Merrimack Valley Renewal Fund (MVRF) Small Business Program
The MVRF Small Business Program builds on the Mass Save® program to provide eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations in Lawrence, Andover, and North Andover with enhanced support for energy efficiency improvements, electrification, and barrier mitigation. The program is designed to reduce energy costs, improve building performance, and help overcome barriers that may prevent participation in Mass Save.
How the Program Works:
1. Schedule a Mass Save Small Business Energy Assessment
A no-cost Home Energy Assessment (HEA) helps identify opportunities to improve your building's energy performance.
2. Receive Customized Recommendations
Mass Save identifies eligible energy efficiency improvements and available incentives.
3. Develop Your Project
Work with participating contractors to define the scope of work and project costs.
4. Access MVRF Enhanced Support
The MVRF Small Business Program may provide additional funding for eligible measures or barriers not fully covered through Mass Save.
5. Complete the Project
Install approved energy efficiency, electrification, and barrier mitigation measures.
6. Quality Assurance (QA/QC)
Completed work is inspected to ensure installations meet program quality standards.
Who Can benefit?
Examples of businesses that potentially could participate include:
•Retail stores •Restaurants •Cafés & coffee shops •Auto repair shops •Barber shops & salons
•Childcare centers • Nonprofit organizations •Houses of worship •Small manufacturers •Warehouses
Getting Started
Begin the application process with Mass Save® today.
Call: 1-866-527-7283
Visit: https://www.masssave.com/business
Ask about MVRF enhanced incentives for weatherization, electrification, heat pumps, and more!
Examples of Energy Efficiency Improvements That May Qualify for Incentives
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Lighting & Electrical
•LED interior lighting • LED exterior lighting • Occupancy sensors • Daylight harvesting controls • Lighting scheduling controls
Motors, Pumps & Drives
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) •Premium-efficiency motors • ECM motors • Circulation pump controls • Pool pump controls • Pump time clocks
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HVAC – Electric
• Air-source heat pumps • Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems • Heat pump water heaters • Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) • Ventilation heat recovery • High-efficiency diffusers • Desiccant dehumidification
Refrigeration
•Refrigeration Waste Heat Recovery •Walk-In Cooler Controls• Walk-In Freezer Controls• ECM Evaporator Fan Motors• Refrigeration Control Optimization
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Building Controls
• Energy Management Systems (EMS) Installation • EMS optimization • Smart thermostats • Building Automation System (BAS) upgrades • Scheduling controls
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Gas / Thermal Measures (Heating Systems)
•Steam Trap Replacement
Domestic Hot Water (DHW)
• Hot Water Recirculation Controls
•Faucet Aerators •Low-Flow Pre-Rinse Spray Valves •Showerheads •Water Temperature Modulation Controls
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Commercial Kitchen
• High-Efficiency Fryers • High-Efficiency Broilers• High-Efficiency Combination Ovens• High-Efficiency Convection Ovens • High-Efficiency Conveyor Ovens• High-Efficiency Griddles • High-Efficiency Steamers• Energy Saving Dishwashers• Hood Controls
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Building Envelope
• Air Sealing• Weatherstripping• Roof/Attic Insulation • Wall Insulation• Floor Insulation• Pipe Insulation• Tank Insulation • Duct Insulation• Duct Sealing • Energy Efficient Doors
• Air Curtains • Loading Dock Seals• Storm Doors • Insulated Overhead Doors• Energy Efficient Windows • Interior Window Systems • Exterior Storm Windows• Energy Efficient Skylight
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Ventilation & Heating Recovery
•Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS) •Ventilation Heat Recovery •Make-Up Air Preheat •Demand Control Ventilation
Pool & Specialty Thermal
•Pool Covers •Pool Temperature Controls
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Potential Non-Standard / Higher-Priority DOER Review Measures
•VRF Systems •Central Heat Pump Plants •Heat Pump Water Heaters •Energy Recovery Ventilation •Advanced BAS / EMS Retrofits •Refrigeration Waste Heat Recovery
•Building Retro-Commissioning •Custom Controls Projects •Custom Electrification Projects
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Disclaimer: This document is intended as a general reference. Measure eligibility and incentive levels are determined through the MVRF Small Business Program review process and are subject to available funding.
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