4U2 Program
Are your energy bills difficult to manage? Don't know how to reduce your energy costs? Let us help. Minnesota Energy Resources offers you a way to reduce energy costs without sacrificing comfort. It's called the 4U2 Program.
How It Works
- Determine if you qualify (see information below).
- Call and schedule a 4U2 In-Home Audit with our Energy Advisor. We'll identify potential energy improvements and weatherization opportunities to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient.
- Minnesota Energy Resources will invest up to $5,000 per qualified household to make homes more comfortable, affordable and energy efficient. We will cover the installation costs of every cost-effective measure identified by the audit. If it calls for insulation, we'll install it. Need your windows sealed? We'll caulk and seal them.
- If cost-effective energy efficiency measures are identified and installed in your home, a one-time co-pay of $150 may be added to your bill.
- The 4U2 program does not assist with paying current energy bills, but rather helps lower future heating costs.
Qualifications (you must meet all qualifications to be eligible):
- You must be the owner or renter of the property; and you must live at the property.
- You must be responsible for direct payment of your natural gas bill.
- Your total gross household income must fall within the levels outlined in the chart below:
| Family Size | Income Range |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month Income Range: $5,445 - $8,168 Annual Income Range: $21,781 - $32,670 |
| 2 | 3-Month Income Range: $7,355 - $11,033 Annual Income Range: $29,421 - $44,130 |
| 3 | 3-Month Income Range: $9,265 - $13,898 Annual Income Range: $37,061 - $55,590 |
| 4 | 3-Month Income Range: $11,175 - $16,763 Annual Income Range: $44,701 - $67,050 |
| 5 | 3-Month Income Range: $13,085 - $19,628 Annual Income Range: $52,341 - $78,510 |
| 6 | 3-Month Income Range: $14,995 - $22,493 Annual Income Range: $59,981 - $89,970 |
| 7 | 3-Month Income Range: $16,905 - $25,358 Annual Income Range: $67,621 - $101,430 |
| 8 | 3-Month Income Range: $18,815 - $28,223 Annual Income Range: $75,261 - $112,890 |
| For each additional member add | 3-Month Income Range: $1,910 - $2,865 Annual Income Range: $7,641 - $11,460 |
These Income Range levels are effective 10/1/10 – 9/30/11.
How To Apply
Apply for the 4U2 Program today by completing the application, or call us with questions at 866-872-0052.