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East Central Energy Air Source Heat Pump Rebate — mini-split up to one ton: Open

Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis; rebates end when funds are exhausted.

Serves: Parts of Aitkin, Benton, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pine, Sherburne, and Washington counties (MN), plus Burnett, Douglas, and Washburn counties (WI).

Do I Qualify

  • Install qualifying equipment within ECE's service area during the current program year.
  • Confirm funding and allow ECE to verify installation.

How Much Comes Off

East Central Energy Air Source Heat Pump Rebate — mini-split up to one ton — program page
EquipmentRequirementAmount
Ductless mini-split up to one ton≤ 1 ton; SEER2 ≥ 14.3 and HSPF2 ≥ 7.5, or 2026 CEE Tier 1 listed$200 per system

Who Files It

The member submits the signed form with contractor information and the receipt.

The money is paid to the homeowner.

The Steps to Apply

  1. Verify system capacity and AHRI ratings.
  2. Email the completed application and receipt to residentialrebates@ecemn.com.

Read on October 22, 2026 from the East Central Energy page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.