Energize Connecticut team offers free heat‑pump consultations, urges business outreach

Representatives of Energize Connecticut told the Simsbury Sustainability Committee that the program offers no‑cost heat‑pump consultation services for homeowners and businesses, rebates tied to an approved installer network, and online tools to estimate costs and savings. The presenters said the commercial consultation program has more immediate availability than the residential service and asked the committee to help reach small businesses in town.

The presenters — Elizabeth Terry, Amy Rainwater and Matt Corona — said their team provides 15‑ and 45‑minute consultations that range from a basic explanation of heat‑pump technology to help evaluating contractor quotes and modeling seasonal performance. "We're an unbiased resource for any home or business at any stage of their heat‑pump project," Corona said. Terry noted the team does not do sales or installations and that incentives come through the Energize Connecticut programs administered by the state's utilities.

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