If you live in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, or San Bernardino County, there’s a new opportunity to save thousands on a high-efficiency heat pumps through South Coast AQMD’s GO ZERO Incentive Program.
Unlike many programs that require you to reserve funds before installation, GO ZERO allows homeowners to apply for rebates after their project is complete — making the process simple and flexible.
What Is the GO ZERO Incentive Program?
The GO ZERO (Grid Optimized Zero Emissions Residential or Other) program is an initiative from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) designed to help residents replace fossil-fueled appliances with zero-emission electric alternatives.
For homeowners, that includes heat pumps and heat pump water heaters. Two of the most impactful upgrades you can make for reducing both emissions and energy use.
How Much Can You Get Back?
GO ZERO’s incentive levels vary depending on where your community is located and what type of appliances you are replacing.
Replacing a gas water heater with a heat pump water heater will get you a base rebate of $1,000 or a rebate of $2,000 if you're in an overburdened community. Replacing gas HVAC systems will get you $1,500 per heat pump or $3,000 in an overburdened community.
Stackable Rebates — How to Maximize Your Savings
One of the biggest advantages of GO ZERO is that it’s rebates are stackable with other rebates, meaning you can combine multiple incentives to maximize your total savings.
Here’s how your rebates would stack up for a single-family heat pump water heater project in Southern California:
| Incentive Program | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TECH Clean California | $2,100-$4,300 | Must be installed by a TECH-Clean CA-participating contractor |
| Home Performance Plus (via CLEAResult) | $800-$1,350 | Additional rebate for energy efficiency upgrades |
| Utility Rebates | $400–$1,500 | Varies by utility: LADWP ($1,500), BWP ($1,500), PWP ($500), GWP ($500), Anaheim Public Utilities ($400) |
| Federal Tax Credit (25C) | $1-$2,000 | 30% of project cost, up to $2,000 per year |
| GO ZERO Rebate (SCAQMD) | $1,000-$3,000 | Post-install rebate applied after project completion |
💡 Homeowners can receive more than $10,000 in combined rebates and tax credits, depending on various factors.
How it Works
- Plan your incentives — each incentive has their own set of requirements.
- Find a licensed contractor experienced with heat pumps.
- Get a quote.
- Get your heat pump installed.
- Keep your receipts and installation documentation.
- Submit your GO ZERO rebate application on the South Coast AQMD website after installation.
- ⚡ Or you can get an instant quote with one of our vetted contractors on VoltHub, and skip the first three steps.
Final Thoughts
Southern California residents now have access to some of the most generous incentives in the country. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to switch to a heat pump and/or heat pump water heater, this is it.
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Visit South Coast AQMD’s GO ZERO portal to claim your post-install rebates today.