Everything we do is for the benefit our members. We’re proud to provide a wide variety of products and services for your home, helping you save time, money, and energy.
Everything we do is for the benefit our members. We’re proud to provide a wide variety of products and services for your business, helping you save time, money, and energy.
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We’re dedicated to helping our members make smart energy usage decisions. We offer many informational and educational resources, programs and incentives, and energy-efficiency rebates for both business and residential members.
Clean Energy & EVs
As part of our strategic initiatives, we are committed to environmental leadership. Pursuing renewable energy alternatives and giving members the choice to support those initiatives is the right thing to do. With a wide variety of commercial and residential programs, we will partner with you in your efforts to go green, whether at home or at work.
Based in Ramsey, Minnesota, Connexus Energy is Minnesota’s largest electric cooperative, providing electricity and related products to member residents and businesses. The Connexus Energy Board of Directors, elected by our membership, governs the electric cooperative. We serve more than 145,000 members in portions of Anoka, Chisago, Hennepin, Isanti, Mille Lacs, Ramsey, Sherburne, and Washington counties.
Discover the money saving power of off-peak programs. Explore how these programs benefit your wallet and support of our collective journey toward a sustainable energy future.
Save on your electric bill during winter heating months with a Dual Fuel Electric Heating System.
Pay only 6.51¢ versus 12.13¢ per kWh (October-May).
An electric heating system is used as the primary heat source, supplemented during peak demand periods with an alternate heat source*.
During peak electrical demand periods, the heat source automatically switches from the primary electric heating system to the alternate heat source. The alternate heat source is used up to 12 hours per control time on the coldest days of the year, and will not exceed 400 hours per heating season.
Qualifying primary heat sources:
Qualifying alternate heat sources:
*Portable heaters and wood burning stoves DO NOT qualify as alternate heat sources.
Download additional Dual Fuel Electric Heating Program information.
Save with our heat storage program, which offers a rate of 4.9¢ per kWh versus 12.13¢ when in use.
Heat storage can supply 100% of your home’s heating requirements, or can be used as a supplement to another heat source. It’s also a favorable option for new additions, slabs-on-grade, workshops, and garages.
The heat storage equipment heats during off-peak hours (10 p.m. to 6 a.m.), and stores heat in bricks or a sand bed. During the day when electric demand is high, the stored heat radiates from the bricks or the sand bed, creating clean, comfortable, and uniform heat from floor to ceiling.
Qualifying Electric Heat Storage Equipment
Room Heat Storage Units and Electric Heat Central Storage Furnaces
During off-peak hours, electricity is used to heat specially-designed, high-density ceramic bricks capable of storing a vast amount of heat for extended periods. During the day when electric demand is high, a fan inside unit circulates the stored heat as the thermostat requires it.
Under-Floor Electric Cables/Pads
Electric-resistant cables or pads are buried in the sand beneath the concrete ground slab. During off-peak hours, the sand bed stores heat from the electric cables or pads. During the day when the electric demand is high, the stored heat radiates through the floor, creating clean, comfortable, and uniform heat in your home from floor to ceiling.
Please note: talk to your contractor about additional carpet, foundation, and insulation requirements needed for either option.
Download additional information about the Heat Storage program.
Save year-round with a ground source heat pump.
A ground source heat pump (GSHP) unit is the most efficient heating system available, at 300% efficiency, and is ideal for today’s energy-efficient homes. A ground source heat pump system, which transfers heat to or from the ground, provides 100% of your home’s heating and cooling requirements.
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While the initial costs of purchase and installation are high, a ground source heat pump system is less expensive to operate than a conventional air conditioning system. The system saves $200-$400 each year over natural gas (based on 70¢ per therm)* and $700-$1,000 each year over LP (based on $1.40 per therm).*
*Information from the Department of Public Service.
While we are not affiliated with any contractor directly, we encourage Connexus members to research and check credentials when selecting an installer.
Ensure the alternate heat source is automatic, thermostat-controlled, and able to heat the home adequately for up to 400 hours. If in doubt, please contact your own heating contractor.
A one-time equipment fee of $50 will be added to your electric bill at the time of ordering.
Complete the online program application.
Once your meter socket and equipment have been installed and a state electrical inspection has been completed, request meter installation and rate activation here or call Connexus at 763.323.2650.
More than 1,700 Connexus members use air source heat pumps.
Recent technology advancements have made air source heat pumps a valid option for homes with cold winters like ours. Because an air source heat pump moves heat rather than converting from fuel, it provides one of the most energy efficient heating and cooling systems available.
Connexus is an electric utility partner in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge — accelerating innovation to bring more comfort to your home, at lower prices.
Connexus offers reduced rates for air conditioning and heating with our air source heat pump demand response program.
Pay only 9.45¢ per kWh (vs. 13.13¢) for all your air conditioning needs and only 6.51¢ per kWh (vs. 12.13¢) for all your heating needs.
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In just the last 2.5 years Connexus Energy has paid nearly $70,000 in rebates to members to offset the upfront cost of heat pumps. Connexus offers rebates for Air Source Heat Pumps and Ductless Air Source Heat Pumps.
Learn more and download the Air Source Heat Pump flyer.
Additional rebates available thru the Inflation Reduction Act. Learn more about Federal Tax Credits.
Get started today and find a registered contractor for the Air Source Heat Pump rebate.
An air source heat pump operates like a conventional air conditioner during the summer months by removing heat and humidity from your home. A radio receiver and meter are installed on your house, most likely near the ASHP, and utilizes a radio signal to communicate with the unit. On days when demand for electricity peaks, a radio signal is sent to the ASHP, indicating that the unit should cycle on or off.*
Electric peaks typically occur on hot, humid summer days, as well as during unplanned outages and system emergencies.
*The number of controlled hours allowed per cooling season (May-October) is 200. In the past five years, between 80-160 hours per season were controlled.
**The number of controlled hours per heating season (October to May) is 400 hours. In the past five years, between 80-160 hours were controlled.
Verify that the alternate heat source is automatic, thermostat-controlled, and has the capacity to heat the home adequately for up to 400 hours. Please contact your own heating contractor with questions. This program is not compatible with a Mini-Split system (low voltage control wires are needed).
A one-time equipment fee of $50 will be added to your electric bill at the time of ordering.
The number of kilowatt hours (kWh) used during the cooling or heating season is tracked, just like your home’s general service meter. You will pay the lower program rate, as shown in the sample bill below.
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Summer is when our members use the most electricity; this is also when it's most important to conserve energy. Enrolling your Wi-Fi thermostat in an air conditioning program not only helps to conserve energy when electric demand is at it's peak, it also reduces your electric bill. All while keeping your home at a cool and comfortable temperature.
That's good for you. Good for us. Good for the environment.
With PowerNap® Air Conditioning or Rush Hour Rewards, you have the flexibility to choose the qualifying wi-fi thermostat that best meets your needs and the needs of your household. In addition, you'll receive a $25 rebate and a summer credit totaling up to $30.
Members who are currently enrolled in the Traditional PowerNap Cycled Air Conditioning Program are eligible to switch to this rebate program. Upon registration and enrollment of the thermostat, Connexus will send a technician to your home to bypass the radio control on the side of your house and remove you from the cycled program. Any credits already paid will remain in your account.
For members with Honeywell Home, Lux, Emerson or Ecobee brand thermostats.
For members with Nest Learning Thermostat or Nest Thermostat E.
Install ceiling fans to reduce air conditioning costs. Ceiling fans keep the house at a comfortable temperature, even with the thermostat set at 78°F. You’ll save 3 to 5% on air conditioning costs for each degree you raise the thermostat.
VIEW MORE TIPSDo you want to know more about how your household is using energy? Our technicians can help assess load sources and discuss findings and then offer recommendations on how to lower usage.
REQUEST AN ASSESSMENTThese four words focus on the most important component of our cooperative: our members. In a cooperative, everything we do is for the benefit of our membership. This vision provides daily inspiration to build powerful partnerships with our members.
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