Energy Wise C&I Terms and Conditions
The GLE Energy Wise program rewards members for their energy optimization efforts with rebates.
Incentive Offer
Projects must be implemented (completed) between Jan. 1, 2025 and Dec. 31, 2025. Application must be submitted with complete information within six months of project completion. Projects must result in reduced electric energy usage due to improvement in the system efficiency; control upgrades may also qualify. Reduced electric use resulting from peak shaving, demand limiting, power generation, renewable energy (including solar PV and wind), or operating schedule changes will not qualify. This application form is for facilities with a commercial or industrial electric meter or rate code. Farms with a residential or commercial meter may also apply. Other businesses with a residential meter must use the residential programs.
Compliance
a) All projects must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and building codes.
b) All equipment must be new or retrofitted with new components per the program specifications. Used equipment is not eligible for incentives. Leased equipment must receive pre-approval BEFORE project initiation or entering into the equipment lease. Existing equipment must be permanently disconnected or removed and not reused elsewhere.
c) New equipment must meet specification requirements.
d) For prescriptive programs, new equipment must be operational when the application is submitted.
e) Only one incentive will be granted for each project.
f) Members may submit multiple projects in a calendar year; however, the incentive totals may not exceed the annual incentive cap without utility authorization.
g) New construction projects will be considered with prior review and authorization. Note that the measures and incentives listed on the application form are typically intended for retrofit projects; not all measures listed may be available for new construction projects.
h) New construction projects applying for rebates must be fully operational and must be a Co-op member in good standing with a minimum of three consecutive months of paid Great Lakes Energy electric bills before the rebate will be issued.
i) If the project is in a leased building, the term of the lease must be at least three (3) years and a copy of the lease may be requested.
j) Up to 24 months of utility usage information may be requested.
Prescriptive Applications
Pre-approval is not required for prescriptive incentives unless otherwise specified. However, an incentive will not be provided for projects or equipment that does not precisely meet the requirements provided on the prescriptive application form. Applications must have complete information and be submitted with the supporting documentation specified on the form instructions. Unless otherwise specified, incentives for prescriptive measures may not exceed 75 percent of the total project cost, including materials, sales tax, external labor (i.e. contracted labor), permits, equipment rental, and disposal. To qualify, lighting must be used a minimum of 1,800 hours per year and other equipment must operate a minimum of 1,500 hours per year, unless otherwise specified.
Custom Applications
Pre-approval is strongly encouraged for all custom projects. If your project does not fit the descriptions on the standard prescriptive incentive application form, it may qualify for a custom incentive. Applications must have complete information and be submitted with the
calculations and supporting documentation specified on the form instructions. Unless otherwise specified, incentives for custom measures may not exceed 75 percent of the total project cost, including materials, sales tax, external labor (i.e. contracted labor), permits, equipment rental, and disposal. Note: Internal labor (i.e. non-contracted labor) may not be included in the cost of the project.
Payment
Once completed paperwork is submitted, incentive payments are usually mailed within six to eight weeks. Incentive payments are made by check, and may arrive in multiple checks. Incomplete applications will either delay payments or result in denial of application approval. Great Lakes Energy reserves the right to refuse payment and participation if the member or trade ally violates program terms and conditions. Great Lakes Energy must receive 100 percent of the energy savings for the rated life of the product(s) or for a period of three (3) years from receipt of incentive, whichever is less. If the project does not provide the energy savings, if the facility in which the installed projects are located closes or ceases operation within three (3) years from receipt of incentive, or if you cease to be a member of Great Lakes Energy during the following three (3) years, you shall refund a prorated amount of incentive dollars based on the time installed.
Third-Party Payees
The Great Lakes Energy member may authorize payment of the incentive directly to a landlord, trade ally, or other third-party payee by selecting the appropriate payee selection on application. In all cases, the third-party payee must submit an IRS Form W-9. Program staff reserve the right to contact the member to confirm third-party payee requests.
Trade Ally Information
The term “trade ally” refers to the company or contractor who provides or installs equipment for the Great Lakes Energy member. If the
project was completed by more than one trade ally (e.g., equipment was purchased from one trade ally but installed by another) and the incentive is being paid to the co-op member, enter the information of the trade ally who installed the equipment in the Trade Ally (Contractor) Information of the application. Trade allies participating in the program must adhere to standards of acceptable business behavior and performance.
Inspection
Program staff reserve the right to conduct pre-inspections and post inspections of proposed and installed projects. Some projects may require site verification or phone verification before the incentive will be processed.
Publicity
Great Lakes Energy reserves the right to publicize your participation in this program, unless you specifically request otherwise.
Program Discretion
Incentives are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Incentive amounts and offerings are subject to change or termination without notice at the discretion of Great Lakes Energy.
Logo Use
Members or trade allies may not use the Great Lakes Energy name or logo in any marketing, advertising, or promotional material without written permission.
Disclaimers
Great Lakes Energy:
a) does not endorse any particular manufacturer, product, labor, or system design by offering these programs
b) will not be responsible for any tax liability imposed on the member as a result of the payment of incentives
c) does not expressly or implicitly warrant the performance of installed equipment or contractor’s quality of work (contact your contractor for detailed warranties)
d) is not responsible for the proper disposal/recycling of any waste generated as a result of this project
e) is not liable for any damage caused by the installation of the equipment or for any damage caused by the malfunction of the installed equipment
f) is not responsible for items (incentive applications, supporting documentation, and/or incentive checks) lost or damaged in the mail.
Eligibility
These incentives are offered to Great Lakes Energy members with active electric service in Michigan only. For questions regarding eligibility, call 888.485.2537 ext. 8957.
Information Release
The member requests and authorizes Great Lakes Energy to release electric usage for the preceding 24 months to Energy Wise program staff, in order to participate in the program. The authorization to release information expires automatically two (2) years after signature date. The member agrees that the program and their contractors may include the member’s name, address, electric account number, electric services, and resulting energy savings (“Information”) in a database hosted by a contractor of the program and such information may be included in reports or other documentation submitted to Great Lakes Energy, and their contractors and/or the Michigan Public Service Commission (“Reports”). Such parties will treat such Information as confidential and the Information in the Reports shall only be in the aggregate.
Release/Indemnification
Payment of incentives under the Energy Wise program and/or evaluation of applications for incentives shall not deem the program
or any of its affiliates, employees, contractors, or agents (“Energy Efficiency Parties”) to be responsible for any work completed in connection herewith. The applicant fully releases Energy Efficiency Parties from any and all claims it may have against Energy Efficiency Parties in connection with this application, the incentives, or the work performed in connection with them. In addition, the applicant agrees to defend,
indemnify and hold Energy Efficiency Parties harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, demands, or lawsuits by any third parties arising in connection with this application, the payment or non-payment of incentives, or any work performed in connection with them. The member hereby releases Great Lakes Energy from any and all liability arising from or connected with releasing the information to the program set forth herein.
Non-Disclosure
The Energy Wise program agrees not to disclose project information, such as pricing, proprietary equipment specifications, or other
intellectual property. Such information will be used by program staff only for the purpose of validating and fulfilling incentive applications. Such information will not be shared outside of the program.
Annual Member Incentive Cap
Incentives are available on a first-come, first-served basis; apply early. Incentive budgets are limited, therefore total annual incentive amount per member may be limited as follows: Business or farm with a commercial utility rate code – $30,000 cap. Farm with a residential utility rate code – $15,000 cap. If a larger incentive amount is needed to enable your project to move forward, please call to request pre-approval prior to beginning your project.
