Brainerd Public Utilities - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
Administered by Brainerd Public Utilites
Brainerd Public Utilities offers rebates for upgrading to energy-efficient appliances and heating/cooling equipment, including heat pump water heaters, ductless mini-split heat pumps, LED lighting, programmable thermostats, and several other technologies. To apply for residential rebates, visit BPU's website to access rebate applications and current incentive amounts. For questions, contact Kathryn Wilkinson at 952-239-6044 or kwilkinson@frontierenergy.com.
BPU's residential rebate program covers a wide range of efficiency upgrades including HVAC equipment, water heaters, appliances, and controls, providing customer incentives that can boost sales of qualifying products. Rebates under $150 are issued as account credits; contractors should direct customers to submit applications through BPU's website or contact the energy analysts at BPU for program details and current rebate amounts.
BPU administers residential rebates through Frontier Energy staff (Kathryn Wilkinson and Victoria Mee serve as energy analysts) and maintains discretionary authority to modify or withdraw offers without notice. The program targets residential customers in BPU's service territory upgrading to efficient appliances, heating/cooling systems, and controls; rebates are funded through utility operations and delivered as account credits or checks depending on amount.
Program details
- Program ID
- 22119
- Last updated
- 11/13/2025
Eligibility
- Sectors
- residential
- Technologies
- clothes washers dishwasher refrigerators/freezers dehumidifiers ceiling fan equipment insulation lighting controls/sensors air conditioners programmable thermostats pool pumps led lighting electric clothes dryer heat pump water heater ductless mini-split heat pump dual fuel air-source heat pump
Program summary
Brainerd Public Utilites (BPU) offers a variety of rebates to residential customers. Additionally, through a partnership with Energy Insight, Inc., commercial customers can set up a consultation for potential rebates. Interested commercial customers should contact Mike Swanson at ms@energyinsightinc.com or 952-767-7469.
Contact & resources
- Additional resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.