$10M Available to Advance Zero-Emission Homes in New York

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $10 million is available to advance new zero-emission homes in New York State. The Building Better Homes – Zero Emission Homes for Healthier Communities program incentivizes the design, construction and marketing of new clean and resilient single-family homes and townhomes and provides training and technical support to builders and developers. Advancing zero-emission new construction across the state will reduce emissions, improve indoor air quality and create healthy, comfortable and resilient living environments for all New Yorkers.

The Building Better Homes – Zero Emission Homes for Healthier Communities Program, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, provides funding on a first come, first served basis. Projects must meet performance requirements and third-party certification criteria that address clean energy, above code energy efficiency and resiliency, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems that remain operable during power outages or include backup power sources that can be used in the event of a power outage.

The base incentive per home is up to $7,000 and up to $4,000 for townhomes. Homes located in disadvantaged communities, as defined by the Climate Justice Working Group, will be eligible for the higher incentive amount with an additional $1,000 offered per project in these areas. Funding is also available for Passive House training of staff and contractors to help develop the expertise needed to effectively incorporate these standards into new homes.

Applications for a single home, townhome or multiple homes and townhomes within a housing subdivision will be accepted through by 3 p.m. ET Dec. 31 or until funds have been exhausted. For more information, visit this page.