A typical grocery or convenience store spends $3.74 per square foot for electricity. Store owners and operators can lower these costs by implementing simple energy efficiency measures. According to ENERGY STAR^®, a 10 percent reduction in energy costs for the average supermarket can boost profit margins by as much as 6 percent.

Grocery Store fact sheet

Comprehensive Program
Choose from a prescriptive menu of measures with set incentives, propose a custom project or apply for assistance with energy studies. Use the "Equipment" menu to learn about rebates for specific projects or download an application.

 
You can also install demand response equipment and participate in the Energy Information Services (EIS) program.

To participate in the comprehensive program, submit an application to reserve funds or contact a Trade Ally for help identifying appropriate improvements.
 
Express Solutions
If you run a small grocery store (monthly demand of 400 kW or less), you can participate in our Express Solutions program. The Express approach cuts the cost and hassle of energy efficiency upgrades, which makes it easier than ever for small businesses to save energy and money.

To participate in the Express program, simply contact an Express Solutions trade ally to schedule a facility assessment.

Starting Points

• Reduce refrigeration expense and improve the integrity of refrigerated products by implementing a range of energy-saving strategies from controls to equipment.
  
  
• Lighting represents the second largest electricity expense for large grocery stores and the third largest for small stores. In addition, waste heat from inefficient lighting can add significantly to the cooling load.
  
  
• You can also save with HVAC improvements and controls.

Financing
APS is partnering with National Bank of Arizona (NB|AZ) to offer low interest rate financing to commercial rate customers participating in the Solutions for Business program. APS rebates can reduce a significant portion of the project costs and financing may cover the rest.