FAQ's
How does offering an energy efficiency rebate program
benefit my company?
With a growing focus on green initiatives and sustainable operations, corporations are recognizing the importance of including more environmentally conscious actions into their corporate culture. Offering energy efficiency rebates for your employees is a great way to increase employee satisfaction and can improve employee retention in a competitive job market. By partnering with C3, your company would be one of the early adopters of corporate based green initiatives designed to get employees engaged-putting you in a competitive position in growing global market.
How do our employees apply for a rebate?
The online application process is
quick and easy. An application tool is customized for your company and housed
on your Intranet. From there, employees apply and upload their receipts in four
simple steps, reducing paper waste and processing times.
What kind of support does C3 provide to participating employees?
C3 provides customer support with a toll free number and e-mail address specifically
for corporate clients. All e-mails and phone messages are returned promptly by
knowledgeable staff responsible for processing the rebates.
Does C3 provide program analysis and results to clients?
C3 provides quarterly reports
providing updates on employee rebate participation, greenhouse gas reductions
and all accounting details. Annual reports are also provided to conclude each
year with program details and updates. A payroll summary is sent out at the end
of each month with a year to date total of all rebates processed. These
reporting measures keep clients up to date and provide their accounting
department with an accessible database for taxing.
Can I pick which rebates are available to my employees?
Yes. You can start with as many
or as few rebate items as your company chooses. We suggest continually adding
rebate items each year to keep the program fresh for employees and provide an
additional incentive for those who have previously participated to continue to
do so. As energy efficiency requirements change over time so will your program
requirements. Having the ability to add
and remove products from your company's rebate program ensures that you can
continue to offer beneficial rebates to your employees.
I would like to offer a rebate item to my employee that
is not currently on your product list, can I add a product?
C3 focuses on energy efficient
and environmentally beneficial products. Any new product is subject to research to
ensure its environmental beneficial and to establish appropriate rebate amounts
and program requirements. Any item you
wish to add would be subject to additional costs in order to cover the
administration and IT requirements of adding a new product to our tool and
program documentation.
Can I set up this program for a
limited time?
Yes, for example, the
Eco Kit has been designed to be available to employees during a two week window
in the spring and fall. Many clients who
offer energy efficiency rebates set up a multi-year arrangement with the
potential to add or change products as they go.
Who currently uses this program?
We are currently working
with Encana, Enmax, and Cenovus Energy, and have been operating corporate
rebate programs since 2008. Our corporate clients are always expanding and we
look forward to offering additional programs and services in the future.
How can I promote this
internally?
C3 provides marketing
and communications support as required, including Lunch and Learn sessions, and
can work with clients to develop internal promotions and marketing materials as
needed.
What is the typical dollar value
of a green spending account per employee?
Some corporations
have no limit on the account; rather, they limit the number of rebates each
employee can apply for. Other clients
have established green spending accounts that range from $600 to $1,000. The choice is
yours depending on your needs and internal budget.
As a not-for-profit organization,
how does C3 generate revenue to stay viable?
We charge fees for licensing
and developing the products and tools, and a minimum transaction fee per rebate
item. As a not-for-profit organization, all of our revenue goes towards program
development, support and staffing. Any additional revenue is rolled back into
our operations to achieve our core mandate of dealing with climate change and
transforming the way energy is sourced and utilized.
Who can I contact for more information?
Contact Carey Booth at 403.517.2723 or cbooth@C-3.ca
or find us at: Suite 600, 110-9 Avenue SW, Calgary T2P 0T1
|
