Get Incentives for Small Businesses
Small Business Direct Install (SBDI) Incentives help small business owners offset the cost of optimizing their building’s efficiency and energy use. Cleaner, greener and more-cost effective alternatives are now possible with these valuable rebates.
Energy-saving Projects
Choose from a list of energy-saving projects that include:
- HVAC
- VFDs
- Refrigeration
- Cooking equipment
- Interior/exterior lighting
- Occupancy sensors
How do I get started?
Start your energy-saving journey by scheduling a free, on-site evaluation by I&M Energy Managers or contacting a trusted Trade Ally through our Find a Trade Ally Directory. Once you’ve completed your assessment, who will guide you through the following steps:
- Contact us to determine if you qualify.
- Schedule a free on-site energy assessment with your Trade Ally.
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Have your Trade Ally install and complete the approved upgrade.
- Have your Trade Ally submit an application within 30 days of project completion, or the program deadline.
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- Must be an I&M commercial customer.
- Monthly energy demand must be less than 150kW per site.
- Installation must be done by an I&M-approved Trade Ally offering SBDI services.
- Lighting fixtures must be DLC or Energy Star certified, for proven energy savings.
Applications must be received by December 15, 2026 to complete SBDI projects. Applications received after this date will be processed at 2027 incentive levels.
$3,000 per site or $21,000 per company across multiple sites per program year. Funds are limited and paid on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes. Our qualified Trade Allies will do free on-site energy assessments. Contact a Trade Ally to schedule an appointment.
Incentives can be mailed to the company designated on the Completion Form of the application. This can be the customer or the contractor/Trade Ally. Incentives are mailed within 4-6 weeks after final documentation is received.
Please contact us for rebate status.
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Product offerings and rebates are subject to change without notice. See the specific rebate application for Terms & Conditions.