Participating HVAC Contractor Portal
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Residential HVAC Rebate
Commercial HVAC Rebate
If you are installing a cold climate ASHP in new construction, please check here to see if the customer qualifies for additional incentives in our Residential New Construction Energy Efficiency Rebate Program!
Residential HVAC Rebate Summary
| Product | Requirements | Rebate Amount | Contractor Incentive* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Source Heat Pump - Ducted |
HSPF2 ≥ 7.8 (HSPF ≥ 9.2), SEER2 ≥ 15.2 (SEER ≥ 16) (Must meet 2023 ENERGY STAR® specifications) |
$400 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Air Source Heat Pump - Ductless |
HSPF2 ≥ 7.8 (HSPF ≥ 8.7), SEER2 ≥ 15.2 (SEER ≥ 15.2) (Must meet 2023 ENERGY STAR® specifications) |
$400 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump - Ducted |
Must meet the following minimum specifications:
HSPF2 ≥ 8.1, SEER2 ≥ 15.2, COP @ 5°F ≥ 1.75 |
$1,000 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump - Ductless |
Must meet the following minimum specifications:
HSPF2 ≥ 8.5, SEER2 ≥ 16, COP @ 5°F ≥ 1.75 |
$1,000 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Air-to-Water Heat Pump | Must have a 1.7 or greater Coefficient of Performance (COP) at an A5W110. Must be new construction/addition or replacing an electric heat source. Visit our qualified AWHP equipment list here. | $400/ton | $100 |
| Ground Source Heat Pump | Must meet 2012 ENERGY STAR® specifications; Requires existing electric heat or new construction; New and replacement systems are eligible; Max rebate up to 50% of the total installation cost. |
Master System Installer certified through MNGHPA: $1000/Ton
Non-Master System Installer certified contractors: $800/Ton |
$300 on installation of new systems only |
| Ground Source Heat Pump Desuperheater | Must be new construction or replacing existing electric water heater. | $400 | |
| ECM - Circulator Pump | Must be variable speed and < 1hp. | $100 | |
| Smart Thermostat - Low Voltage | Thermostat allowing remote control from phone or computer. Must control an electric heat source. Limit one per household (Residential only). | $50 | |
| Smart Thermostat - Line Voltage | Thermostat allowing remote control from phone or computer. Only controls electric heat sources. | $50 | |
| Programmable Thermostat - Line Voltage | Non-internet connected thermostat enables pre-set heating schedules. Only controls electric heat sources. | $20 | |
| Smart Thermostat/Adapter - ASHP Ductless | Specific for ductless heat pump systems allowing remote control from phone or computer. | $50 | |
| Air Source Heat Pump Tune-Up | May be performed once every two years. Requires filter change and coil cleaning. | $25 | |
| Energy/Heat Recovery Ventilator | Must meet ENERGY STAR® specifications and serve the entire conditioned space of the home. Home must have electricity as primary heating source. | $300 |
*Only participating contractors are eligible for contractor incentives.
Commercial HVAC Rebate Summary
| Product | Requirements | Rebate Amount | Contractor Incentive* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Source Heat Pump - Ducted** |
HSPF2 ≥ 7.8 (HSPF ≥ 9.2), SEER2 ≥ 15.2 (SEER ≥ 16) (Must meet 2023 ENERGY STAR® specifications and be < 5.5 tons) |
$400 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Air Source Heat Pump - Ductless |
HSPF2 ≥ 7.8 (HSPF ≥ 8.7), SEER2 ≥ 15.2 (SEER ≥ 15.2) (Must meet 2023 ENERGY STAR® specifications) |
$400 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump - Ducted** |
Must meet the following minimum specifications:
HSPF2 ≥ 8.1, SEER2 ≥ 15.2, COP @ 5°F ≥ 1.75 |
$1,000 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump - Ductless |
Must meet the following minimum specifications:
HSPF2 ≥ 8.5, SEER2 ≥ 16, COP @ 5°F ≥ 1.75 |
$1,000 |
$100 ($25 per additional condenser per project) |
| Air Source Heat Pump Tune-Up | Tune-up includes cleaning of the condenser coils, evaporator, and inspection of the filter. Change out filter if needed. Eligible for rebate once every three years. | $25 |
*Only participating contractors are eligible for contractor incentives.
**ASHP - Ducted systems larger than 5.5 tons may be eligible for rebates through Minnesota Power’s Customized Projects Rebates. Contact us with any applicable installations.
Cold Climate ASHP Lookup-Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership (NEEP)
Minnesota Power will be using NEEP’s Lookup site to identify 25C tax credit eligible ASHP. You can search by model or AHRI number. Be sure to filter the “Eligible for Federal Tax Credit” for “North”. You can find additional resources to verify eligibility in the section below labeled “25C Tax Credit Resources”.
Minnesota Power’s Participating Contractor Lookup Tool
Minnesota Power’s Participating Contractor Lookup Tool provides customers an easy way to find HVAC contractors. Customers can search by zip code to find businesses close to home and even request quotes online. Please review to verify your business information is correct and ensure you don’t miss any leads.
Need to update your business information as a Participating Contractor? Use our Business Profile Update Tool here:
Business Profile UpdateResources
Cooperative Advertising
Minnesota Power is offering cooperative advertising support to help you promote qualified HVAC products. Follow the advertising guidelines and set your company apart from the competition. Eligible media includes, but is not limited to: ad circulars, newspaper, radio, direct mail, and TV. Minnesota Power also offers Social Media and Post Card advertising templates for free. Use the template link below to view what’s available!
Minnesota Power will pay up to 75% of the cost of advertising dedicated to qualified HVAC products, up to a total of $1,000 per year. View the Cooperative Advertising Form for program details.
Printable Rebate Forms
- Ground Source Heat Pump Rebate Form
- Heating and Cooling System Rebate Form
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Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate
Contractors, please direct customers to fill out the water heater rebate form located at: www.mnpower.com/WaterHeaterRebate
Contractor Training
2023 November Contractor Training
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Minnesota Power's Annual Contractor Training - November 2023
- 2023 Minnesota Power Updates
- Getting the most out of ASHPs in our cold climate
- Heat Pump Market Trends and Funding Opportunities
2022 Rebate Processing Training
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2022 Rebate Processing Training
Training Archive
2024 Program Update Infoshare
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2024 Program Update Infoshare
2022 February Contractor Training
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Minnesota Power Program Overview | Jon Sullivan, Minnesota Power
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Why Do Air Source Heat Pumps Matter - Global and National Trends | Jonathan Moscatello, Daikin
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Why Do Air Source Heat Pumps Matter - Regional Trends | Kevin DeMaster, Mitsubishi
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Do Air Source Heat Pumps Work In Our Climate | Rabi Vandergon, CEE
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Air Source Heat Pump Use Cases and Installation Considerations | Mark Knutson, Mitsubishi
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Air Source Heat Pump Application Types and Fuel Cost Implications | Emily McPherson, CEE
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