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Promising technologies

Initially we're focusing on four promising energy efficiency technologies, and we'll add more over time.

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Utility funders

ETA is funded by Minnesota's largest gas and electric utilities, with revenue earned from Minnesota ratepayers.

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Minnesota State Administered

ETA is administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources.

We help advance new energy efficiency technologies that are proven to be cost-effective and beneficial.

Minnesota’s ETA ushers promising energy efficient technologies into the market faster and better to help Minnesotans cut energy consumption and costs. We collaborate with electric and gas utilities, state and local governments, manufacturers, distributors, and installation contractors — all working together to speed up adoption by overcoming barriers to these new technologies and quicken adoption.

Technologies We Support

air source heat hump

Air Source Heat Pumps

A more efficient, climate-friendly way to heat homes than electric resistance, propane, or traditional gas furnaces. 
Luminaire-Level Lighting Controls

Luminaire-Level Lighting Controls

Systematically bridge the gap between lighting and lighting controls, simplifying design, installation, and maintenance. 
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High-Performance Windows

Typically nearly half of heat loss escapes via windows. New technology cuts the loss, saves energy, and adds comfort.
high-performance rooftop windows

High-Performance Rooftop Units

Enhance efficiency and cut carbon by incorporating heat pumps and ERVs.