Energy Efficiency Rebates

Smart-E loans

United Illuminating Co residential energy efficiency rebate program

program summary

The Connecticut Green Bank administers the Smart-E Loan program which offers long-term, low-interest financing to CT homeowners looking to upgrade their home's energy performance. Loans are offered at no money down, fixed rates, and with no prepayment penalties for various energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy systems. Smart-E Loans are offered in partnership with participating community banks and credit unions, and approved contractors. 

To be eligible for the loan, the building must be 1-4 units,  be owner occupied, and the homeowner's primary residence, located in CT.

For more information, including a list of eligible measures, participating lenders and approved contractors, visit the program website. 

eligible technologies
Solar Photovoltaics, Geothermal Heat Pumps, Water Heaters, Furnaces, Boilers, Heat pumps, Air conditioners, Windows
website
https://www.ctgreenbank.com/programs/smart-e-loans-low-interest/
program administrator
CT Green Bank in partnership with Energize Connecticut
program notes
June 6, 2017
Updated program summary. 
May 27, 2021
Annual review, updated link. No changes to incentive.
What cities does United Illuminating Co cover?
The following cities are in the United Illuminating Co service area. However, this program may not be available in every city. Check the program website for details.
Ansonia, Bethany, Branford, Bridgeport, Cheshire, Derby, Durham, East Haven, Easton, Fairfield, Guilford, Hamden, Meriden, Middlefield, Milford, Monroe, New Haven, Newtown, North Branford, North Haven, Northford, Orange, Oxford, Redding, Seymour, Shelton, Southport, Stratford, Trumbull, Wallingford, West Haven, Weston, Westport, Woodbridge