More than ever, small companies need practical and affordable guidance on how best to save energy costs and incorporate sustainability into everyday business practices and operations.
ICNC assists companies in developing and implementing plans for success in a marketplace that increasingly requires conservation of resources, socially responsible practices, skillful use of new technologies and accountability to stakeholders.
Services include:
- Educational opportunities and networking
- Guidance on grants and subsidies when available
- Links to resources and public/private sector expertsEnergy audits and assessment of client needs
- Placement services focused on “green collar” jobs
- Financial analysis and capital acquisition assessment
Companies are encouraged to take advantage of no-cost energy audits, low-cost lighting retrofits and rebates from ComEd.
See links below for additional resources:
University of Illinois at Chicago – Energy Resource Center
UIC Industrial assessment Center offers no-cost energy use audits of your facility and expert assistance developing energy purchasing plans to maximize savings
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star for Business, information on new technologies and leaders in energy efficiencyOnline tools to track and manage your business energy usageSoftware to analyze building system cost-effectiveness (HVAC, lighting, and more)
IL Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity – Energy and Recycling
Industrial Energy Demonstration Program: grants available to select industries Energy efficiency download for Plastics energy
U.S. Department of Energy – Office of Industrial Technology
Best practice in industrial energy efficiency (by industrial sector)Technical publications on energy efficiency (by industry or system)
OIT “Clearinghouse” – submit your energy related questions to DOE experts
U.S. Department of Energy – Chicago Regional Office
Info on regional energy workshops and events
Contact info for DOE programs and resources
Chicago Manufacturing Center
Affordable management/operational consulting services
IL Commerce Commission
Consumer information on public utilities, suppliers and deregulation
Association of Professional Energy Consultants
Nonprofit professional organization promoting energy education and technology transfer
Energy Ideas Clearinghouse
Information on new projects and technologies
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