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“For small businesses, it can be overwhelming to prioritize energy efficiency projects when you’re managing day-to-day operations, and you don’t have a staff dedicated to energy management,” said Eversource Energy Efficiency Spokesperson Kate Peters. “Liberty is a great example of a local business taking advantage of energy efficiency solutions to cut energy use and save money, which has taken on even greater importance for customers in light of the pandemic.”
The interior lighting upgrades at Liberty include its wash bay area, main shops, and shop offices and are not only helping the company save money, but are also creating a better environment for employees and customers. The company is planning additional exterior lighting upgrades at both its Manchester facility and Barrington location to optimize its energy use further and maximize energy savings.
“Safety and sustainability are two big components of our business,” said Liberty International Trucks Director of Service Operations Dave Mullen. “The work at our Manchester facility is starting to pick back up again, and with the new high-performance lighting, it’s much brighter and more comfortable, and we are more productive. Additionally, we know that between the energy cost savings and reduced maintenance hours, we’ll be putting dollars back into our bottom line. With the uncertainty and challenges created by the pandemic over the last six months, reinvesting these savings in our company will help us continue to succeed.”
Rexel worked with Eversource to help Liberty implement the lighting project and install the new equipment at its Manchester facility. Rexel employs over 35 people across its five locations in New Hampshire and supports Eversource’s energy efficiency programs across the state.
“One of my favorite parts of my job is working with and supporting local businesses like Liberty who understand the long-term value of improving their facility,” said Rexel New Hampshire Energy Solutions Specialist Michele Colotti. “Together with Eversource, we are committed to offering local businesses customized solutions that lower energy use, improve their work environment, lower the cost of facility maintenance, and enhance overall sustainability – all of which is vitally important as businesses continue to navigate through the pandemic.”
In June, Eversource restarted its in-person energy efficiency services with enhanced health and safety guidelines and increased incentives for energy efficiency projects with a range of offerings for residential, small business, municipal and commercial & industrial customers. Customers interested in an energy assessment or other energy efficiency services and rebates should visit the Save Money & Energy section of Eversource.com for more information.
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