Companies Utilize Energize Connecticut Programs to Achieve Energy Savings, Maximize Efficiency

The United Illuminating Company and Eversource provide programs and services through the Energize Connecticut initiative to help small and large companies across the state strategically manage energy use—making them more efficient and helping the bottom line. These programs connect businesses with resources to achieve smart energy solutions by identifying areas for improvement, finding qualified contractors and vendors and providing incentives and financing to support updates.

In today’s environment, energy efficiency is key to maintaining a competitive edge. Companies of any size or industry—from small retailers and restaurants to medical facilities, academic institutions or even municipalities—can realize the benefits of energy efficiency. Energy-saving improvements can reduce operating costs by addressing key areas of building and maintenance. A range of energy-efficient measures and improvements are available, including upgrades to lighting, heating and cooling systems, refrigeration and natural gas.

Whether renovating facilities and workspaces, replacing equipment or building a space from the ground up, the benefits of energy saving improvements can quickly outweigh the costs when considering long-term financial savings of improved efficiency. Financial assistance through Energize Connecticut programs allows businesses to make the changes needed to become more energy efficient.

“We understand the importance of energy efficiency and strive to help local businesses reduce their usage and improve their operations,” said Pat McDonnell, Senior Director, Conservation and Load Management of The United Illuminating Company. “As a utility, we can provide local businesses with experts to assess their unique needs and make customized plans for energy upgrades that are feasible for their business.”

Thousands of Connecticut businesses have benefitted from these programs and now enjoy reduced operating costs. Watch how some of these local businesses have successfully utilized resources:

• Riverview Bistro in Stratford, CT
• CT Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, CT
• Calabro Cheese in East Haven, CT
• Dunkin’ Donuts in Torrington, CT

An energy-efficient future is within reach with the help of these programs. Businesses of all types can access expertise of their local utility for audits and to make customized energy improvement plans.

Energize Connecticut programs are a partnership of the Energy Efficiency Fund, the Connecticut Green bank, and local electric and gas utilities and are funded by a charge on customer energy bills. Information on energy efficiency programs can be found at EnergizeCT.com or by calling 1-877-WISE.USE.