Power Wise™ Commercial Program

Financial incentives are available to commercial customers who receive electrical service from Cleco and have an average peak demand less than 100 kilowatts (kW).

Incentives are available for the following energy efficiency upgrades:

• Lighting upgrades
• HVAC change-outs, including split system air conditioners, heat pumps and chillers

Incentives can pay up to 100 percent of the project cost and up to a maximum incentive of $25,000, whichever is less. Program funding is limited, and on a first come, first serve basis.

Getting started is easy. Complete the online interest form, or you can email [email protected] or call 504-689-5395 with any questions, or select a Small Commercial Contractor from our approved contractor list.

To learn more, click here to view the flyer for the Small Commercial program.

Financial incentives are available to schools, hospitals, churches, municipal or governmental properties, or any large commercial/industrial customer who receives electrical service from Cleco and has an average peak demand greater than 100 kW.

Incentives are available for the following energy efficiency upgrades: 

     * Lighting upgrades

     * HVAC change-outs including split system air conditioners, heat pumps, and chillers

Incentives can pay up to a maximum incentive of $35,000.

To learn more, click here to view the flyer for the Large Commercial & Industrial program. 

For more information, email [email protected] or call 1-833-373-6842.

Commercial Kitchen Rebate
Power Wise also offers rebates for energy-efficient commercial kitchen equipment. All required documentation must be submitted within 60 days of the purchase date.

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