Utah Heat Pump Rebates & Incentives (2026)
Utah homeowners can currently stack Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart rebates of up to $1,700 with Enbridge Gas ThermWise rebates of up to $1,200 for a combined $2,450–$2,650 on dual-fuel heat pump systems. Federal tax credits ended in 2025, and Utah's $101 million in IRA-funded HEAR and HOMES rebates have not yet launched. This guide covers all major Utah heat pump incentives available in 2026, including Wattsmart, ThermWise, Provo RenewChoice, and UAMPS Cool Cash. Here's what's actually available.
Last verified: March 24, 2026
Rates and program availability may change after this date.
Utah
Limited / Region-Dependent
Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart offers $450–1,700 for heat pumps. Enbridge Gas ThermWise adds $700–1,200 for dual-fuel systems. Stack both for $2,450–2,650. Federal 25C/25D credits expired Dec 2025. Utah’s $101M IRA rebates (HEAR/HOMES) approved but not yet launched.
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The Short Version
✓ Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart
Rebates of $450–$1,700 for air-source heat pumps, ductless systems, and dual-fuel installations. Up to $2,000 for ground-source. Available now to all RMP customers.
✓ Enbridge Gas ThermWise
Dual-fuel heat pump rebates of $700–$1,200 for systems that keep a gas furnace backup. Stackable with Rocky Mountain Power rebates.
✓ Total Potential Savings
$2,450–$2,650 (above 150% AMI) from utility rebates alone. If HEAR launches, income-qualified households below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) could reach ~$16,000+ in combined incentives.
✗ Federal Tax Credits Expired
Section 25C ($2,000 for heat pumps) and Section 25D (30% for geothermal) both ended December 31, 2025. No replacement exists in 2026.
⚠ IRA Rebates Approved But Not Launched
Utah was approved for $101 million in HEAR/HOMES funding, but neither program is accepting applications yet. These are not retroactive — purchases made before the launch date will not qualify. Do not count on these rebates when budgeting a 2026 installation.
Federal Tax Credits Have Ended
Section 25C (up to $2,000 for air-source heat pumps and heat pump water heaters) and Section 25D (30% uncapped for geothermal systems) were both repealed early by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed July 4, 2025. The IRS confirmed the termination date as December 31, 2025. Equipment must have been fully installed and operational by that date — a heat pump purchased in 2025 but installed in 2026 does not qualify. Section 25C offered no carryforward; any unused credit was forfeited permanently. Section 25D allows carryforward only for systems installed by December 31, 2025 where the credit exceeded 2025 tax liability.
For full details on what changed, see our Federal Heat Pump Tax Credits Ended guide.
Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR)
Utah was approved for approximately $101 million in combined HEAR and HOMES funding through the Inflation Reduction Act. The Utah Office of Energy Development administers both programs. As of March 2026, neither program has launched. About 23 states have live programs — Utah is not yet among them.
HEAR Rebate Structure (When Launched)
HEAR provides point-of-sale rebates (instant discounts at purchase) based on household income relative to Area Median Income. Only households below 150% AMI are eligible.
| Income Level | Coverage | Heat Pump Cap | HPWH Cap | Per-Household Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Below 80% AMI | 100% of costs | $8,000 | $1,750 | $14,000 |
| 80–150% AMI | 50% of costs | $8,000 | $1,750 | $7,000 |
| Above 150% AMI | Not eligible | — | — | — |
Additional HEAR item caps include $4,000 for electrical panel upgrades, $2,500 for wiring, and $1,600 for insulation and air sealing. The programs remain authorized through September 30, 2031 or until funds are depleted.
⚠ Common Mistake: Counting on HEAR Before It Launches
HEAR rebates are not retroactive. If you install a heat pump before Utah's program opens, you cannot claim the rebate later. Budget your project based on currently available utility rebates only, and treat HEAR as a potential bonus if the timing works out.
HOMES Performance-Based Rebates
The Home Owner Managing Energy Savings (HOMES) program takes a different approach from HEAR. Instead of rebating specific equipment, HOMES pays based on measured or modeled energy savings for the whole home. HOMES is available to all income levels but has not launched in Utah.
| Energy Savings | Standard Household | Low-Income (≤80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|
| 20–35% reduction | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| 35%+ reduction | $4,000 | $8,000 |
HOMES and HEAR cannot be combined for the same improvement, but HOMES can stack with utility rebates. A household above 150% AMI that does not qualify for HEAR could potentially combine HOMES ($2,000–$4,000) with utility rebates for a total of $3,450–$5,650 — but only once HOMES launches.
Utility Rebate Programs
Utility rebates are the primary incentive available to Utah homeowners right now. Rocky Mountain Power (electric) and Enbridge Gas serve the vast majority of the state and their rebates can be stacked on the same installation.
Rocky Mountain Power — Wattsmart Homes
Rocky Mountain Power's Wattsmart Homes program is the largest heat pump rebate in Utah. The program updated its offerings on February 27, 2026 with new measures and revised tiers. Rebates are available to all RMP customers regardless of income.
Ducted Air-Source Heat Pumps (Replacing Electric Resistance)
| Tier | Efficiency Minimum | Rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 7.5 HSPF2 / 14.3 SEER2 | $1,200 |
| Tier 2 | 8.1 HSPF2 / 15.2 SEER2 | $1,400 |
| Tier 3 (Cold Climate) | 8.5 HSPF2 / 16 SEER2 | $1,600 |
Ductless / Mini-Split Heat Pumps
All ductless rebates require minimum 8.1 HSPF2 / 16 SEER2 and inverter-driven compressors.
| Measure | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Electric resistance conversion — multi-head | $1,700 |
| Electric resistance conversion — single-head | $1,300 |
| Electric resistance conversion — ducted mini-split | $1,700 |
| Gas hydronic radiant floor — supplemental (new Feb 2026) | $1,000 |
| Supplemental ductless (cold spots / bonus rooms) | $600 |
Other Wattsmart Heat Pump Rebates
| Measure | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Dual-fuel heat pump (AHRI-rated) | $1,450 |
| Dual-fuel heat pump (non-AHRI qualifying) | $700 |
| Heat pump water heater | $350 |
| Ground-source heat pump (3.5 COP minimum) | $2,000 |
⚠ Gas-to-Heat-Pump Conversions Don't Qualify for ASHP Rebates
Wattsmart ASHP conversion rebates target electric resistance-to-heat-pump upgrades only. If you currently heat with gas, your path is the dual-fuel rebate ($700–$1,450) — not the higher conversion rebates. Cold-climate heat pumps must appear on the NEEP Qualified Products List.
All Wattsmart HVAC work requires a Program-Eligible Contractor. Applications must be submitted within 180 days of completion. Rebates arrive as checks within 14 business days of approval.
Enbridge Gas — ThermWise
Enbridge Gas (formerly Dominion Energy Utah) operates the ThermWise program. As a gas utility, Enbridge only incentivizes systems that retain gas backup — making it a natural complement to Wattsmart dual-fuel rebates.
| Measure | Full System | HP Component Only |
|---|---|---|
| Dual-fuel Tier 1 | $1,000 | $700 |
| Dual-fuel Tier 2 | $1,200 | $850 |
ThermWise allows two units per measure per household and requires an active Enbridge meter. Applications are due within six months of installation.
Municipal and Co-op Programs
Several municipal utilities and rural cooperatives offer additional heat pump rebates that stack with Enbridge ThermWise (but replace Wattsmart, since these cities are not served by Rocky Mountain Power).
Provo City Power — RenewChoice Conserve
Provo offers the most generous municipal rebates in Utah: $1,000 for ducted dual-fuel heat pump conversions and $500 for ductless heat pumps.
UAMPS Member Cities
Cities like Kaysville and Price participate in UAMPS Cool Cash and Smart Energy programs, offering $200–$400 for ducted heat pumps and $400–$1,300 for ductless systems. Rebate amounts vary by efficiency tier.
Rural Electric Cooperatives
Dixie Power (southern Utah) offers $200/ton for ASHPs and GSHPs in new construction. Garkane Energy offers $50–$400/ton for qualifying systems. Raft River Rural Electric provides ductless heat pump rebates funded by the Bonneville Power Administration.
Dual-fuel systems dominate the Utah market
Both Rocky Mountain Power and Enbridge Gas incentivize dual-fuel configurations — a heat pump paired with a gas furnace backup. This is the most popular setup on the Wasatch Front because it optimizes efficiency during mild weather while keeping reliable gas heating for the coldest days. The dual-fuel pathway also unlocks the highest combined rebates since both your electric and gas utility contribute.
How Programs Stack
Rocky Mountain Power and Enbridge Gas rebates can be stacked on the same dual-fuel installation. If HEAR or HOMES launches, those federal rebates are also expected to stack with utility programs. Here are realistic scenarios based on currently available incentives.
Above 150% AMI — Dual-Fuel System (Wasatch Front)
- Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart (AHRI dual-fuel): $1,450
- Enbridge Gas ThermWise Tier 2 (full system): $1,200
- Federal tax credit: $0 (expired)
- HEAR/HOMES: $0 (not launched)
Realistic maximum: ~$2,650
80–150% AMI — Cold-Climate Ductless Conversion
- Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart (multi-head ductless): $1,700
- Enbridge Gas ThermWise: $0 (no gas component)
- HEAR (if launched, 50% of costs): up to $8,000
Current realistic maximum: ~$1,700 (up to ~$9,700 if HEAR launches)
Below 80% AMI — Full Electrification (If HEAR Launches)
- HEAR heat pump: up to $8,000
- HEAR heat pump water heater: up to $1,750
- HEAR electrical panel upgrade: up to $4,000
- Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart dual-fuel: $1,450
- Enbridge Gas ThermWise Tier 2: $1,200
Maximum theoretical stack: ~$16,400
What You'll Actually Pay
On a typical $12,000–$18,000 ducted dual-fuel heat pump installation along the Wasatch Front, most homeowners above 150% AMI will pay $9,350–$15,550 out of pocket after current utility rebates. If HEAR launches for income-qualified households, out-of-pocket costs could drop to $1,600–$5,000 depending on income tier and system scope.
Utah has no state tax credit for air-source heat pumps, no state clean energy loan program, and no residential PACE financing. The Utah Renewable Energy Systems Tax Credit (RESTC) covers geothermal only — 25% up to $2,000.
Weatherization Assistance
The Utah Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) provides free home energy improvements to households at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. The program is administered by the Utah Department of Workforce Services through local community action agencies.
WAP can cover heat pump installation if the computerized energy audit determines it cost-effective for the home. Average savings run approximately $583 per year (about 35% energy reduction). The program covers insulation, air sealing, furnace repair or replacement, and other efficiency measures.
✓ Best Candidates for Utah Heat Pump Incentives
Homeowners replacing electric resistance heating (baseboard, wall heaters) in Rocky Mountain Power territory — these qualify for the highest Wattsmart rebates ($1,200–$1,700). Dual-fuel installations on the Wasatch Front with both RMP and Enbridge service — these unlock the best combined stack ($2,450–$2,650). Low-income households should apply for WAP and wait for HEAR if possible. Geothermal installers can still claim the Utah RESTC state tax credit (25% up to $2,000).
Climate Context
Utah spans three IECC climate zones — all in the dry ("B") moisture regime — creating dramatically different heat pump requirements across the state. Utah's dry climate is a significant advantage for heat pump operation: less frost accumulates on outdoor coils compared to humid states, meaning fewer defrost cycles, better effective efficiency, and more consistent comfort.
| City | IECC Zone | 99% Heating Design Temp | Cold-Climate HP Needed? |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George | 3B (Mixed-Dry) | 22–25°F | No — standard HP works well |
| Salt Lake City | 5B (Cool-Dry) | 7–11°F | Yes — CCHP recommended |
| Provo | 5B (Cool-Dry) | 10–12°F | Yes — CCHP recommended |
| Ogden | 5B (Cool-Dry) | 8–12°F | Yes — CCHP recommended |
| Logan | 6B (Cold-Dry) | -2 to 3°F | Essential |
| Park City | 6B (Cold-Dry) | -7 to -10°F | Essential |
Altitude derating is a critical sizing consideration in Utah. Heat pump capacity drops approximately 4% per 1,000 feet of elevation due to thinner air. At Salt Lake City's 4,226 feet, expect roughly 16–18% capacity reduction versus sea-level ratings. At Park City's 7,000 feet, the reduction reaches 25–28%. Contractors must apply Manual J altitude correction factors — undersizing is a common installation error in Utah.
Roughly 77–80% of Utah homes heat with natural gas. At current rates, a heat pump with COP 3.0 delivers heat at about $10.35/MMBtu — cheaper than a 95% gas furnace at $13.63/MMBtu. But at COP 2.0 (around 17°F outdoor temp), heat pump costs rise to about $15.52/MMBtu — more expensive than gas. This crossover explains why dual-fuel systems dominate the market. Rocky Mountain Power's time-of-use off-peak winter rate of 6.31¢/kWh dramatically improves heat pump economics for homeowners willing to shift consumption patterns. For more on battery storage and time-of-use strategies, see our home battery guide.
Utah's dry climate is a heat pump advantage
The problematic frost zone of 25–35°F with high humidity that plagues heat pumps in the Pacific Northwest and Northeast is largely absent in Utah. This translates to fewer defrost cycles and better real-world efficiency than humid-climate performance data would suggest.
How to Apply
Check your utility service
Confirm whether you are served by Rocky Mountain Power (electric) and/or Enbridge Gas. Municipal utility customers (Provo, Kaysville, etc.) should check their city's program instead of Wattsmart.
Hire a Program-Eligible Contractor
Wattsmart requires work by a contractor on their approved list. Ask your contractor if they are Wattsmart-eligible before signing. The contractor handles most of the rebate paperwork.
Install qualifying equipment
Ensure your heat pump meets the minimum efficiency thresholds for your target rebate tier. Cold-climate models must appear on the NEEP Qualified Products List.
Submit both rebate applications within 180 days
File your Wattsmart application at wattsmarthomes.com and your ThermWise application at thermwise.com (if dual-fuel). Wattsmart rebate checks arrive within 14 business days of approval.
What to Watch
IRA Funding Runway
Utah's $101 million in HEAR/HOMES funding is authorized through September 2031 but could be affected by future federal budget actions. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act preserved existing IRA rebate allocations but did not extend them.
HEAR/HOMES Launch Date
The Utah Office of Energy Development has not announced a launch date. When these programs open, income-qualified households could see dramatically larger rebates — up to $14,000 from HEAR alone.
HB 549 (2026 Legislative Session)
Utah's legislature passed HB 549 in 2026, which modifies energy rebate program provisions. Watch for implementation details that may affect how state and federal programs interact.
Wattsmart Program Expansion
Rocky Mountain Power added new measures in February 2026 including window heat pumps and gas hydronic radiant floor conversion rebates. Additional measures may be added as the program evolves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What heat pump rebates are available in Utah in 2026?
Utah’s main heat pump rebates in 2026 come from Rocky Mountain Power’s Wattsmart program ($450–$1,700 depending on system type) and Enbridge Gas’s ThermWise program ($700–$1,200 for dual-fuel systems). Federal Section 25C and 25D tax credits expired December 31, 2025. Utah’s $101 million in IRA-funded HEAR and HOMES rebates have been approved but have not yet launched. Provo City Power and UAMPS member cities offer additional rebates of $200–$1,000.
Can I stack Rocky Mountain Power and Enbridge Gas rebates in Utah?
Yes. Rocky Mountain Power Wattsmart and Enbridge Gas ThermWise rebates can be combined on the same dual-fuel heat pump installation. A typical Wasatch Front homeowner installing a dual-fuel system can stack $1,450 from Wattsmart plus $1,000–$1,200 from ThermWise for a total of $2,450–$2,650. If HEAR launches, those rebates are also expected to stack with utility incentives.
Do heat pumps work in Utah’s cold winters?
Yes, but equipment selection matters. Utah’s dry climate is actually an advantage — less frost accumulates on outdoor coils compared to humid states. Along the Wasatch Front (Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden), cold-climate heat pumps are strongly recommended for design temperatures of 7–12°F. In mountain communities like Park City and Logan, cold-climate models are essential for temperatures reaching -10°F. Dual-fuel systems that pair a heat pump with a gas furnace are the most popular configuration in Utah. Altitude derating of 4% per 1,000 feet is a critical sizing factor that contractors must account for.
Who administers Utah’s heat pump rebate programs?
Rocky Mountain Power (PacifiCorp) administers the Wattsmart Homes program for electric customers across most of Utah. Enbridge Gas (formerly Dominion Energy Utah) runs the ThermWise program for gas customers. The Utah Office of Energy Development oversees the pending IRA-funded HEAR and HOMES programs. Municipal utilities like Provo City Power and UAMPS member cities run their own separate rebate programs.
When will Utah’s IRA rebates (HEAR and HOMES) launch?
As of March 2026, Utah’s HEAR and HOMES programs have not launched. Utah was approved for approximately $101 million in combined funding, and the programs remain authorized through September 30, 2031. The Utah Office of Energy Development is the administering agency. The programs are not retroactive — purchases made before the launch date will not qualify for rebates.
See also
Sources
- Rocky Mountain Power — Wattsmart Homes Heat Pump Rebates
- Enbridge Gas — ThermWise HVAC Rebates (Utah)
- Utah Clean Energy Hub — Energy Efficiency Incentives
- Utah Office of Energy Development — Energy Efficiency
- Provo City Power — RenewChoice Conserve Program
- UAMPS — Cool Cash Program
- Utah Department of Workforce Services — Weatherization Assistance
- IRS — 25C/25D Termination FAQ (FS-2025-05)
Disclaimer: This page covers the main statewide, utility, and IRA heat pump incentives available to Utah homeowners in 2026. It does not calculate savings, guarantee eligibility, or represent any incentive program. Utah's HEAR and HOMES programs have not yet launched and rebate amounts shown for those programs are based on the federal framework — actual Utah program details may differ. We verify status regularly but programs can change without notice. Always confirm current amounts and eligibility with Rocky Mountain Power, Enbridge Gas, and your contractor before making decisions.
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