Green Financing Options for Zero Energy Homes in Rhode Island
The right financial support makes the journey to building a zero-energy home in Rhode Island easier. By exploring the variety of green financing options available, from state incentives and grants to specialized loan programs, homeowners can find the resources needed to make sustainable construction achievable.
Programs for building energy -efficient homes Higher incentives are available for homes that achieve greater energy efficiency, with additional rewards for certifications such as ENERGY STAR, the Department of Energy's (DOE's) Zero Energy Ready Home , Phius, and homes that meet the current Rhode Island Residential Stretch Code.
Zero Energy Housing Rhode Island
Zero Energy for the Ocean State (ZEOS) Program Funding for affordable zero-energy homes in Rhode Island . Supporting high-efficiency construction, renovation, and innovation. Provides funding to build or renovate affordable Zero Energy Building (ZEB) homes , where each building produces as much renewable energy as it consumes annually.
Rebates & Incentives Rhode Island Residential New Construction (RNC) Program & Zero Energy Homes Rhode Island Energy offers no-cost services and incentives to help you renovate or build an energy efficient home with lower operating costs and increased durability and comfort.
Zero Energy for the Ocean State (ZEOS)
Zero Energy for the Ocean State (ZEOS) Zero Energy For the Ocean State (ZEOS) is a collaboration with OER, RI Housing, RI Energy , and CLEAResult which offers grants to design and construct affordable, energy efficient housing to serve low-to-moderate income Rhode Islanders.
Download PDF ZEOS Zero Energy for the Ocean State (ZEOS) Project Request for Proposals Through this Request for Proposals ("RFP"), the Rhode Island Housing and Mortgage Finance Corporation ("RIHousing"), the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources ("OER") and Rhode Island Energy , ("RI Energy ") (collectively, the "Program Partners") seek proposals from qualified teams ...
Governor McKee, RI Office of Energy Resources and RIHousing Announce ...
The homes will have individual solar PV arrays and air-source heat pumps. The project is receiving $119,000 from the ZEOS Program. Over three rounds of funding, the ZEOS Program will have provided $1,875,000 for the construction of energy efficient housing in Rhode Island , totaling 436 units.
Providence, RI (April 9, 2025) - Rhode Island -based Capital Good Fund is announcing a new loan program called HomeGreen for Massachusetts and Rhode Island residents who want to make energy -efficient home improvements but may not qualify for a loan through traditional means.
Rhode Island Energy Rebates 2026 Federal Credits & State Incentives
Rhode Island energy rebates for 2026: federal tax credits up to $3,200/year, HOMES & HEAR program status, and utility incentives. Check eligibility by ZIP code.
2024 Program Description Rhode Island Energy offers no-cost services and incentives to help you renovate or build an energy efficient home with lower operating costs and increased durability and comfort. Working in partnership with the builder and/or owner, the Residential New Construction (RNC) Program offers energy modeling, design assistance and in -field inspections to help customers ...