Home Energy Rebates
Consumer Protection Notice
Advisory No.: 2024-001 Issued: December 5, 2024, at 08:00 CST Last Updated: March 3, 2025. Expires: June 3, 2025 at 23:59 CST Version: 1.2
- The Home Energy Rebates Program has not launched. No rebates currently available.
- No estimated program launch date.
- Be wary of unsolicited contact about this program via phone, email, text, ads, or door-to-door sales.
- These offers are likely scams or fraudulent schemes.
- Wait for official announcements from the Minnesota Department of Commerce before applying.
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Overview
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) invests $500 billion in the clean energy economy through programs to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. The IRA includes the Home Energy Rebate program which will help American households save money on energy bills, upgrade to clean energy, improve energy efficiency, and reduce indoor and outdoor air pollution. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has requirements states must follow when setting up the Home Energy Rebate program in their state. Each state must apply for these funds and receive DOE approval prior to issuing rebates.
The Minnesota Department of Commerce is responsible for designing and administering Minnesota’s Home Energy Rebate programs and is committed to ensuring access to low- and moderate-income households. These rebates will help households make energy improvements, like upgrading appliances to efficient electric models, adding insulation, and modernizing home wiring systems to support home electrification.
Additionally, in 2023, the Minnesota Legislature approved state funding for related home energy rebate programs. See the websites for the Heat Pump Rebates and the Electric Panel Upgrade Grants. These programs are designed to be "stacked' (also known as co-funded) with the federal rebates to decrease overall project cost.
Eligibility and rebate amounts for federal Home Energy Rebates 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 2024 Area Median Income Look-Up Table (.pdf) that references federal income limits by county and household size. Income limits are likely to change for program year 2025.
Minnesota is committed to ensuring equity in distribution of program funds by allocating funds for low-income households and low-income multifamily buildings at or above the required amounts.
Home Efficiency Rebate program (HOMES)
The Home Efficiency Rebates will provide rebates for whole-home energy saving improvements. The rebate amount will vary based on the amount of energy savings achieved and a household’s income. The rebate amount can range from $2,000 to $8,000 or more per home. Visit the Home Efficiency Rebate program (HOMES) page.
Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate program (HEAR)
The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates will provide rebates to replace non-electric appliances with more efficient electric appliances, and to upgrade a home’s electrical service to be ready for increased electric demand. Visit the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate program (HEAR) page.
Minnesota timeline
Mid 2023 – received DOE funds for program planning
Mid 2023 to early 2024 – program planning and design
Late 2024 – submit program application to DOE
Late 2024 – DOE approves program and awards funds
Late 2024 to early 2025 – build and implement program
2025 – Commerce opens program to households
Program runs through 2031 or until all funds are used, whichever is earlier.
Public Engagement Opportunities
Minnesota will seek public input during the program planning and design phase. See all opportunities to engage here.
What can you do now?
If your home needs urgent energy efficiency upgrades now, there are many opportunities available today. Commerce encourages you to evaluate whether you qualify for existing state programs to help you save money on your energy bills. You can also search for federal tax credits or other state incentives for renewable energy or energy efficiency updates available now.
If you're planning future energy upgrades in your home, you can learn about what homeowners and renters can do to make your home more efficient.
- Home Energy Guide - offers practical information on ways to improve your home’s performance
- CERTs - toolkits to learn more about energy efficiency projects
- Learn about heat pump technology
- DOE’s Home Comfort webpage provides explanations and diagrams of appliances, weatherization, home heating and cooling systems, and more
Contact residential.rebates.comm@state.mn.us with questions.
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