Looking for ways to make your community more energy efficient? Look no further! No matter the size of your multifamily community, we can help you save energy and reduce costs. Explore programs, incentives, and resources designed to make energy-efficient upgrades easier and more affordable.By participating in these programs, your community can:Reduce energy costsReduce maintenance costsImprove comfort and safety for building tenantsOptimize climate controlFor communities that use less than 300kW Multifamily Direct Install and Engineered Solutions Programs - accordion 1 Direct Install Program Information Our Direct Install program is designed to support communities looking to make comprehensive energy efficiency upgrades. It starts with a no-cost, on-site energy assessment to identify opportunities for savings and recommend high-efficiency equipment replacements. This program does not include in-unit upgrades, only common area improvements. Direct Install Eligibility The Direct Install – Multifamily program is for multifamily properties with 3+ units and an average energy demand of no more than 300 kW per month and 40,000 therms per year.To get started just contact one of our authorized Trade Allies. They will complete a no-cost, on-site energy assessment and provide customized recommendations with detailed cost estimates for ways to reduce your energy costs through energy efficiency upgrades. To ensure a positive experience, your authorized Trade Ally will install all upgrades for you, and Atlantic City Electric will contribute up to 80% of the upgrade costs.Participation with a DI Trade Ally is a program requirement. To learn more about our Trade Ally Network, please see below.What is the DI Program Trade Ally Network?The Atlantic City Electric Trade Ally Network is an exclusive network of approved contractors who are experts in their field and have been vetted by the program team. Our Trade Allies can provide sound advice on energy-saving investments, install energy-saving equipment, assist in applying for financial incentives, and help guide participants through the process to ensure everything goes smoothly. For communities that use more than 300kW Multifamily Direct Install and Engineered Solutions Programs - accordion 2 Engineered Solutions Program Information Our Multifamily Engineered Solutions program provides technical expertise, project management, and financial incentives to help multifamily customers implement comprehensive energy efficiency upgrades across their building systems that can result in as much as 30% in energy savings. This program can cover both in-unit and common area equipment.To support your efficiency projects, our energy experts may provide:A comprehensive energy audit (100% incentivized for Tier 1 projects)Engineering designScope of work and equipment specificationsConstruction execution services and installationEquipment and system commissioningMeasurement and verification servicesThe Engineered Solutions program offers two tiers of tailored energy efficiency support for multifamily customers undertaking large-scale projects:Tier 1 provides comprehensive, trade ally-led audits and project guidance from start to finish. Incentives are determined by a six-year buydown on the project payback to no less than three years, and customers can repay remaining costs through a financing plan offered by the National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF).Tier 2 offers a more flexible approach, allowing customers to use a trade ally or consultant of their choice and permits acceptance into the program even after the audit or design has been completed. This tier offers up to 80% of the project cost for income-eligible multifamily customers. The incentive is calculated based on the energy savings, and customers can repay remaining costs through a financing plan offered by NEIF. Engineered Solutions Eligibility This program is open to multifamily customers, and recommended for buildings with an average annual peak demand higher than 300 kW.Buildings with lower demand may be considered with prior program approvalFeatureTier 1Tier 2Audit RequirementComprehensive audit, 100% incentivizedOptional comprehensive audit, at discretion of customer and Atlantic City ElectricIncentiveSix-year buydown on payback to no less than three years, and 100% of audit costIncentivized based on energy savings on a $/kW and $/Therm basis capped at 60%* of project cost.Incentive values are:Lighting $0.50/kWhElectric HVAC $1.00/kWhElectric Other $1.00/kWhUp to $20/therm incentives for gas savings also available depending on partner gas utility offering.*80% for income-eligible multifamily projects.Engineering consultantApproved trade allyCustomer can use an approved trade ally or consultant of choiceProject timelineOn average, 1-2 years for construction completionOn average, 6 months - 2 years for construction completionSupport styleGuided, turnkey serviceFlexible, customer-driven approach Engineered Solutions Financing Projects may be able to participate without any up-front funding by combining program incentives with program financing (Tier II projects may require up-front funding): Incentives can range from 20-60% of project cost.Interest-free financing for project costs not covered by incentives (if qualified). Learn more here Engineered Solutions Program - accordion Project Life Cycle To help your organization save energy—and money—we'll guide you through the entire process. Step 1: Energy AuditBegin the process with a site visit and assessment of cost effective energy savings opportunities. Required for Tier 1, optional for Tier 2.Site visit and energy auditDetermine energy baseline of all fuelsIdentification of energy conservation measuresPreliminary scope developmentEnergy cost and savings estimationCost-effectiveness screeningIncentive and determination of financingAudit incentive paid (100% of the cost covered for Tier 1 projects, once approved by Atlantic City Electric)Project incentive estimated and committedDraft financing amount determined*Step 2: Mechanical and Electrical Plan (MEP)Engineer a full MEP. Required for Tier 1, optional for Tier 2.Full engineering design of mechanical and electrical measures selected for implementationMeasurement and verification (M&V) plan developedStep 3: Contract ExecutionExecute contracts for the installation of selected and designed measures.Optional execution methods:Customer owns execution of contracts with bid assistance, including bid package review and vendor selection, as needed, ORThe Trade Ally owns the contract executionRe-run cost effectiveness and update incentive and financing amounts, as neededCommitted project incentive and financing* amount updated (if needed)Progress payment No. 1 (30%) of incentiveIf customer is financing the balance of project cost, additional funds will be released by NEIF. Customer will begin Off-Bill repayment of loan approximately 30 days from execution of loan documents, and after release of first payment. Credit qualified customers may defer the first payment for up to 6 months.Step 4: Construction OversightAdministrative oversight during the construction process.Construction administrationRegularly scheduled site visits and inspectionsProcess incentive progress paymentsProgress payment Nos. 2–3 (50%) of incentive made during construction milestonesIf customer is financing, additional funds will be released by NEIF to align with construction completionStep 5: CommissioningTest newly installed equipment.Testing and verification that installed equipment is operating as designedFinal payment No. 4 (20%) or remainder of incentiveIf customer is financing, the financing amount is finalized*, and the remainder of financed amount is released by NEIFStep 6: Measurement VerificationEnsure that all equipment operates according to the plan.Measurement and verification completed per prior plan*Optional third-party financing available through NEIF Getting Started is EasySimply contact one of our approved Trade Allies to get started today.(opens in a new tab)Find a Trade Ally
Multifamily Direct Install and Engineered Solutions Programs - accordion 1 Direct Install Program Information Our Direct Install program is designed to support communities looking to make comprehensive energy efficiency upgrades. It starts with a no-cost, on-site energy assessment to identify opportunities for savings and recommend high-efficiency equipment replacements. This program does not include in-unit upgrades, only common area improvements. Direct Install Eligibility The Direct Install – Multifamily program is for multifamily properties with 3+ units and an average energy demand of no more than 300 kW per month and 40,000 therms per year.To get started just contact one of our authorized Trade Allies. They will complete a no-cost, on-site energy assessment and provide customized recommendations with detailed cost estimates for ways to reduce your energy costs through energy efficiency upgrades. To ensure a positive experience, your authorized Trade Ally will install all upgrades for you, and Atlantic City Electric will contribute up to 80% of the upgrade costs.Participation with a DI Trade Ally is a program requirement. To learn more about our Trade Ally Network, please see below.What is the DI Program Trade Ally Network?The Atlantic City Electric Trade Ally Network is an exclusive network of approved contractors who are experts in their field and have been vetted by the program team. Our Trade Allies can provide sound advice on energy-saving investments, install energy-saving equipment, assist in applying for financial incentives, and help guide participants through the process to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Multifamily Direct Install and Engineered Solutions Programs - accordion 2 Engineered Solutions Program Information Our Multifamily Engineered Solutions program provides technical expertise, project management, and financial incentives to help multifamily customers implement comprehensive energy efficiency upgrades across their building systems that can result in as much as 30% in energy savings. This program can cover both in-unit and common area equipment.To support your efficiency projects, our energy experts may provide:A comprehensive energy audit (100% incentivized for Tier 1 projects)Engineering designScope of work and equipment specificationsConstruction execution services and installationEquipment and system commissioningMeasurement and verification servicesThe Engineered Solutions program offers two tiers of tailored energy efficiency support for multifamily customers undertaking large-scale projects:Tier 1 provides comprehensive, trade ally-led audits and project guidance from start to finish. Incentives are determined by a six-year buydown on the project payback to no less than three years, and customers can repay remaining costs through a financing plan offered by the National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF).Tier 2 offers a more flexible approach, allowing customers to use a trade ally or consultant of their choice and permits acceptance into the program even after the audit or design has been completed. This tier offers up to 80% of the project cost for income-eligible multifamily customers. The incentive is calculated based on the energy savings, and customers can repay remaining costs through a financing plan offered by NEIF. Engineered Solutions Eligibility This program is open to multifamily customers, and recommended for buildings with an average annual peak demand higher than 300 kW.Buildings with lower demand may be considered with prior program approvalFeatureTier 1Tier 2Audit RequirementComprehensive audit, 100% incentivizedOptional comprehensive audit, at discretion of customer and Atlantic City ElectricIncentiveSix-year buydown on payback to no less than three years, and 100% of audit costIncentivized based on energy savings on a $/kW and $/Therm basis capped at 60%* of project cost.Incentive values are:Lighting $0.50/kWhElectric HVAC $1.00/kWhElectric Other $1.00/kWhUp to $20/therm incentives for gas savings also available depending on partner gas utility offering.*80% for income-eligible multifamily projects.Engineering consultantApproved trade allyCustomer can use an approved trade ally or consultant of choiceProject timelineOn average, 1-2 years for construction completionOn average, 6 months - 2 years for construction completionSupport styleGuided, turnkey serviceFlexible, customer-driven approach Engineered Solutions Financing Projects may be able to participate without any up-front funding by combining program incentives with program financing (Tier II projects may require up-front funding): Incentives can range from 20-60% of project cost.Interest-free financing for project costs not covered by incentives (if qualified). Learn more here
Engineered Solutions Program - accordion Project Life Cycle To help your organization save energy—and money—we'll guide you through the entire process. Step 1: Energy AuditBegin the process with a site visit and assessment of cost effective energy savings opportunities. Required for Tier 1, optional for Tier 2.Site visit and energy auditDetermine energy baseline of all fuelsIdentification of energy conservation measuresPreliminary scope developmentEnergy cost and savings estimationCost-effectiveness screeningIncentive and determination of financingAudit incentive paid (100% of the cost covered for Tier 1 projects, once approved by Atlantic City Electric)Project incentive estimated and committedDraft financing amount determined*Step 2: Mechanical and Electrical Plan (MEP)Engineer a full MEP. Required for Tier 1, optional for Tier 2.Full engineering design of mechanical and electrical measures selected for implementationMeasurement and verification (M&V) plan developedStep 3: Contract ExecutionExecute contracts for the installation of selected and designed measures.Optional execution methods:Customer owns execution of contracts with bid assistance, including bid package review and vendor selection, as needed, ORThe Trade Ally owns the contract executionRe-run cost effectiveness and update incentive and financing amounts, as neededCommitted project incentive and financing* amount updated (if needed)Progress payment No. 1 (30%) of incentiveIf customer is financing the balance of project cost, additional funds will be released by NEIF. Customer will begin Off-Bill repayment of loan approximately 30 days from execution of loan documents, and after release of first payment. Credit qualified customers may defer the first payment for up to 6 months.Step 4: Construction OversightAdministrative oversight during the construction process.Construction administrationRegularly scheduled site visits and inspectionsProcess incentive progress paymentsProgress payment Nos. 2–3 (50%) of incentive made during construction milestonesIf customer is financing, additional funds will be released by NEIF to align with construction completionStep 5: CommissioningTest newly installed equipment.Testing and verification that installed equipment is operating as designedFinal payment No. 4 (20%) or remainder of incentiveIf customer is financing, the financing amount is finalized*, and the remainder of financed amount is released by NEIFStep 6: Measurement VerificationEnsure that all equipment operates according to the plan.Measurement and verification completed per prior plan*Optional third-party financing available through NEIF