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Merrimack Valley Renewal Fund (MVRF) Small Business Program

Sarah Brush

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?

  • Small businesses 

  • Nonprofit organizations 

  • Located in Lawrence, Andover, or North Andover

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

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

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

Building Controls 

• Energy Management Systems (EMS) Installation • EMS optimization • Smart thermostats • Building Automation System (BAS) upgrades • Scheduling controls

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

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

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

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

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

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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The BLUF Spring/Summer 2026 from the Executive Office of Veterans Services Ma

Town of North Andover, MA
Good afternoon all,
The latest edition of The BLUF – Bottom Line Up Front is now available here: The BLUF EOVS Newsletter – Spring/Summer 2026 | Mass.gov
We're excited to introduce a new and improved reading experience. Rather than downloading a PDF, The BLUF is now available as a live webpage on Mass.gov, making it easier to read on any device, navigate between sections, and quickly access the information you need.
This edition includes highlights such as:
  • Updates and messages from EOVS leadership
  • New and expanded veteran programs and services
  • Women Veterans Network news and recognition of the 2026 Deborah Sampson Award recipient
  • Resources and opportunities available through local Veterans Service Officers (VSOs)
  • Upcoming events, outreach initiatives, and ways to stay connected with EOVS and the veteran community.