Sustainability Funding & Incentives
Find Financial Resources to Help Your Business Save Energy and Reduce Costs
Investing in sustainability doesn't always require a large upfront investment. North Carolina businesses may qualify for utility rebates, energy-efficiency incentives, financing programs, and other resources that help make improvements more affordable.
The Raleigh Sustainability Connector helps businesses explore financial assistance for energy-efficient equipment, building improvements, renewable energy, and other sustainability projects.
Explore Funding Opportunities for Your Business
Find Incentives to Make Clean Energy More Affordable
Explore financial incentives, rebates, and programs that may help your business invest in solar energy, energy-efficient equipment, and other sustainability improvements.
The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE), maintained by NC State University's Clean Energy Technology Center, helps businesses find information about available clean energy incentives and policies.
Make Sustainability Improvements More Affordable
Explore financing options that help your business invest in energy-efficient equipment, renewable energy, and building improvements without paying the full cost upfront.
USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) offers guaranteed loan financing for eligible rural small businesses and agricultural producers investing in renewable energy systems and energy-efficiency improvements.
Note: REAP grant applications are currently paused. Check USDA for updates on future funding opportunities and current loan availability.
Save Money on Energy-Efficient Business Upgrades
Reducing energy consumption can lower operating costs while making your business more sustainable. Utility rebate and incentive programs may help offset the cost of upgrading lighting, heating and cooling systems, and other energy-efficient equipment.
Duke Energy Business Energy Efficiency Programs offer energy-efficiency programs for eligible commercial customers in North Carolina. Depending on the program, qualifying businesses may receive incentives or assistance for improvements such as LED lighting, HVAC upgrades, and energy-saving equipment.
Eligibility, incentive amounts, and available programs vary by utility service area and customer type.
Need Help Making the Connection?
Not sure where to start or which resources are right for your business?
We're here to help! Complete our short assistance request form and tell us what your business needs. The Raleigh Sustainability Connector will help connect you with the right resources, technical assistance, and experts to support your sustainability goals.
Let Us Help You Get Connected!
