Appliance Upgrade Program (AUP)

The Appliance Upgrade Program (AUP) is administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), which oversees program implementation and funding. NYSERDA collaborates with various partners to facilitate the program:

• Participating Retailers: These include major appliance retailers such as LG Electronics and Samsung, which offer eligible ENERGY STAR® certified heat pump clothes dryers and induction cooktops/ranges/stoves/ovens. These retailers provide point-of-sale rebates to qualifying customers.
• Participating Contractors: State-approved contractors are enrolled to install eligible appliances and perform necessary electrical upgrades. These contractors may receive incentives for their services, including installation rebates of up to $500 per dwelling unit, with additional incentives for projects located in disadvantaged communities.
• Regional Clean Energy Hubs: NYSERDA's Regional Clean Energy Hubs assist low- and moderate-income households in applying for appliance incentives. These hubs provide support in submitting applications and connecting customers with participating retailers and contractors.

For more information on the program and to find participating retailers and contractors, you can visit the NYSERDA Appliance Upgrade Program website

Last updated September 3, 2025