Food Service and Vending
Food service equipment can consume a lot of energy and water—sometimes needlessly. Businesses looking to save should look for ENERGY STAR®-qualified equipment that can help them cut down on their energy and water costs.
In addition to lowering energy costs, efficiency improvements can enhance the comfort, appearance, and ambiance of your restaurant, cafeteria, or kitchen for your guests and staff. Simple changes to your kitchen, such as locating cooking line appliances as close to the hood as possible, fixing water leaks, and setting water heaters to proper temperatures can save energy with simply the investment of time. Standard rebates for District businesses and enhanced rebates for small businesses in the District are now available from the DCSEU for qualified equipment.
After September 30, 2021, in line with District policy and the Clean Energy DC Plan, the DCSEU will make the following updates in regards to rebates and incentives for natural gas projects and equipment in commercial, institutional, and multifamily buildings:
The DCSEU will no longer offer rebates/incentives for the following new gas equipment installed in market-rate commercial, institutional, and multifamily buildings:
- Gas Steam Cookers
- Gas Combination Ovens
- Gas Convection Ovens
- Gas Griddles
- Gas Fryers
- Pre-Spray Rinse Valves Full/Fast Food Service w/ Gas Water Heating
The DCSEU MAY still provide incentives and technical support for operations & maintenance (O&M) efficiency measures for existing gas equipment for all commercial and multifamily (market-rate and affordable) properties.
Custom Rebates
Not sure where to start? Don't see a rebate listed for your equipment? The DCSEU's Account Management team can help you make the right choice for your business. Find out more about custom rebates.
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Rebates
| Food Service Equipment |
Standard Rebate (Until December 31, 2022)
| Small Business Rebate (Under 10,000 sq. ft. Until December 31, 2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Food Holding Cabinet (electric) | $300 | $450 |
| Combination Oven (electric) | $600 | $900 |
| Convection Oven (electric) | $230 | $345 |
| Griddle (electric) | $250 | $375 |
| Spray Rinse Valve (≤ 1.0 GPM) | $40 | $60 |
| Dishwashing Equipment |
Standard Rebate (Until December 31, 2021) | Small Business Rebate (Under 10,000 sq. ft. Until December 31, 2022) |
|
Pre-Spray Rinse Valve Full/Fast Food Service w/ Electric Water Heating |
$40 | $60 |
| Vending Equipment |
Standard Rebate (Until December 31, 2022)
| Small Business Rebate (Under 10,000 sq. ft. Until December 31, 2022) |
| Vending Machine Controllers | $50 | NA |
| Plug-Load Occupancy Sensor* | $20 | NA |
| Misc. |
Standard Rebate (Until December 31, 2022)
| Small Business Rebate (Under 10,000 sq. ft. Until December 31, 2022) |
| Smart Power Strip (Tier 1) | $14 | $21 |
Resources
Download the ENERGY STAR® Action Workbook for small business owners and staff who want to increase the energy and water efficiency of their properties by creating and implementing a realistic and cost-effective energy improvement program.
Eligibility
All projects must be submitted for pre-approval prior to the purchase of equipment. Applications that are not submitted for pre-approval are not guaranteed to receive rebates from the DCSEU.
Total rebates are limited to $50,000 per location, per fiscal year. View all the Terms and Conditions.
For questions about equipment rebates, or for questions about embarking on energy efficiency upgrades in your business, please contact the DCSEU at 202-479-2222 or [email protected].