Bluestem Electric Cooperative customers, Kansas · Rebate
Bluestem Electric Cooperative Heat Pump and Water Heater Rebates
Run by Bluestem Electric Cooperative
Bluestem Electric members get $100 to $200 per ton for an ENERGY STAR air source heat pump, $125 per half-ton for a ground source heat pump, and $100 ($150 for a lifetime model) for an electric water heater.
Amounts
How much you get
Air source heat pump: $100 per ton (14.5 SEER), $150 per ton (16.0 SEER) or $200 per ton (17.0 SEER and above). The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| 14.5 SEER, per tonAir source heat pump | $100 |
| 16.0 SEER, per tonAir source heat pump | $150 |
| 17.0 SEER and above, per tonAir source heat pump | $200 |
| Per half-tonGround source heat pump | $125 |
| Standard electric water heater | $100 |
| Lifetime electric water heater | $150 |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 3 of these.
For Bluestem Electric Cooperative members; the water heater must be permanently installed on Bluestem's system.
Equipment must meet Bluestem's qualifying requirements; on-demand (tankless) water heaters don't qualify.
What to doChoose an ENERGY STAR air source heat pump with at least 14.5 SEER and 8.2 HSPF, a ground source heat pump of 2 tons or more meeting the COP and EER minimums, or an electric tank water heater of 40 gallons or more (5,500 watts max) with a safety pressure relief valve. See what equipment counts
Water heater rebate recipients must agree to let Bluestem install a load control device if asked.
Equipment
What equipment counts
The program sets these minimums.
ENERGY STAR certified; minimum 14.5 SEER and 8.2 HSPF; no minimum size.
Minimum 2 tons; COP 3.3 and EER 14.1.
Minimum 2 tons; COP 3.6 and EER 16.2.
At least 40 gallons, at most 5,500 watts connected, safety pressure relief valve; tankless not eligible.
Applying
How to apply
Follow these steps.
- Buy and install qualifying equipment.
Keep proof of purchase.
- Contact Bluestem to have a representative certify the installation.
- Receive a check made out to the member.
Forms and instructionsContact Us - Bluestem Electric Cooperative
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Bluestem Electric Cooperative Heat Pump and Water Heater Rebates pay?
$100 to $200, depending on what you install. The table under How much you get lists each amount.
Do I need to be a Bluestem Electric Cooperative customer?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Bluestem Electric Cooperative customers, Kansas. See Do I qualify for the details.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 28, 2026.
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