--- title: Capital Investment description: Budderfly is transforming energy management for businesses by harnessing unique technology to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy. image: https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/Capex-Landing-Page-1280x720.png --- [Careers](https://omsbdrflyprd.wpengine.com/careers/) [![Portal Login](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/20472728/b14da822-cd99-48ce-b039-a18781490a06.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/20472728/b14da822-cd99-48ce-b039-a18781490a06) [![Budderfly](https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Budderfly_December2023/images/header-logo.svg "Budderfly")](https://omsbdrflyprd.wpengine.com/) - [Energy as a Service](https://www.budderfly.com/energy-service/) - [Equipment](https://www.budderfly.com/energy-service/equipment/) - [Smart Technology Monitoring](https://www.budderfly.com/our-technology/) - [How We Innovate](https://www.budderfly.com/energy-service/how-we-innovate/) - [Measuring & Billing Technology](https://www.budderfly.com/energy-service/measuring-billing-technology/) - [Who We Serve](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/) - [Restaurants](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/fast-casual-restaurants/) - [Corporate & Enterprise](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/enterprise/) - [Hospitality](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/hospitality/) - [Healthcare & Fitness](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/healthcare-fitness/) - [Schools & Universities](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/schools-universities/) - [Retail](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/chain-retail/) - [Convenience Stores](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/convenience-stores/) - [Manufacturing](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/manufacturing/) - [Resources](https://blog.budderfly.com/) - [Blog](https://blog.budderfly.com/) - [Case Studies](https://case-studies.budderfly.com/) - [Customer Testimonials](https://www.budderfly.com/resources/customer-testimonials/) - [Thought Leadership](https://info.budderfly.com/) - 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[Corporate & Enterprise](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/enterprise/) - [Hospitality](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/hospitality/) - [Healthcare & Fitness](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/healthcare-fitness/) - [Schools & Universities](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/schools-universities/) - [Retail](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/chain-retail/) - [Convenience Stores](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/convenience-stores/) - [Manufacturing](https://www.budderfly.com/the-budderfly-effect/manufacturing/) - [Resources](https://blog.budderfly.com/) - [Blog](https://blog.budderfly.com/) - [Case Studies](https://case-studies.budderfly.com/) - [Customer Testimonials](https://www.budderfly.com/resources/customer-testimonials/) - [Thought Leadership](https://info.budderfly.com/) - [News](https://news.budderfly.com/) - [About](https://www.budderfly.com/about/) - [Executive Team](https://www.budderfly.com/executive-team/) - [Leadership](https://www.budderfly.com/leadership/) - [Board of Directors](https://www.budderfly.com/board-of-directors/) - [Mission](https://www.budderfly.com/about/mission/) [Careers](https://omsbdrflyprd.wpengine.com/careers/) [![Portal Login](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/20472728/b14da822-cd99-48ce-b039-a18781490a06.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/20472728/b14da822-cd99-48ce-b039-a18781490a06) ## Energy equipment is expensive. ## Let us pay for it. ##### Budderfly supplies, installs and manages high-efficiency energy systems like HVAC, LED lighting, refrigeration enhancements, and smart controls with zero upfront cost.\* ### See how much your locations could save. ##### Reduce energy usage by up to 30%.  Preserve capital for other business priorities. ## Why pay thousands when you could pay nothing? Investment estimates based on average square footage of a typical Budderfly customer's facility. | Equipment | Typical Cost | With Budderfly | | --- | --- | --- | | Commercial HVAC Avg. 2 units per site | $52,000 | $0 | | Smart Thermostat Avg. 2 thermostats per site | $3,000 | $0 | | LED LIGHTING RETROFIT Full facility retrofit | $6,500 | $0 | | REFRIGERATION Cooler & freezer enhancements | $8,000 | $0 | | Battery Storage Avg. 2 units per site | $16,000 per unit | $0 | | Total With all equipment installed | $101,500 | $0 | \*Investment estimates based on average square footage of a typical Budderfly customer's facility. $ 248M+  invested in energy infrastructure upgrades 8,500 +  locations trust Budderfly Up to  + 30% energy reduction ##### Our customers ![O Charleys Logo](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/O%20Charleys%20Logo.png?width=150&height=75&name=O%20Charleys%20Logo.png "O Charleys Logo") ![Eyecare Partners Logo-1](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Eyecare%20Partners%20Logo-1.png?width=150&height=75&name=Eyecare%20Partners%20Logo-1.png "Eyecare Partners Logo-1") ![BurgerKing-Logo-150x150](https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/BurgerKing-Logo-150x150.svg "BurgerKing-Logo-150x150") ![CA White Logo-1](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CA%20White%20Logo-1.png?width=150&height=75&name=CA%20White%20Logo-1.png "CA White Logo-1") ![sizzler-logo](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/sizzler-logo.webp?width=150&height=72&name=sizzler-logo.webp "sizzler-logo") ![Healthcare Trust of America Logo-1](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Healthcare%20Trust%20of%20America%20Logo-1.png?width=150&height=75&name=Healthcare%20Trust%20of%20America%20Logo-1.png "Healthcare Trust of America Logo-1") ![Popeyes-Logo-150x150](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Popeyes-Logo-150x150-1.png?width=150&height=150&name=Popeyes-Logo-150x150-1.png "Popeyes-Logo-150x150") ![Ryders Health Logo](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ryders%20Health%20%20Logo.png?width=100&height=100&name=Ryders%20Health%20%20Logo.png "Ryders Health Logo") ![KFC Logo](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=75&height=75&name=download.png "KFC Logo") ##### **The average commercial facility wastes 25–35% of its energy.** Fixing that problem requires capital, expertise, and time that most teams don’t have. **Budderfly removes those barriers.**   ##### **Customer testimonials** **“It's a win-win-win: better for members, better for our business, and better for the planet.”** —  Mitch Benson, Owner, OrangeTheory, EPG **“I know it sounds too good to be true, but they’ve been true to their word. You don’t have to put up any money, and they do bring you savings.”** —  Spencer Hart, Franchise Owner, Sonic/Jersey Mike’s **“Literally, a night and day difference after Budderfly came and gone at our store's locations. Nothing but praise from our teams about Budderfly's process and team.”** — Timothy Styler, Vice President, Jackrabbit **“Budderfly has taken equipment management completely off my plate. When an issue arises, I simply email to open a ticket, and Budderfly handles everything—from sourcing the technician to managing the full resolution.”** — Chris Cischke, Owner, Little Caesar's ##### |  TYPICAL COST OF NEW ENERGY EQUIPMENT, PER SITE ##### Why pay thousands when you could pay nothing? Investment estimates based on average square footage of a typical Budderfly customer's facility. | Equipment | Typical Cost | With Budderfly | | --- | --- | --- | | Commercial HVAC Avg. 2 units per site | $52,000 | $0 | | Smart Thermostat Avg. 2 thermostats per site | $3,000 | $0 | | LED Lighting Retrofit Full facility retrofit | $6,500 | $0 | | Refrigeration Cooler & freezer enhancements | $8,000 | $0 | | Solar Panels Avg. 2 units per site | $3,000 | $0 | | Battery Storage Avg. 2 units per site | $3,000 | $0 | \*Investment estimates based on average square footage of a typical Budderfly customer's facility. ##### Case studies [![Capital Investment Landing Page- Case Study-McDonalds-800x514-3](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-%20Case%20Study-McDonalds-800x514-3.png?width=800&height=514&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-%20Case%20Study-McDonalds-800x514-3.png "Capital Investment Landing Page- Case Study-McDonalds-800x514-3")](https://case-studies.budderfly.com/mcdonalds-case-study?hsLang=en) ##### [McDonald's](https://case-studies.budderfly.com/mcdonalds-case-study?hsLang=en) > Budderfly partners with more than 700 McDonald’s franchisees nationwide. We invest $97,600+ per McDonald’s location to modernize energy systems, helping franchises reduce costs and improve operations at scale. [![Capital Investment Landing Page- Case Study-OEM-800x514-4](https://info.budderfly.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-%20Case%20Study-OEM-800x514-4.png?width=800&height=514&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-%20Case%20Study-OEM-800x514-4.png "Capital Investment Landing Page- Case Study-OEM-800x514-4")](https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=6Lhw-qwyNt2bb2wS&v=MgNSBDZSVMY&feature=youtu.be) ##### [OEM Controls](https://youtu.be/MgNSBDZSVMY?si=6Lhw-qwyNt2bb2wS) > Budderfly invested $1.5 million to transform operations at OEM Controls, a manufacturer based in Connecticut. We delivered energy savings, upgraded infrastructure, and long-term resilience for a 55-year-old, family-owned business. ##### **We handle everything.** We’re not a bank, an equipment vendor, or SaaS for energy management. We’re your full-service energy efficiency partner: funding, procurement, installation, and maintenance.   ##### **Sustained investment, continuous optimization.** We deliver ongoing savings and simplified operations. And because we invest in you and become the customer of record with the utility, our success is determined by how much energy you save. **EQUIPMENT** **Industry-leading equipment** Ultra high-efficiency (19-22 IEER, SEER) HVAC, LED lighting, advanced refrigeration controls, rooftop solar, battery energy storage systems, EV charging, geothermal, and more.    **MAINTENANCE** **Full-service maintenance**  100% parts and labor coverage, plus proactive service and repairs.   **BILLING** **Simplified billing &  insights** Consolidated energy data, savings tracking, and operational insights through the Budderfly customer portal.    ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-Thermometer-600x600](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Thermometer-600x600.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Thermometer-600x600.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-Meter-600x600](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Meter-600x600.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Meter-600x600.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-SolarCrane-600x600](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-SolarCrane-600x600.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-SolarCrane-600x600.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-BudderflyLab-600x600](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-BudderflyLab-600x600.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-BudderflyLab-600x600.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-Battery-600x600-1](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Battery-600x600-1.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Battery-600x600-1.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-UHP-600x600](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-UHP-600x600.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-UHP-600x600.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-Portal-600x600-1](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Portal-600x600-1.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Portal-600x600-1.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-HVAC Install-600x600](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-HVAC%20Install-600x600.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-HVAC%20Install-600x600.png) ![Capital Investment Landing Page-ImageCarousel-Solar Roof-600x600](https://20472728.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20472728/hubfs/Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Solar%20Roof-600x600.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=Capital%20Investment%20Landing%20Page-ImageCarousel-Solar%20Roof-600x600.png) ##### **8,500+ businesses trust Budderfly** **Find out what customers are saying about us.** Businesses across all 50 states rely on Budderfly to reduce energy costs, improve operations, and upgrade their facilities. From restaurants to retail and industrial environments, our model delivers measurable, scalable results for both multi-location franchises and enterprise customers. ![Headshot-Chuck-Mckay-640x640](https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/Headshot-Chuck-Mckay-640x640.png) “ Controlling utility costs while keeping guests and employees comfortable is critical. Budderfly’s turnkey model lets us modernize key systems like HVAC, lighting, and energy monitoring without upfront capital.” —  Chuck McKay · McDonald's Franchise Owner ## Nationwide network of licensed contractors & an in-house service team Partnering with 17 contracting groups, including ABM, JCI, and BGIS, to deliver scalable, high-efficiency energy upgrades across the US. - High-efficiency equipment rollouts (HVAC, UHP, BESS) - Nationwide coverage for scalability of operations - Preventative maintenance programs - Trade school & apprenticeship partnerships [Get a free energy savings estimate]({type=EXTERNAL,%20content_id=null,%20href=https://www.budderfly.com/lets-talk/,%20href_with_scheme=https://www.budderfly.com/lets-talk/}) Our Partners 17 contracting groups nationwide --- ![JCI-Logo-600x600](https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/JCI-Logo-600x600.png) ![BGIS-Logo-600x600](https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/BGIS-Logo-600x600.png) ![ABM-Logo-600x600](https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/ABM-Logo-600x600.png) \+ 14 more nationwide ![BDF\_Divider](https://info.budderfly.com/hubfs/BDF_Divider.png "BDF_Divider") ## More from Budderfly Insight and innovations about all things energy efficiency #### [New Energy Efficiency Calculator: How It Helps Businesses Save](https://blog.budderfly.com/calculator-provides-transparency-into-energy-efficiency-costs?hsLang=en) #### [Energy Efficiency: Why Outsourcing Beats DIY Solutions](https://blog.budderfly.com/energy-efficiency-than-to-diy?hsLang=en) #### [A Guide to the Best Practices for Commercial Heat Pump Installation](https://blog.budderfly.com/guide-best-practices-commercial-heat-pump-installation?hsLang=en) [Find more insights](https://blog.budderfly.com/?hsLang=en) Subscribe to receive regular updates straight to your inbox. 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Monitoring and load management can help smooth spikes and reduce demand-related costs." }, "name" : "What are \"Peak Demand\" charges and how do gyms avoid them?" } ] } ```