Promote energy efficiency, gain more customers
Consumers Energy Preferred Small Business Trade Allies are local professionals who help Michigan businesses install energy-efficient equipment and save them money by applying for Business Energy Efficiency Program rebates and instant discounts.
Let’s save energy and expand your business. Together.
Promote energy efficiency to your customers
Consumers Energy Preferred Small Business Trade Allies are local professionals who help Michigan businesses install energy-efficient equipment and save them money by applying for Business Energy Efficiency Program rebates and instant discounts.
Let’s save energy and expand your business. Together.
Market Engagement Incentive Enhancements
Effective May 1, 2026
We are pleased to announce enhancements to the Market Engagement Incentive, designed to expand opportunities, improve cash flow, and reward continued participation. In addition, because of a Trade Ally Council recommendation, payouts will now be quarterly! Read full details…
2026 Small Business Incentive Dollars
Meters show percent of incentive dollars allocated for the 2026 small business program year as of May 13th.
We have 85% of available electric project incentives remaining and 56% of available market engagement incentives remaining.
2026 Rollout Materials
Check out the details of the 2026 Small Business Energy Efficiency Program as announced at the Trade Ally Rollout.
Find a Small Business Trade Ally
Find a list of our trusted contractors, also known as trade allies.
Qualifying Equipment
View the list of equipment and incentive amounts offered within the small business energy efficiency programs.
Program Policies & Procedures
Review the rules, policies and procedures that govern the program and customer participation.
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Become a Small Business Trade Ally
Learn more and apply to be a Consumers Energy Small Business Trade Ally!
Hands-On Help
Consumers Energy Small Business Energy Efficiency Program advisors are available to answer questions about your project and help you complete rebate applications.
Toll-Free: 877-607-0737