What are the new SVCE heat pump rebates for 2026?

Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) is partnering with Milpitas, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and Los Altos to offer additional city-funded rebates on top of SVCE's standard Home Rebates program. Milpitas residents can get up to $2,000 for a heat pump HVAC system plus $850 for a heat pump water heater starting now. Mountain View gets up to $2,000 for heat pump water heaters starting March 12, 2026. Sunnyvale gets up to $1,500 for heat pump HVAC and Los Altos gets $1,000 each for heat pump HVAC and heat pump water heaters, both starting March 16, 2026.

Which cities qualify for the new SVCE city partnership rebates?

Four cities qualify for the new SVCE city partnership rebates: Milpitas (available now), Mountain View (starting March 12, 2026), Sunnyvale (starting March 16, 2026), and Los Altos (starting March 16, 2026). Only SVCE customers in these four cities are eligible for these additional rebates. Other SVCE service area cities may still qualify for SVCE's standard Home Rebates program.

How much is the SVCE heat pump HVAC rebate in Milpitas?

Milpitas residents who are SVCE customers can receive a $2,000 rebate on a heat pump HVAC system through the new city partnership program. This rebate is available now, with no waiting for a launch date. Milpitas residents can also stack a $850 heat pump water heater rebate, a $500 induction cooktop rebate, and a $250 panel upgrade rebate in the same application.

What is the Sunnyvale heat pump rebate amount?

Sunnyvale SVCE customers can receive between $1,000 and $1,500 on a heat pump HVAC system starting March 16, 2026. The higher $1,500 amount is available for income-qualifying customers. No induction cooktop, panel upgrade, or heat pump water heater rebates are offered through the Sunnyvale city partnership at this time.

How do I apply for the SVCE city partnership rebates?

SVCE customers in the eligible cities do not need to take any additional steps beyond the standard SVCE Home Rebates application process. The city partnership rebates will appear automatically for qualifying customers. The exception is Los Altos, where rebates cannot be reserved in advance—they are applied only after approval of the post-installation claim form on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.

Can I stack SVCE city rebates with other incentives?

Yes. The SVCE city partnership rebates combine with California's TECH Clean California program, which offers $4,000 to $8,000 for income-qualifying households replacing gas heating with a heat pump. SVCE's standard Home Rebates program adds further incentives on top of the city partnership amounts. A Milpitas homeowner qualifying for TECH Clean California could potentially receive $10,000 or more in combined rebates.

What is the Mountain View heat pump water heater rebate?

Mountain View SVCE customers can receive between $500 and $2,000 on a heat pump water heater starting March 12, 2026. The higher $2,000 amount is available for income-qualifying customers. This rebate covers heat pump water heaters only—there are no heat pump HVAC, induction cooktop, or panel upgrade rebates in the Mountain View city partnership at this time.

Are Los Altos SVCE rebates first-come, first-served?

Yes. Los Altos rebates operate on a first-come, first-served basis until the city's rebate budget is exhausted. Unlike other cities in the program, Los Altos rebates cannot be reserved in advance—they are only confirmed after SVCE approves the post-installation claim form. Los Altos rebates will not appear on the Assisted Home Upgrades platform, but customers using that platform may still receive the rebates after their claim is approved.

Silicon Valley Clean Energy Launches New Heat Pump Rebates for Milpitas, Mountain View, Sunnyvale & Los Altos (2026)

SVCE Partners With Four South Bay Cities for New Heat Pump Rebates

Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) has announced a new city partnership program that adds exclusive rebates for residents of Milpitas, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and Los Altos who switch to electric heat pump systems. These city-funded rebates stack on top of SVCE’s existing Home Rebates program, creating some of the most generous incentive packages available anywhere in the Bay Area.

The bottom line: A Milpitas homeowner replacing both their HVAC system and water heater with heat pump models can receive up to $2,850 from this program alone—before adding federal tax credits or state incentives.

This article covers every detail you need to understand the rebate amounts, eligibility, application process, and what to watch out for in each city.

City-by-City Rebate Breakdown

Milpitas — Available Now

Milpitas residents have the most complete rebate package in the program and can claim it today:

Equipment	Rebate Amount
Heat Pump HVAC System	$2,000
Heat Pump Water Heater	$850
Induction Cooktop / Range	$500
Panel Upgrade	$250

Milpitas is the only city in this program offering rebates across all four equipment categories. This means a full home electrification project—new HVAC, water heater, stove, and panel—could receive $3,600 from this program before any other incentives.

Mountain View — Starting March 12, 2026

Mountain View’s partnership focuses exclusively on heat pump water heaters:

Equipment	Rebate Amount
Heat Pump Water Heater	$500 – $2,000

The rebate range reflects income qualification—standard-income customers receive $500, while income-qualifying households receive up to $2,000. Only applications approved after the March 12, 2026 launch date are eligible.

Sunnyvale — Starting March 16, 2026

Sunnyvale’s partnership focuses on heat pump HVAC systems:

Equipment	Rebate Amount
Heat Pump HVAC System	$1,000 – $1,500

Again, income-qualifying customers access the higher $1,500 tier. Applications must be approved after March 16, 2026 to qualify.

Los Altos — Starting March 16, 2026

Los Altos offers rebates on both major categories:

Equipment	Rebate Amount
Heat Pump HVAC System	$1,000
Heat Pump Water Heater	$1,000

Important: Los Altos operates under a different process than the other three cities. Read the section below carefully before planning your project.

Key Program Rules to Understand

Income Qualification

Higher rebate amounts in Mountain View and Sunnyvale are reserved for income-qualifying customers. SVCE uses the same income qualification criteria as their standard Home Rebates program. Visit svcleanenergy.org/home-rebates to check income limits by household size.

Launch Date Requirement

For Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and Los Altos, only applications approved after the city’s launch date count for the additional rebate. Installing equipment before the launch date and applying afterward still qualifies—what matters is when SVCE approves the application.

Application Process

SVCE customers in Milpitas, Mountain View, and Sunnyvale do not need to do anything extra. The city partnership rebates are automatically included in the standard SVCE Home Rebates application. No additional forms, no separate submission.

Special Rules for Los Altos Customers

Los Altos has a limited budget for its supplementary rebates, so SVCE is using a modified administration process. There are three things Los Altos residents need to know:

Rebates cannot be reserved in advance. Unlike the other cities, you cannot secure a Los Altos rebate before installation. The rebate is only confirmed after SVCE approves your post-installation claim form.
First-come, first-served until funds run out. Once the Los Altos rebate budget is exhausted, no more rebates will be issued. Early applicants have an advantage.
Not visible on Assisted Home Upgrades platform. If you’re using the Assisted Home Upgrades platform to manage your project, the Los Altos rebate won’t appear in your dashboard. However, you can still receive it after your claim is approved through the standard process.

Our recommendation for Los Altos residents: Don’t wait for March 16. Get your heat pump installation scheduled now so you’re ready to submit your claim form the moment the program opens.

How These Rebates Stack With Other Incentives

These city partnership rebates are additive—they combine with other available incentives:

TECH Clean California (for income-qualifying households):

Up to $8,000 for heat pump HVAC upgrades

SVCE Standard Home Rebates:

Heat pump HVAC: Up to $3,000 (check current SVCE program for exact amount)
Heat pump water heater: Additional rebates through standard program

Example: Milpitas Homeowner Replacing HVAC + Water Heater

Incentive Source	Amount
SVCE City Partnership – HP HVAC	$2,000
SVCE City Partnership – HPWH	$850
SVCE Standard Home Rebates	varies
TECH Clean California (if income-qualifying)	up to $8,000
Estimated Total Incentives	$2,850–$10,850+

Income-qualifying Milpitas residents who also access TECH Clean California could receive significantly more.

Why Heat Pumps Make Sense for South Bay Homes

The South Bay cities in this program—Milpitas, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Los Altos—have a climate that’s ideal for heat pump performance. Winters rarely see extended freezing temperatures, and modern cold-climate heat pumps like the Carrier Performance series operate efficiently down to 0°F.

South Bay homes also benefit from PG&E time-of-use rates, where heat pumps can shift their heaviest load to off-peak hours for additional savings. Over a 15-year lifespan, a heat pump system typically saves South Bay homeowners $2,000–$4,000 compared to gas furnace operation—before accounting for rising natural gas prices.

How to Get Started

Verify SVCE service area: Confirm your address is in the SVCE service territory at svcleanenergy.org
Check income qualification: If you may qualify for higher rebate tiers, review the income limits before applying
Schedule your installation: Contact a licensed HVAC contractor who is familiar with the SVCE rebate application process
Submit your application: Complete the SVCE Home Rebates application—city partnership rebates are included automatically (except for Los Altos, which requires post-installation approval)

Bay Area Climate Control serves all four cities in this program. We’re familiar with the SVCE rebate application process and can help you maximize every available incentive.

Rebate information is based on SVCE communications as of March 2026. Rebate amounts, eligibility, and availability are subject to change. Always verify current rebate details directly at svcleanenergy.org/home-rebates before making purchasing decisions.