Decarbonizing your multifamily property isn’t just an environmental choice, it’s a smart way to help reduce operating costs, improve building performance, and property marketability. By upgrading to high-efficiency electric systems, you can enhance resident comfort while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.Atlantic City Electric’s Multifamily Building Decarbonization program supports your transition with financial incentives and technical expertise, helping offset equipment and infrastructure costs, including panel upgrades.IncentivesIncentives are available for both in-unit equipment owned by the property—such as water heaters—and improvements made across common areas or entire buildings. Multifamily Building Decarbonization Program - accordions HVAC Equipment Equipment DescriptionEfficiency RequirementsIncentiveCold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps (ccASHP)≤ 5.4 TonsNEEP ≥ 15 SEER2, ≥ 9.3 EER2, ≥ 8.5 HSPF2$3,600/TonAir Source Heat Pump (ASHP)Single Package ≤ 5.4 TonsENERGY STAR: ≥ 17.1 SEER2, ≥ 10.6 EER2, ≥ 7.2 HSPF2$3,250/TonSplit System, Ducted ≤ 5.4 TonsENERGY STAR: ≥ 17.1 SEER2, ≥ 11.7 EER2, ≥ 7.8 HSPF2$3,250/Ton≥ 5.4 Tons and < 11.25 Tons≥ 14.8 IEER, ≥ 11.6 EER, ≥ 3.6 COP$3,250/Ton≥ 11.25 Tons and < 20 Tons≥ 14.2 IEER, ≥ 11.1 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$3,250/Ton≥ 20 Tons≥ 13.1 IEER, ≥ 10 EER, ≥ 3.4 COP$3,250/TonDuctless, Mini Split Heat Pump (ASHP)Ductless, Mini Split Heat PumpENERGY STAR ≥ 15.2 SEER2, ≥ 11.7 EER2, ≥ 7.8 HSPF2$3,250/TonAir Source Variable Refrigerant Flow Heat (VRF) Pump< 65,000 BTU/h≥ 15.2 SEER2, ≥ 11.7 EER2, ≥ 7.8 HSPF2$3,900/Ton≥ 65,000 & < 135,000 BTU/h≥ 17.4 EER, ≥ 10.7 EER, ≥ 3.4 COP$3,900/Ton≥ 135,000 & < 240,000 BTU/h≥ 16.4 IEER, ≥ 10.3 EER, ≥ 3.3 COP$3,900/Ton≥ 240,000 BTU/h≥ 14.0 IEER, ≥ 9.0 EER, ≥ 3.3 COP$3,900/TonWater Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Water to Air, Water Loop< 1.4 Tons≥ 13.7 EER, ≥ 4.8 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 1.4 Tons & < 5.4 Tons≥ 14.6 EER, ≥ 4.8 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 5.4 Tons & < 135,000 BTU/h≥ 12.6 EER, ≥ 4.6 COP$3,600/TonWater Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Water to Water, Water Loop< 11.25 Tons≥ 11.9 EER, ≥ 4.2 COP$3,600/TonWater-Cooled Variable Refrigerant Flow Heat (VRF) Pump< 65,000 BTU/h≥ 16.8 IEER, ≥ 12.6 EER, ≥ 4.5 COP$3,600/Ton< 65,000 BTU/h & < 135,000 BTU/h≥ 16.8 IEER, ≥ 12.6 EER, ≥ 4.5 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 135,000 BTU/h & < 240,000 BTU/h≥ 14.7 IEER, ≥ 10.5 EER, ≥ 4.2 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 240,000 BTU/h≥ 10.5 EER, ≥ 1.5 EER, ≥ 4.1 COP$3,600/TonWater-Cooled Variable Refrigerant Flow Heat (VRF) Pump - Groundwater< 135,000 BTU/h, 59 deg F cooling, 50 deg F heating≥ 17 EER, ≥ 3.8 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 135,000 BTU/h, 59 deg F cooling, 50 deg F heating≥ 14.5 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$3,600/Ton< 135,000 BTU/h, 77 deg F cooling, 32 deg F heating≥ 14.1 EER, ≥ 3.3 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 135,000 BTU/h, 77 deg F cooling, 32 deg F heating≥ 11.6 EER, ≥ 2.9 COP$3,600/TonGround Source Heat Pump (GSHP) (Water to Air or Water to Water, Groundwater)< 11.25 TonsWater to Air ≥ 20.3 EER, ≥ 4.2 COPWater to Water ≥ 18.3 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$6,480/TonGround Source Heat Pump (GSHP) (Brine to Air to Water, Ground Loop)< 11.25 TonsBrine-to-Air ≥ 15.9 EER, ≥ 3.6 COPBrine-to-Water ≥ 13.6 EER, ≥ 2.8 COP$6,480/TonPackaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP)< 7,000 BTU/h≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$5,000/Unit≥ 7,000 BTU/h & ≤ 15,000 BTU/h≥ 10.9 EER, ≥ 3.2 COP$5,000/Unit> 15,000 BTU/h≥ 10 EER, ≥ 3 COP$5,000/UnitSingle Packaged Vertical Heat Pumps (SPVHP)< 5.4 Tons≥ 11.6 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$5,000/Unit≥ 5.4 Tons & ≤ 11.25 Tons≥ 10.5 EER, ≥ 3.2 COP$5,000/Unit Domestic Hot Water Equipment DescriptionEfficiency RequirementsIncentiveHeat Pump Water Heater (HPWH)≤ 55 gallons≥ 3 COP$2,000/unit or 80% of installed cost> 55 gallons≥ 3 COP$2,000/unit or 80% of installed cost Electric Lawn Equipment EquipmentIncentiveLawnmower (ride)$1,200/unitLawnmower (push)$600/unitLeaf Blower$120/unitString/Hedge Trimmer$120/unitChainsaw$120/unit Other Equipment EquipmentIncentiveElectric Forklift$7,200/unit Electric Ready Equipment DescriptionIncentivePanel Upgrades (must be combined with another measure)$7,500/project Custom Equipment DescriptionEfficiency RequirementsIncentiveCustom MeasureAny sufficiently complex system to not be adequately covered by other offerings$330 per annual MMBTU fuel savings In-Unit, Building-Owned HVAC Equipment Sub-CategoryMeasureUnitIncentiveAir Source Heat PumpsFull Displacement - ccASHPNEEP Listed Ductless ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15HSPF2 ≥ 8.5COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FNEEP Listed Ducted ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 14.3HSPF2 ≥ 7.7COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FPer unitLesser of $10,000 or 50% of project cost of the largest systemModerate-Income: Lesser of $12,000 or 60% of project cost of the largest systemIncremental Adders:i) 50% of itemized costs up to $2,000 for re-ducting, if Manual D calls for it, andii) 50% of itemized costs up to $2,000 for decommissioning. Decommissioning Checklist needed for incentive.Contractor Bonus: $250 for full load and $750 for full load and conversion from delivered fuel system.Additional ASHP units, incremental smaller/equally sized systems, installed in home are eligible for additional per unit incentives at the ASHPs level:i) $2,000 per ccASHPii) $750 per standard ASHPAir Source Heat PumpsPartial Displacement (Dual Fuel) - ccASHPNEEP Listed Ductless ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15HSPF2 ≥ 8.5COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FNEEP Listed Ducted ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 14.3HSPF2 ≥ 7.7COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FPer dwelling unitLesser of $5,000 or 50% of project cost of the largest system.Moderate-Income: Lesser of $6,000 or 60% of project cost of the largest system.Incremental Adders:i) No re-ducting incentiveii) No decommissioning incentiveiii) No contractor bonusesAdditional ASHP units, incremental smaller/equally sized systems, installed in home are eligible for additional per unit incentives at the ASHP levels:i) $2,000 per ccASHPii) $750 per standard ASHPiii) If utilized in a dual-fuel heated zone, must be part of the integrated controls.iv) Must include Integrated Controls.Air Source Heat PumpsFull Displacement - Additional ASHP UnitsMinimum Requirement for All ASHP or ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15.2EER2 ≥ 11.7HSPF2 ≥ 7.8Per unitFull BD incentive available for first unit, additional Heat Pump units are eligible for relevant EE product incentives of $2,000 per ccASHP or $750 per standard ASHP.If utilized in a dual-fuel heated zone, must be part of the integrated controls.Air Source Heat PumpsPartial Displacement - Additional ASHP UnitsMinimum Requirement for All ASHP or ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15.2EER2 ≥ 11.7HSPF2 ≥ 7.8Per dwelling unitLesser of $2,000 or 30% of project costFor MI: Lesser of $4,000 or 40% of project costGround Source Heat PumpGround Source Heat PumpOpen LoopEER ≥ 21.1COP ≥ 4.1Closed LoopEER ≥ 17.1COP ≥ 3.6Per dwelling unitLesser of $3,000 per 10,000 BTUH, or 50% of project cost for gas customersLesser of $4,000 per 10,000 BTUH, or 50% of project cost for delivered fuelsFor MI, extra $1,000 per 10,000 BTUH or extra 10% of project costDomestic Hot Water Heat Pump Water HeaterHeat Pump Water HeaterPer unit$750Heat Pump Water HeaterHeat Pump Water HeaterPer unit$750Integrated Controls for Heat PumpsIntegrated Controls for Heat PumpsPer unit$1,500Heat Pump Clothes DryerHeat Pump Clothes DryerPer unit$200Induction StoveInduction StovePer unit$250 / $350 for MIElectric Ready - Income QualifiedPanel UpgradesPer dwelling unitFor Income Qualified customers, full cost up to $4,000 to upgrade a panel, only when installing BD measures. The upgrade shall include enough capacity to support the needed upgrades and a Level 2 EV charger, where possible. $2,500 for wiring, only when installing BD measures.Electric Ready - Non-Income QualifiedPanel UpgradesPer circuit/panelFor non-Income Qualified customers, up to $300 per circuit for each BD measure requiring a 240V circuit purchased under the program, up to four circuits.Or, $300 for a panel upgrade, only when installing BD measures. Financing up to $2,000. Program EligibilityTo qualify, your project(s) must include the following:Replacing fossil fueled systems (gas furnace, oil boiler, gas water heater, etc.)Documenting existing conditions (manufacturer, model number, efficiency, age, photos, and specification sheets, if available)Integrating controls if fossil fueled backup systems are retainedThe program requires customers to work through an approved Building Decarbonization Trade Ally.Getting Started is EasyGetting started is simple. Contact one of our approved Trade Allies who can help you get started with our Building Decarbonization program.(opens in a new tab)Find a Trade AllyIf you are interested in becoming a Trade Ally, please visit the Trade Ally page.Have questions or need additional help?Our team experts are here to help.Let’s talk: 833.ACE.PAYS (833.223.7297)Drop us a line: ace.energysavings@trccompanies.com
Multifamily Building Decarbonization Program - accordions HVAC Equipment Equipment DescriptionEfficiency RequirementsIncentiveCold Climate Air Source Heat Pumps (ccASHP)≤ 5.4 TonsNEEP ≥ 15 SEER2, ≥ 9.3 EER2, ≥ 8.5 HSPF2$3,600/TonAir Source Heat Pump (ASHP)Single Package ≤ 5.4 TonsENERGY STAR: ≥ 17.1 SEER2, ≥ 10.6 EER2, ≥ 7.2 HSPF2$3,250/TonSplit System, Ducted ≤ 5.4 TonsENERGY STAR: ≥ 17.1 SEER2, ≥ 11.7 EER2, ≥ 7.8 HSPF2$3,250/Ton≥ 5.4 Tons and < 11.25 Tons≥ 14.8 IEER, ≥ 11.6 EER, ≥ 3.6 COP$3,250/Ton≥ 11.25 Tons and < 20 Tons≥ 14.2 IEER, ≥ 11.1 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$3,250/Ton≥ 20 Tons≥ 13.1 IEER, ≥ 10 EER, ≥ 3.4 COP$3,250/TonDuctless, Mini Split Heat Pump (ASHP)Ductless, Mini Split Heat PumpENERGY STAR ≥ 15.2 SEER2, ≥ 11.7 EER2, ≥ 7.8 HSPF2$3,250/TonAir Source Variable Refrigerant Flow Heat (VRF) Pump< 65,000 BTU/h≥ 15.2 SEER2, ≥ 11.7 EER2, ≥ 7.8 HSPF2$3,900/Ton≥ 65,000 & < 135,000 BTU/h≥ 17.4 EER, ≥ 10.7 EER, ≥ 3.4 COP$3,900/Ton≥ 135,000 & < 240,000 BTU/h≥ 16.4 IEER, ≥ 10.3 EER, ≥ 3.3 COP$3,900/Ton≥ 240,000 BTU/h≥ 14.0 IEER, ≥ 9.0 EER, ≥ 3.3 COP$3,900/TonWater Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Water to Air, Water Loop< 1.4 Tons≥ 13.7 EER, ≥ 4.8 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 1.4 Tons & < 5.4 Tons≥ 14.6 EER, ≥ 4.8 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 5.4 Tons & < 135,000 BTU/h≥ 12.6 EER, ≥ 4.6 COP$3,600/TonWater Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Water to Water, Water Loop< 11.25 Tons≥ 11.9 EER, ≥ 4.2 COP$3,600/TonWater-Cooled Variable Refrigerant Flow Heat (VRF) Pump< 65,000 BTU/h≥ 16.8 IEER, ≥ 12.6 EER, ≥ 4.5 COP$3,600/Ton< 65,000 BTU/h & < 135,000 BTU/h≥ 16.8 IEER, ≥ 12.6 EER, ≥ 4.5 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 135,000 BTU/h & < 240,000 BTU/h≥ 14.7 IEER, ≥ 10.5 EER, ≥ 4.2 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 240,000 BTU/h≥ 10.5 EER, ≥ 1.5 EER, ≥ 4.1 COP$3,600/TonWater-Cooled Variable Refrigerant Flow Heat (VRF) Pump - Groundwater< 135,000 BTU/h, 59 deg F cooling, 50 deg F heating≥ 17 EER, ≥ 3.8 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 135,000 BTU/h, 59 deg F cooling, 50 deg F heating≥ 14.5 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$3,600/Ton< 135,000 BTU/h, 77 deg F cooling, 32 deg F heating≥ 14.1 EER, ≥ 3.3 COP$3,600/Ton≥ 135,000 BTU/h, 77 deg F cooling, 32 deg F heating≥ 11.6 EER, ≥ 2.9 COP$3,600/TonGround Source Heat Pump (GSHP) (Water to Air or Water to Water, Groundwater)< 11.25 TonsWater to Air ≥ 20.3 EER, ≥ 4.2 COPWater to Water ≥ 18.3 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$6,480/TonGround Source Heat Pump (GSHP) (Brine to Air to Water, Ground Loop)< 11.25 TonsBrine-to-Air ≥ 15.9 EER, ≥ 3.6 COPBrine-to-Water ≥ 13.6 EER, ≥ 2.8 COP$6,480/TonPackaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP)< 7,000 BTU/h≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$5,000/Unit≥ 7,000 BTU/h & ≤ 15,000 BTU/h≥ 10.9 EER, ≥ 3.2 COP$5,000/Unit> 15,000 BTU/h≥ 10 EER, ≥ 3 COP$5,000/UnitSingle Packaged Vertical Heat Pumps (SPVHP)< 5.4 Tons≥ 11.6 EER, ≥ 3.5 COP$5,000/Unit≥ 5.4 Tons & ≤ 11.25 Tons≥ 10.5 EER, ≥ 3.2 COP$5,000/Unit Domestic Hot Water Equipment DescriptionEfficiency RequirementsIncentiveHeat Pump Water Heater (HPWH)≤ 55 gallons≥ 3 COP$2,000/unit or 80% of installed cost> 55 gallons≥ 3 COP$2,000/unit or 80% of installed cost Electric Lawn Equipment EquipmentIncentiveLawnmower (ride)$1,200/unitLawnmower (push)$600/unitLeaf Blower$120/unitString/Hedge Trimmer$120/unitChainsaw$120/unit Other Equipment EquipmentIncentiveElectric Forklift$7,200/unit Electric Ready Equipment DescriptionIncentivePanel Upgrades (must be combined with another measure)$7,500/project Custom Equipment DescriptionEfficiency RequirementsIncentiveCustom MeasureAny sufficiently complex system to not be adequately covered by other offerings$330 per annual MMBTU fuel savings In-Unit, Building-Owned HVAC Equipment Sub-CategoryMeasureUnitIncentiveAir Source Heat PumpsFull Displacement - ccASHPNEEP Listed Ductless ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15HSPF2 ≥ 8.5COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FNEEP Listed Ducted ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 14.3HSPF2 ≥ 7.7COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FPer unitLesser of $10,000 or 50% of project cost of the largest systemModerate-Income: Lesser of $12,000 or 60% of project cost of the largest systemIncremental Adders:i) 50% of itemized costs up to $2,000 for re-ducting, if Manual D calls for it, andii) 50% of itemized costs up to $2,000 for decommissioning. Decommissioning Checklist needed for incentive.Contractor Bonus: $250 for full load and $750 for full load and conversion from delivered fuel system.Additional ASHP units, incremental smaller/equally sized systems, installed in home are eligible for additional per unit incentives at the ASHPs level:i) $2,000 per ccASHPii) $750 per standard ASHPAir Source Heat PumpsPartial Displacement (Dual Fuel) - ccASHPNEEP Listed Ductless ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15HSPF2 ≥ 8.5COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FNEEP Listed Ducted ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 14.3HSPF2 ≥ 7.7COP ≥ 1.75 at 5°FPer dwelling unitLesser of $5,000 or 50% of project cost of the largest system.Moderate-Income: Lesser of $6,000 or 60% of project cost of the largest system.Incremental Adders:i) No re-ducting incentiveii) No decommissioning incentiveiii) No contractor bonusesAdditional ASHP units, incremental smaller/equally sized systems, installed in home are eligible for additional per unit incentives at the ASHP levels:i) $2,000 per ccASHPii) $750 per standard ASHPiii) If utilized in a dual-fuel heated zone, must be part of the integrated controls.iv) Must include Integrated Controls.Air Source Heat PumpsFull Displacement - Additional ASHP UnitsMinimum Requirement for All ASHP or ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15.2EER2 ≥ 11.7HSPF2 ≥ 7.8Per unitFull BD incentive available for first unit, additional Heat Pump units are eligible for relevant EE product incentives of $2,000 per ccASHP or $750 per standard ASHP.If utilized in a dual-fuel heated zone, must be part of the integrated controls.Air Source Heat PumpsPartial Displacement - Additional ASHP UnitsMinimum Requirement for All ASHP or ccASHPSEER2 ≥ 15.2EER2 ≥ 11.7HSPF2 ≥ 7.8Per dwelling unitLesser of $2,000 or 30% of project costFor MI: Lesser of $4,000 or 40% of project costGround Source Heat PumpGround Source Heat PumpOpen LoopEER ≥ 21.1COP ≥ 4.1Closed LoopEER ≥ 17.1COP ≥ 3.6Per dwelling unitLesser of $3,000 per 10,000 BTUH, or 50% of project cost for gas customersLesser of $4,000 per 10,000 BTUH, or 50% of project cost for delivered fuelsFor MI, extra $1,000 per 10,000 BTUH or extra 10% of project costDomestic Hot Water Heat Pump Water HeaterHeat Pump Water HeaterPer unit$750Heat Pump Water HeaterHeat Pump Water HeaterPer unit$750Integrated Controls for Heat PumpsIntegrated Controls for Heat PumpsPer unit$1,500Heat Pump Clothes DryerHeat Pump Clothes DryerPer unit$200Induction StoveInduction StovePer unit$250 / $350 for MIElectric Ready - Income QualifiedPanel UpgradesPer dwelling unitFor Income Qualified customers, full cost up to $4,000 to upgrade a panel, only when installing BD measures. The upgrade shall include enough capacity to support the needed upgrades and a Level 2 EV charger, where possible. $2,500 for wiring, only when installing BD measures.Electric Ready - Non-Income QualifiedPanel UpgradesPer circuit/panelFor non-Income Qualified customers, up to $300 per circuit for each BD measure requiring a 240V circuit purchased under the program, up to four circuits.Or, $300 for a panel upgrade, only when installing BD measures. Financing up to $2,000.