Mass Save provides free or discounted energy-efficiency upgrades that can lower energy bills, improve comfort, and reduce pollution. But sometimes contractors can’t begin the recommended work until other repairs are completed first.

The catch? Those necessary repairs often aren’t covered by Mass Save or other assistance programs.

As a result, many households never receive the energy-saving improvements they are eligible for.

BEAT’s Community Chest program helps bridge that gap.

The Community Chest provides forgivable loans of up to $4,000 to help cover repairs that stand between a household and the energy-efficiency improvements recommended through a Mass Save Home Energy Assessment.

By addressing these barriers, we can help residents unlock larger energy-saving investments, reduce monthly utility costs, and create healthier, more comfortable homes.

Can you check all these boxes?
• ☐ I live in Pittsfield, especially in an Environmental Justice neighborhood
• ☐ I recently got a MassSave Home Energy Assessment done
• ☐ The Home Performance Contractor provided me with a work plan but mentioned a necessary repair that MassSave doesn’t cover
• ☐ Before proceeding, I made sure to see if other programs such as fuel assistance or pre-weatherization incentives, could help out
• ☐ The total repair cost is under $4,000

Note: Priority will be given to applicants whose projects are expected to unlock significant energy savings and who live in Environmental Justice communities.

Examples of repairs we could help with:
• Electrical upgrades, including knob-and-tube wiring removal
• Structural repairs such as stairways, doors, and access issues
• Moisture problems, leaks, and mold remediation
• Vermiculite and asbestos removal
• Clearing attics, basements, or work areas needed for contractor access
• Permit-related obstacles, including overdue municipal bills that prevent permit issuance
• Other repairs identified through the Home Energy Assessment process
How to Apply [Applications Available Soon]
1. Complete a Mass Save Home Energy Assessment.
2. Obtain a work plan from your Home Performance Contractor.
3. Identify the repair or barrier preventing the recommended work from moving forward.
4. Gather any contractor estimates or supporting documentation.
5. Submit a Community Chest application.
Applications will be evaluated based on:
• The barrier preventing Mass Save work from moving forward
• The potential energy savings and benefits of the proposed upgrades
• Availability of other funding sources
• Community and household need

Applications will be available in English and Spanish.

Funding decisions will be reviewed periodically and assistance is awarded until available funds are exhausted.

Questions? Reach out: Send us an Email

or call between 10AM and 3PM Monday-Thursday: (413) 464-9402