Minnesota Power, an ALLETE Company

The Multifamily Direct Installation program provides a comprehensive approach to energy efficiency in multifamily buildings. This FREE program provides an energy analysis and comprehensive report, education to tenants and building operators, immediate savings through direct installation of products, and the potential for additional savings through enhanced incentives.

If you are interested in participating in this program, contact Emily Heiken at eheiken@mnpower.com or 218-355-3070.

More Details:

Energy analysis of in-unit and common area spaces and report:

Energy professionals will conduct an energy analysis of in-unit and common areas. After the analysis, the building operator will receive a detailed report of recommendations for additional energy efficiency opportunities specific to the facility. Building owners will be eligible to receive an enhanced incentive for taking action on any of the opportunities identified in the report within a specified time period.

Educational event for tenants:

An optional educational seminar for tenants is offered through the program. This allows Minnesota Power to answer questions about the process, provide information about products being installed and encourage general awareness of energy efficiency.

Direct installation of energy efficient technologies:

During the analysis, Minnesota Power will provide and install energy-saving products throughout the facility. Items installed are customized depending on need, fuel type and income eligibility; they can include items such as:

• Advanced power strip
• Dehumidifier replacement & recycling*
• Faucet aerators
• LED bulbs
• LED exit sign
• LED torchiere*
• Showerhead
• Pipe wrap
• Refrigerator replacement*
• Refrigerator thermometer
• Shower timer
• Vending misers
• New! LED fixture reimbursement**

*These items are for income-qualified facilities only

**After completing a Direct install project with Minnesota Power, facilities may qualify for fixture reimbursement when replacing fluorescent fixtures with LED fixtures. Reimbursement of up to 50% product cost for market-rate facilities or up to 100% product cost for income-qualified facilities.

This program is currently closed. We apologize for the inconvenience.

For customers currently on the waitlist – Minnesota Power is looking for alternative pickup options, however the timeline is uncertain. Please contact us at the number below if you wish to cancel.

If you are having issues depositing an existing rebate check from ARCA, please contact us at the number below.

If you have any questions please contact 218-355-2843. Thank you!

The Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling program is a FREE offering brought to you by Minnesota Power. Save energy and money (typically several hundred dollars over its lifetime) and help protect the environment by recycling old, inefficient units. Minnesota Power will pick up the old, working unit(s) and ensure they are properly recycled; plus, you'll receive $50 per qualifying appliance! Rebate eligibility is not dependent on installing new equipment.

If you are interested in participating in this program, contact Emily Heiken at eheiken@mnpower.com or 218-355-3070.

Minnesota Power offers a variety of energy conservation programs to multifamily facilities, including energy analyses, project design assistance and rebates for existing and new construction. These programs are designed to determine how our customers use energy and, more importantly, how they can improve their usage patterns.

Our rebate program is flexible in order to meet the diverse and unique needs of our customers and includes rebates for new construction, lighting, HVAC, refrigeration and much more. Facilities that have participated in our Multifamily Direct Installation program (above) can qualify for enhanced incentives.

Click here to learn more or contact Minnesota Power at 218-355-2843 option 4.

Thinking about providing EV charging at your facility? We can help answer your questions and develop a plan. Email electricvehicles@mnpower.com or click here for EV information.