SMECO- Small Business/Non-Profit Solutions
Quick Summary
If you run a small business or nonprofit in SMECO's service territory, you can get a no-cost energy assessment and rebates covering up to 80% of retrofit costs for lighting, refrigeration, smart thermostats, and HVAC improvements. For projects costing $500 or more, you can spread payments interest-free over 12 months; contact an approved contractor from SMECO's list or call 866-235-6044 to determine your eligibility (you must have average demand of 85 kilowatts or less over 12 months).
AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026
Program Details
- Program ID
- 5696
- Last Updated
- 8/1/2024
Eligibility
Program Summary
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) offers Small Business Solutions program, which provides incentives up to 80% of the cost of retrofit projects for qualified small business and non-profit institutions. Range of prescriptive incentives is available for lighting, vending machine controls, refrigeration, water heating, and others. To be eligible for the program the customer should be located within the SMECO service territory with rate codes 401, 402, and 403.
The program uses approved contractors based on geographical area who will perform onsite energy assessment, recommend upgrades, and arrange installation on behalf of SMECO. The list of approved contractors is available on the program website.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.