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Consumers Energy (Electric) - Commercial Energy Efficiency Program

Program Overview


Category:
Financial Incentive
Program Type:
Rebate Program
Implementing Sector:
Utility
State:
Michigan
Eligible Storage Technologies:
Geothermal Heat Pumps, Clothes Washers, Dishwasher, Equipment Insulation, Lighting, Lighting Controls/Sensors, Chillers, Heat pumps, Air conditioners, Compressed air, Programmable Thermostats, Energy Mgmt. Systems/Building Controls, Windows, Motors, Motor VFDs, Processing and Manufacturing Equipment, Custom/Others pending approval, Other EE, Tankless Water Heater, Commercial Refrigeration Equipment
Website:
https://www.consumersenergy.com/business/energy-efficiency/rebates-and-programs
Incentive Amount:
Custom: $0.08/kWh saved

Building Envelope & Insulation
Wall Insulation: $0.60/sq. ft.
Attic Roof Insulation: $0.30/sq. ft.
Flat Roof Insulation: Up to $0.16/sq. ft.
Window Reduction: $0.75/sq. ft.
Window Film: $0.40/sq. ft.
Window Awning: $0.25/sq. ft.
High Performance Glazing in Windows: $0.25/sq. ft.
Cool Roof: $0.02/sq. ft.
Automatic High Speed Doors: Up to $150/sq. ft.
Domestic Hot Water: $0.50 - $1/sq. ft.

HVAC & Mechanical
AC/Heat Pump Systems: $30 - $40/ton
Computer Room Air Conditioning: $20/MBH
Computer Room Air Conditioning Glycol Economizer: Up to $60/MBH
Air-Cooled Chiller: $13/ton
Water-Cooled Chiller: $20/ton
Laboratory Fume-Hood Ventilation Reduction: Up to $1.40/CFM
Enthalpy Wheel Energy Recovery Unit: $0.40/CFM
Fixed-Plate Energy Recovery Unit: $0.35/CFM
Dust Collector Air Exhaust Recovery Unit: $1.50/CFM
Web-Based Building Automation Systems: Up to $0.45/sq. ft.
Hydronic HVAC Pump Control: $80/HP
Critical Zone Supply Air Reset Control: $20/ton
Air-Side Economizer: $15/ton
Optimal Start/Stop on Air Handling Units: Up to $0.10/sq. ft.
Occupancy Sensor Control for HVAC Systems: Up to $0.09/sq. ft.
Chilled Water Reset Retrofit: Up to $0.08/sq. ft.
Demand Control Ventilation: Up to $0.08/sq. ft.
Hotel Guestroom Occupancy Sensor: $65
Auto Sash Closer: Up to $80/ln. ft.
Reduced/Optimized Air Exchange Per Hour Rate: Up to $2.75/CFM reduced
Sash Stops: $25/ln. ft.
Occupancy Sensor with VAV Hood: Up to $60/ln. ft.
Low Flow Hood with VAV Hood: Up to $60/ln. ft.
Domestic Water Heater Tune-Up: Up to $350/boiler
Air and Water-Cooled Chiller Tune-Up: Up to $7,500/chiller
Steam Trap Repair/Replacement: $175/trap

Kitchen, Refrigeration & Laundry
Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Control: $1/CFM
LED Lighting for Refrigeration Casees: $10/ln. ft.
Occupancy Sensors for LED Refrigeration Lighting: $15/door
Refrigeration Light Reduction: Up to $0.18/watt reduced
Anti-Sweat Heater controls: $75/door
Evaporator Fan Demand Control: Up to $120/controller
Floated Head Pressure Control: Up to $100/ton
Refrigerator Case ECM: $70/unit
Walk-In ECM Replacing non-ECM: $100/unit
Walk-In Cooler Evaporator Motor Reduction: $250/motor removed
Reach-In Refrigerated Case Doors: Up to $120/ln. ft.
No Heat Reach-In Case Doors: Up to $150/door
Cooler/Freezer Strip Curtains: $6 - $9/sq. ft.
Door Gasket Seals: $2/ln. ft.
Laundry Ozone Generation System: $40/lb

Lighting: Varies
Maximum Incentive:
See program website for details
Equipment Requirements:
See program website for details
Installation Requirements:
Project savings must be sustainable for a period of five years or for the life of the product, whichever is less
Applicable Sectors:
Commercial, Industrial, Local Government, Nonprofit, State Government, Federal Government, Multifamily Residential
Utility:
Consumers Energy Co
Last Updated:
06/13/2019

Eligibility Criteria

EligibilitySectorsTechnologies
$/kWh0.0800
Commercial
Industrial
Local Government
Nonprofit
State Government
Federal Government
Multifamily Residential
Custom/Others pending approval

Summary

Passage of the Clean, Renewable and Energy Efficiency Act of 2008 paved the way for the Consumers Energy Business Solutions Program to provide incentives for customers who upgrade facilities with energy efficient equipment. This incentive program is available to all customers who receive electric delivery service from Consumers Energy. Common areas of multi-family or mixed-use buildings are eligible if on an eligible rate schedule.

Prescriptive incentives are available for energy efficiency equipment upgrades and are paid based on the quantity, size and efficiency of the equipment. Custom incentives are available to customers for more complex energy saving measures and must have a payback period of between 1 and 10 years. Custom incentives are paid based on the first-year energy (kWh or MCF) savings, and are eligible for both gas and electricity rebate amounts. Other Consumers Energy incentives are available through the Small Commercial Direct Install, New Construction, Pilot, Michigan Saves and Self Direct Programs. Additionally, a bonus incentive of 15% may be available to customers who purchase equipment manufactured in Michigan. Contact Consumers Energy for additional information on these electric or natural gas programs.