Current update (12/2/2025): Save Energy Minnesota has not launched yet. Minnesota is waiting for formal approval from the federal Department of Energy to launch the program. There is no estimated program launch date.
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Overview
The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) will provide instant rebates to income-qualified households to help install new efficient electric equipment and supporting upgrades, such as an electrical panel, wiring, or insulation and air sealing while receiving an instant discount at the time of installation.
Please note: If you're thinking about making an upgrade, Federal guidelines do not allow retroactive rebates for items purchased before program launch. Please wait until after the program launches to work with an approved contractor.
HEAR eligibility and rebate amounts will vary based on an applicant’s total household income. Check if your total household income is at or below 80% or 150% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your county using the Commerce-provided 2025 Area Median Income Look-Up Table (.pdf). Area median income thresholds are updated annually.
Eligible technologies and rebate amounts:
| Qualified Product | Lifetime Maximum HEAR Rebate for Household Income <80% AMI | Lifetime Maximum HEAR Rebate for Household Income 80%-150% AMI | Eligible for New Construction |
| ENERGY STAR® certified electric heat pump water heater* | $1,750 | $875 | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR® certified and cold-climate rated heat pump for space heating and cooling* | $8,000 | $4,000 | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR® certified electric heat pump clothes dryer or combo washer/dryer* | $840 | $420 | Yes |
| ENERGY STAR® certified electric stove, cooktop, or range or an electric oven** | $840 | $420 | Yes |
| Electrical panel | $4,000 | $2,000 | No |
| ENERGY STAR® certified insulation, air sealing, and/or ventilation | $1,600 | $800 | No |
| Electrical wiring | $2,500 | $1,250 | No |
| Maximum Total Rebate per Household | $14,000 | $7,000 |
*Existing heat pump equipment is not eligible for replacement.
**Rebates available only when upgrading non-electric appliances.
The Save Energy Minnesota program design follows our guiding principles of prioritizing households that need the most support. Minnesota's HEAR rebate structure differs slightly from the original program guidance from Department of Energy. Rebate levels for moderate-income households are less than the maximum allowable amount to provide more rebate funds for low-income households.
Improvements to existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings are eligible. Certain improvements are also eligible in new construction homes.
Consumer Protection Notice
- Be cautious if you receive unexpected contact about this program through phone calls, emails, texts, online ads, or door-to-door visits, as these are likely scams.
- Always wait for official updates from the Minnesota Commerce Department before responding to offers or submitting any applications.
Advisory No.: 2024-001 Issued: September 9, 2025, at 08:00 CST. Last Updated: December 9, 2025. Expires: March 9, 2026 at 23:59 CST Version: 1.3