Small Business Solutions

Energy Savings Start Here

Whether you run a mom-and-pop retailer, a local restaurant, or a small nonprofit, SMECO can help reduce your operating costs and make your spaces more comfortable.

Our Small Business Solutions Program starts with a no-cost energy analysis and provides incentives up to 80% of the cost of retrofitting existing equipment with energy-efficient technologies.

Small Business Services

Lighting Incentive

Incentives are available for energy efficient lighting that can help reduce your energy costs. Your business can upgrade to qualifying equipment like interior lighting, exterior LED lighting, and lighting controls.

Email C&J Contractors (preferred for Charles/Prince George counties), Energy Select (preferred for Calvert/St. Mary's counties), or CS Koida (approved for all counties) to get started today.

Smart Thermostat Incentive and Installation

A smart thermostat can dramatically lower your energy usage. For just $69, our participating contractor, Chesapeake Smart Energy Solutions, will install a Honeywell T6 Pro Thermostat at your facility—a $269 value.  

And that’s just the beginning of the savings. Automated settings allow you to reduce your energy usage when the business is unoccupied, so your business can realize savings of up to 10% on your annual heating and cooling costs.* And you’ll be able to control your system from your smartphone, tablet, or computer.  

This fact sheet provides additional information about the features and benefits of smart thermostats. To get started, fill out this brief form.

*Savings compared to a conventional thermostat operating a 5-ton rooftop unit providing electric heating and cooling in a small retail environment. You may realize more or less savings based on equipment, fuel source, operating hours, and business and building type.

HVAC Tune-up

Improve the energy efficiency of your HVAC unit with this complimentary service. Benefits include reducing operating costs, increasing occupant comfort, and helping to extend the life of your unit. Direct-expansion rooftop units and split systems are eligible. Simply complete this form to get started. 

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Small Business HVAC Services

Improve the energy efficiency of your HVAC unit with this complimentary service. Benefits include reducing operating costs, increasing occupant comfort, and helping to extend the life of your unit.

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Small Business Advance

Payback made easy. Expenses of $1,000 or more may be paid back over 12 months, without interest, through your monthly SMECO bills.

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Questions?

Get answers. Call 877-818-4094 for more information.

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EmPOWER Maryland programs are funded by a charge on your energy bill. EmPOWER programs can help you reduce your energy consumption and save you money. Learn more about EmPOWER and how you can participate.