Move Forward Without Budget Barriers

Energy upgrades shouldn’t be delayed because of limited capital. EMC works with commercial organizations and school districts to identify practical funding solutions, available incentives, and grant opportunities that make energy-saving improvements achievable.

Our goal is simple: help you reduce energy costs and improve your facilities — without straining your budget.

Grants & Incentive Programs

Many local, state, and federal programs offer grants and incentive funding for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and infrastructure improvements.

EMC assists clients by:

• Identifying eligible grant opportunities
• Supporting application documentation
• Providing required energy audits and savings calculations
• Coordinating technical information for submissions

Grant funding can significantly reduce project costs and improve overall return on investment.

On-Bill Financing

In some cases, qualifying energy improvements can be financed directly through your utility bill.

Payments are often offset by the energy savings generated by the upgrades, minimizing upfront capital requirements.

EMC assists with program evaluation, application support, and coordination with utility providers.

Third-Party Financing

We collaborate with trusted financing partners to help clients explore options such as leasing arrangements and performance-based agreements.

These structures can:

• Preserve capital budgets
• Align payments with projected savings
• Accelerate project implementation

EMC guides you through the evaluation and coordination process to determine the best fit.

Bonds for School Districts

School districts can fund lighting, HVAC, solar, and building automation upgrades through voter-approved or board-approved bonds.

Energy-focused bond projects help districts:

• Modernize facilities
• Improve learning environments
• Reduce long-term operating costs
• Support sustainability initiatives

EMC assists with project development, savings documentation, and technical support for bond planning.

Tax-Exempt Lease Purchase (Maine & New Hampshire)

For school districts and municipalities in Maine and New Hampshire, a Tax-Exempt Lease Purchase (TELP) provides a flexible and cost-effective way to finance energy efficiency and infrastructure improvements.

This financing structure allows eligible public entities to fund projects at tax-exempt interest rates, often without the voter approval required for traditional bond issuances (subject to local regulations).

TELP financing can support a wide range of qualifying projects, including:

• Lighting upgrades
• HVAC and boiler improvements
• Energy management systems
• Solar installations
• Weatherization and building envelope upgrades
• Other energy conservation measures

A Tax-Exempt Lease Purchase allows districts and municipalities to:

• Preserve capital budgets
• Spread payments over multiple years
• Align repayment with projected energy savings
• Implement facility improvements immediately

EMC assists throughout the process by providing energy audits, savings analysis, project development, and coordination with financing partners to help ensure compliance and smooth implementation.

Guaranteed Savings Options

For qualifying projects, EMC can support performance-based structures that include guaranteed energy savings. This approach provides financial confidence through measurable, verifiable results.

Let’s Identify the Right Funding Strategy

Every organization’s financial structure is different. EMC helps evaluate available funding sources, incentives, grants, and financing pathways to develop a strategy aligned with your goals.

Contact EMC today to explore funding and incentive opportunities and move your energy project forward with confidence.