New Construction
Financial incentives for energy-efficient equipment upgrades are available for a variety of New Construction projects.
Energy is among the largest expenses for commercial buildings. By incorporating energy efficiency into the design and build process, you can lower operating costs and maximize the comfort and safety of building occupants. Qualifying New Construction projects include:
- New buildings
- Change of use of an existing building
- Building additions or gut remodel (two or more building systems are renovated — e.g., heating and lighting).Â
Available Financial Incentives
HVAC
Controls
Custom
Refrigeration
Hospitality
Industrial/Manufacturing
Agriculture
LED Lighting
Pre-approval is required for all Custom projects and any project requesting incentives over $15,000.
Contact your Energy Advisor or call 1.866.800.0747 to confirm project eligibility before generating purchase orders or purchasing new equipment.
Click below for an overview of New Construction incentives, qualifying projects and how the application process works:
Available Incentives for New Construction Projects
We offer financial incentives for a variety of New Construction projects:
How to Apply
There are two ways to apply for New Construction incentives. For faster processing of lighting projects, use the online application.
Eligibility requirements include:
- Pre-approval is required for new construction projects requesting over $15,000.
- Installed equipment must exceed baseline code requirements for energy efficiency.
- Contractors must be Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) certified.
- Lighting equipment must be Design Lights Consortium (DLC) qualified or ENERGY STAR certified.
New Construction Application Process
Contact Energy Advisor
Submit Project
Letter of Approval
Final Paperwork
Inspection
Incentive Check
Commercial New Construction Design Assistance
Your facility can also receive complimentary energy design assistance and financial incentives to help offset the cost of implementing energy-efficient strategies for commercial and multifamily buildings.Â
Design Team Incentive
In addition to the construction incentive, a design team participation incentive is available to offset design team time associated with program participation.
Application Resources and Assistance
- Review the New Construction Guide for an overview of the New Construction incentive process.
- Watch the New Construction Lighting online application video for tips related to the online lighting application process.
- Check out the Application Guide for answers to commonly asked questions about pre-approval and the application process.
- For further assistance, contact your Energy Advisor or our Business Call Center at 1.866.800.0747 or IllinoisBusinessEE@ameren.com.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Request a FREE Energy Consultation to take your next step in saving energy and money.
Questions? Call 1.866.800.0747 or email IllinoisBusinessEE@ameren.com.
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