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94 Doing Business in Connecticut | 2016 SPONSORED REPORT Eversource Energy Efficiency Solutions: Your Competitive Edge A t Eversource, we are partnering with our business and municipal customers in Con- necticut and throughout New England on energy efficiency and sustainability efforts. En- ergy efficiency benefits the environment, work- force and the bottom line of businesses across the state. In 2015, Connecticut generated nearly $1 billion in lifetime energy cost savings through energy efficiency — money that can be rein- vested more productively in the state's economy. Additionally, more than 9,200 "green jobs" were generated and more than 3.3 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions were avoided — the equivalent of removing nearly 787,000 cars from the road per year. Eversource helped commercial real estate investor Joe Moruzzi identify building-specific energy-saving solutions for the Silas Deane Professional Center in Wethersfield, helping transform the building from a Class B into a Class A space. Within two years of completing the work, the property is now 100 percent occupied with long-term tenants. "Prospective tenants want to see a modern space that is also sustainable and energy efficient, as they know their overall costs will be lower as a result," said Bob Gaucher of O,R&L Commercial, leasing brokers for the property. CASE STUDY: The Value of Doing Efficient Business in Connecticut Eversource is helping customers across the state, of all sec- tors and all sizes, realize a positive return on investment that goes beyond lower monthly utility bills resulting from energy savings. In 2015, Eversource helped more than 3,150 Con- necticut businesses increase sustainability and competitiveness through applied energy efficiency solutions. These include new technologies; training to increase operating efficiencies; and innovative project financing and incentive options. When a business operates efficiently, the positive envi- ronmental and sustainability benefits extend to all aspects of the business. Employees want to work for companies that embrace smart energy and green technologies. These same companies are increasing business opportunities year after year as the result of sustainable operations. The Eversource Toolbox For businesses that operate in Connecticut, or those that want to relocate to the state, we have the tools to help customers operate more efficiently and productively. In 2015, Eversource launched improved online tools to help customers better understand how they use energy, and connect them with the energy efficiency solutions they need. Small business customers can now view their energy use and customized planning tools online at eversource.com. Online solutions for larger customers help energy manag- ers visualize energy usage across multiple facilities; identify seasonal and operational trends; and facilitate planning. EnergizeCT.com also provides an impressive portfolio of programs and initiatives designed to promote, encourage and facilitate the adoption of energy efficient technolo- gies and behaviors. These solutions are marketed under the statewide brand, Energize Connecticut, and provided by Eversource, The United Illuminating Company, Connecticut Natural Gas Corporation, The Southern Connecticut Gas Company and CT Green Bank.

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