In response to regulations like New York City’s Local Law 97 (LL97), New Jersey’s Benchmarking requirements, and Boston’s BERDO, utilities across the Northeast are offering substantial funding for energy-efficiency upgrades. These programs are often critical to making capital projects financially viable—effectively allowing buildings to reclaim funds already paid through utility surcharges that support these incentives.

For NYC buildings—most of which will face LL97 penalties beginning in 2030—now is the time to plan and implement major upgrades while incentive funding is at its peak. State and utility programs currently prioritize heat pumps and heat recovery, along with other common measures:

• Heat Pumps (packaged, split, air-source)
  
• Building Management Systems (BMS) & Controls
  
• Heat Recovery Systems
  
• Chiller Optimization
  
• Building Envelope (windows, roof)
  
• Elevator Drives
  
• Pipe Insulation
  
• Motor Controllers & EC Motors
  
• Commercial Kitchen & Refrigeration Equipment

Because program criteria are continuously evolving, strict adherence to guidelines is essential—even small errors can disqualify a project. This underscores the importance of having incentive management led by an experienced team. When properly navigated, these programs can significantly offset project costs, boost ROI, and help avoid future LL97 penalties.

*State and utility funding makes top-tier efficiency upgrades financially viable, increasing ROI while protecting your property from future LL97 penalties.

RKB’s Incentive Support

Incentive programs change frequently—funding levels, submission requirements, and deadlines are constantly updated. As technologies gain adoption, available funding typically declines. Acting now helps you secure top-tier funding before programs scale back or sunset.

How RKB Maximizes Incentives

• Reviews capital plans to identify eligible funding opportunities
  
• Performs custom engineering analyses to maximize savings
  
• Manages applications and documentation end-to-end
  
• Coordinates directly with utility and state representatives
  
• Oversees on-site inspections and compliance verification
  
• Provides construction-phase support to ensure incentive success
  

RKB’s proactive, detail-driven approach ensures your projects capture every available dollar while achieving long-term energy and carbon-reduction goals.

Get Started on a Successful Incentive Package

RKB is certified to participate in most Northeast utility programs and maintains extensive insurance coverage as required under the programs. Common utilities offering strong incentives include:

• Con Edison
  
• National Grid
  
• PSEG NJ
  
• PSEG LI
  
• Elizabethtown Gas
  
• South Jersey Gas
  
• NYSERDA & New Jersey State Grants

Our team brings deep technical knowledge and real-world experience with energy systems, building operations, and program compliance. We understand that the key to a successful incentive strategy lies not only in technical calculations, but also in clear communication, thorough documentation, and precise coordination with program representatives.

Our compensation is tied only to funding that is ultimately received by building owners.