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
Central Air Conditioner Tier 2 ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
Air Source Heat Pump Tier 1 ≥ 16 SEER,
≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 9.0 HSPF
Air Source Heat Pump Tier 2 ≥ 18 SEER,
≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 9.5 HSPF
Ductless Heat Pump Single-Zone ≥ 18 SEER,
≥12.5 EER, and ≥ 9 HSPF
Ductless Heat Pump Multi-Zone ≥ 15.5 SEER,
≥12.5 EER, and ≥ 8.6 HSPF
Geothermal Heat Pump (Closed Loop)* ≥ 17.1 EER and ≥ 3.6 COP
ENERGY STAR Certified Smart Thermostat N/A

High-Efficiency HVAC Equipment:

Central Air Conditioner Tier 1 ≥ 16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
Central Air Conditioner Tier 2 ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
Air Source Heat Pump Tier 1 ≥ 16 SEER,
≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 9.0 HSPF
Air Source Heat Pump Tier 2 ≥ 18 SEER,
≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 9.5 HSPF
Ductless Heat Pump Single-Zone ≥ 18 SEER,
≥12.5 EER, and ≥ 9 HSPF
Ductless Heat Pump Multi-Zone ≥ 15.5 SEER,
≥12.5 EER, and ≥ 8.6 HSPF
Geothermal Heat Pump (Closed Loop)* ≥ 17.1 EER and ≥ 3.6 COP
ENERGY STAR Certified Smart Thermostat N/A

High-Efficiency HVAC Equipment:

Central Air Conditioner Tier 1 ≥ 16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
Central Air Conditioner Tier 2 ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER
Air Source Heat Pump Tier 1 ≥ 16 SEER,
≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 9.0 HSPF
Air Source Heat Pump Tier 2 ≥ 18 SEER,
≥ 12.5 EER and ≥ 9.5 HSPF
Ductless Heat Pump Single-Zone ≥ 18 SEER,
≥12.5 EER, and ≥ 9 HSPF
Ductless Heat Pump Multi-Zone ≥ 15.5 SEER,
≥12.5 EER, and ≥ 8.6 HSPF
Geothermal Heat Pump (Closed Loop)* ≥ 17.1 EER and ≥ 3.6 COP
ENERGY STAR Certified Smart Thermostat N/A