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What is the EEC bonus for businesses?
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February 13, 2026
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As part of the implementation of Law No. 2005-781 on “Programming setting out the Guidelines for Energy Policy”, financial aid may be granted under certain conditions to companies wishing to carry out energy performance work.
This is the system of energy savings certificates (CEE). It aims to reduce the investments of professionals as part of the ecological transition. SirEnergies gives information on The EEC premium for businesses.
The EEC bonus for businesses: what are the challenges?
Energy saving certificates (or C2E/CEE) make it possible to accurately trace the actions carried out by the actors concerned to achieve energy savings. In this case, their production and their valorization encourage the control of energy consumption by companies through the optimization of items such as insulation, ventilation, heating, lighting, airconditioning, electrical equipment...
The specific objectives of the EEC grant
This financial assistance seeks primarily to reduce the costs of energy renovation work for professionals. For some, it is thus possible to remove the major obstacle posed by a high construction site amount.
Second, by allowing work to be carried out to improve the energy performance of the company's buildings and equipment, it is energy consumption that is sustainably reduced, and therefore the energy bill that is decreasing.
On a larger scale, it is sustainable development who is concerned. Greenhouse gas emissions from professional buildings are limited, which is delaying global warming. Energy sources are thus preserved.
The obligation relating to the EEC system for businesses
Under penalty of sanctions from the State, obligated persons (energy and fuel suppliers) are required to obtain EWCs by financing all or part of the energy efficiency work to be carried out by the eligible persons (companies).
The EEC premium for companies: what work is involved?
Primarily, the works eligible for this grant are listed on standardized sheets published by the Ministry of Ecological Transition. They define the requirements to be met before the issuance of EECs, as well as the associated lump-sum energy savings amounts.
In addition to the CEE work on the standardized sheets, there are also some specific works that require a previous energy diagnosis carried out in due form to be eligible for the CEE innovation grant. We talk most often about:
- insulation work (exterior and interior walls, roofs, roofs, attics, windows, floors, etc.),
- thermal work (repair of an air conditioning and ventilation system, change of the heating system for heat pump water/water or air/water, with wood pellets... ),
- energy performance contracts,
- work to replace equipment or adapt the production chain to save electricity or gas in business processes.
In general, it is therefore necessary to ensure that the work is really optimizing. energy efficiency professional premises while promoting renewable energies.
EEC bonus: which professionals are concerned?
The standardized forms for CEE grant applications are intended for professionals in:
- tertiary sector,
- collective residential sector (trustee, landlord, condominium...) ),
- industrial sector,
- agricultural sector,
- transport sector,
- network sector.
Under certain specific conditions, companies owning a residential building or owners of housing through the SCI regime can also benefit from CEEs for their energy renovation work.
How is the amount of the EEC premium calculated?
The amount of the aid can be determined using the specifications of the standardized, specific or program forms.
Factors that may affect the determination of the amount
These include the nature of the work, the energy savings associated with the investment, the characteristics of the building or equipment concerned, the location of business premises. The amount also varies between suppliers.
Cumac kWh, an essential computing component
Unit of measure for energy savings, Cumac kWh makes it possible to accumulate and update the number of megawatt hours saved according to the estimated lifespan of the new installation. The devaluation of the product is calculated by considering a 4% discount rate.
Businesses: how do I apply for a EEC grant?
After comparing the respective premium amounts from each provider, you can choose the operator whose help best fits your needs. You must then send him a request for help supported by unsigned estimates drawn up by RGE (Recognized Environmental Guarantor) professionals for the work to be carried out.
The supplier will analyze your application to confirm its eligibility for the CEE. If the study is satisfactory, the company then receives a letter of commitment to start the work with the guarantee of obtaining financing.
As soon as the work is completed, the file must be completed with the supporting documents requested by the energy supplier (invoices, sworn certification, etc.). The supplier will instruct the CEE filing file with the CEE National Center to make you benefit from the energy saving bonus as soon as possible.
The system of energy savings certificates is thus an important tool for the effective achievement of the sustainable development goals set by France. From the beginning to the end of work as part of the ecological transition, companies can benefit from financial and technical support from the supplier of their choice. You can use SirEnergies to find the energy supplier that best suits the realization of your project.
Do not hesitate to consult our article to understand everything about Energy check.
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Les profits include a direct reduction in bills, strengthened budgetary forecasting and better control of consumption. Businesses gain visibility and efficiency thanks to adapted tools.
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