Incentives to Help Reduce Energy Consumption
Mass Save®
Mass Save offers no-cost energy assessments to renters, homeowners and small businesses. Energy assessments find inefficiencies in how energy is used in a home or building. During a home energy assessment, an Energy Specialist will identify energy-saving opportunities and help homeowners and renters access available rebates and incentives. Visit Mass Save No-Cost Online Home Energy Assessment or call 1-866-527-SAVE (7283) for more information or to schedule a home energy assessment. Visit Mass Save Building Energy Assessments for more information on energy assessments for businesses.
Mass Save also offers incentives and rebates for heating and cooling system upgrades, weatherization/insulation improvements, water heating, battery storage, programmable thermostats, appliances and more.
Mass Save offers additional resources to help those who are eligible make energy-saving upgrades. For more information and to determine if you qualify, visit Mass Save Income Eligible Energy Efficiency Programs.
Municipal Light Plant Customers
The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company's (MMWEC) NextZero Program is a residential and commercial/industrial efficiency and electrification program for customers of municipal utilities. Visit NextZero and select a town to see what's available.
Energy New England (ENE) offers no-cost home energy assessments for residential customers, rebate programs and electric vehicle resources. Visit ENE Sustainability for more information on available programs and eligibility.
Not sure if your MLP participates? View MMWEC member utilities and ENE’s list of utilities to see participating MLPs.
Heating Bill Assistance
If you are having trouble paying a gas or electric bill, contact the utility for assistance, including information about enrolling in a payment plan. Visit Find My Electric, Gas, and Water Company for more information.
If you need assistance with fuel bills, call the state hotline for social service programs by dialing 211 or (800) 632-8175 or visit the application portal. To learn more about the program, visit Learn about Home Energy Assistance - HEAP.
If you are not eligible for HEAP, you may be eligible for help from the Salvation Army’s Good Neighbor Energy Fund, which offers one-time grants for eligible consumers. For more information, visit Salvation Army’s Good Neighbor Energy Fund to learn about the program and eligibility.
In Massachusetts, your gas- or electric-supplied heat cannot be shut off between November 15 and March 15. If your electric or gas has been shut off, call your utility company directly. If your electric or gas service is not restored after speaking with your utility company, contact the Department of Public Utilities at 877-886-5066 (toll-free) or visit File a complaint involving a gas, electric, or water company. For more information, visit When am I protected from having my utilities shut off.
These resources from the Attorney General's Office and the Department of Public Utilities may also be helpful: Frequently Asked Questions about Electric and Gas Utilities and Help paying your utility bill.
“DIY” Measures
There are things you can do at home to lower your energy use and save money on your heating bills.
Please visit Energy Saving Tips for Easy Ways to Save (masssave.com) and Energy Saver | Department of Energy for a full list.
If you’re ready to replace old, inefficient equipment or appliances, be sure to check out Mass Save’s rebates and incentives to help you save even more.
| Date published: | October 7, 2022 |
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| Last updated: | December 3, 2024 |