Save with winter Energy-Saving Programs!
Did you know Wright-Hennepin offers Energy-Saving Programs year-round?
Posted by Lauren Dublin on February 21, 2025
Did you know Wright-Hennepin (WH) offers Energy-Saving Programs year-round? WH’s Dual Fuel Energy-Saving Program (ESP) automatically switches your home’s heat source from the primary electric heating system to the backup heat source. The backup heat source can be used up to 12 hours per control period, for up to 400 hours per heating season. The Quick Cash Water Heating ESP offers participating members a $10 per month bill credit. The program permits your water heater to heat during off-peak hours when electrical demand is at a minimum, Monday through Friday. The system is rarely interrupted on weekends or holidays, except for system emergencies or peak conditions. Members must have a minimum 100-gallon water heater with a mixing valve to participate in this program.
What do our members like best about WH’S Dual Fuel Program? We asked Elena, one of WH’s program sales representatives.
Why should people join the Dual Fuel Program? Energy savings and the money savings are the two biggest reasons. If you have gas and electricity already, why wouldn’t you? One program requirement is that your backup heat source be thermostatically controlled. During control times, electricity to your electric heat source is turned off and your backup must automatically kick on. It’s not hard to install if you’re in a newer home. Plus, being a program member gives you a choice on your energy usage, and it’s
nice to have options.
When you talk to members, what is their favorite part about the program? The cost. It saves them money, because participating in the Dual Fuel Program means your heat is 6.5 cents, which is half the price of regular electricity. So, it’s almost half the price to heat your home. And it gives members flexibility as energy prices change, because they can heat their home using either system depending on which one is cheaper at the moment.
What surprises members most about the Dual Fuel Program? There’s nothing you have to do for it. It’s one and done since it’s thermostatically controlled. The biggest hiccup is not having a qualifying backup, but if you have it, it’s so easy. Plus, rebates are available!
What other appliances does WH offer programs for? So many! We’ve got a program for electric vehicles, air and ground source heat pumps, water heaters, and more!
Have more questions or ready to join? Just give Elena and our sales team a call at (763) 477-3000 or visit whe.org to get started today.
Members who are part of an Energy-Saving Program can save even more money on new installations of electric vehicle charging stations, water heaters, air source heat pumps, and more. Learn more and find rebate forms.
