ComEd Energy Efficiency Program for Businesses
Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd)
Up to 75% of project cost (small business)
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ComEd pays for efficient equipment — free audit included
ComEd's Energy Efficiency Program for Businesses provides cash incentives and free facility assessments to non-residential ComEd customers in Northern Illinois who install energy-efficient equipment and systems. The Standard Offering covers lighting, HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, and commercial equipment with prescriptive rebates. The Small Business track (under 500 kW peak demand) adds up to 30% bonus incentives, capped at $20,000–$30,000. Custom projects receive $0.18 per kWh saved. Bonus incentives available for select communities and Made-in-Illinois equipment.
- Funding type
- Program
- Level
- Private
- Amount range
- Up to 75% of project cost (small business)
- Realistic amount
- Small businesses typically receive $2,000–$15,000 combining prescriptive rebates with bonus incentives. Mid-size commercial accounts receive $5,000–$50,000. Custom industrial projects can exceed $100,000.
- Deadline
- Rolling — first-come, first-served while funds last
- Status
- active
- States
- IL
- Payment model
- reimbursement
Who qualifies
- Must be a non-residential ComEd electric customer in Northern Illinois
- Small Business track: peak demand under 500 kW for the past 12 months
- Standard/large commercial track: no upper demand limit
- Equipment must meet published minimum efficiency specifications
- Free facility assessment available regardless of size for Standard Offering customers
- Made in Illinois bonus: equipment must be manufactured in Illinois
Hard requirements
- Location restriction: ComEd service territory — Northern Illinois
How it compares with other private programs
Of the 28 private programs we track, the ComEd Energy Efficiency Program for Businesses has the 5th-largest published amount ($30K, against a $65K median across the 8 that publish one). Applying takes about 4 hours by our estimate, close to the 4-hour median.
- Top amount
- $30K · 5th largest of 8
- Median, private programs
- $65K
- Hours to apply
- About 4 · peers' median 4
- Cash match
- Not required · 0% of peers require it
- SAM.gov
- Not required · 0% of peers require it
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What it covers
Eligible expenses
- LED lighting and controls
- HVAC equipment (rooftop units, heat pumps, chiller plants, VRF systems)
- Refrigeration equipment and controls
- Compressed air systems and leak detection
- Commercial kitchen equipment
- Energy management systems and smart building controls
- Variable frequency drives for motors and pumps
- Custom industrial process improvements
Ineligible expenses
- Residential equipment or accounts
- Equipment not meeting minimum efficiency specifications
- Repairs to existing equipment (new installation or replacement only)
- Solar PV or battery storage (separate programs)
- Equipment outside ComEd service territory
How to apply
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1
Request free facility assessment
Contact ComEd at 1-855-433-2700 or energyefficiency@comed.com to schedule a free in-person or virtual facility assessment by an approved energy engineer. The assessment identifies eligible energy-saving opportunities and produces a customized report.
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2
Select projects and verify rebate amounts
Review assessment recommendations. Confirm rebate amounts using ComEd's online rebate calculator or with your energy engineer. Check eligibility for Select Communities (20%) and Made in Illinois (10%) bonus incentives.
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3
Purchase and install qualifying equipment
Install qualifying equipment. Retain all purchase invoices, contractor documentation, and equipment specification sheets showing model number and efficiency rating.
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4
Submit final application
Submit the rebate application through ComEd's online portal with invoices, equipment specs, and assessment report reference. Small business customers must submit by April 30, 2026 for 30% bonus or September 30, 2026 for 20% bonus.
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5
Receive incentive payment
ComEd reviews the application and issues an incentive check. Processing typically takes 4-8 weeks after complete submission.
Stack the 30% early-deadline bonus + 20% Select Communities bonus + 10% Made in Illinois bonus for up to 60% additional incentives on top of base prescriptive rates — but must all be applied for by April 30, 2026.
Deadline & timing
The 30% bonus incentive for small business track requires final applications submitted by April 30, 2026. A 20% bonus applies for applications by September 30, 2026. Standard prescriptive incentives are available year-round. Contact energyefficiency@comed.com or 1-855-433-2700 for the current program year details.
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