For custom projects that don’t require energy modeling to account for interactive effects, you can get financial incentives to improve the energy efficiency of existing equipment, as well as new and replacement equipment.Retrofit—When enhancing the energy efficiency of your existing system to allow your equipment to operate beyond the minimum requirements. Financial incentives are site-specific and are calculated to cover up to 50% of the total cost for retrofit projects.New Equipment and Replacement—When your project includes capital improvement measures such as replacing major or critical equipment from the building or purchasing new equipment for new construction projects. Financial incentives are site-specific and are calculated to cover up to 75% of the incremental cost for new construction and equipment replacement at the end of its lifespan. Quick Actions How to Participate How to Participate Complete the appropriate application via the Application Center. Await preapproval before proceeding. Be sure to include all the required supporting information along with your application.Receive notice that your project has been preapproved. A site inspection may be required as part of BGE’s approval process.Purchase and install the new equipment. Notify BGE before implementing any changes to the approved project scope.Sign and return the preapproval letter and provide invoices for all the energy efficiency measures. Ensure that the final equipment installed is identical to the equipment specified in your initial application. BGE may require a post-installation inspection to verify compliance with program rules and verify the accuracy of project documentation and equipment operation. You’ll be notified when your project has been approved for payment.Receive your incentive check within 6 to 8 weeks after the project’s completion and payment approval. Getting StartedReady to begin your project? Call 410.290.1202, email Business@BGESmartEnergy.com or apply now.Learn More You may be interested in... four_column Customer Case Studies Video Highlights General FAQS Program Fact Sheets