Technology companies and data centers have energy-intensive operations that can realize big savings and fast paybacks from energy-saving investments.
We help you tap the power of energy efficiency and renewable energy with expert advice, resources and energy-saving programs tailored to your needs.
Overview
Data center energy use is growing rapidly as servers become more robust and energy intensive1. Though small on-premise data centers house the majority of servers, the general trend is toward consolidation into increasingly larger facilities. With more servers being packed into tight spaces, energy use for cooling is increasing. While today’s data centers are highly optimized systems compared with early server rooms, considerable efficiency and conservation opportunities still exist in most facilities. Renewable energy systems, like solar PV or solar hot water, are cutting-edge technologies that can lower and stabilize your energy costs and help you achieve important environmental objectives.
1Source: ENERGY STAR®
How We Help
Your Connecticut data center or technology firm can take advantage of a number of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs funded through the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund and the Clean Energy Finance and Investment Authority. You can benefit from cash incentives and attractive financing options like Commercial-PACE and from full-service energy efficiency programs like Small Business Energy Advantage.
To find smart energy options that are right for you, please visit our Find a Solution page, or see a list of popular choices below.
POPULAR CHOICES:
Commercial Multi-Service Solutions
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Energy Opportunities
Energy experts help you minimize energy costs. Upgrade inefficient, functioning lighting, HVAC, chillers, motors, controls, water heaters and commercial cooking equipment to high-efficiency alternatives and get incentives of up to 40 percent of installed costs, “Express rebates” for common equipment and zero- or low-interest rate financing.
Financial incentives and low-interest financing for replacing inefficient equipment....
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Small Business Energy Advantage
Utility-authorized contractors perform a no-cost, no-obligation energy assessment (audit) of your facility’s lighting, HVAC and refrigeration systems. Customized recommendations show energy and money saved by upgrading to energy-efficient equipment. Saving is easy with installation managed by the contractor, incentives, and low-interest on-bill payment plans.
Free energy assessments, financial incentives and low-interest financing for small businesses...
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Energy Conscious Blueprint
Design energy-efficient electric and natural gas efficiency into your building with technical assistance and financial incentives for energy-efficient lighting, HVAC, building envelopes, refrigeration, water heating, process equipment, and whole-building performance. Find out about Sustainable Office Design and becoming an Energy Modeling Partner.
Financial incentives to help design and build for energy efficiency....
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Operations and Maintenance
Realize lasting benefits. Financial and technical assistance is provided to improve your facility’s electrical and thermal efficiency through operational changes and repairs rather than capital investments.
Financial and technical assistance to improve the efficiency of electrical and gas equipment....
Rebates and Instant Discounts
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Express Service and Instant Lighting Rebates
ENERGY STAR®- certified commercial light fixtures use up to 75 percent less energy and last 10-50 times longer than incandescent lighting. Participating distributors offer instant rebates $5 to $180 per qualified energy-saving light fixture.
Fast and convenient rebates of $2 to $200 per qualified energy-saving light fixture....
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Cool Choice Rebate
Install a qualifying high-efficiency air conditioning or heat pump systems and get a rebate of $85 to $150 per ton. Save electricity and cut energy costs in your business!
Cash in on cool savings with rebates of $85 to $150 per ton for high-efficiency HVAC a$750 per unit ...
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Natural Gas Heating Equipment Rebate
High-efficiency natural gas furnaces and boilers can achieve an AFUE or thermal efficiency of up to 98 percent, compared to 70-80 percent with conventional equipment. Save even more with rebates of up to $850 per qualifying unit.
Rebates of up to $1,500 per unit for qualifying high-efficiency natural gas heating and water heatin...
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Natural Gas Infrared Heater Rebate
Reduce heating needed to maintain comfortable temperatures by 15 percent with low-intensity natural gas infrared heaters. Energy-efficient qualifying units are eligible for rebates of $500 to $850.
Rebates of $500 to $850 for qualifying energy-efficient natural gas infrared heaters....
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Natural Gas Water Heating Rebate
Commercial water heaters can account for about 16 percent of the total energy load in food service and health care facilities and more than 30 percent in hotels. Upgrade to a higher-efficiency water heater for recognizable energy savings and receive incentives of up to $5.00 / Input MBH.
Rebates for high-efficiency storage or on-demand natural gas water heating equipment....
Financing
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C-PACE
With Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE), you can increase your bottom line while lowering your energy costs.
Affordable Financing for Energy Projects...
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Low-Interest Loans for Commercial & Industrial Customers
Loans ranging from $2,000 to $1 million for Commercial & Industrial Customers to upgrade or replace existing electrical or gas equipment with qualifying high-efficiency electrical or gas equipment. Subsidized low-interest financing offered on the first $100,000 of the loan. Repayment terms up to 60 months.
Low-interest electric & natural gas energy efficiency loans with up to 5 years to pay....
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C&LM Financing-Small Businesses & Municipalities
Small businesses and municipalities may qualify for interest-free loans for up to $100,000 for energy-efficient improvements. Utilize on-bill payment options with repayment terms up to four years.
Interest-free loans for up to $100,000 for energy-saving and demand-reducing projects....
Other
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Business Sustainability Commitment
Improve your strategic energy management practices and investments while meeting your long-term economic, environmental, and social sustainability objectives with training and education provided through the Sustainability Challenge. Get a handle on sustainability and become more competitive.
Get a handle on sustainability and become more competitive....
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Retro-Commissioning
Retro-commissioning allows you to improve your building systems so they operate efficiently, effectively, and reliably over time. Get off to a smooth start with financial incentives and technical advice.
Technical and financial incentives help optimize your building’s operations and maintenance....
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