New Jersey's Energy Efficiency Program Transition

Effective July 1, 2021, the New Jersey Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program will transition from New Jersey Clean Energy (its current administrator) to the regional power companies in the state.

PSE&G’s Existing Homes and Residential Multi-Family Program (Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program) is now available for customers obtaining both natural gas AND electricity through PSE&G.

FAQ’s:

What are some of the improvements included in the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program?

Improvements may include sealing gaps, cracks, and other leaks to prevent outside air from entering a house; adding insulation, and sealing, insulating, or replacing air ducts that run through attics or crawlspaces.

Improvements may also include repairing or replacing old or poorly functioning heating and cooling systems and appliances.

Installing ENERGY STAR® certified lighting is another commonly performed, cost-effective improvement.

Why will some energy efficiency programs now be managed by the utility companies?

The transition of the administration of certain energy efficiency programs from NJCEP to the utilities is in accordance with the mandates from the Clean Energy Act of 2018.

These new programs will allow the utilities to work directly with customers to achieve energy savings.

Does this transition affect low- and moderate-income customers?

Yes, the transition will ultimately expand the number of programs tailored for low- and moderate-income customers.

NJCEP’s existing low- and moderate-income energy efficiency program, Comfort Partners, will continue to be co-managed between NJCEP and the utility companies.

In addition, as a result of the transition, more programs will be introduced that will be available to low- and moderate-income customers.

What if I’ve already had an energy audit with Ciel?

You qualify for the current program because you participated in an energy audit on your property that was in compliance with the State of New Jersey's Residential Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs.

For more information, please visit NJCleanEnergy.com/TRANSITION