Name

Verde Energy Efficiency Experts

Legal name

Verde Energy Efficiency Experts

Website

https://verde.expert

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Energy Efficiency Services

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (33513)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Cooling, Water/Steam Cycle & Balance-of-Plant Retrofits (Condensers, Cooling Towers) (EUAEALAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compliance, Safety & Code-Driven Retrofit Programs (NERC CIP, arc-flash, OSHA) (EUAEALAO), Transformer/Driver/Power Supply Service & Replacement (HSAIAHAL)

Keywords

• Commercial energy efficiency
• LED lighting retrofit
• Commercial HVAC upgrades
• Utility rebate consulting
• EV charging installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Energy Efficiency Consulting and Project Implementation: Verde provides end-to-end energy efficiency projects including assessment, solution design, installation, and post-installation verification. They guarantee to maximize utility rebates and incentives for clients. Revenue is generated through project-based fees where clients pay for the net cost after subtracting utility rebates and tax credits.
2. LED and HVAC Product Sales and Distribution: Verde operates as a certified ComEd Instant Discounts distributor, selling LED lamps, tubes, and fixtures at discounted prices directly to commercial customers. They stock products at their warehouse for customer pickup and offer free site visits to ensure correct product selection.
3. Lamp and Ballast Recycling Services: Verde charges clients a fee to recycle fluorescent lamps and accepts ballasts/wires at no charge, selling the scrap (copper, aluminum) to offset costs. They also offer recycling bins for sale (per unit or subscription) for ongoing client needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Verde Energy Efficiency Experts is a Chicagoland-based energy efficiency consulting and installation firm that delivers turnkey commercial LED lighting retrofits, high-efficiency HVAC upgrades, Very High Efficiency (VHE) heat pump systems, EV charging station installations, and retro-commissioning engineering services. The company bundles free on-site assessments, in-house installation crews, and utility rebate capture (ComEd, Ameren) into project-based engagements, and operates an in-house lamp and ballast recycling service at its 20,000 sq ft Chicago warehouse.

Product overview

Verde Energy Efficiency Experts is a service-based energy efficiency consulting and installation company operating since 2010 in Chicagoland. The company offers a portfolio of energy-saving solutions centered around LED Lighting and Controls (interior, exterior, high bay, low bay), High Efficiency Commercial HVAC systems, Commercial Heat Pump Systems (VHE/Very High Efficiency), and Commercial EV Car Chargers. These core offerings are complemented by add-on modules including Smart Thermostats, Daylight and Occupancy Sensors, Smart Power Strips, and Weatherstripping services. Verde also provides engineering services through Retro-Commissioning (RCx) and offers free Commercial Energy Efficiency Assessments. The company leverages utility incentive programs including ComEd Instant Discounts and Ameren Illinois rebates to maximize client savings. Products used include Philips/Signify branded LED solutions (Evokit, tubes, drivers). Verde positions itself as a turnkey provider from initial assessment through installation and utility incentive management, with a focus on rapid ROI (often under 2 years).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial LED Lighting and Controls Commercial LED lighting retrofit solutions covering interior, exterior, high bay, low bay fixtures, LED tubes, and smart lighting controls with occupancy and daylight sensors for businesses and public-sector facilities in Chicagoland.
• High Efficiency Commercial HVAC Upgrades Commercial HVAC system upgrades, rooftop unit replacements with high-efficiency equipment, demand-controlled ventilation, and smart thermostat integration for commercial buildings, restaurants, warehouses, and public facilities.
• Commercial Heat Pump Systems (VHE HVAC) Very High Efficiency HVAC systems combining Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat pump technology with energy recovery ventilators for commercial decarbonization, targeting 60%+ energy reduction compared to traditional gas heating.
• Commercial EV Charging Station Installation Level 2 and DC fast EV charging station installation for commercial properties, hotels, and public buildings with software integration (EV Match, EV Energy Group) for payment processing and reservations.
• Retro-Commissioning (RCx) Engineering Services Facility energy management system analysis and engineering services that identify low-cost operational improvements to existing building systems, typically delivering 5-15% annual energy cost savings.
• Free Commercial Energy Efficiency Assessment No-cost on-site building energy audit that analyzes utility usage, HVAC equipment, lighting, controls, building envelope, and refrigeration to develop a detailed custom report of energy conservation measures and projected savings.
• Lamp, Ballast and Wiring Recycling Services Fee-based recycling service for fluorescent lamps, ballasts, and wiring using an in-house bulb crushing machine with HEPA filtration; scrap commodities sold to offset client disposal costs and recycling boxes available for purchase or subscription.
• ComEd Instant Discounts LED Product Distribution Point-of-sale distribution of discounted LED lamps, tubes, PARs, exit signs, and qualifying HVAC equipment to ComEd commercial customers via Verde's certified Instant Discounts distributor status, enabling self-install with utility rebates applied at purchase.

Quantifiable outcome

• 675+ businesses helped reduce energy use since 2010
• +10 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Delta InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Delta Institute is a Chicago-based environmental nonprofit founded in 1998. Verde has noted that two of their employees have participated in Delta's Emerging Leaders Board, and Delta has provided sustainability leadership and inspiration to Verde's team.
• ComEd (Commonwealth Edison)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVerde is a certified ComEd Instant Discounts distributor and Service Provider for ComEd's Standard Program and Retro-Commissioning program. They also participate in ComEd's Distressed Communities Program administered by SEDAC. ComEd promotes Verde as an approved vendor within their energy efficiency program materials.
• Ameren IllinoiscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVerde is an active Business Program Ally for Ameren Illinois, connecting commercial and industrial facilities in central and southern Illinois with Ameren's energy efficiency incentives for lighting, HVAC, refrigeration, and ground-source heat pumps.
• SEDAC (Smart Energy Design Assistance Center)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSEDAC administers the ComEd Distressed Communities Program, for which Verde is a service provider and distributor. SEDAC provides technical assistance and program oversight while Verde delivers the on-the-ground energy efficiency installations.
• Blue Energy GroupminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBlue Energy Group is an outside engineering firm that Verde recommends to clients for 179D tax credit measurement and validation. They support Verde's tax credit filings and have never lost an audit when justifying the Energy-Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction.
• Working Together ChicagominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorking Together Chicago partnered with Verde to staff Kyle as Verde's recycling technician. This is a workforce development partnership connecting local talent with green jobs in the sustainability sector.
• Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)minorOthersIEPA highly recommends recycling fluorescent lamps in Illinois and requires proper disposal for facilities participating in the Commonwealth Edison Energy Efficiency Program. Verde operates in compliance with and benefits from awareness of IEPA guidelines for lamp disposal.
• Argonne National LaboratoryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVerde has contacted Argonne National Laboratory to research recycling machine equipment costs and capabilities as part of their exploration of expanding local scrap processing operations.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• CLEAResult: Largest North American ESCO operating utility energy-efficiency programs across many states. Overlaps with Verde in commercial LED/HVAC rebate-driven retrofits but operates at a far larger scale with a national footprint.
• Franklin Energy: National implementation contractor for utility energy efficiency programs, delivering turnkey lighting, HVAC, and controls retrofits. Directly comparable GTM—free assessments, rebate maximization, in-house crews—materially larger scale.
• Willdan Energy Solutions: Provides commercial energy efficiency consulting, retro-commissioning, and rebate administration. Acquired Lime Energy. Similar service mix to Verde's retro-commissioning and lighting/HVAC retrofit offerings.
• Noresco: Long-established ESCO offering turnkey energy efficiency, HVAC, and lighting retrofits under performance contracting and utility program delivery. Comparable service stack and customer base to Verde.
• Energy Systems Group (ESG): Designs and implements energy efficiency, LED lighting, and controls upgrades for commercial, K-12, and government customers. Highly comparable service mix and customer segments to Verde, at larger scale.
• WGL Energy Services (now AltaGas): Multi-state ESCO providing turnkey energy efficiency services, distributed energy resources, and sustainability consulting to commercial and government customers across multiple U.S. regions.
• ABM Industry Groups (Energy Services): Facility services giant with a dedicated energy services group delivering lighting retrofits, HVAC upgrades, and EV charging installations to commercial clients nationwide. Broad incumbent with overlapping solutions.

Regional players

• Kelso-Burnett Company: Chicago-area electrical and lighting contractor serving commercial and industrial clients. Direct regional competitor for commercial LED installation and electrical contracting work in the same Chicagoland market.

Others

• TRC Companies: Engineering and consulting firm with a sizable energy efficiency and decarbonization practice serving utilities and commercial clients. Adjacent peer—sells similar advisory services but does not typically self-perform installation work.
• DNV Energy Systems: Independent energy and sustainability consultancy working on building energy audits, retro-commissioning, and program evaluation. Comparable on the assessment/RCx side of Verde's offering rather than installation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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