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New Homes Rebates

Save on an Energy-Efficient New Home

New Mexico Gas Company offers rebates to contractors who build energy-efficient homes. To qualify, builders must install a high efficiency furnace or water heater or use a whole-home approach and receive a RESNET-accredited HERS rating.

New Mexico Gas Company has earned a 2023 Market Leader Award from the ENERGY STAR Residential New Construction program. This award recognizes our significant commitment and success in providing ENERGY STAR certified homes for families in New Mexico.

 

Benefits of High-Performance Homes

High-performance and ENERGY STAR® homes are 15% to 20% more energy efficient than standard homes built to code. Specialized features include:

Tight Construction and Ducts

Effective Insulation Systems

Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment

High-Performance Windows

ENERGY STAR Appliances and Products

Independent Energy Performance Testing


cost savings

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How It Works

Products and homes completed by a registered new home builder between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026, are available for rebates through our 2025 program. Rebate applications must be received by April 30, 2026. See Program Terms and Conditions for additional details.

Available Product Rebates

MeasureRebate Amount 
Measure, Rebate Amount,  

Space Heating

Measure ENERGY STAR Furnace or Boiler AFUE 92%–94.9%Rebate Amount $200   
Measure ENERGY STAR Furnace or Boiler AFUE 95%–96.9%Rebate Amount $250   
Measure ENERGY STAR Furnace or Boiler AFUE 97% or GreaterRebate Amount $300   
Measure, Rebate Amount,  

Water Heating

Measure ENERGY STAR Tankless Water Heater UEF 0.87 or HigherRebate Amount $225   
Measure ENERGY STAR Tank Water Heater ≤ 55 Gallons – UEF 0.64 or HigherRebate Amount $100   
Measure ENERGY STAR Tank Water Heater > 55 Gallons – UEF 0.78 or HigherRebate Amount $100   
Measure, Rebate Amount,  

Smart Thermostat

Measure ENERGY STAR CertifiedRebate Amount $50 per Unit   

 

Whole-House Rebates

MeasureRebate Amount 
Measure, Rebate Amount,   Performance-Based Incentives
Measure Base Therm Incentive (10% Above Code MinimumRebate Amount $1.50   
Measure 15% Performance BonusRebate Amount $100   
Measure 20% Performance BonusRebate Amount $200   
Measure 30% Performance BonusRebate Amount $300   
Measure Maximum Incentive (Base kWh + Performance Bonus)Rebate Amount $1,500   
Measure, Rebate Amount,   Additional Incentives
Measure ENERGY STAR Version 3.1 CertificationRebate Amount $100   
Measure ENERGY STAR Certified Smart ThermostatRebate Amount $50 per Unit   

Incentives will be paid on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to project and customer eligibility and availability of funds.

How to Participate

New home builders can save on the costs of building energy-efficient homes in five easy steps:

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Complete an Online Partnership Agreement if you’re building an ENERGY STAR certified home

3

Sign the builder agreement

4

Build homes according to the path you select—builders pursuing the whole-house path will need to select a participating RESNET-accredited HERS rater to complete an on-site inspection and home performance test

5

Submit final documentation through our online portal

Questions? Contact Brian Bjurstrom.