Business Energy Assessments
Here to help your business save.
Cape Light Compact works with different vendors to offer comprehensive assessments and programs to businesses based on the amount of electricity (kWh) used on an annual basis. Any business that uses less than 1.5 million kWh per year and has an active Eversource electric account may participate in this program. In addition, we have special offerings for tenants and non-profit agencies.
Large Commercial & Industrial (businesses using more than 1.5 million kWh per year) should call 1-800-797-6699 or email us at efficiency@capelightcompact.org.
No-Cost Small Business Comprehensive Assessments
The Small Business Program provides no-cost energy assessments that offer information on energy savings measures ranging from quick low-cost improvements to longer-term upgrades on your existing building. The resulting energy action plan indicates costs and savings related to specific energy efficiency improvements.
How It Works
- Call 1-800-797-6699 to sign up or sign up online for a no-cost energy assessment.
- The Compact’s energy specialist will reach out to determine existing conditions at your facility to help identify potential energy savings measures. The energy specialist may complete a site visit to finalize recommendations.
- You will then receive a customized proposal outlining energy efficiency recommendations.
- Recommended improvements will be installed by our qualified vendor.
Incentives
When applicable, sites will receive the following energy savings measures at no cost:
- Faucet Aerators
- Showerheads and spray valves
- Smart Strips
In addition, the following list of measures (with applicable incentives) may be assessed at the time of the assessment.
| Cape Light Compact covers up to 70% of the cost of these measures | Cape Light Compact covers up to 50% of the cost of these measures without lighting controls and up to 70% with controls | Cape Light Compact offers Prescriptive Rebates |
|---|---|---|
| Air Sealing & Insulation | LED Fixtures | Heat Pumps |
| Refrigeration Controls & Cooler Upgrades | Lighting Controls | |
| Thermostats | ||
| Vending Machine Controls | ||
| Variable Speed Drives | ||
| Pipe Insulation | ||
| Building Management Systems | ||
| HVAC System Upgrades & Controls | ||
| Pool Heaters, Covers, and Pumps | ||
| Kitchen Hood Controls | ||
| Water Saving Measures | ||
| Custom Measures |
If you have an existing refrigerator or freezer, you could receive a rebate for recycling it. Please call 877-889-4761 to schedule a pickup or sign up online.
Non-Profit Offer
Cape Light Compact recognizes that some charitable non-profit organizations may not be able to make energy efficiency improvements to buildings that they own or if they have an eligible long-term lease. All recommended measures with oil, propane or electric savings will be eligible for up to 100% incentive.
Who is Eligible?
- 501(c)(3) – Religious, Educational, Charitable, Scientific, Literary, Testing for Public Safety, to Foster National or International Amateur Sports Competition, or Prevention of Cruelty to Children or Animals Organizations
- 501(c)(8) – Fraternal Beneficiary Societies and Associations
- 501(c)(10) – Domestic Fraternal Societies and Associations
- 501(c)(19) – Post or Organization of Past or Present Members of the Armed Forces
- 501(c)(23) – Veterans Organizations
- Houses of worship
Other Requirements
- Must be in operation for at least one year
- Must provide proof of their non-profit category and status
- Must provide copy of ST-2 Certification of Exemption
Incentives
All recommended measures will be eligible for up to 100% incentive including heat pumps displacing oil, propane, or electric resistance heating.
How Does It Work?
- Submit required documentation via this online portal
- Staff will review the application and provide notification of acceptance (if applicable).
- An energy assessment will then be completed on your building to determine what energy efficiency opportunities may be available.
Renter/Landlord
Cape Light Compact recognizes that businesses that rent their place of business may not be able to make certain energy efficiency improvements without permission from their landlords. To help make these upgrades more affordable, the Compact is offering enhanced incentives (up to 100%) to eligible renters.
Who is Eligible?
- Must use less than 1,500,000 kWh annually
- Renter must be responsible for paying the heating and electricity costs
- Building owner must not be affiliated with the renter, or have a stake in the renter’s business
- Attestation Form must be signed and completed by the Building Owner (this will be coordinated by lead vendor after assessment)
Incentives
All measures except for heat pumps are eligible for up to 100% incentive. The prescriptive rebate amounts for heat pumps will be utilized.
How Does It Work?
- Call Cape Light Compact at 1-800-797-6699 to sign up for a no-cost energy assessment, or sign up online.
- An energy assessment will then be completed on your building to determine what energy efficiency opportunities may be available. Lead vendor will coordinate the signing of Attestation Form once assessment is completed and proposal has been developed.
Financing
Cape Light Compact, in conjunction with its vendor RISE Engineering, is offering a no-interest financing option to eligible small business customers (with annual usage less than 100,000 kWh), for qualifying energy-efficient lighting projects that have been recommended through an energy assessment. This financing is available through RISE Engineering and can be repaid in up to 12 monthly installments directly to RISE, in exchange for a reduced energy efficiency incentive.
How Does It Work?
- Call 1-800-797-6699 to schedule a no-cost energy assessment of your building.
- Obtain an application for financing from the energy specialist and complete application for eligibility review.
You can also check out our Commercial Frequently Asked Questions and Case Studies pages for more information.
