A presentation on MassSave opened my eyes to all the incentives for moving off fossil fuels. I had only been aware of tax credits. The first step to participate is to have MassSave evaluate your home’s needs. In my first year of home ownership, I installed a heat pump system and replaced my gas stove with an induction range. There are generous rebates for both and other investments.
Since then, I have replaced my gas water heater with a heat pump water heater and invested in a solar system. The water heater also received a MassSave rebate, and both qualify for large tax credits that cover almost a third of my investment.
Today I am completely fossil fuel free in my home. I did retain my old gas furnace as backup, but after only using it one day last winter, I anticipate being able to decommission it soon.