GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS

ENERGY-EFFICIENT HEATING & COOLING FOR YOUR HOME

Ground source heat pumps are efficient and environmentally friendly. They can reduce your electric heating costs by up to 60%, protect you from the impacts of future heating costs, and help you save for years to come.

A ground source heat pump circulates fluid through a loop of pipes buried underground. In heating mode, the fluid absorbs heat from the earth, which stays at a stable temperature regardless of the temperature above ground. In summer, the process is reversed, redistributing heat back into the ground.

We offer financial support to make your upgrade to a ground source heat pump easier and more affordable.

Qualifying homeowners can install a ground source heat pump with no upfront cost* and an interest-free monthly payment of $75 for 15 years (total cost of $13,500).

*Upgrades required to your home’s equipment due to the ground source heat pump installation may require upfront payment to your contractor. Projects exceeding $38,000 will require an upfront contribution.

This enhanced offer is an initiative of the Affordable Home Energy Program.

DOES YOUR PROJECT QUALIFY?

For retrofits, your heat pump is replacing an existing electric furnace/boiler, electric baseboards, or natural gas heating system. Homeowners who are converting from fuel oil are also eligible for incentives.
Your heat pump is being installed in a residential property. New homes are eligible.
Your contractor is registered with Efficiency Manitoba. Our registered ground source heat pump contractors are active members of the Manitoba Geothermal Energy Alliance.
Your heat pump is being installed in your primary (not seasonal) residence.

Read the terms and conditions for full eligibility requirements. You can also check out our program guide for more information.

STEPS TO PARTICIPATE

CONTACT A REGISTERED CONTRACTOR

Find out if your project is eligible, then choose a registered contractor. We recommend browsing our list of registered contractors, getting several quotes, and checking references before making your choice. Once you’ve chosen a contractor, they’ll lead you through the application process and apply on your behalf. You’ll need to agree to the terms and conditions at this time.
GET APPROVAL FOR YOUR PROJECT

We’ll send you an email approving your project and from there, you’ll have one year to install your ground source heat pump. Be sure to wait for approval before starting any work.
COMPLETE YOUR PROJECT & SIGN YOUR COMPLETION DECLARATION

Once your heat pump is installed and operational, you and your contractor will sign a completion declaration and submit all applicable permits and invoices. We’ll review these documents and then pay your contractor.
CHECK YOUR MONTHLY ENERGY BILL

We’ll set up your monthly $75 payment on your Manitoba Hydro energy bill.

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