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The choice to be more energy efficient may be clear, but the starting point can be more difficult to determine. One of the best ways to answer the question "Where do I begin?" is by first understanding how you use energy and then learning more about the options available to you. Throughout this site, Minnesota Power provides a number of tools, references, and calculators to help you prioritize steps and develop and implement an action plan that's right for you.
Conservation ... where do I begin? It's as easy as 1–2–3 ... |
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| Step 1: | How do I use electric energy and how do I get the most out of my energy dollars? | |
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| Energy Calculators You can model your home, perform cost comparisons, and learn more about product usage. |
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| Your Home Energy Report | FREE, customized report to help you determine how you use energy and how you can save. | |
| Home Energy Calculator | Model your home and test various scenarios to build an energy action plan. | |
| Home Energy Yardstick | Determine how your home uses energy compared to others. | |
| Fuel Cost Comparison | Perform cost comparison using different fuel types. | |
| Appliance Calculator | Impact of home appliances on energy use. | |
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What are my Energy Goals? • Manage energy usage • Control energy costs • Increase comfort • Benefit the environment • Enhance durability and product life • Easy to use |
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| Typical Energy Usage in a Home | ||
You can find a wealth of information ranging from basic electricity facts and a home energy library, to more comprehensive topics such as home improvements and construction technology. |
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| Home Energy Analysis | ||
| In-home Energy Analysis | A representative of Minnesota Power will visit your home and analyze how you use electricity, determine your electric energy use per appliance, and recommend efficiency improvements. | |
| A detailed building diagnostics involving blower door testing and infrared scanning. | ||
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| Step 2: | Create an Action Plan | |
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| The Pyramid of Conservation A tool to help you determine your energy-saving action plan. |
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| ENERGY STAR @ Home Room-by-room tour to building energy efficiency into your home. |
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| Tax Credit for Energy Efficiency 30% tax credit on qualifying energy-efficient products (e.g., air source heat pumps, ground source heat pumps, high-efficiency furnaces, insulation, etc.) |
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| Step 3: | Take action and measure the outcomes | |
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Rebates and Savings
Don't forget that Minnesota Power offers a number of rebates and special promotions throughout the year that you can take advantage of when implementing energy efficiency improvements.  |
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| 11 Simple Ways to Save Tips for saving energy in your home with links to specific programs. |
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| Home Improvement with ENERGY STAR® Making your home more energy efficient with ENERGY STAR products and practices. |
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