Commercial HVAC utility incentives from Con Edison
Heating, cooling and ventilation are usually the biggest energy loads in a commercial building — which is why HVAC upgrades carry many of the measures in Con Edison's 2026 Small Business incentive factsheet.
We assess your rooftop units, air handlers, fans and controls, match what you have to the measures the program incentivizes, and manage the application and installation with licensed mechanical and electrical subcontractors.
What's typically included
Rooftop unit controls
Advanced rooftop controls (ARC) and dual-enthalpy economizers that cut fan and compressor run time on existing RTUs with useful life left.
Ventilation
Demand-controlled ventilation for dining rooms, gyms and assembly spaces, and kitchen demand-control ventilation for commercial hoods.
Motors & drives
EC motors and variable frequency drives on fans and pumps — among the quickest paybacks in most buildings.
Controls
Energy management systems, advanced thermostats and guest-room energy management for hotels.
What Con Edison's program rules say
Con Edison's 2026 Small Business factsheet lists HVAC measures including advanced rooftop controls, demand-controlled ventilation, EC motors, energy management systems, economizer controls, duct sealing and VFDs.
Incentives are based on the energy each measure is expected to save, so the same upgrade can be worth different amounts in different buildings.
Heat pump incentives require decommissioning the existing fossil-fuel heating system.
Program rules as published for 2026; Con Edison can change incentives and terms. We confirm current terms before every proposal.
Who it's a good fit for
- Restaurants and retail with packaged rooftop units
- Offices and medical practices with split systems or small air handlers
- Hotels and guest-room buildings
- Mixed-use and multifamily buildings with central fans and pumps
Commercial HVAC Incentives by area
- ManhattanHarlem, Washington Heights, Inwood…
- BrooklynSunset Park, Bushwick, Bed-Stuy…
- QueensFlushing, Jackson Heights, Astoria…
- The BronxMott Haven, Hunts Point, Fordham…
- Staten IslandSt. George, Stapleton, Port Richmond…
- Westchester CountyYonkers, Mount Vernon, New Rochelle…
- Jamaica, Queenspossible bonus areaJamaica, South Jamaica, Jamaica Estates…
Check your eligibility
Frequently asked questions
Which HVAC upgrades qualify for Con Edison incentives?
For small businesses, the 2026 factsheet includes advanced rooftop controls, demand-controlled ventilation, economizer controls, EC motors, VFDs, energy management systems, advanced thermostats, duct sealing and kitchen ventilation controls, plus heat pumps under electrification. We confirm which apply to your equipment on the walkthrough.
Can I get incentives for replacing a broken rooftop unit?
The Small Business program generally pays toward replacing working equipment with more efficient equipment, not toward repairing or replacing failed units. If a unit is near the end of its life, it's worth looking at options before it fails.
Do HVAC projects need permits in NYC?
Many mechanical and electrical jobs in NYC need NYC Department of Buildings filings and licensed trades. Our licensed subcontractors handle the permits the work requires.
Can I combine HVAC upgrades with other measures?
Yes. Most projects combine HVAC with refrigeration, envelope or controls measures — bundling usually makes the walkthrough and installation more efficient.
Questions about commercial hvac incentives?
Call and talk to Clean Ridge directly — we'll tell you what your building may qualify for.