City of Le Sueur CIP Rebates

MMPA - Minnesota Municipal Power Agency

MMPA is a cooperative formed by the eight cities of Anoka, Arlington, Brownton, Chaska, Le Sueur, North St. Paul, Olivia, and Winthrop in 1992. MMPA has been administering the wholesale power supply purchase for its members since its inception, and, over the years, has been able to provide a power supply that allows its members to be very competitive in the Minnesota electric energy market. One member, Chaska, has even built its own Power Plant, from which the MMPA can buy additional power, if necessary. (For more information on MMPA, click here: www.mmpa.biz)

MMPA + CIP = Energy Conservation

Recently, the MMPA members have implemented several customer offers to provide the Conservation Improvement Programs (CIP) now required by the State of Minnesota. The CIP programs aim to promote energy conservation and reduce the overall consumption of energy. One component is a customer rebate plan offered on qualifying energy efficient products such as Refrigerators, Air Conditioners, and Electric Motors.

Refrigerator Rebate
MMPA provides product rebates for High Efficiency Refrigeration with the ENERGY STAR* Seal of Approval (Click here to go to EnergyStar). By installing a qualifying ENERGY STAR-labeled Refrigerator, we'll give you $55 cash back. Plus, you'll save money every month, for years to come, with increased operating efficiency.

 


Central Air Conditioner Rebate
MMPA provides product rebates for Central Air Conditioning systems with the ENERGY STAR* Seal of Approval (Click here to go to EnergyStar). By installing a qualifying ENERGY STAR-labeled Central Air Conditioner, we'll give you $350 cash back. Plus, you'll save money every month, for years to come, with increased operating efficiency. Talk to your dealer to find out which brands and models are eligible for MMPA rebates.

 


Window Air Conditioner Rebate
MMPA provides product rebates for Window Air Conditioning units with the ENERGY STAR* Seal of Approval (Click here to go to EnergyStar). By installing a qualifying ENERGY STAR-labeled Window Air Conditioner, we'll give you $30 cash back. Plus, you'll save money every month, for years to come, with increased operating efficiency. Talk to your dealer to find out which brands and models are eligible for MMPA rebates.

 


Dishwasher Rebate
MMPA provides product rebates for Dishwashers with the ENERGY STAR* Seal of Approval (Click here to go to EnergyStar). By installing a qualifying ENERGY STAR-labeled Dishwasher, we'll give you $50 cash back. Plus, you'll save money every month, for years to come, with increased operating efficiency. Talk to your dealer to find out which brands and models are eligible for MMPA rebates.

 


Clothes Washer Rebate
MMPA provides product rebates for Clothes Washers with the ENERGY STAR* Seal of Approval (Click here to go to EnergyStar). By installing a qualifying ENERGY STAR-labeled Clothes Washer, we'll give you $100 cash back. Plus, you'll save money every month, for years to come, with increased operating efficiency. Talk to your dealer to find out which brands and models are eligible for MMPA rebates.

 


* ENERGY STAR is a government/industry partnership that makes it easy for you to save money and protect the environment. Watch for products with the ENERGY STAR logo to ensure that the appliance is energy efficient. Talk to your dealer to find out which brands and models are eligible for MMPA rebates.

How to qualify for the Program Rebate:
The appliance must be on the current ENERGY STAR list at time of purchase to qualify for the rebate. (Ask your dealer which models are currently listed.) The appliance must be installed in a home that receives electric service from the City of Le Sueur Municipal Utility.

To apply:
Pick up the form at City Hall or 228 Main Street

Electric Motor Rebates for Commercial, Industrial, and Small Business Customers
MMPA provides product rebates for purchase and installation of premium-efficient motors. Rebates are based on the horsepower (hp) rating of the motor and whether the motor is going in a new installation or replacing an existing motor:
  $ 5.00 per hp - New Installations
  $16.50 per hp - Replacement of Existing Unit

Premium-efficient motors provide:
Energy Savings - Motors are designed to reduce energy use by reducing internal energy losses.
Maintenance Savings and Reliability - Improved engineering design executed with quality materials result in premium-efficient motors that generate less heat. As a result, lubricants and windings last longer.

Premium-efficient motors have the greatest potential for savings when the motor application:

  • Operates at least 4,000 hours a year
  • Is 10 years old or older
  • Uses rewound motors
  • Includes over- or undersized- motors
  • Operates a critical process

 

Typical applications include:

  • Commercial building supply and return fans
  • Industrial process pumps
  • Blowers
  • Process fans
  • Condensate pumps
  • Chilled water pumps

 

How to qualify for the Rebate:
Rebates cover premium-efficient motors when they meet or exceed MMPA's standards* and offer the following features:

  • AC polyphase induction motor
  • Squirrel cage rotor design
  • NEMA design B torque characteristics
  • Synchronous speeds of 3600, 1800, 1200, or 900 rpm.
* Efficiency ratings are deemed from the CEE Premium Efficiency standards that apply to NEMA Design A & B.

 

To apply
Pick up the form at City Hall or 228 Main Street.


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Greg Drent, Assistant Electric Director
(507) 665-3338
gdrent@cityoflesueur.com

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