Powering your Business with Less Energy
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POWERING YOUR BUSINESS WITH LESS ENERGY
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WHAT IS MICHIGAN SAVES?
• Affordable financing for energy-efficiency and renewable energy – For businesses and homeowners statewide– Municipal financing under development
• Nonprofit organization • Public private partnership
– Seed funding from state and US DOE – Sustainable model to continue and grow program
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• Commercial financing ($2,000−$150,000) for energy efficiency improvements through Ervin Leasing
• Statewide • All types of businesses eligible • Below market rates • Flexible terms up to 5 years• Fast, easy process • Low fees
BUSINESS ENERGY FINANCING
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TYPICAL IMPROVEMENTS
• Lighting • HVAC • Refrigeration • Kitchen/cooking equipment • Controls and preventative
maintenance • Insulation, windows, and
doors
Photography by Marvin Shaouni
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SPECIAL OFFER FOR FOOD INDUSTRY
• Fixed 3.99% promotional rate
• Plus…businesses get $2,000 cash back if cut energy use by 20% (requires energy audit)
• Applies to:– Restaurants– Grocery and convenience
stores – Food wholesalers
Photography by Marvin Shaouni
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HOW IT WORKS – EASY AS 1-2-3
1. Find an authorized contractor at www.MichiganSaves.org and identify energy-saving upgrades.
2. Apply for financing through Ervin Leasing and sign financing agreement.
3. Contractor installs upgrades and gets paid by Ervin Leasing after work is completed.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
• For businesses interested in financing or contractors, contact Michigan Saves and we'll walk you through the process.
• Todd O'Grady, Michigan Saves Program Coordinator 734-494-2126 or [email protected]
• Or fill out a short form online at www.MichiganSaves.org