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Minnesota rebate guideUpdated 2026

Home energy rebates in Minnesota

Explore 6 published measures from 2 Minnesota utilities, plus current state-program status and official links.

State program: Not open yet Federal credits: Ended Dec 2025

Published utility programs in Minnesota

Current offers in our source set, with direct links to the utility running each program.

CenterPoint EnergyNatural gas service to residential customers across Minnesota, including the Twin Cities metroEfficiency Programs and Rebates (Minnesota)
Ducted air source heat pump, existing home (HSPF2 7.8 or higher, installed with a 92%+ AFUE natural gas furnace)$1,100Hybrid heating configuration only. New construction pays $400. The page states the qualifying heat pump "needs to be installed between January 1-December 31, 2026." Minnesota natural gas customers only.
Tankless natural gas water heater (0.87 UEF or greater), replacement$500New construction pays $250. Combination tankless + air handler unit pays $1,000 (replacement).
Natural gas tank water heater, 55 gallons or less (0.64 UEF medium bin or 0.68 UEF high bin), replacement$250New construction pays $100 for power vent. Install between January 1 and December 31, 2026.
ENERGY STAR Version 7.0 window$50Per window. Must be installed by a CenterPoint Energy eligible installer; self-installed ENERGY STAR v7 windows are not eligible. Low-e storm windows pay $25 per window and may be self-installed.
Xcel EnergyElectric and natural gas service across the Twin Cities metro and parts of greater MinnesotaHome Rebates (Minnesota residential energy efficiency programs)
Electric heat pump water heater (ENERGY STAR rated or AHRI listed)$400$500 if the unit is ENERGY STAR rated or AHRI listed and eligible to enroll in Demand Management. Amount taken from Xcel's "Minnesota 2024-2026 Rebate Summary" information sheet, effective January 1, 2024.
Attic insulation (pre-job R19 or less to post-job R49 or greater)40% of total project cost, $1,200 maximum rebateFor customers whose home is heated with Xcel-provided natural gas or electricity. Wall insulation is also 40% of project cost with a $1,200 maximum; air sealing is 40% of project cost with a $600 maximum. Amounts taken from Xcel's "Minnesota 2024-2026 Rebate Summary" information sheet, effective January 1, 2024.

The Minnesota state rebate program

Funding and launch status for the state-administered HOMES and HEAR programs.

$148,338,611
Federal funding allocated to Minnesota across both programs
$74,027,440HEAR · electrification
$74,311,171HOMES · whole-home efficiency

Source: US DOE, IRA Home Energy Rebates State Allocations (updated May 23, 2024)

StatusNot open yet
Latest program update

The Commerce HEAR page carries a dated status line: "Current update (6/12/2026): Save Energy Minnesota has not launched yet. Minnesota is waiting for formal approval from US Department of Energy (DOE) to launch the program. There is no estimated program launch date." It adds that "DOE recently issued new program rules and requirements that change how the HEAR & HOMES rebates will work in Minnesota." Commerce's published timeline shows DOE approved and awarded HEAR funds in late 2024, partially approved HOMES without awarding funds, and that Commerce submitted all pre-launch documents in September 2025. Commerce warns that federal guidelines do not allow retroactive rebates for items purchased before program launch. DOE's allocation table lists $74,459,590 (HOMES) and $74,027,440 (HEAR).

Administered by Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources (program branded "Save Energy Minnesota").

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Minnesota rebate questions

Can I still get a federal tax credit in Minnesota?

No. 25C and 25D were both repealed by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act for property placed in service after December 31, 2025. Anything installed in Minnesota in 2026 earns no federal residential energy credit. Work finished on or before that date can still be claimed.

Are the Minnesota state rebates open yet?

The Commerce HEAR page carries a dated status line: "Current update (6/12/2026): Save Energy Minnesota has not launched yet. Minnesota is waiting for formal approval from US Department of Energy (DOE) to launch the program. There is no estimated program launch date." It adds that "DOE recently issued new program rules and requirements that change how the HEAR & HOMES rebates will work in Minnesota." Commerce's published timeline shows DOE approved and awarded HEAR funds in late 2024, partially approved HOMES without awarding funds, and that Commerce submitted all pre-launch documents in September 2025. Commerce warns that federal guidelines do not allow retroactive rebates for items purchased before program launch. DOE's allocation table lists $74,459,590 (HOMES) and $74,027,440 (HEAR).

What utility programs are listed for Minnesota?

This guide includes 6 published measures from 2 Minnesota utilities, with a direct link to each official program.

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