Energy Savings
Use this city guide to compare ways to lower bills, from immediate assistance to longer-term savings options.
Start here
If bills are heavy right now, that is real. Use this page to choose the fastest win first, then stack additional programs over time.
Estimated yearly savings range: $180 - $420
Savings are estimates and may vary by usage, utility terms, and project availability.
Community solar can apply credits to your electric bill. We will check if your utility has active local routing.
Estimated yearly relief: $162 - $882
Many families qualify for help through assistance programs and utility hardship support. If you are behind, start here first.
Ask about LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program), arrears support, and shutoff protection in your area.
Get the checklistEstimated yearly fees avoided: $45 - $336
Ask your utility about level billing and payment arrangements. This can help stabilize monthly cash flow while you apply for other programs.
What to ask your utilityEstimated yearly usage savings: $90 - $588
Small home upgrades can reduce usage over time. Income-qualified programs may help cover insulation, sealing, or heating improvements.
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Why we ask
We collect only the minimum details needed to match programs. You can skip optional questions, but results may be more general.
Domo.FYI does not sell assistance applications. We focus on clear guidance so you can choose what fits your household.
Option 1: community solar
Estimated yearly savings range: $180 - $420
Savings are not guaranteed and may vary by utility rules and usage.
Community solar lets you subscribe to a shared local project and receive bill credits. It can work for renters and homeowners when local utility routing is active.
Saint Paul is currently in a mapped territory for Xcel Energy Minnesota with active community solar routing.
Note: Estimated range based on program and utility assumptions. Actual savings vary by usage and credit allocation.
Local context
Utilities in our database for Saint Paul, MN: Xcel Energy Minnesota.
If money is tight, you are not alone. We keep the steps kind and practical, and you can stop at any time.
These options come from our local utility routing database. Choose one and continue with guided eligibility.
Xcel Energy Minnesota
Coverage match: 83%
Ready to check eligibility
Support for income-qualified households
Eligibility may include income-qualified assistance programs or household income thresholds depending on program rules.
Have ZIP code and utility bill ready when starting enrollment.
A kind next step
We will guide you in plain language. You can stop at any time. No pressure, no confusing steps.
Check eligibilityOption 2
Estimated yearly relief: $162 - $882
Ask your utility about available hardship support and LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program). A short call can open practical options for your household.
Tip: if you do not have all details, start anyway. Utilities can often look it up with your address.
Option 3
Estimated yearly fees avoided: $45 - $336
This is often the fastest stability option when cash flow is tight. Ask for budget billing (level payments) or a payment arrangement that fits your household.
"Hi, my electric bill has been hard to manage. Can you help me set up budget billing or a payment plan, and tell me about any discount programs available for my household?"
Option 4
Estimated yearly usage savings: $90 - $588
Community solar can help on the bill side. Efficiency helps on the usage side. If you can only do one thing this week, pick the fastest win first.
Weatherstrip doors, seal obvious gaps, and close unused vents.
Wash clothes cold, shorten showers, and fix dripping faucets.
Swap the most-used bulbs to LED first. Start with the kitchen and living room.
If you rent, ask your landlord about insulation, window seals, and heating system maintenance. Many programs can still help renters through weatherization channels.
Yes, we currently have mapped utility coverage and active routing in Saint Paul.
No. Community solar subscriptions do not require rooftop installation.
Savings are shown as an estimated annual range. Exact savings depend on usage and program terms.
Domo.FYI is not a government agency. We are an information site that helps you find programs.
Program rules and funding can change. Confirm details with the program or your utility.
We cannot guarantee approval, but we help you find your best options.
We never ask for your bank login or payment to apply for assistance.
Some enrollment links may earn Domo.FYI a referral fee. It does not increase your price.
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