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A recent survey found that 80 percent of real estate investors and managers have sustainability strategies and dedicated resources to implement it. What’s more is that 60 percent have been collecting and reporting energy consumption data this year. The 2012 Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) Report  included data from 450 property companies that provides […]

Ideal for grocery stores, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and other large buildings, zoo fans are sure to impress. These functional and stylish fans gently mix the air, eliminating hot and cold spots. Here are some more benefits: Lower energy consumption by 20-40% Above-average return on investment Improve creature comfort Lower operating costs Easy to install Easy […]

The Missouri Public Service Commission approved one of the most aggressive energy efficiency plans in the state. Under the plan, Ameren, which serves 1.2 million electric and 127,000 natural gas customers in eastern and central Missouri, will invest $147 million over three years. The company will fund several programs that seek to reduce electricity use […]

According to a new Deloitte report, improving energy efficiency at America’s businesses is as important to brand building as it is to growing the bottom line. The “reSources 2012” study showed that 85% of companies claimed that electricity cost reductions are essential to saving costs, and an 81% of those believe that going green was […]

Corporate sustainability is not for the weak of heart. In fact, making the switch to energy efficiency does take a certain amount of commitment to the project and its future benefits. But, that doesn’t mean it’s not possible. Here is a simple, straightforward and effective approach, developed by Yudelson Associates, to create corporate sustainability in […]

While a plunge in the price of natural gas makes it cheaper for utilities to produce electricity, the electricity rates aren’t lowering for customers. Instead, U.S. electricity prices are going up, and expected to rise during this summer. Analysts at the Department of Energy attribute the rising electricity prices to several factors: “In many states, […]

February 22, 2012 The Kansas City Star released information regarding KCP&L’s decision to cut the energy-efficiency rebate program. Over 270,000 customers in the Kansas City area will lose the benefit of the company’s energy conservation program. What does this mean for you as a business in the KCP&L covered area? It means that in approximately […]

Red Robin's corporate restaurants began using LED lighting three years ago and save $600,000 in electricity costs annually. LED lighting was installed in a further 22 franchised locations earlier this year, expected to save the restaurants $117,000 annually. (source: reuter.com) Many companies are not aware of the financial incentives and rebates in place to aid […]

On April 15th KCP&L filed with the KCC (KS Corp. Commission) to suspend the Commercial & Industrial Rebate Program in Kansas.  This request was approved on June 22, 2011. DON'T WAIT-  Call Now for your AUDIT 913.310.0705! Completed applications MUST be filed BEFORE Friday, July 22, 2011!  Once your application is approved you will have 6 […]