By Wayne T. Hudson, LEED AP An energy service company, or ESCO, is a private company that develops, installs, and arranges financing for projects designed to improve the energy efficiency and maintenance costs for facilities over a set time period, usually between seven and 20 years. ESCOs generally act as project developers for a wide […]
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What They Are Saying
Ecologic means continuity. They provide the end-to-end expertise we need to successfully guide our project from concept to execution. Having Wayne Hudson and crew on board allowed us to realize better outcomes, including more rapid paybacks due to energy savings, than ever before.
Walt Schulz Jr. Director of Facilities and Leasing, BW Tech at UMBC SouthEcologic was instrumental in the success of our energy performance project involving HVAC systems upgrade in a series of government office buildings. Their effort assembled the right team to implement our EPC, helping us achieve energy reductions that are estimated to save taxpayers several million dollars in utility and operational costs.
Andrew Miller Northeast Director, Energy Systems GroupWhat we value most about Ecologic is the depth of experience. It’s rare to find someone who has a background in both mechanical engineering and construction — and a keen understanding of the renewable energy industry. Partnering with Ecologic allowed us to go geothermal with the most cost-effective solutions.
Todd Harman President, Hallaton Inc.In a competitive market, I am always looking for advantages. Ecologic gives us an advantage. Their insights in conservation and sustainability allow us to offer our customers cost-effective solutions that make difficult projects viable.
Michael Scherr President, EMJAY EngineeringDid You Know?
Form a Team
One surefire way to make LEED certification go smoothly is to assemble a project team of individuals responsible for selecting criteria to receive certification.
The Complete Package
A professional ESCO can put together a complete package of EPC services to support or supplant what your staff can provide, including evaluating energy-saving opportunities, providing engineering services, ordering and installing equipment, and managing all phases of construction.
Got Data?
Be sure to gather as much pertinent information and calculations as possible for each LEED category you have chosen to pursue, and verify you have accurate information before submitting your application.
Find a Need
The first step to creating and getting the most out of an energy saving performance contract (EPC) is to assemble a team of experts, whether from within your organization or a third party, to investigate the need for and the benefits of creating an EPC.
Take The LEED
Obtaining Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, certification through the U.S. Green Building Council is one of the best ways to demonstrate that your building project is truly “green.”