Energy Disclosure helps you understand how your home uses energy
Homes of any age can be energy efficient with the right improvements. Every home sold in Minneapolis and Bloomington receives an energy score that measure how efficiently it uses energy. Find your score and learn how you can make your home more efficient with energy disclosure.
How to improve your energy score
Step 1: Review your Energy Disclosure Report.
Your energy score and information about how to improve it are in your Energy Disclosure Report. The benefits of a higher energy score include:
- Better comfort year-round
- Healthier indoor air
- Reduced environmental impact
Step 2: Reach out to an Energy Advisor.
Energy Advisors from local nonprofit Center for Energy and Environment are the go-to solution to improve your home's energy efficiency. Energy Advisors can:
- Offer free, no pressure home energy advice
- Refer you to high-quality contractors and assist in scheduling bids
- Connect you to the best utility rebates, state and federal incentives, and low-interest financing available
Step 3: Show off your energy efficient home.
When you maximize your energy score, you can apply for the Energy Fit Home certification. The benefits of certification include:
- Highlighting your investment in a comfortable, energy-saving home
- Boosting your home’s resale value 2%–6%
This program is supported by
Home Energy Project Resources
This page lists practical and cost-effective improvements to make your home more comfortable and lower your energy bills year-round.
You can learn if your home has recommended improvements from your energy disclosure report or a Home Energy Squad visit.
Your energy disclosure report is included as part of your Minneapolis Truth in Sale of Housing report or Bloomington Time of Sale Housing Inspection report. You can use the Find Energy Scores tab to look up your report.
If your home does not have an energy disclosure report, you can schedule a low-cost Home Energy Squad visit to learn about your home’s energy efficiency.
Recommended Energy Improvements and Incentives
An energy advisor can answer your questions about energy improvements, determine which rebates and incentives you are eligible for, and connect you with rebate-eligible contractors.
Insulating and air sealing your attic is one of the most effective energy improvements you can make to your home.
When it comes to attics, air sealing should always accompany insulation. Air sealing closes gaps that allow warm air to leak into the attic. Common sources of air leaks include pipes, recessed can lights, electrical wires, and the chimney. Individual air leaks may be small, but they add up and compromise the effectiveness of the insulation.
Attic insulation and air sealing also increase your home's durability by mitigating ice dams and moisture buildup in the attic.
Learn more about attic insulation and air sealing.
Incentives:
- $1,300 rebate from CenterPoint Energy
- Expiring soon: Up to $1,200 federal tax credit on material costs, available on projects completed before December 31, 2025
- Expected early 2026: Up to $1,600 income-qualified rebate from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table.
- The City of Minneapolis offers rebates annually while funds last. Visit the Minneapolis Green Cost Share page to learn more about the rebates and availability.
Ensuring your exterior walls are fully insulated is the best way to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
Exterior walls are often the biggest surface area of your house facing the outdoors. If you have inadequate insulation, you are likely losing a lot of energy to the outdoors. This can result in more uneven indoor temperatures and higher energy bills. Quality wall insulation makes your home quieter, more comfortable, and more affordable to heat and cool.
Learn more about wall insulation.
Incentives:
- $1,500 rebate from CenterPoint Energy
- Expiring soon: Up to $1,200 federal tax credit on material costs, available on projects completed before December 31, 2025
- Expected early 2026: Up to $1,600 income-qualified rebate from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
- The City of Minneapolis offers rebates annually while funds last. Visit the Minneapolis Green Cost Share page to learn more about the rebates and availability.
Heating systems typically last 15 to 20 years. You may be able to avoid a stressful and expensive emergency replacement by planning to replace an old system.
We recommend choosing a high-efficiency replacement. High-efficiency systems keep your energy bills low, offer better comfort, and feature better safety controls. A high-efficiency system means 96% AFUE or better for furnaces, 91% or better for boilers, or a variable-speed compressor for heat pumps.
Learn more about furnaces and boilers.
Incentives for furnaces and boilers:
- Up to $1,000 rebate from CenterPoint Energy
- Up to $600 federal tax credit on project costs
Incentives for heat pumps:
- Up to $2,000 rebate from Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy
- Expiring soon: Up to $2,000 federal tax credit on project costs, available on projects completed before December 31, 2025
- Expected early 2026: Up to $8,000 income-qualified rebate from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
- Expected early 2026: Up to $4,000 federal rebate match from the State of Minnesota
- For homes that are primarily heated by electricity, Xcel Energy offers a discounted electric rate
Additional incentives for Minneapolis residents:
- The City of Minneapolis offers rebates annually while funds last. Visit the Minneapolis Green Cost Share page to learn more about the rebates and availability.
Adding storm windows to single-pane windows is a cost-effective way to reduce drafts and save energy. Installing new double- or triple-pane windows increases possible savings. However, because of the high upfront cost of new windows, we recommend considering storm windows for any single-pane windows first.
Learn more about storm windows.
Incentives for Minneapolis residents:
- The City of Minneapolis offers rebates annually while funds last. Visit the Minneapolis Green Cost Share page to learn more about the rebates and availability.
Air conditioners typically last about 15 years. Modern heat pumps are a high-efficiency alternative to traditional air conditioners. Heat pumps operate the same as an air conditioner to provide cooling. Heat pumps can also provide green, energy efficient heating in the spring and fall.
Learn more about replacing your air conditioning.
Incentives for heat pumps:
- Up to $2,000 rebate from Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy
- Expiring soon: Up to $2,000 federal tax credit on project costs, available on projects completed before December 31, 2025
- Expected early 2026: Up to $8,000 income-qualified rebate from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
- Expected early 2026: Up to $4,000 federal rebate match from the State of Minnesota
- The City of Minneapolis offers rebates annually while funds last. Visit the Minneapolis Green Cost Share page to learn more about the rebates and availability.
Water heaters typically last about 10 years. If your water heater is at retirement age, it may be beneficial to schedule a replacement now. We recommend choosing a high-efficiency system with sealed combustion for the lowest energy bills and to keep indoor air healthy. A heat pump water heater is a high-efficiency, green alternative to a traditional gas system.
Learn more about water heating.
Incentives for gas water heaters:
- Up to $500 rebate from CenterPoint Energy
- Up to $600 federal tax credit on project costs for gas water heaters
Incentives for heat pump water heaters:
- Up to $500 rebate from Xcel Energy
- Expiring soon: Up to $2,000 federal tax credit on project costs, available on projects completed before December 31, 2025
- Expected early 2026: Up to $1,750 income-qualified rebate from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
- Expected early 2026: Up to $4,000 federal rebate match from the State of Minnesota
- The City of Minneapolis offers rebates annually while funds last. Visit the Minneapolis Green Cost Share page to learn more about the rebates and availability.
Transitioning your cooking appliances to electric is a good way to improve your home’s health and safety. Traditional gas stoves’ impact on indoor air quality can negatively affect health, while electric ranges are more efficient and create less indoor air pollution. Induction ranges are the most efficient, heating quickly while keeping the cooktop cool to the touch.
Learn more about electric stoves.
Incentives for electric stoves:
- Expected early 2026: Up to $840 federal rebate match from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
- The City of Minneapolis offers rebates annually while funds last. Visit the Minneapolis Green Cost Share page to learn more about the rebates and availability.
Different types of electric clothes dryers are available. Traditional electric dryers are a solid option for electrifying your clothes drying that come in a variety of price points. Heat pump dryers are the most efficient option for clothes drying, using less energy per load and lasting longer than traditional electric resistance or gas dryers. They are also gentler on clothes, improve indoor air quality, and do not require outdoor venting, making them a flexible and energy-saving choice for many households.
Learn more about electric clothes dryers.
Incentives for heat pump clothes dryers:
- Expected early 2026: Up to $840 federal rebate match from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
Switching from gas to electric appliances may require updating your electrical service panel or wiring. Some older homes may have an electrical panel that cannot handle additional electrical loads without an update. Other projects, like adding an electric stove, may require installing a new 240 volt outlet.
Learn more about electrical panels and wiring.
Incentives for electrical panel upgrades:
- Up to $1,500 rebate from Xcel Energy
- Expiring soon: Up to $600 federal tax credit on project costs, available on projects completed before December 31, 2025
- Expected early 2026: Up to $4,000 income-qualified rebate from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
Incentives for electrical wiring:
- Expected early 2026: Up to $2,500 income-qualified rebate from the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). You can check if you meet the income qualifications on the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table
- For financing, visit the CEE Lending Center.
- For specialized financing for qualified Bloomington residents, visit the Bloomington Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
- For weatherization and energy conservation services for low-income families and individuals, visit the Weatherization Assistance Program.
- For more information about the City of Minneapolis’ Truth in Sale of Housing program, visit the Truth in Sale of Housing home page.
- For more information about the City of Bloomington’s Time-of-Sale program, visit the Time-of-Sale home page.
- For a low-cost, in-depth evaluation of your home’s energy use, schedule a Home Energy Squad visit.
- For more information about how Energy Scores are calculated, download our Energy Score Summary.
- To see if you qualify for federal income-qualified incentives, download the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Area Median Income (AMI) lookup table.
- For a wholistic reference on home energy conservation, download the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Home Energy Guide.
Find Your Home's Energy Score
Your energy disclosure report contains your home's energy score and recommendations for ways to improve it for climate, comfort, and health benefits. Enter your address in the search box below to find your home and download your report.
In Minneapolis, homes purchased after January 1, 2020 have a report. (Minneapolis reports generated after April 17, 2025, include additional information on electrification opportunities.)
In Bloomington, homes purchased April 1, 2022 have a report.
Interactive energy score map
Browse a map of all collected energy scores below. Enter your information above or select a dot on the map below to see a snapshot of a home’s results and download the full energy disclosure report.
Tips for using the map
- You can sort or filter the map based on the city, address, score, and evaluation date. Minneapolis addresses can also be sorted by neighborhood.
- Hover over a dot to display a home’s overview, including its address, energy score, neighborhood average, and evaluation date. You can also click to download a PDF of the home’s full report.
- Use the “Search Address” bar to find reports for specific addresses.
- To filter by neighborhood in Minneapolis, use the “Neighborhood” drop-down menu. Uncheck the “All” option to deselect all neighborhoods, then check the box for the neighborhood(s) you want to view.
- Use your mouse wheel to zoom in or out. You can also double click on an area to zoom in on it or hold shift and double click to zoom out.
- On a PC, click “Ctrl” + “Z” to undo. Use the arrows in the bottom toolbar to undo, redo, or reset the map.
- Reset the map to the default view using the house icon in the map’s upper left corner.
More on energy disclosure
The City of Minneapolis’ Truth in Sale of Housing (TISH) energy disclosure policy took effect on January 1, 2020. Minneapolis energy disclosure inspections include attic and wall insulation, heating, and windows. The City of Bloomington’s Time-of-Sale (TOS) Housing inspection program began to include energy disclosure starting April 1, 2022. Bloomington inspections include attic and wall insulation, heating and cooling, windows, and water heating.
After you review your report, explore our project resources or contact an energy advisor for one-on-one guidance about energy efficiency improvements you might want to consider based on your score.
Resources for Real Estate Agents
Energy efficiency is valuable.
Energy efficiency has value in the buying and selling process. With motivations ranging from saving on utility bills to reducing emissions, homebuyers are more interested than ever in energy efficiency at home. Benefits include a more comfortable at home, lower energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and a higher resale value.
Save your clients energy and money.
Connect your clients to a free or reduced-price Home Energy Squad visit to help them save money, stay comfortable, and learn about their home. Home Energy Squad is available for Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy customers.
Gift a visit. Realtors can purchase Home Energy Squad visits for clients at half the original price.
Refer a client. Clients can mention their realtor referred them to the Home Energy Squad and receive the visit for half the original price.
Energy Advisors make improvements easy.
Energy Advisors are ready to help your clients tackle any home energy improvement project. Energy Advisors are a free service available to clients in any city, featuring:
Convenient answers for questions about energy efficiency
Start-to-finish project guidance
Connection to local, utility, and federal incentives and low-interest financing
Recommendations for high-quality contractors
Resources
Client resources
- CEE's Energy Advisors: Free efficiency project consulting. Real estate professionals can call on behalf of their clients or refer their clients directly — download an Energy Advisor informational flyer.
- Home Energy Squad: Home energy visit service through Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy. Contact Arbor Otalora-Fadner for more information on how to gift a low-to-no cost visit to your clients.
- CEE Lending Center: Loans and grants for rehabilitation and energy efficiency projects.
- Energy Badge Flyer: Sample of a third-party verification that showcases high-performing home energy features and their benefits. Find them at the end of the Energy Disclosure Report.
- Home Energy Hub: Website with helpful posts and relevant topics written by CEE's energy experts.
- CenterPoint Energy Approved Contractors: List of air-sealing and insulation installers who qualify for CenterPoint's rebate program.
Trainings and education
RECORDED:
Bloomington Time-of-Sale Energy Disclosure (February 2022): A video summary of the City's new energy disclosure program.
Contact Matthew Douglas-May for inquiries on customized training opportunities.
Additional Reports
- Realizing the Value: An Appraiser-Led Analysis of the High-Performing Home Premium in Leading Midwest Markets (Elevate Energy)
- Home Energy Efficiency for Real Estate Professionals (U.S. Department of Energy)
- The Misconception That Buyers “Don’t Care” About Home Performance (Energy Logic)
- Summary of studies on resale premiums for energy efficient homes (CEE research summary)
Energy Advisors are your go-to solution for home energy questions.
Energy Advisors take the guesswork out of projects by working with you start to finish. We will help you determine where to start and will connect you to financing, utility rebates, and high-quality contractors.
Energy Advisors are cost-free, pressure-free, and available anywhere. We are here to help you achieve your home energy goals!