Frequently Asked Questions Am I eligible? Small Business Energy Solutions is open to BGE business customers on rate schedules G and GS. To determine your rate schedule, look under the “Electric Details” section of your BGE distribution bill. How do I participate? Make the call. Get started by calling the participating contractor assigned to your area. The contractor will visit your facility and conduct a detailed assessment of your energy use. The assessment is included as part of your BGE service, so there’s no additional cost to you!Review recommendations. You’ll receive a list of recommended energy-saving upgrades to lighting and/or refrigeration controls, noting the costs, available incentives and payback period.Make the upgrades. Have your participating contractor install the recommended energy-saving measures. Remember to ask if you’re eligible for our Small Business Energy Advance, which lets you pay your 30% of the cost over 12 monthly payments with no interest.Enjoy the savings. Watch your energy and maintenance cost savings accumulate over the lifetime of the installed products, leading to substantial long-term savings. Do I have to use a specific contractor, or can I find my own? To make it easy for customers to participate, we’ve identified preapproved contractors designated by geographic location:Northern Maryland: Baltimore City and County, Carroll and Harford Counties Facility Solutions Group888.983.2754SmallBusinessEnergySolutions@fsgi.comCS Koida301.477.1436SmallBusinessEnergySolutions@cskoida.comSouthern Maryland: Anne Arundel, Calvert, Howard, Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties C&J Contractors301.549.3535SmallBusinessEnergySolutions@cj-contractors.comMatrix800.556.2123SmallBusinessEnergySolutions@matrixescorp.comFor businesses involving refrigeration National Resource Management855.686.3455SmallBusinessEnergySolutions@nrminc.comFor all businesses interested in a smart thermostat Scope Services410.844.0678SmallBusinessEnergySolutions@scope-services.com How will my business benefit? Substantially reduced energy costsSavings up to 70% on the cost of energy efficiency measuresReceive a quick return on your investmentIncreased employee morale and productivityImproved customer experiencesEnhanced image as an energy-efficient business and environmental steward What type of upgrades are available? Lighting Measures: Upgrade to LEDs, high-performance fixtures and high-efficiency fluorescent lighting. Replace exit signs with LED units. Install occupancy sensors and lighting controls.Refrigeration Measures: Install high-efficiency electronically regulated fan motors and controllers. Replace reach-in cooler lights with energy-efficient LEDs. Install vending machine controls.Additional Measures: Get an ecobee3 lite smart thermostat and professional installation—$229 value for just $69.