The Connecticut Green LEAF Schools program guides and recognizes schools for striving to provide effective environmental and sustainability education; to improve the health and wellness of students and staff; and to reduce environmental impacts and costs. Visit the Connecticut Green LEAF Schools...
It can be a big decision to replace equipment if it’s still functioning. But with today’s energy costs, delaying an upgrade can actually cost you money. Investing in energy-efficient equipment can reduce operating costs and improve productivity, ease-of-use, comfort and even...
In today’s environment, energy efficiency is a key element in sustaining the financial health of any organization. We can help. A utility-authorized contractor will advise you on energy-saving strategies and technologies specific to your organization that will deliver the greatest savings...
Retro-commissioning (RCx) is a process to optimize your building’s operations and maintenance. It focuses on how your mechanical equipment, lighting and related controls operate, and how these systems function together. These improvements are supported with sustainable energy...
Trimming your energy costs may be easier and more affordable than you think. We can help you assess your building to identify energy-saving opportunities through improved maintenance practices, equipment repairs and operational changes. Effective operation and maintenance is a cost-effective...
Want to maximize energy performance in your new building? Plan for efficiency from the beginning with help from utility energy experts. They’ll work with you and your design team to identify energy-saving opportunities and integrate them into your plans early – before the...
The Express Service Lighting Rebate is a smart way for organizations to save electricity and cut energy costs by installing high-efficiency lighting. Now with rebates through the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, you can enjoy all the energy-saving benefits without paying a premium price. What...
Investing in a solar thermal or solar hot water (SHW) system can be a smart energy solution for many organizations. If your facility uses a significant amount of hot water for purposes other than space heating, this proven and reliable technology offers long-term savings and performance with low...
Cool Choice is a smart way for nonprofit business customers to save electricity and cut energy costs by installing high-efficiency air conditioning and heat pump systems. Now, with rebates through the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, you can enjoy all the energy-saving benefits of a high...
Make energy savings pay out with low-interest financing for qualified energy-efficient improvements. Coupled with incentives, it can make your project a reality so you can start saving sooner.
Does your nonprofit operate in a building that has high heat and power loads? If so, it’s worth exploring Combined Heat & Power technologies. You could be eligible for a grant, loan or power purchase incentive to offset the cost of investing in equipment to tap into this energy...
Does your commercial, industrial or institutional facility have a high power load or generate large volumes of organic matter? If so, it’s worth exploring On-Site Anaerobic Digester technologies. You could be eligible for a grant, loan or power purchase incentive to offset the...
Want a recipe for success? Turn the commercial kitchen at your organization into a model of efficiency. We make it easy to reduce energy costs and improve performance with rebates on energy-saving ENERGY STAR® equipment. And because many energy-saving options produce less heat, you might also...
A smart way for organizations to save gas and cut energy costs is by installing high-efficiency natural gas heating equipment. With efficiencies of up to 98 percent they are the most efficient heating equipment available. Now with rebates through the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, you can...
Cool down your budget and warm up your building with energy-efficient natural gas infrared heaters. When you install a qualifying low-intensity or high-intensity model, you can receive a rebate of $500-$850 per unit.
With efficiencies of up to 85 percent or more, installing high-efficiency natural gas water heating equipment is a smart way for organizations to save gas and cut energy costs. Now with rebates through the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund you can enjoy all the energy-saving benefits of a high...
Cold beverage vending machines are everywhere, making our lives easier. But machines that run continuously can cost more than $300 a year to operate. There’s a better choice. With motion-sensing technology, you can cut energy costs 20-70 percent simply by powering down the unit when no one...
The SmartLiving Center is part science museum, part hands-on activity center and part home improvement showroom. Whether you visit for a seminar, an event or a tour, you’ll learn how to use energy wisely throughout your home and make smart energy choices.
It’s never been easier – or more important – to teach K-12 students about energy efficiency, conservation and clean, renewable energy. Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) provides the educator training, and lesson materials are free. Now it is easy for you to become...
Even if you’re not ready to invest in a solar energy system for your organization, you can support clean, renewable energy. Sign up for CTCleanEnergyOptions on-line or by calling the supplier of your choice.
