Do I Qualify
- New equipment only. One rebate per equipment type per household annually.
- Equipment programs require continued participation for one control year. Thermostats require the June–September control season.
- Early withdrawal requires repayment.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Air-source heat pump | SEER2 ≥13.4; HSPF2 ≥7.5; metered off-peak program | $500 per system |
| Ductless mini-split | Heats and cools; Energy Wise METERED program | $300 per unit |
| Central AC | SEER2 ≥15.2; Energy Wise program; QI contractor | $100 per unit |
| Ground-source heat pump | Five-ton limit; meet program participation requirements | $200 per ton |
| Wi-Fi thermostat | Enroll through GreaterGrid.com | $50 per thermostat |
Who Files It
QI contractors submit central AC and air-source heat-pump paperwork. Members use the linked forms for other equipment.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Confirm Energy Wise enrollment and any field verification with MVEC. Program page.
- Submit AC and air-source applications within six months of installation.
- Install mini-split and ground-source equipment within six months of purchase. Enroll thermostats through GreaterGrid.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.