Financial Resources
PathStone
PathStone is a Community Based Organization for New York State Energy Research & Development Authority's (NYSERDA) Green Jobs Green NY Program in the Finger Lakes Area. Let them help you access a variety of energy saving programs. Discover what PathStone has to offer.
EmPower New York - NYSERDA
EmPower New York provides energy saving services to both homeowners and renters. EmPower New York can help you lower your energy costs by replacing your old-style lighting, replacing your inefficient refrigerators and freezers, adding insulation to your home, and air sealing to help reduce drafts. Review this list of frequently asked questions for more information on this valuable program.
Federal Income Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
A variety of income tax credits are available to residential energy efficiency purchases. Tax credits are available for purchases made in 2015 and 2016. Find out about available tax credit programs on the Energy Star website.
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
HEAP is a federally-funded program that helps low-income people pay the cost of heating their home. This program can also help with the repair or replacement of your furnace, boiler, or other heating components. Find out if you qualify by contacting the Ontario County Department of Social Services at 83 Seneca Street, Geneva or by calling 315-789-1767. Read an overview of the HEAP program to learn more about HEAP and how it may help you heat your home this winter.
Home Performance with Energy Star
A local expert in Home Performance with Energy Star Program can help you discover how to make your home more energy efficient. A certified contractor will talk to you about your home's heating and cooling systems, review your energy bills, do a home evaluation, check for safety, and make recommendations for improvements. Want help financing these improvements? Review residential financing options.
York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) - Residential Natural Gas Rebate Program
Install qualifying high-efficiency natural gas equipment, save money on operating costs, and qualify for rebates! Find out more about this and other energy efficiency rebates and incentives.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program helps low-income families to reduce their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient. The Ontario County Weatherization Program is administered through the Wayne County Action Program. Find out more at the Wayne County Action Program website.
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) provides many resources to assist businesses in reducing their energy costs including:
- Flexible Technical Assistance (FlexTech) Program - Complete an energy study of your building to help identify and evaluate opportunities to reduce energy costs.
- Multifamily Performance Program - A Multifamily Solutions Provider will work with you to evaluate building systems and customize a plan designed to deliver a minimum of 25% energy savings.
- Small Business Energy Efficiency Program - NYSEG offers eligible small business free energy assessments and up to 70% of the cost of recommended equipment upgrades
- Energize NY Finance Flyer (PDF) - It is the policy of the City of Geneva to achieve energy efficiency and renewable energy goals, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and advance a clean energy economy. The City can fulfill this policy by providing property assessed clean energy (PACE) financing to commercial property owners in the City of Geneva for the installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency measures.