Knowledge Base

Rochester Public Utilities (RPU) is committed to making energy efficiency improvements affordable for income-qualified customers. RPU and Minnesota Energy Resources are working together to offer energy efficiencies to those in need through two programs:

1. The Energy Sustainability for our Elderly Program provides weatherization and updates the equipment efficiencies in the homes of our qualified low-income elderly residents to improve their health, safety, independent living, and reduce energy burden.
2. The 4U2 Program helps eligible low-income households improve their home’s energy efficiencies while reducing overall energy costs.

HOW THE PROGRAMS WORK

Below is a brief step-by-step guide to how the programs work. After reviewing these steps, please read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for each program:

Energy Sustainability for the Elderly Program FAQs

4U2 Program FAQs

For more program information, complete terms and conditions, and income guidelines, please review the applications. For additional questions, please contact RPU Customer Care at 507-280-1500 or customercare@rpu.org.