Investments in Green returns are based on a benchmark for owners that have been in business for more than one year. It is important to establish a baseline to determine month-to-month savings.
An equipment supplier, GRC-Pirk and the shop owner participate in a funding process based on projected savings, with each party agreeing on the baseline. All parties want to make sure that the aspects of the investment demonstrate positive cash flow.
| EXAMPLE – ROI Evaluation Matrix |
| Category |
Subsidy Funding |
Investment Options Cost |
Projected Annual Savings |
Simple Payback (years) |
Return on Investment (roi) |
Annual Ecology Progress |
| Energy |
$3,500 |
$11,758 |
$3,100 |
2.7 |
26% |
31.7% |
| Climate |
$1,240 |
$2,350 |
$500 |
2.2 |
21% |
76.4% |
| Water |
$200 |
$480 |
$200 |
1.4 |
42% |
0.9% |
| Waste |
$0 |
$1,400 |
$800 |
1.8 |
57% |
23.1% |
| Commerce |
$0 |
$588 |
$700 |
0.8 |
119% |
1.4% |
| Totals |
$4,940 |
$16,576 |
$5,300 |
2.2 Years |
32% |
26.7% |
Numerous sources of funding for going Green are also available at the national, state and local levels. Visit:
U.S. Certified Green funding sources or
Canadian Green funding to find a variety of ROI sources including grants, tax-credits, loans, etc.
