Energy Leaders
Private sector entities represent a significant portion of energy use in the state. DOER's Commonwealth Energy Resource Team (CERT) can help you become an Energy Leader, working toward a cheaper, cleaner energy future. Contact the CERT for an Intake Interview. Tell us about your primary business activities and your energy usage and we'll provide ongoing hands-on assistance. To learn more about energy measures, programs, and information resources, go to the Commonwealth Energy Resource Team web page.
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When it comes to the energy-cost challenge, Massachusetts businesses don't have to go it alone. DOER has created this web resource to showcase private sector Energy Leaders that are employing a variety of energy-saving strategies.
Braun's Express Uses Technology to Reduce Petroleum Consumption
Braun's Express has invested in an array of technological solutions to reduce the amount of diesel fuel consumed by their trucking fleet. The Braun's Express Case Study 
looks at these tools and their implementation by Braun's Express.
EBSCO Publishing Pursues Total Energy Planning
The EBSCO Publishing Case Study reviews their renewable energy and energy efficiency measures. EBSCO Publishing recently installed photovoltaic arrays at their Ipswich, MA facility and utilizes an array of energy efficiency measures.
CISCO Systems Employs Energy Efficiency at Massachusetts Facility
The CISCO Systems Case Study represents the first in a series of Energy Leaders profiles featured on DOER's Website. This fact sheet provides details about energy efficient measures for office spaces. See also:
CISCO Systems and Energy Efficient Data Centers
"Cisco Energy Efficient Data Center Solutions and Best Practices"
This document discusses how IT professionals can better design power and cooling efficiencies in their data centers through the strategic application of technologies.CISCO Systems and Corporate Sustainability Planning
"A New Mindset for Corporate Sustainability"
Fenway Park and Solar Thermal Hot Water
"Fenway Park ready for green power" -Boston.com
Enough solar panels are being installed on the roof to heat a third of the hot water used at the 96-year-old ballpark.
Kraft Group Family of Businesses and Sustainability
The Kraft Group Website provides information about sustainability efforts in each of the Group's core operating companies.
Gillette Stadium and Green Power
"Patriots set to put green power into play" -Boston
The Patriots signed a four-year deal to buy renewable energy credits from distant windmills to match all their game-day electricity needs.Rand Whitney Facilities and the DOE Save Energy Now Program
A plant assessment was conducted under Save Energy Now, an effort of the US Department of Energy (DOE) Industrial Technologies Program. Save Energy Now helps industrial plants improve energy efficiency and productivity.
Dennis Union Church and Energy Efficient Renovation
The Dennis Union Church recently remodeled their space, including increasing their size by 40% and adding central air conditioning. Through incorporating energy efficiency measures and a solar photovoltaic array in their renovation, the Dennis Union Church was able to cut their energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in conjunction with the remodeling. See how they did it here.
Cooley Dickinson Hospital and Biomass Cogeneration (CHP)
Cooley Dickinson Hospital is expanding its long time use of wood chips to heat and cool (with an absorption chiller) the hospital by installing a new biomass combined heat and power (CHP) system that will also generate 80 kW of electricity. The CHP system will add reliability to the hospital's operations and reduce long-term operating costs, providing greater financial capacity to invest in medical equipment crucial for its mission.
Delaware Valley Corporation and Waste Heat Recovery
See the Delaware Valley Corp. Case Study , written by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs' (EEA) Office of Technical Assistance, describing waste heat recovery measures employed at the company's Tewksbury facility.
Seaman Paper and Biomass Cogeneration (CHP)
Seaman is installing a cogeneration plant fired by biomass. See the Seaman Paper Case Study by the Massachusetts EEA's Office of Technical Assistance, which provides details about the CHP and other efficiency measures such as lighting, pumps, and motors.
State Government and Clean Energy – Leading by Example Program
Through various initiatives, LBE works to reduce the overall environmental impacts of state government operations, particularly climate and energy impacts. Executive Order 484 establishes higher energy efficiency standards in the operation of state buildings, setting short- and long-term targets and goals to advance clean energy and efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming.
- The Leading by Example Awards recognize outstanding efforts in implementing sustainable practices among the Commonwealth's state agencies, public institutions of higher education, and municipalities.
- Energy Conservation Project
at Bridgewater State College - LED Exit Signs at the Department of Correction and Springfield Technical Community College
- Computer Management at the Department of Revenue
- Transportation Case Studies
City Government and Clean Energy Efforts for Business
Solar Boston
In June 2007, the City of Boston became one of thirteen inaugural Solar America Cities under the Solar America Initiative of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and launched Solar Boston, a half-million-dollar program to encourage widespread adoption of solar energy in Boston. Solar Boston partners include DOE, the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, DOER, local utilities and unions, an anonymous foundation, and a broad range of local, regional, and national clean energy stakeholders. Those interested in financial support for solar PV outside of Boston should visit the Commonwealth Solar website. If you're in Boston visit these Solar Boston resources:
- Solar Boston Website
- Solar Boston Interactive Map
- Case Study: Boston Building Materials Co-Op and Solar PV
- Case Study: Rossmore Laundromat/JP Carwash and Solar Water Heating
Sustainable Business Leader Program
The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Boston (SBN) developed a technical assistance program to help small- and mid-sized businesses improve their environmental practices and decrease their carbon footprint. This technical assistance program builds on the successful "Business Summits for a Sustainable Boston" which SBN organized in conjunction with the Boston Redevelopment Authority. Go to the Sustainable Business Leader Program Website for:
- Case Studies
- Carbon Calculator
- Sustainability Guide
- Workshop Schedule
This information is provided by the Department of Energy Resources,
Creating a Greener Energy Future for the Commonwealth.