These meters represent the amount of incentive dollar savings already active for the 2023 large business program year. We already have 52% of the active electric savings goal and 54% of thenatural gas savings goal. Solid numbers heading into spring. Get your pre-application in today!
Bonus Updates
Missed 2022 Application Bonus Expires June 1, 2023
We are offering a 20% bonus to Trade Allies and contractors when you submit a missed 2022 application. The 20% is calculated from the final paid incentive amount. Details are as follows:
Applies to both electric and/or natural gas measures
There is a $20,000/project cap on this Missed 2022 Application Bonus
No minimum incentive amount
Must opt-in, opt-in form must be submitted with the final application
The completed final application and signed opt-in form has to be submitted to the PO Box no later than by 11:59 PM May 31, 2023 to qualify.
Contact your Energy Advisor for more details
Early Completion Bonus
During the Trade Ally Rollout, we announced an Early Completion Bonus, see the chart below. Starting Dec. 12, any new pre-application (or final, if a pre-application is not required) over $10,000 can opt-in for this Bonus.
For the full Bonus rules, details, and opt-in form connect with your Energy Advisor or click below.
We currently have four active bonuses, click the chart below to see in detail or speak with your Energy Advisor.
Monthly Highlight
Selling Energy Training: Selling Virtually
Tuesday, May 16 | Lansing
As more customers prefer remote interactions over in-person meetings, the need to learn virtual selling techniques is more urgent than ever.
The new Selling Energy Virtual Selling Training is optimized for busy energy professionals: a full-day in-person workshop; six 60-minute “highlights” webinars; online/on-demand resources; and ongoing live/virtual coaching with Mark Jewell.
In this program attendees will learn:
How using video helps advance sales and marketing efforts with both existing and new customers.
How to craft powerful video content by leveraging Selling Energy’s field-proven approaches.
This $2,000 per seat training will be made FREE by Consumers Energy to their Business Energy Efficiency Trade Allies. Plus, attendees who complete the entire course (in-person training, six video trainings, and personalized Mark Jewell training) will be eligible for 20,000Trade Ally Rewards points.
We offer more than just lighting rebates! Is your customer upgrading to a more energy-efficient commercial kitchen? See our Food Service brochure for rebate details. Replacing HVAC equipment? We can help! We have a variety of rebates available with no application required. Check out our most popular measures.
If the distributor you purchase energy-efficient products from is not enrolled in the program, let us know. We can assist them with signing up and getting you your instant discount.
The Program is seeking new Lighting, HVAC, Agriculture, and Food Service distributors. Email referrals to BusinessInstantDiscount@cmsenergy.com.
Click below to check out our full range of Business Instant Discount rebates:
Mark your calendars for our complimentary Small Business Refrigeration Training on May 11 from 10 AM to Noon. This training at our Okemos training center will focus on refrigeration measures that will help increase your sales.
Topics of discussion include:
Selling refrigeration measures to increase your sales.
How EC motors and controls function.
Ease of installing EC motors and controls.
Refrigeration measures such as anti-sweat heater controls, strip curtains and night covers, and how they work together for further savings and maximize your earning potential.
Reminder – your incentive payments can be sent to you via EFT, please reach out to your energy advisor and stop waiting to receive your incentive checks in the mail.
Database refreshers are always available to you and your staff, reach out to Mike Olsen to schedule.
The Going PRO Talent Fund awards funds to employers for training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees.
An ILC brings together two or more employers, education and training institutions, workforce development organizations and other applicable partners to formulate training and education solutions to fill identified talent gaps. Successful ILCs solve a common or shared workforce problem.
Leverage the power of collaboration to increase your competitiveness while creating, training and filling in-demand jobs.
Consumers Energy Business Energy Efficiency Program's current marketing campaign is directed at K-12 schools. The message suggests upgrades such as HVAC, lighting controls and VFD's. Sustainability Managers, Facilities Managers and CFOs at 651 Education facilities will receive a postcard and will be targeted with digital ads through June as part of this campaign.
Connect with your energy advisor for more information.
Upcoming Trainings
Trade Ally and Contractor Orientation Training 2023
Thursday, May 4 | Gaylord
In-person at:
University Center Gaylord 80 Livingston Boulevard
Gaylord, MI 49735
What Is This Training About?
Overview of the Consumers Energy Business Energy Efficiency Program.
Guides you through the whole process of filling out and submitting a project rebate application.
Introduces all the Consumers Energy resources available for your business to generate more projects.
Who Are These Training Sessions For?
New Trade Allies.
Contractors seeking more information about elevating to Trade Ally status.
Any current Trade Ally who needs to meet their annual training requirement.
Any current Trade Allies or contractors with new staff members who have not previously taken the training.
Consumers Energy Business Energy Efficiency Programs Office 3965 Okemos Rd
Okemos, MI 48864
Get trained on small business refrigeration measures to increase your sales.
Topics of Discussion:
Selling refrigeration measures to increase your sales.
How EC motors and controls function.
Ease of installing EC motors and controls.
2023 Consumers Energy Small Business Energy Efficiency Program rebates.
Refrigeration measures such as anti-sweat heater controls, strip curtains, and night covers, and how they work together for further savings and maximize your earning potential.
What Are the Details?
Check-in/Continental style breakfast beginning at 9:30 AM.
The session goes from 10 AM to Noon.
About the Trainer:
Bruce Malwitz is President of GreenWize Energy Solutions, a manufacturer and distributor of energy-efficient commercial refrigeration equipment. Bruce has been in the commercial refrigeration efficiency industry for 24 years. In 2006, he became a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) through the Association of Energy Engineers. In addition to inventing and improving several commercial refrigeration technologies, Bruce holds the patent on two motor/fan controls.
This two-day online course introduces technologies to help building personnel better manage their energy use, reduce electrical demand, and maintain or even improve the comfort of building occupants. While geared toward building operators, trade allies may find real value in understanding the needs facing potential customers. Topics covered include how to screen buildings to assess enhanced automation (EA) potential, lighting and HVAC technologies and control strategies, energy management and information systems, as well as EA implementation strategies. Upon completion, students will understand the complexities of enhanced automation and the role of the building operator in making EA really work in facilities. The cost for this day of training is normally approximately $250, yet as a service to our trade allies it is entirely underwritten by Consumers Energy.
