Energy Efficiency Programs Are Expanding

Thanks in part to the The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, more and more areas of the country have rebates available for commercial lighting upgrades. These programs provide customers with incentives to upgrade inefficient lighting systems which significantly reduces the initial cost. Organizations in 42 of the states now offer rebate programs for commercial lighting.

Click here to learn more and see a map displaying the rebate climate in the US.

Rebate Programs Getting Ready for LEDs

With long life and high energy efficiency, LED is the new buzzword when customers are looking to upgrade to efficient lighting. While not a viable option in the past, the efficiency and cost of LED fixtures are now reaching more acceptable levels.

From wall washers to accent lighting in stores and restaurants, LEDs are making their way into mainstream applications. Utilities and government agencies have noticed this trend and they are starting to provide rebates for LED products.

Click here to find out how energy efficiency programs are dealing with LEDs.

Don't Miss Out On Bonus Programs

Many utilities create energy efficiency programs to help reduce electrical demand on the grid and to meet goals set by local, state, and federal governments. To meet these goals, organizations sometimes offer bonus programs to increase participation. By increasing the rebate amounts on certain products for a limited time, they're hoping to increase utilization of their programs and decrease energy usage.

Click here to learn more about bonus programs and how they can help you.

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