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Small Business Direct Install (Energy Efficiency Grants) is a grant from Mass Save and Massachusetts utility companies that funds energy efficiency upgrades for small commercial businesses across Massachusetts. The program provides no-cost professional energy assessments and cost-sharing grants to help small businesses upgrade lighting, refrigeration, HVAC systems, and other equipment, reducing energy bills and environmental impact.
Eligible applicants are small commercial businesses in Massachusetts using less than 1. 5 million kWh annually in electricity or less than 40,000 therms in natural gas. Project awards vary, typically ranging from $1,000 to $50,000, with no fixed application deadline.
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Small Business Assessments | Business | Mass Save Small Business Assessments Get no-cost professional guidance to identify the biggest energy-saving opportunities for your business. Back to Energy Assessments & Technical Assistance The Sponsors of Mass Save offer no-cost in-person energy assessments for small businesses using less than 1. 5 million kWh in annual electric usage or less than 40,000 therms annually on natural gas bills.
Our energy specialists will visit the location to help businesses identify opportunities that can: Save money on overhead costs Boost the comfort of your customers and employees Recommended upgrades may include air sealing & weatherization, HVAC system upgrades, lighting system upgrades and more, paid for up to 70 percent by your Sponsor. Small business renters, landlords and non-profits may be eligible for enhanced incentives.
Learn more by visiting the pages below: Small business renters and landlords Fill out the form above or contact your Sponsor to schedule a no-cost energy assessment. If you are interested in learning more about electrification opportunities, schedule a Heat Pump Consultation . A qualified energy specialist will conduct an in-person assessment of your building, identifying potential energy-saving measures.
Your business will receive a customized Energy Savings Proposal detailing energy efficiency recommendations. Recommended energy efficiency measures will be installed by our qualified vendor. The following is a list of potential energy-saving measures and opportunities that may be identified during an assessment.
The energy specialist will also inform you of incentives available to your business by the Sponsors on these measures.
Systems Upgrades & Controls (including Controls & Cooler Upgrades System Upgrades & Controls (including heat pumps) Custom Energy Efficiency Measures High-Efficiency Water Heating Energy Efficiency Measures Case Study: High Point Treatment Center High Point Treatment Center was founded more than 25 years ago when a group of people who were in recovery from substance use disorders saw a need for addiction treatment in southeastern Massachusetts.
As a sustainably responsible organization, not only would they find ways to reduce energy usage, but they would also create a safer and healthier environment for patients.
Case Study: CrossFit Charlton Seeing an opportunity to bring a new exercise approach to help members of the community achieve their fitness goals, CrossFit Charlton partnered with National Grid, a Sponsor of Mass Save to get a no-cost energy assessment and explore ways they could save on energy usage.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Small commercial businesses in Massachusetts. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies by project ($1,000 - $50,000) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
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