Tucson Electric Power · Arizona
TEP Commercial Energy Rebates — TEP Commercial Energy Solutions Trade Ally
TEP Commercial Energy Solutions is Tucson Electric Power’s incentive program for business customers. It helps fund qualifying energy-efficiency upgrades, such as rooftop HVAC controls, lighting and motors, at commercial facilities that buy electricity from TEP. The utility funds the incentive, you pay the net cost, and e2o Energy Group, a registered TEP Commercial Energy Solutions Trade Ally, handles the inventory, calculations, application and installation.
In plain English
What TEP incentives mean for your building
Tucson Electric Power serves Tucson and surrounding communities. Its business program, TEP Commercial Energy Solutions, provides incentives for qualifying efficiency upgrades at commercial facilities.
Tucson buildings face the same long cooling seasons as Phoenix, and many rely on packaged rooftop units that run hard from spring to fall. We help Tucson facility managers find out which upgrades the program supports, then manage the application from inventory to rebate.
Being a registered Trade Ally means e2o is enrolled with TEP Commercial Energy Solutions to deliver projects for customers. It is not an endorsement or certification by TEP. The utility still reviews each application, sets the incentive and verifies the work. What it does mean for you: a contractor who already knows the forms, the steps and the program contacts.
Typical measures
What TEP Commercial Energy Solutions typically funds
These are measure types that business efficiency programs commonly support. Current eligibility, incentive levels and funding are set by TEP and change over time; we confirm what applies to your equipment before quoting any number.
Rooftop unit controls (ARC)
Variable frequency drives, economizers and an energy management system added to existing packaged rooftop units.
Variable frequency drives (VFDs)
Motor speed control for supply fans, pumps and other loads that do not need to run at full speed all day.
Economizers
Use cooler outside air when conditions allow, so compressors run less.
Energy management systems (EMS)
Automatic schedules, setbacks and economizer control across your HVAC equipment.
Lighting
Efficient fixtures and lighting controls for interior and exterior spaces.
Chillers
Higher-efficiency chillers and chiller plant controls for larger buildings.
Motors
Premium-efficiency motors for continuously running equipment.
Refrigeration
Efficiency upgrades for commercial refrigeration and walk-in coolers.
New-construction design
Incentives for designing and building beyond energy code.
Process
How the TEP rebate process works with e2o
Six steps, one accountable team.
- 1
Free HVAC inventory
We document make, model, serial numbers, motor data and economizer status for each unit.
- 2
Savings and incentive calculation
We submit your equipment data to the utility so projected savings and incentives can be calculated.
- 3
Proposal with net cost
You receive the scope of work, calculated savings, the utility incentive amount and your net project cost.
- 4
Utility reserves funds
Once you approve, we secure the incentive reservation with the utility before work begins.
- 5
e2o Mechanical installs
Installation is scheduled around your operations, with system training included.
- 6
Rebate assigned to the project
After the utility verifies the installed measures, the incentive is applied to the project as agreed.
Who it is for
Facilities we help on TEP
If your building receives electricity from TEP and has HVAC, lighting or motors that run long hours, it is worth a look.
Cities we commonly visit on TEP: Tucson. Your electric bill confirms the supplier; see our service areas.
- Schools
- Churches
- Healthcare
- Office buildings
- Industrial
- Self-storage
- Entertainment venues
- Retail
Proof
Rebates we have secured
These projects were completed for Arizona clients. The specific utility program for each is still being confirmed, so we do not attribute them to a single utility here.
FAQ
TEP rebate questions
- What is TEP Commercial Energy Solutions?
- TEP Commercial Energy Solutions is Tucson Electric Power’s energy-efficiency program for business customers. It offers incentives for qualifying upgrades that reduce electricity use, such as HVAC controls, lighting and motors. TEP sets the current measures, incentive levels and funding, which change over time, so we confirm eligibility for your facility first.
- Who qualifies for TEP commercial rebates?
- Generally, non-residential customers who receive electric service from TEP can apply, including schools, churches, offices, healthcare, retail and industrial facilities. Eligibility depends on your account, the equipment and the specific measure. We confirm your electric supplier and review your equipment before estimating any incentive.
- What is TEP Commercial Energy Solutions?
- TEP Commercial Energy Solutions provides incentives for qualifying upgrades at business facilities in TEP’s service area. As a registered Trade Ally, e2o helps Tucson customers confirm which measures fit their building and prepares the application paperwork on their behalf.
- Do you work with facilities in Tucson?
- Yes. e2o Energy Group is registered with TEP Commercial Energy Solutions and works with commercial facilities in Tucson and surrounding communities served by TEP. Our office is in Scottsdale, so we schedule Tucson site visits in advance and handle program paperwork remotely between visits. Call 602-512-9060 to arrange a free equipment inventory.
- How much of my project will TEP pay for?
- It depends on the measure, your equipment and the program’s current incentive levels. Some projects are funded substantially by incentives while others receive a smaller share. We calculate the expected incentive using TEP’s program rules and show it on your proposal before you commit.
- Is e2o approved to deliver TEP Commercial Energy Solutions projects?
- Yes. e2o Energy Group is a registered Trade Ally with TEP Commercial Energy Solutions. That means we can prepare and submit applications and coordinate with the program team for you. Registration is not an endorsement by TEP, and the utility still reviews, approves and verifies every project before paying incentives.
- Do I have to pay the full cost upfront?
- You pay the net project cost shown on your proposal, which already reflects the expected incentive. How and when the rebate is applied depends on the program rules and your agreement. We reserve incentive funds with TEP before installation, so you know the expected rebate before work begins, subject to final approval.
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