Small Business Incentives

With financial incentives that can cover up to 80% of total project costs, Delmarva Power’s Small Business program helps make energy efficiency more affordable. Whether you’re looking for a small change or a complete overhaul, we can help you design the perfect project based on your business’s specific needs.

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Get a better understanding of your energy use with a Quick Energy Check-up and receive up to $250 worth of energy-efficient upgrades at no additional cost.

Complimentary upgrades may include:

  • Turning on electronic devices’ energy-saving features
  • Installing signs to turn off lights when not in use
  • Setting water heater thermostats to an appropriate, energy-saving temperature*
  • Installing timers on water coolers
  • Insulating exposed water heater and refrigerant pipes
  • Replacing worn weather stripping on exterior doors
  • Reducing air infiltration using caulk and spray foam

Your Service Provider will install up to $250 worth of these improvements at no cost to you. As the customer, you’ll need to give consent before installation.

Ready for a Quick Energy Check-up? Contact us today.

Phone: 1-866-353-5799 
Email: delmarvabusiness@icf.com

Questions? Contact our program staff at 1-866-353-5799 for guidance on what equipment will fit your needs.


*If dishwashing is not a factor.


Get brighter lighting for your business while saving energy and money every month.

Whether you are upgrading existing fixtures, or considering more innovative lighting technologies or controls, our financial incentives include a wide range of energy-efficient LED lighting options.

LED bulbs can use up to 90% less electricity than other lighting. Contact a lighting Service Provider to get started today.
 

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Questions? Contact our program staff at 1-866-353-5799 for guidance on what equipment will fit your needs.


With energy-efficient HVAC units, you don’t have to choose between being comfortable or saving money on your electric bill.

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems have a major impact on energy use. Our program helps cover the cost of new air conditioners, heaters, and other HVAC equipment that will use less electricity than standard HVAC options. Contact an HVAC Service Provider today to get started.
 

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Questions? Contact our program staff at 1-866-353-5799 for guidance on what equipment will fit your needs.


Commonly used on fans and water pumps, VFDs control motor speed to enhance system control and efficiency while reducing energy use. Contact a HVAC Service Provider today to learn more.
 

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Get new, energy-efficient equipment for as little as 30% of the total project cost. We offer incentives for installing energy-efficient commercial heat pumps, water heaters, clothes washers, and dehumidifiers.

Upgrading to energy-efficient equipment can also reduce your electric bill for years to come. Contact a Commercial Appliance Service Provider to get started.
 

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We cover up to 80% of the total cost for electrical controls. These controls can help you save money and energy by automatically turning off lights and equipment when they’re not in use. Let a Service Provider help get you started.

Examples of specialized controls include:

  • Advanced power strips
  • Personal occupancy controls
  • Hotel room HVAC and receptacle controls

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We offer incentives for a wide range of energy-efficient refrigerators, freezers, and other commercial kitchen equipment. For refrigerator units, installing energy-efficient equipment and controls on existing or new equipment can help you reduce energy costs and enhance equipment reliability.

Incentives are available for:

  • Anti-sweat heat controls for cooler and freezer doors
  • Reach-in door closers for coolers and freezers
  • Strip curtains for walk-in coolers and freezers
  • ECM evaporative fan motors for walk-in and display coolers and freezers
  • Residential refrigerators
  • Solid and glass door reach-in refrigerators and freezers
  • Steam cookers
  • Griddles
  • Convection and combination ovens
  • Low- and high-temperature commercial dishwashers
  • Low-flow pre-rinse valves for automatic dishwashers
  • Cube, nugget, and flake ice machines
  • Water coolers

Contact a Service Provider to get started on your commercial kitchen equipment project.
 

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Questions? Contact our program staff at 1-866-353-5799 for guidance on what equipment will fit your needs.

 

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