Residential Energy Use

​​Residential energy use accounts for 21 percent of energy consumption in the U.S. Understanding how you use energy in your home can help you reduce energy use and save money.

Home energy audit

A home energy audit can identify opportunities to increase your home energy efficiency. Contact your utility company to learn about home energy audit options.

• CenterPoint En​ergy
• Minnesota Energy Resources
• Xcel Energy

Financial resources

Learn about national and local resources to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower your energy bills. The S​tate of Minnesota and local utilities offer incentives, rebates and grants.

• CenterPoint Ener​gy Rebates – residential rebates available to CenterPoint Energy customers
• Dakota Electric Rebates – residential rebates available to Dakota Electric customers
• Home Improvement Financing – low interest, home energy improvement loans available to Minnesota homeowners
• Xcel Energy Heating & Cooling Rebates – residential rebates available to Xcel energy customers