Retail
Good for Your Business, Good for the Environment
Retail companies spend nearly $20 billion on energy each year. PG&E’s Retail Program can help—find out ways to increase your bottom line while saving energy. PG&E offers cash incentives for energy-efficient new construction and retrofit projects.
By working with PG&E you can:
- Lower operating costs
- Maintain aesthetic value and create inviting spaces for customers
- Reduce your energy use and electrical demand
A 10 percent reduction in energy costs can boost your bottom line:
| Type of Retailer | Net Profit Margins | Sales Per Sq. Ft. |
|---|---|---|
| Full Line Discount Retailer | + 1.55% | + $25 |
| Limited Service Restaurant | + 4% | + $17 |
| Supermarket | + 16% | + $44 |
How You Can Get Cash Back and Save
PG&E’s Energy Management programs offer rebates, information on energy efficiency measures, analysis, and incentive programs that can be used to help reduce your energy use, costs and save you money. PG&E also offers free classes on energy efficiency.
Rebates
Accelerate your ROI on the purchase of numerous energy-efficient products listed in the rebate catalogs. Simply purchase, install, and apply for your cash rebate.
Incentive Programs
Provides financial and design assistance for larger energy-efficiency projects. Tell us what you are planning to do, and we’ll help you save energy, and cover some of the costs.
Demand Response Programs
PG&E's Demand Response programs offer incentives to facility owners that curtail their facilities’ electrical load or demand during times of peak system demand. Find out how your business can benefit financially while helping the state reduce its electrical demand.
ClimateSmart™
PG&E’s ClimateSmart™ program allows you to easily balance out the greenhouse gas emissions from your business’ energy use by investing in projects that capture or reduce greenhouse gases.
Find out more about PG&E’s environmental commitment, and what other resources are available to help you do your part.
Education and Training
Take advantage of free classes and design tools.
Getting Started
Start with an Energy Analysis or Audit
If you’ve already completed an energy audit, contact your PG&E representative, or call the Business Customer Service Center at 1-800-468-4743 to get an in-depth estimate of your potential savings. You can also email us.
Additional Resources
- Retail Case Studies and Fact Sheets
- Self Generation Incentive Programs
- Energy Design Resources
- Energy Star Products and Cost Calculators
- Benchmark Your Facilities’ Energy Use
- Food Service Technology Center
Additional Info
“PG&E” refers to Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation. © 2009 Pacific Gas and Electric Company. All rights reserved.
