For Small Business Week, PSEG Long Island to host workshop to promote incentives
PSEG Long Island is celebrating Small Business Week (May 4-10) by inviting its small business customers to learn how they can save money through PSEG Long Island’s programs, rebates and grants.
The Small Business Workshop will be held on Thursday, May 8, at 11 a.m. at Zuzu, located at 202 Main St. in Farmingdale.
Participants will receive information on PSEG Long Island’s free energy assessments; economic development grants and bill credit programs; energy efficiency rebates, and electric vehicle (EV) and EV charger incentives. Participants will also get to meet the company’s Business First advocates, who provide PSEG Long Island’s small business customers with concierge service to manage their electricity needs.
Since PSEG Long Island’s economic development initiatives began in 2018, more than $2.8 million has been distributed to local business owners.
To date, 72 businesses have received nearly $2 million in grants under the Main Street Revitalization program, including Zuzu, which opened up last year with help from a $50,000 grant.
The Main Street Revitalization program is a part of Business First, PSEG Long Island’s ongoing initiative to support small businesses on Long Island and in the Rockaways.
Business First also offers the Vacant Space Revival program, which provides up to $10,000 in electric bill discounts for a new business’ first year. Some recipients include Pita Pit Halal Food in Lindenhurst, North Fork Chocolate in Mattituck and Riverhead, Smusht in Port Washington and Sweet Arts in Northport.
In addition to these direct to business grants, local business groups such as chambers of commerce, business improvement districts and civic associations that support businesses are eligible for improvement and beautification grants of up to $10,000 each. Under PSEG Long Island’s Community Thrive Program, business organizations may qualify for reimbursement for items such as outdoor seating areas and tables, planters, and signage to encourage dining and commerce in downtown areas. The grant opportunity is open through Sept. 30.
Along with Business First, PSEG Long Island’s Energy Efficiency group offers significant rebates for heating and cooling, indoor and outdoor lighting, refrigeration and more to help business owners save money while reducing their carbon footprints.Pizza will be provided for workshop attendees. Pre-registration is recommended by emailing [email protected]. For more information on PSEG Long Island’s programs for businesses, visit psegliny.com/BusinessFirst.
