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Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program

Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program

Funds Rhode Island small businesses for energy efficiency upgrades after an approved audit and practical implementation work.

ClosedRhode Island Commerce CorporationUnited StatesEligible in Rhode Island

The Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program, administered by Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, reimburses qualifying Rhode Island small businesses and nonprofits for the cost of energy efficiency improvements implemented following an approved energy audit. Eligible improvements include LED lighting upgrades, HVAC systems, insulation, thermostats, ventilation upgrades, water-saving devices,…

Energy efficiency improvements: LED lighting, HVAC, insulation, thermostats, ventilation, water-saving devices, refrigeration controls, electrical panel upgrades. Solar panels excluded.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: commerceri.com