Simplifying Energy Retrofits in 2026: Why Integration Matters More Than Ever 

For many organizations, energy retrofits are handled in separate conversations, by different vendors, on different timelines. That fragmentation is one of the biggest reasons retrofit projects stall, budgets stretch, and projected savings don’t fully materialize. 

 At NES, our commitment for 2026 is simple. 

Deliver integrated retrofit solutions that remove procurement friction while maximizing measurable energy outcomes. 

Energy efficiency projects rarely fail because of technology. They fail because of process complexity: 

• Lighting upgrades are scoped separately from HVAC electrification 

• EV charging gets introduced late, without infrastructure planning 

• Incentive opportunities are identified after product decisions are made 

• Procurement delays push installs into peak seasons 

• Contractors spend time sourcing instead of building 

The result? 

Higher project costs, longer timelines, and missed savings. This year, we are changing that conversation. At NES, integration means aligning design, supply, incentives, and logistics from the beginning. 

Instead of asking, “What product do you need?” 
We ask, “What outcomes are you trying to achieve?” 

From there, we coordinate: 

• Efficient Lighting (LEDRetro) 

Upgrades that reduce maintenance and operating costs while improving visibility, safety, and occupant experience. 

• Electrified Heating & Cooling (HeatRetro) 

Heat pump solutions designed for real-world performance, cold climates, and staged portfolio transitions. 

• EV Charging Infrastructure (EVRetro) 

Workplace, fleet, and facility charging solutions planned with future scalability in mind. 

• Procurement & Logistics 

One supply partner coordinating materials, lead times, and fulfillment so projects don’t slow down midstream. 

• Incentives & Program Alignment 

Early identification of utility rebates and funding structures to lower upfront costs and improve ROI. 

 

Who This Matters Most For in 2026 

• Facility Managers 
  Planning capital projects and trying to balance reliability, budget, and long-term operating costs. 

• Contractors 
  Looking for supply partners who reduce sourcing headaches and support real installation timelines. 

• Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) 
  Building performance-based projects that require reliable materials, technical alignment, and incentive coordination. 

If you are responsible for any part of a retrofit project lifecycle, integration is no longer optional, it is a competitive advantage. 

 

Through the year, we will be sharing practical tools designed to make retrofit execution easier: 

• Case studies with modeled payback scenarios 

• Contractor toolkits and specification support 

• Rebate and incentive alerts 

• Product-ready retrofit kits 

• Planning guidance for multi-site rollouts 

Our goal is not just to supply products, it’s to help projects move from audit to install with fewer obstacles and clearer results. 

 

The NES Commitment 

We believe energy retrofits should be: 

✔ Easier to plan 
✔ Easier to procure 
✔ Easier to install 
✔ Easier to justify financially 

That’s what integration delivers. 

And that’s the standard we are setting in 2026.