Tag: renewables

U.S. Manufacturing Partners Save $9B in Energy Costs Under ‘Better Plants’ Program

By Facilities Management Advisor Staff Oct 15, 2021 Green Building

Updated: Oct 19, 2021

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released the Fall 2021 Better Buildings, Better Plants progress update. The report highlights more than 250 manufacturers and water utilities that have introduced energy efficiency and decarbonization measures, cumulatively saving $9.3 billion in energy costs and 1.9 quadrillion British thermal units (Btus)—more energy than the state of Wisconsin consumes […]

Could Solar Pay for Your Next Facility Roof?

By Daryl A. Pilon, Business Development Director, Standard Solar Sep 9, 2021 Green Building

Updated: Sep 9, 2021

So, you’re facing the relatively high cost of replacing or restoring your facility’s aging roof. Is there any way a solar project could help with the cost? The answer is most certainly yes! Like countless businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations across the country, you may have already taken specific steps to attain better energy efficiency […]