South Coast AQMD is preparing to launch its $21 million GO ZERO Pilot Incentive Program to help residents and businesses switch to cleaner, zero emission heating and cooling technologies. The program offers rebates for energy-efficient heat pump systems, along with workforce training and hands-on support.

Program includes:
• Rebates for heat pump space and water heating in single-family homes, multifamily buildings, and small businesses. (Heat pumps can replace both a furnace and an air conditioner with one efficient appliance.) • Installer training to support a growing clean energy workforce.
• Application assistance to help participants navigate the process and access additional incentives.

Rebates typically range from $1,000 to $2,000 per heat pump, with higher amounts ($2,000 to $3,000) available for single-family homes in overburdened communities. In fact, 75% of the program’s funding is reserved for overburdened communities, ensuring equitable access to clean technology.

Heat pumps offer a healthier, energy-efficient alternative to conventional gas appliances. Acting as both a heater and air conditioner, they are three to four times more efficient, helping consumers reduce energy use and lower utility bills.

GO ZERO participants may also qualify for additional local, state, and federal incentives, such as those offered through TECH Clean California, which supports heat pump installations in both residential and commercial settings. The GO ZERO team can assist with combining these incentives to maximize savings. For more information on other available programs, visit www.aqmd. gov/home/rules-compliance/residential-and-commercial building- appliances/other-incentives.

To stay updated on the GO ZERO incentive program, sign up for South Coast AQMD eNewsletter and check the box for GO ZERO: www.aqmd.gov/sign-up.

Learn more about the program at www.aqmd.gov/gozero.