“For thousands of consumers who struggle with heating bills or need a
better heating system, Stay Warm Minnesota will help them get
information and resources,” said Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman. “Stay Warm
Minnesota is a one-stop shop for consumer information for people who need to
stay warm.”
Helpful information on the Stay
Warm Minnesota site includes financial assistance, energy
efficiency, and heating safety programs provided by the federal and state
government, private industry, nonprofits, and energy utilities. Links to
nonprofit organizations and government sites are listed, along with
publications and tips for saving energy.
For instance, information under “Finding Financial Assistance” describes
the Cold Weather Rule and how customers
can prevent having their heat turned off if they agree to and keep a payment plan
with their utility. It also tells how consumers can apply with the state’s Energy Assistance Program, their utility, and
charitable organizations to receive financial assistance to help pay their
heating bills.
The Stay Warm Minnesota web page can be accessed online at http://mn.gov/commerce/energy/topics/resources/Stay-Warm-Minnesota/.
For more information, contact the Division of Energy Resources Energy Information Center by phone (651-539-1886 or 800-657-3710) or via email at energy.info@state.mn.us.
