Key takeaway
Medway homeowners can get a no-cost Mass Save home energy assessment, rebates on insulation, heat pumps and appliances, 0% financing through the Mass Save HEAT Loan and battery payments from Eversource's ConnectedSolutions program. On the town side, Medway runs the Community Choice electricity program, has an Energy and Sustainability Committee and has used state Green Communities grants for projects like public EV chargers.
Who this is for: Medway homeowners and renters who want to cut energy costs and aren't sure which programs apply to them.
Energy programs can feel like alphabet soup. The good news for Medway residents is that most of the help comes from a few places: Mass Save, Eversource and the town. Here's what each one offers and where to start.
Medway Energy Programs at a Glance
| Program | What it does | Who offers it |
|---|---|---|
| Home energy assessment | An expert checks your home and lists upgrades and rebates | Mass Save, through Eversource |
| Insulation and air sealing | Rebates to tighten up drafty homes | Mass Save |
| Heat pumps | Rebates for efficient electric heating and cooling | Mass Save |
| Appliance recycling | A rebate for recycling an old working fridge or freezer | Mass Save |
| HEAT Loan | 0% financing for qualifying upgrades, batteries included | Mass Save and participating lenders |
| ConnectedSolutions | Payments for letting your battery help the grid on peak days | Eversource |
| Medway Community Choice | Power supply bought in bulk by the town | Town of Medway |
Rebates and program rules change. Check Mass Save and Eversource for the latest before you start a project.
Mass Save Assessments and Rebates in Medway
Mass Save is the statewide energy efficiency program funded through the utilities, including Eversource. For most Medway homes, the best first step is a home energy assessment. A specialist checks your insulation, air leaks, heating and cooling equipment and appliances, then gives you a list of upgrades that will save the most and the rebates that come with them.
A lot of Medway houses were built in the 1970s and 1980s, before today's energy codes. Adding attic insulation and sealing gaps around windows, doors and the foundation is often the fastest way to make those homes more comfortable and cut the heating bill.
Heat Pumps and Weatherization
Heat pumps use electricity to heat and cool your home, and they can replace or back up an oil, propane or gas system. Mass Save offers heat pump rebates, and the HEAT Loan can cover qualifying projects at 0% interest. Weatherize first, though. A well-sealed home needs a smaller heat pump, which costs less to install and run.
What the Town of Medway Offers
- Medway Community Choice. Approved at Town Meeting in 2016 and restarted in 2025, the town's aggregation program buys electricity supply for residents in bulk. Eversource still delivers the power and sends the bill.
- Green Communities grants. Medway has used state Green Communities grant money for town energy projects, including the public EV chargers at Town Hall and the library.
- Energy and Sustainability Committee. A town committee that works on energy and sustainability goals for Medway.
- Sustainability help. The town's sustainability and compliance coordinator, reachable through the DPW at 508-533-3275, answers questions about the electricity program and recycling.
- Recycling Center. Medway's Recycling Center takes electronics, scrap metal, rigid plastics and tires to keep them out of the trash.
Battery Payments Through ConnectedSolutions
If you have a home battery, or plan to add one, Eversource's ConnectedSolutions program pays you for letting it send stored power to the grid during a limited number of high-demand summer events. You keep battery backup for outages, and you can opt out of any single event. A qualifying battery can also be financed at 0% through the HEAT Loan.
Solar Incentives for Medway Homeowners
Thinking about solar panel installation in Medway? Massachusetts offers a 15% state income tax credit up to $1,000 for solar on your main home, a sales tax exemption on qualifying equipment, a 20-year exemption from local property tax on the system's value, SMART program payments and net metering on your Eversource bill. The federal residential solar credit doesn't apply to systems installed after 2025.
Help for Income-Eligible Households
Medway households that meet income guidelines may qualify for enhanced Mass Save offers, which often include weatherization and some equipment at no cost. Eversource also offers a discounted rate to eligible customers. Ask about both when you schedule your assessment.
Want solar to be part of your plan?
Mark Featherstone has family ties to Medway and has helped more than 1,000 happy customers go solar. Send him your address and he'll show you how solar fits with these programs.
Mark, run my numbers!FAQs About Home Energy Programs in Medway
How do I schedule a Mass Save assessment in Medway?
Book it through Mass Save online or by phone. Medway homes with Eversource electric service are eligible.
Does Medway have its own energy rebates?
Most rebates come from Mass Save and Eversource. The town's programs include Medway Community Choice and energy projects funded by Green Communities grants.
Can I finance a heat pump at 0% in Medway?
Often, through the Mass Save HEAT Loan, which offers 0% financing with participating lenders for qualifying heat pumps, insulation and batteries.
Does Eversource pay homeowners who have batteries?
Yes, through ConnectedSolutions. Enrolled battery owners get paid for letting the battery share stored energy on a set number of peak summer days.
About Mark Featherstone
Mark has been in solar for 14+ years, working at some of the biggest solar companies in the country, before co-founding Your World Solutions. His goal is simple: help homeowners get into solar deals that actually work for them, and make sure they understand every part of it before they sign.