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Provincial · NBVerified 2026-07-29

Total Home Energy Savings Program (New Brunswick)

NB Power's whole-home retrofit program: an EnerGuide evaluation, then rebates on heat pumps (up to $2,000), insulation (per-square-foot rates), air sealing (up to $550), water heating and more. Upgrades must be completed within 9 months of the initial evaluation. Note: the solar stream closed to new enrollments on May 27, 2026.

Official program page

Amounts

Mini-split heat pump (qualifying list)$400
Multizone heat pump$350 per indoor head
Central ducted heat pump$1,500
Geothermal heat pump$2,000
Attic insulation$0.40 – $0.85 per sq ft
Air sealing (by leakage reduction)$250 – $550
Heat pump water heater$550
Heat recovery ventilator$200

Who qualifies

  • NB homeowner; an initial Home Energy Evaluation by a Certified Energy Advisor is the required entry point
  • Upgrades completed within 9 months of the initial evaluation, then a final evaluation
  • Equipment must be on NB Power qualifying lists (or ENERGY STAR where specified)
  • Insulation must cover at least 20% of the building component’s area

How to apply

  1. 1Register online at saveenergynb.ca or call 1-800-663-6272
  2. 2Get the initial Home Energy Evaluation and review the recommendations report
  3. 3Complete upgrades within 9 months, book the final evaluation, submit receipts

Stacking with other programs

Households under $70,000 income should use the Enhanced Energy Savings Program (free upgrades) instead. OHPA advance-payment registrations in NB closed June 30, 2026; enrolled participants complete through March 31, 2027.

Frequently asked questions

Is the solar rebate still available?

No — the solar PV stream ($200/kW) closed to new enrollments on May 27, 2026. Already-enrolled participants must complete their final evaluation by January 31, 2027.

Amounts and rules are set by the program administrator and change without notice. Always confirm on the official page before purchasing equipment.