Catalyst's energy-saving solutions can be applied to various industries and market sectors. We tailor each of our solutions to the specific challenges and opportunities presented by each client.
This Santa Ana food processing and distribution plant had an average monthly electric usage of 1,029,062 kWh and an average monthly electric bill of $122,597. Initially, this facility was seeking to reduce its overall energy consumption through mechanical and refrigeration retrofits. Catalyst was able to present a more comprehensive energy solution by including these retrofits, along with a 400 kW photovoltaic roof mounted solar array, under an innovative lease structure. The total project has been modeled to achieve the following results:
| Project Benefits | |
|---|---|
| Cost: | $1,533,454 |
| Payback: | 3.6 years |
| Internal Rate of Return (IRR): | 23% |
| 10 Year Savings: | $1,714,801 |
| Added Property Value: | $2,832,109 |
| Environmental Benefit: | Equivalent to taking 173 cars off the road |
California AB 1103 mandates all commercial building owners disclose ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager benchmarking data and ratings, for the most recent 12-month period, to a prospective buyer, lessee, or lender. AB 531 current proposed draft regulations require the initial compliance of AB 1103 to begin on January 1, 2011. What is your score?