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Benefits

We're committed to supporting the contractors, retailers, distributors, Real Estate Professionals, manufacturers and others who make Energy Trust successful. Trade ally membership is free and the benefits are outstanding. Joining our network is good for your business and your customers. Once you've reviewed the membership requirements, take a few minutes to start the process today.

  • Business leads. When customers call us and need a contractor, we refer them to local trade allies.
  • Cash incentives. We give cash back (or discounts) to you or your customers for completing energy-efficiency or renewable energy projects. Take advantage of seasonal promotions and discounts that deliver added value to your customers.
  • Tax credit assistance. We provide you and your customers with information about applying for applicable state and federal energy tax credits.
  • Specialized training. We offer classes designed to improve your understanding of emerging technologies, and in techniques to increase your equipment and service sales.
  • Access to special financing. Offer customers GreenStreet Lending, an innovative alliance between Energy Trust and Umpqua Bank designed to help homeowners and businesses access affordable financing for energy projects.
  • Technical assistance. Enjoy on-site assistance and access to energy experts. We also provide free energy-use analyses that evaluate your customers' current energy use and identify ways to improve efficiency (subject to program specifications and requirements).
  • Promotional materials and publicity. Market your business with Energy Trust materials. Benefit from being listed on Energy Trust's website and from being featured in case studies, news releases and more.
  • Cooperative marketing funds. Energy Trust provides funds to offset a portion of your qualified marketing costs.
  • A voice in shaping our direction. Attend periodic roundtables to share feedback, network with other energy professionals, make requests and get the assistance you need from us.
  • Industry connections. Join our network and you immediately become part of an extensive group of distributors, contractors and manufacturers with the latest innovations from the field.

Want to know more about the benefits of trade ally membership? Please or call 1.866.368.7878.