Want to maximize comfort for your employees and customers while minimizing your utility bill and your carbon footprint? Start with the Business Energy Advisor as the gateway to all energy and water efficiency options from City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU). By signing up for the Business Energy Advisor, you will receive:
Your dedicated Energy Advisor will identify efficiency upgrade options for your business and guide you through the implementation process from start to finish.
After you complete the Pre-Assessment Questions and sign the Program Participation Agreement, your Energy Advisor will send you a confirmation email with a Site Assessment Scheduling Poll to schedule an in-person Energy and Water Efficiency Assessment. A trained energy professional will evaluate your business equipment such as lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, hot water systems, refrigeration and more. This customized assessment will pinpoint exactly where your business can benefit from efficiency by identifying electric, gas and water use equipment that is ready for upgrades and/or retrofits.
If you are ready to schedule an assessment today, please complete the Pre-Assessment Questions below. Please review and sign the program participation agreement(PDF, 721KB) before your assessment.
Pre-Assessment Questions
Your Energy Advisor will review the findings from your assessment report and explain where your business can reduce its energy or water use. You’ll receive unbiased advice to better understand the report and prioritize your recommended upgrades based on your goals, impact, budget, and payback.
Once you decide to move forward with any recommended upgrades from your assessment, your Energy Advisor will submit an application to CPAU. After this is approved by CPAU, you can get started on the installations using any contractor of your choice.
Your Energy Advisor can help you find qualified contractors and review and compare bids.
After installation, we will verify the completed project at your facility and confirm the rebate amount. After verification, you will receive your rebate check within 2–3 weeks.
As a property owner, manager or tenant, you can work with the Business Energy Advisor to:
Lower energy and water bills
Receive generous rebates to offset the costs of energy efficiency and water-savings projects
Improve health and comfort for building occupants, as well as increase tenant retention
Increase sustainability through conserving natural resources and reducing emissions
Costs vary depending on the size and scope of the project. Upfront costs can be offset with rebates. Plus, you will save money over time with more efficient equipment.
Your Energy Advisor will help you explore financing options.
In this webinar you can learn about maximizing the efficiency and performance of your HVAC system, with a special focus on heat pumps. Learn about energy-saving strategies and advancements in heat pump technology from HVAC expert and Engineering Manager at CLEAResult, Steve Brennan.
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Phone: (650) 761-6417
Email: businessenergyadvisor@paloalto.gov