Rural businesses looking to reduce costs and increase profits have a friend in the Rural Efficient Business Program. REBP gives free energy-efficiency advice and resources to businesses located in communities of 50,000 inhabitants or less and agricultural producers throughout the state. The program, which is part of the New Mexico Economic Development Department’s suite of services, also offers financing options and financial incentives to help businesses put energy-efficient systems in place.
Eligible businesses can apply for a no-cost customized energy site assessment that analyzes all aspects of current energy usage and provides suggestions for how to improve efficiency. The assessment also introduces resources—including financial—to help businesses reduce energy consumption and implement renewable energy systems. Participants report that energy use improvements have reduced their expenses and increased profits.
Errol Baade, production manager of Jack’s Plastic Welding in Aztec, said his company has benefited from REBP. Hear his story at 12:30 on May 6. Listen in and find out how your rural or ag business can benefit.
REBP is a collaborative of New Mexico MEP, NMSU Engineering Business Assistance Center, and the New Mexico Economic Development Department.
Upcoming REBP interview and information session: May 6 at 12:30 pm. REGISTER HERE.