United Power Energy Efficient Heat Pumps: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Members can receive incentives for upgrading to efficient electric heat pumps. Rebates are subject to funds availability.
Serves: Parts of Adams, Boulder, Broomfield, Gilpin, Jefferson, and Weld counties.
Do I Qualify
- Receive permanent United Power electric service.
- Air-source equipment requires at least 15.2 SEER2 and the applicable ducted or non-ducted HSPF2 rating.
- Limit one unit rebate per member in a rolling twelve-month period.
- New construction does not qualify.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mini-split heat pump | ≤2 tons; at least 1 ton; cold-climate/high efficiency; retrofit only. | $250 per unit |
| Mini-split heat pump | >2 tons; cold-climate/high efficiency; retrofit only. | $500 per unit |
| Ducted air-source heat pump | ≤2 tons; at least 1 ton; cold-climate/high efficiency; retrofit only. | $500 per unit |
| Ducted air-source heat pump | >2 tons; cold-climate/high efficiency; retrofit only. | $1,000 per unit |
| Ground-source heat pump replacement | ≤4 tons; at least 1 ton; ENERGY STAR EER and COP requirements. | $500 per unit |
| Ground-source heat pump replacement | >4 tons; ENERGY STAR EER and COP requirements. | $1,000 per unit |
Valid from January 1, 2026.
Who Files It
The member submits the application, invoice, AHRI certificate, and equipment photographs. Payment is by check.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Confirm efficiency requirements with United Power before purchase.
- Install qualifying equipment and collect the required documents.
- Apply within ninety days of installation.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the United Power page. The chart was printed Rebates effective Jan. 1, 2026. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.