Residential Natural Gas Heating Program: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. Montana-Dakota offers conservation incentives to its Montana residential natural gas customers. Funding is limited.
Serves: Parts of Montana; the residence must receive Montana-Dakota natural gas under Residential Gas Service Rate 60.
Do I Qualify
- The Montana residence must receive natural gas under Rate 60.
- New construction, fuel conversions and warranty replacements do not qualify.
- Thermostat incentives are limited to two units per account for homes with multiple heating systems or zones.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement natural gas furnace | AFUE ≥ 95%; replaces an existing natural gas furnace. | $300 per furnace |
| Tier 1 programmable thermostat | 5-2 day or greater; four daily periods. A contractor must supply and install it with a qualifying furnace. | $15 per thermostat |
| Tier 2 Wi-Fi thermostat | Communicating Wi-Fi thermostat with remote setpoint and schedule access through a smart device. | $60 per thermostat |
Who Files It
The purchaser submits the application. Dealers cannot receive the customer's incentive. Payment is by check.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Check equipment eligibility before purchasing.
- Submit the completed application and dealer invoice within 90 days after installation. Application.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Montana-Dakota Utilities page. The chart was printed Rev. 03/26. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.