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Companies are investing in green building and green business more than ever before. LEED certification is a popular way for companies to differentiate themselves from their competition by demonstrating their commitment to the health of people and the planet. Onsite solar can play a key role in a facility attaining LEED certification. In this article,…
By: Pivot Energy
July 22, 2021
Los Angeles is currently facing a range of climate-related challenges such as severe drought, record-breaking temperatures, and devastating wildfires. In response to these increasingly frequent extreme weather events, the city has set ambitious climate and renewable energy goals. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), the largest municipal utility in the United States,…
By: Pivot Energy
July 13, 2021
Solar panels are an excellent investment if you want to decrease your building’s operational costs, increase resiliency against power outages, and meet your company’s sustainability goals. However, facility managers may be concerned that solar arrays would raise building maintenance issues and come with unforeseen challenges. The worry is that this will decrease the net savings…
By: Pivot Energy
June 3, 2021
Companies worldwide have started to recognize the numerous benefits that solar energy brings: a decrease in long-term facility costs, access to market incentives, and an increase in property value, to name a few. Therefore, it is not about deciding whether or not to install solar for many facility managers but instead knowing the right time…
By: Pivot Energy
May 27, 2021
Companies, governments, nonprofits, and schools across the U.S are switching to solar energy at an unprecedented rate. Compared to just 370 megawatts (MW) in 2010, more than 15,000 MW of solar capacity has already been installed by commercial and non-residential customers just last year. This massive solar market growth was possible due to federal and…
By: Pivot Energy
April 27, 2021
It is no secret that on-site solar energy can benefit facilities of all types—from small retail stores and offices to giant corporate offices, warehouses, and even shopping malls. On-site solar refers to solar photovoltaic (PV) panels installed on either a residential or commercial property. They can be installed on the roof, mounted on a field,…
By: Pivot Energy
April 21, 2021
For companies in the self storage industry, your facility itself is probably one of your most significant assets. Unlike other industries that are considering going partly or wholly remote after the pandemic, the self storage industry will always need a large physical space to run its business. Therefore, it makes sense to continuously invest in…
By: Pivot Energy
April 13, 2021
The Food and Beverage industry leads on sustainability. From regenerative agriculture practices to the industry’s increased transparency at the grocery aisle, Food and Beverage companies understand that sustainability isn’t just good for brand perception; it is a competitive advantage. However, one critical component doesn’t align with Food and Beverage companies’ sustainability plans: the fossil fuels…
By: Pivot Energy
April 2, 2021
Learn how your business can attract more eco-conscious customers by installing onsite solar solutions and marketing your commitment sustainability.
By: Pivot Energy
March 19, 2021
Companies can experience many financial downturns and unanticipated costs. Decreasing demand from tenants, rising competition, and uncertainty in input costs can lead to much variability in the business. This is especially an issue now due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as there is a lot of uncertainty around when people will return to offices, and the…
By: Pivot Energy
March 17, 2021
