Energy Efficiency
GIVE YOUR ENERGY EFFICIENCY A BOOST
Elevate your commercial property’s energy efficiency with Donnelly Energy! We’re one of New Jersey’s longest-standing Direct Install contractors, delivering the best in tailor-made, energy-saving solutions for local businesses and commercial facilities for over 15 years. Our expert services aim to reduce your overall costs and environmental impact, maximizing energy rebates and incentives to make the most out of your commercial lighting and HVAC upgrade. Whether you’re a small or midsize commercial entity or amid new construction, we’re here to help.
NJ Direct Install Program for Commercial Facilities
Lighting & HVAC Upgrades for Small & Midsize Buildings


Up to 80% off Lighting & HVAC Incentives
Tap into your local utility’s Direct Install program (AKA Small Business Direct Install) for significant energy savings on commercial lighting and HVAC upgrades. Enjoy up to 80% off in upfront incentives with 0% APR financing options available, making your next energy efficiency upgrade easy and affordable.
Free Energy Assessment
We 100% believe that knowledge is power—especially when it comes to powering your business sustainably. We offer free Direct Install assessments with no strings attached.
Expert Guidance:
Donnelly Energy is a pioneer in New Jersey’s Direct Install clean energy program space, having been a participating lighting and HVAC contractor since it was first introduced in 2009. Our expert team offers comprehensive turnkey solutions, from securing energy incentives to final installation, ensuring your project is seamless and hassle-free.
Who’s Eligible?
Commercially-metered facilities in New Jersey with an average annual energy usage of less than 300 kW are eligible to participate in a Direct Install (SBDI) program.
New Jersey non-profits and small businesses located in Urban Enterprise Zones can benefit from higher clean energy incentives when they participate in a Direct Install project.
Direct Install programs are also available for multifamily properties of 3 or more dwellings, upgrading common area lighting and HVAC. This includes existing residential-type properties, garden-style apartment complexes, and multi-story buildings.
What Direct Install Upgrades are Available?
Direct Install covers lighting upgrades to LEDs (Interior and exterior), including controls and sensors. Big-ticket HVAC items like packaged rooftop units, boilers, furnaces, chillers, and more are also included.
Donnelly Energy is an approved NJ Direct Install Program lighting and HVAC contractor for every New Jersey electric and gas utility.












LARGE-SCALE COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL
Energy Rebates for NJ New Construction and Large Commercial Buildings

Elevate your new construction or complete renovation project with energy-efficient equipment installed through New Jersey’s Clean Energy Program™ and their NJ Smartstart Buildings program.
For large-scale commercial and industrial buildings that are too big to fit in Direct Install (300 kW or more), Donnelly Energy can match you with your local utility’s Custom and Prescriptive Measures program to offer lighting and HVAC rebates for approved materials across lighting, HVAC, electric chillers, and more.
Begin your project on the path to sustainability and significant energy savings!

Flexible Financing Available for Energy Upgrades
Unlock energy-efficient upgrades without the upfront costs. Through clean energy and Direct Install programs across New Jersey, you can benefit from 0% APR repayment options over 60 months, either on-bill or through a third party (depending on the utility).
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