It may not seem like it, but the start of the summer season is only a few weeks away. Now is the time to update summer work uniforms before warm weather sets in. When considering updates, don’t forget that trade allies can receive Business Development Funds from Energy Trust to help offset some of the costs and highlight your status as a trade ally of Energy Trust.

Energy Trust provides Business Development Funds to reimburse trade allies for a portion of their approved marketing costs when they promote Existing Buildings and other Energy Trust programs. When using the Trade Ally of Energy Trust logo and approved language, trade allies can receive reimbursement of 33 percent of allowable marketing costs, up to $15,000 per year for approved projects, subject to budget limitations.

Learn how to make the Trade Ally of Energy Trust logo a part of your summer work uniform. Details and restrictions are available on the Business Development Fund reimbursement application.

If you have questions about Business Development Funds, please contact Aaron Lazelle, trade ally coordinator, at 541.460.1517.