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Black Hills Energy 2026 Residential Prescriptive Program: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open; funds are limited. The program will end when the budget is depleted.
Serves: The Black Hills area in Butte, Custer, Fall River, Lawrence, Meade and Pennington Counties in South Dakota.
Do I Qualify
- You must be a current residential electric customer.
- Existing single-family homes and replacement equipment qualify.
- Finish purchase and installation by December 15, 2026.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central air conditioner | ≥ 15.2 SEER2 | $250 per unit |
| Air-source heat pump | ≥ 15.2 SEER2 | $250 per unit |
| Ductless mini-split heat pump | ≥ 15.2 SEER2 | $250 per unit |
| Smart thermostat | ENERGY STAR rated; customer must have central cooling. | $75 per unit |
Valid from January 1, 2026 to December 15, 2026.
Who Files It
The customer signs and submits the application with equipment details and receipts.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Install qualifying equipment and retain the itemized invoice.
- Send the signed application and receipts by December 31, 2026. Rebate application.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Black Hills Energy page. The chart was printed 2026. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.