Mid-Hudson Energy Transition

What Mid-Hudson Energy Transition does

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition (MHET) is a Kingston, New York-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit incorporated in August 2021 that delivers energy transition programs to low- and moderate-income households in the Hudson Valley, with particular focus on BIPOC and historically marginalized communities. Its core offerings include the Home Upgrade Grants (HUG) program (up to $15,000 in grant-funded energy improvements for income-eligible Kingston homeowners), the Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) providing 2% APR loans up to $15,000 without credit score minimums, liens, or collateral, three community solar subscription projects delivering 15-20% bill discounts to Central Hudson customers, free energy-efficient appliances (induction stoves, heat pump water heaters, portable heat pumps) for zip code 12401 residents, and educational/bill-assistance resources. The organization is exploring Agrivoltaics and Thermal Energy Networks and is pursuing NY Public Service Commission approval to administer Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) for the City of Kingston.

MHET operates a community-led, event-driven go-to-market model centered on 183 annual outreach events, a Community Council representing historically marginalized populations, and a network of 25+ partner organizations including RUPCO, Ulster County Community Action Committee, Bard College, faith-based groups, and multiple foundations. Revenue is generated through a combination of foundation grants (NoVo Foundation, J.M. Kaplan Fund, Dyson Foundation, Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley), government funding (NYSERDA, NY Green Bank, City of Kingston, Ulster County), community investments in the HELP Fund ($710,559 raised lifetime, $455,424 in 2025), corporate donations and gala sponsorships, and individual giving through GiveButter and Bonterra. The HELP Fund is structured as a wholly-owned subsidiary (Mid-Hudson Energy Equity Fund, incorporated May 2023) that channels community capital into HELP loans, generating interest income at 2% APR. MHET has demonstrated a 5:1 leverage ratio on public funding, with 99 HUG projects completed lifetime, 776 community solar participants across three projects, and 14 HELP loans closed all-time. Technology dependencies are largely standard SaaS (HubSpot CRM, GiveButter/Bonterra for donations, PowerMarket for solar enrollment, Central Hudson as billing system); MHET is not an AI-native organization and its proprietary value lies in program design, community relationships, and the novel HELP Fund financing architecture.

Name

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition

Legal name

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition, Inc.

Website

https://mid-hudson.energy

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition is a Kingston, New York-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers energy transition programs, including home upgrade grants, 2% APR loans, community solar subscriptions, and free efficient appliances, to low- and moderate-income households in the Hudson Valley.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Energy Transition Services

akta.pro primary industry

Distributed Generation (DG) Solar & Small Wind (EUAMAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

DER Financing, Leasing & Billing Platforms (TPO, PPA, On-Bill) (EUAMAJAJ), Smart Electrical Panel, Energy Monitoring & Load Management (HSAOANAE), Demand Response, Utility Program Enrollment & Smart HVAC Optimization (HSAOANAJ)

Keywords

• Community solar programs
• Home energy efficiency upgrades
• Low-income energy assistance
• Community clean energy financing
• Energy justice programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Kingston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: MHET accepts donations from individuals and organizations to support its programs. Donations can be made through Givebutter (givebutter.com/power-our-future-2j1khj). The organization also accepts Donor Advised Fund (DAF) grants, bequests, life insurance beneficiary gifts, and retirement plan beneficiary gifts.
2. Community Investment Fund (HELP Fund): The HELP Fund is a green community investment fund that raises capital from community investors, impact investors, and philanthropic partners. Investors earn a return while supporting climate, health, and housing justice outcomes. As of 2025, $455,424 was raised in that year alone, with $710,559 total in the fund.
3. Interest Income from HELP Loans: The Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) generates interest income from 2% APR loans disbursed to qualifying Kingston homeowners for energy efficiency upgrades. As of the latest data, 14 loans have been closed all-time.
4. Foundation and Government Grants: MHET receives funding from foundations (NoVo Foundation, J.M. Kaplan Fund, Dyson Foundation, Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley) and government sources (City of Kingston, NYSERDA, NY Green Bank). The organization has leveraged grant funding to unlock public co-funding at a 5:1 ratio.
5. Gala Fundraising and Sponsorships: MHET holds an annual gala as both a celebration of impact and a fundraiser. The 5th Anniversary Gala aims to raise $100,000 to support expanding programs. Corporate sponsors at various tiers ($1,000 to $25,000+) support the event.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition (MHET) is a Kingston, New York-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that designs, administers, and delivers community energy programs for low- and moderate-income households in the Hudson Valley. Its core offerings include community solar subscription enrollment (15-20% bill discounts on Central Hudson accounts), the Home Upgrade Grants (HUG) program (up to $15,000 in free home energy improvements), the Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) providing 2% APR financing, the HELP Fund green community investment vehicle, free energy-efficient appliance distribution, and bill assistance/energy education services.

Product overview

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition (MHET) is a Kingston-based nonprofit offering a portfolio of interconnected programs aimed at advancing energy justice and the clean energy transition in the Hudson Valley. Its core programs include: Kingston Community Energy (KCE), a city-level initiative encompassing community solar enrollment and future CCA/TEN/Agrivoltaics programs; three community solar projects offering bill discounts of 15–20%; the Home Upgrade Grants (HUG) program providing up to $15,000 in grants for low-income homeowners; the HELP loan program offering 2% APR financing for energy upgrades; the HELP Fund, a community investment fund that capitalizes the HELP loans; a Free Energy Efficient Appliances campaign providing induction stoves and heat pump water heaters at no cost; bill assistance and energy education resources; and innovation pilots in agrivoltaics and thermal energy networks. Programs are co-designed with a Community Council representing Kingston's historically marginalized communities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HUG (Home Upgrade Grants): Program providing holistic support to low-income Kingston homeowners including application support, project management, energy assessments, contractor coordination, grant assistance, and government incentives for free energy efficiency improvements.
• HELP (Home Energy Loan Program)
• HELP Fund
• Kingston Community Energy (KCE)

Products and services

• Kingston Community Energy (KCE) A city-level community energy initiative launched with the City of Kingston to bring affordable, renewable energy options to Kingston residents and businesses through community solar, a pending Community Choice Aggregation program, and planned Thermal Energy Networks and Agrivoltaics pilots.
• Community Solar Subscription Program A program enabling Hudson Valley residents to access local clean energy and receive 15-20% discounts on Central Hudson electricity bills without installing rooftop solar. MHET subscribes to three community solar projects on behalf of eligible low-income residents.
• Home Upgrade Grants (HUG) A program providing holistic support to low-income Kingston homeowners, including application assistance, project management, energy assessments, contractor coordination, and grants up to $15,000 for free energy efficiency, electrification, and health/safety improvements.
• Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) An innovative financing program offering 2% APR loans (2.0-2.5% depending on term) and small grants up to $15,000 for Kingston residents to finance home energy upgrades, with no credit score minimums, no liens or collateral, and free project management support.
• HELP Fund (Community Investment Fund) The Hudson Valley's first green community investment fund, allowing community members and accredited impact investors to invest directly in local clean energy projects and home energy loans, generating financial returns alongside climate and housing justice outcomes.
• Free Energy Efficient Appliances An energy efficiency campaign providing free induction stoves, heat pump water heaters, and portable heat pumps to income-eligible residents in zip code 12401, with no strings attached, to eliminate indoor pollutants and reduce energy consumption.
• Bill Assistance A resource and advocacy program helping Hudson Valley residents navigate utility debt, understand utility bills, access bill discount programs, apply for HEAP, and connect with emergency assistance through educational content and one-on-one support.
• Energy Education An outreach and education program providing resources on indoor air quality, combustion appliance risks, and energy efficiency tips, covering topics such as nitrogen dioxide from gas stoves, carbon monoxide safety, mold prevention, and induction cooking benefits.

Quantifiable outcome

• 64 home upgrade projects completed in 2025; 99 total projects completed over time
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

30 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, moderate and core.

• African Roots CenterminorOthersCommunity partner organization listed on MHET's Our Partners page, contributing to community engagement in Kingston.
• Amigos Iglesias ChurchminorOthersFaith-based community partner organization listed on MHET's Our Partners page.
• Bard College (Community Science Lab)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner through Bard's Community Science Lab, contributing research and educational resources to MHET's energy programs.
• Better Energy SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerContractor partner providing energy efficiency and insulation services through the HUG program.
• Broadway BubbleminorOthersLocal community media/organization partner listed on MHET's Our Partners page.
• Center for Creative EducationminorOthersCommunity partner organization listed on MHET's Our Partners page.
• Communities for Local PowermoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner providing advocacy, educational resources, and utility debt ecosystem analysis. CLP's Termination Letter Guide is referenced on MHET's Bill Assistance page.
• Columbia School of Public HealthmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner contributing public health expertise related to indoor air quality, energy, and environmental justice.
• City of KingstoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCore municipal partner. The City of Kingston partnered with MHET to launch Kingston Community Energy (KCE) in 2023 and Kingston Community Solar. The City has also provided direct funding. MHET moved into the City in 2021.
• Department of Social ServicesmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner for referral of income-eligible residents to MHET programs.
• Environmental Conservation ServicesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerContractor partner providing energy conservation services through the HUG program.
• Hudson Valley Air QualityminorOthersLocal environmental organization partner focused on air quality in the Hudson Valley.
• J's Painting & ConstructionminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerContractor partner providing general contracting and lead remediation services through the HUG program.
• Kingston Uptown Business AllianceminorOthersLocal business association partner in Kingston.
• Mid-Hudson Clean Energy HubmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional clean energy hub partner providing information and resources to Hudson Valley residents about clean energy options.
• Midtown Business AllianceminorOthersLocal business association partner in Kingston's midtown area.
• Pointe of Praise ChurchminorOthersFaith-based community partner organization listed on MHET's Our Partners page.
• PowerMarketcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnology and channel partner facilitating community solar enrollment through their online platform (powermarket.io). MHET's community solar programs are subscribed through PowerMarket.
• Radio KingstonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal radio partner providing media coverage and outreach for MHET programs and events.
• RUPCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor regional housing and community development organization partner offering multiple complementary programs including home repair, septic replacement, ADU construction, lead hazard removal, first-time homebuyer grants, and foreclosure prevention counseling. Referrals flow between RUPCO and MHET.
• Ulster County Community Action CommitteecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuthorized Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) provider and key referral partner for energy-advising and weatherization services for income-eligible Ulster County homeowners.
• YWCAminorOthersCommunity organization partner listed on MHET's Our Partners page, focused on women's empowerment and social services.
• Kinetic Communities ConsultingmoderateImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConsulting partner providing community engagement support. Ward-level sponsor of MHET's 5th Anniversary Gala.
• NY Energy Democracy AlliancemoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide advocacy and coalition partner working on energy democracy and equitable energy transition in New York.
• O'Connor & Partners, PLLCminorOthersLaw firm and Ward-level sponsor of MHET's 5th Anniversary Gala.
• Foley Hoag LLPminorOthersLaw firm and City-level sponsor of MHET's 5th Anniversary Gala.
• Town of PoughkeepsieminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner community where MHET is expanding its community energy programs beyond Kingston.
• Village of New PaltzminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner community where MHET is expanding its community energy programs.
• Town of New PaltzminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner community where MHET is expanding its community energy programs.
• Ulster CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level government partner providing funding and program support. Ulster County government is listed as a partner community and funder of MHET programs.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Groundswell: Nonprofit that builds community solar projects serving low-income subscribers across multiple U.S. states. Closely comparable to MHET's community solar subscription program, including the model of subscribing on behalf of eligible residents and bill-credit delivery.
• Elevate: Chicago-based nonprofit designing and delivering energy efficiency, solar, and water programs for income-eligible households. Comparable nonprofit model delivering program management, contractor coordination, and financing navigation in a defined region — analogous to MHET's Kingston/Hudson Valley focus.
• Energy Outreach Colorado: Colorado nonprofit that provides bill-payment assistance, energy efficiency upgrades, and wraparound services for low-income households. Directly comparable to MHET's Bill Assistance program combined with HUG-style home upgrades for income-eligible clients.
• GRID Alternatives: National nonprofit delivering no-cost rooftop solar and energy efficiency to low-income households, with workforce development. Comparable to MHET in mission (energy justice for income-eligible households), financing/grant model, and community-solar-adjacent approach.
• HEET (Home Energy Efficiency Team): Massachusetts-based nonprofit focused on building decarbonization and thermal energy networks for gas-leak reduction. Highly comparable as a Northeast U.S. nonprofit advancing equitable home energy upgrades and community-scale thermal energy networks, mirroring MHET's HUG/HELP/TEN focus.
• BlocPower: Climate tech company that finances and retrofits buildings (especially in underserved communities) with heat pumps and energy efficiency upgrades. Comparable in serving low-income building owners with financing-and-project-management bundles similar to MHET's HELP/HUG stack.

Broad incumbents

• VEIC (Vermont Energy Investment Corporation): Vermont-based nonprofit that designs and administers statewide energy efficiency programs for utilities and governments. Broader peer to MHET in mission and operational model (program design, implementation, financing) but operates at state scale rather than single-city.
• Energy Trust of Oregon: Independent nonprofit administering energy efficiency and renewable programs funded by utility ratepayers across Oregon. Functionally analogous to MHET's CCA-administration ambition — running community-scale clean energy programs on behalf of a defined territory.
• Slipstream: Wisconsin-based nonprofit driving energy efficiency program design, research, and implementation across the Midwest. Comparable in program-design and contractor-coordination expertise serving low-income households, though Slipstream operates across multiple states.

Emerging players

• Catalyst Miami: Miami-based community organization addressing climate resilience and equity, including energy affordability. Comparable in mission framing (community-led energy/climate justice for historically marginalized communities) but with a broader resilience scope than MHET's energy-specific focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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