City grant funding can help make efficiency upgrades a reality for Minnesota businesses in 2026
For businesses looking to make energy efficiency upgrades, the upfront cost of new lighting, HVAC, or refrigeration equipment can be a barrier. Fortunately, businesses located in select cities in Minnesota can take advantage of special city-funded grants, cost-share, and rebate programs. This extra funding paired with rebates from CEE’s One-Stop Efficiency Shop (One-Stop) or other utility programs can significantly reduce project costs and payback periods.
2026 City Grants, Cost-Share, and Rebate Programs
- Bloomington – 20% of the cost (up to $2,500) for eligible lighting, HVAC, or refrigeration upgrades
- Edina – 100% utility rebate match (up to $2,500) for eligible lighting, HVAC, or refrigeration upgrades
- Hopkins – Up to $12,500 for eligible lighting upgrades or up to $5,000 for eligible HVAC or refrigeration upgrades
- Minneapolis Green Cost Share – 20% to 40% of the cost (up to $20,000) for eligible lighting, HVAC, or refrigeration upgrades
- Northfield – 50% of total rebate (up to $2,500) for eligible lighting, HVAC, or refrigeration upgrades
- Richfield – 20% of the cost (up to $2,500) for eligible lighting, HVAC, or refrigeration upgrades
- St. Louis Park – 50% to 75% utility rebate match (up to $3,500)
- Saint Paul – Grants up to $50,000, or more than $50,000 with a 1:1 match, for physical (capital) improvement projects for any public, private, nonprofit, or for-profit organization located in or doing business in Saint Paul. Online applications will be due Friday, March 13, at 4 p.m.
The One-Stop team has helped many commercial property owners and operators utilize rebates and city grants to significantly reduce project costs. Read a few of our case studies below.
Minneapolis Green Cost Share
Richfield Energy Efficient Business Rebates
Questions? Our team of commercial energy rebate experts are here to help you navigate the grant funding and rebate process and see what funds may be available for your business. Reach out to us at onestop@mncee.org or 612-244-2427.
