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The Westfield Group named Business Leader for Energy Efficiency
Mall Management Company Recognized for Its Commitment to Achieving Significant Energy Savings
LEXINGTON, MA – Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships (NEEP) has announced that the Westfield Group will be recognized as a ‘Business Leader for Energy Efficiency’ at the Northeast Energy Efficiency Summit in Warwick, RI on June 8, 2011. Sponsored by the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund in partnership with The United Illuminating Company, the owner and property manager of the Westfield Trumbull Shopping Center is being honored for its continued efforts to advance energy efficiency in their Connecticut property which have resulted in annual energy savings of over 1,467,275 kWh, and cost savings of $250,395. Westfield Group and The United Illuminating Company were able to build and leverage a very productive working relationship from the early stages of the project that contributed to this success; measurable by metrics in addition to the energy efficiency results and financial benefits of incentives and savings.
As part of a $35-million-dollar revitalization project, and in consultation with The United Illuminating Company, the Westfield Group implemented several energy efficiency measures that include:
- Replacing the Center’s traditional rooftop HVAC system with a higher efficiency central plant system that uses chilled water and fan coil units to cool the shopping center;
- Numerous smart building features, including building automation that connects into the Westfield portfolio network, hand dryers in bathrooms and lounges, waterless urinals, insulated low e-glass in the Dining Terrace and even drought-tolerant plants throughout the center’s landscaping;
- Installation of approximately 800 new energy-efficient lamps
- New “soft start” escalator motors that adjust the power according to foot traffic
- Installation of a reflective white membrane on the roof, creating a “cool roof” that holds less heat and reduces the load on the air conditioning system
“The Westfield Group has demonstrated how energy efficient investments are so significant in a company meeting its triple bottom line,” said Jeff Gaudiosi, Vice-Chairperson of the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund. Not only has the company been able to save money through reduced energy use, critical for every company in this economic climate, but it has also shown how energy efficiency has helped streamline its operations.”
“NEEP is proud to recognize the Westfield Group, Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund, and The United Illuminating Co. for their collaborative success and commitment to energy efficiency,” said Sue Coakley, Executive Director of NEEP. “The Westfield Group provides an excellent example of how energy efficient measures can improve a company’s bottom line, contribute to economic growth and reduce environmental impact.”
The Westfield Group will be recognized, along with 11 other Northeast Energy Efficiency Business Leaders at the 2011 Northeast Energy Efficiency Summit. Members of the media are invited to attend at no charge. For more information about the Summit and Business Leaders Recognition program, please visit http://neep.org/neep-summit.
Other 2011 Northeast Business Leaders for Energy Efficiency include: BAE Systems, Inc., Nashua, NH; Building Land & Technology, Stamford, CT; Cabot Creamery, Cabot, VT; Cape Air, Hyannis, MA; FM Global, Johnston, RI; Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA; Plenus Group, Lowell, MA; Positive Promotions, Hauppauge, NY; PTI Industries, Enfield, CT; St. Paul's School, Concord, NH; Yankee Candle, South Deerfield, MA.
About the Northeast Energy Efficiency Summit
NEEP's Northeast Energy Efficiency Summit, June 7-8, is the premier regional forum to learn about and become involved in energy efficiency in the Northeast. This two-day event brings together leaders from across the region in public policy, business, energy efficiency solutions, and consumer and environmental advocacy to support the vision of energy efficiency as a solution to the challenge of reliable and clean energy. Esteemed speakers plus exhibits from up to 40 exhibitors will also showcase the benefits, successes and challenges of public policies and programs that advance energy efficiency as the leading clean energy resource for the Northeast. Register and find out about Sponsorship and Exhibitor opportunities today at www.neep.org/neep-summit
About NEEP
NEEP is a non-profit organization that transforms the way we use and think about energy. Through advocacy, collaboration and education we focus on three areas where we believe energy efficiency can have the greatest impact: buildings, high efficiency products & best practices. Our unique approach helps bring together all stakeholders to accelerate energy efficiency and highlight its impacts on the region, the economy, and the planet. For more information, visit www.neep.org.
About the Westfield Group
The Westfield Group (ASX: WDC) is an Australian-based company with interests in 119 shopping centers in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States. In the U.S., the Group has a portfolio of 55 shopping centers that are home to more than 9,000 specialty stores and comprise approximately 63 million square feet of leasable space in California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio and Washington.
About the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund
The Energy Efficiency Fund promotes efficient energy use, helps residents and businesses save on their electric and natural gas bills, advances economic development, reduces electric demand, and helps reduce air pollution. Energy Efficiency Fund programs serve residential customers, including limited-and fixed-income customers, as well as business and municipal customers. Connecticut’s energy efficiency programs are funded by a charge on customers’ utility bills and administered by the state’s electric and gas utilities including: Connecticut Light and Power, United Illuminating, Yankee Gas, Connecticut Natural Gas, and Southern Connecticut Gas. Additional information on Connecticut’s energy efficiency programs can be found at www.ctenergyinfo.com or by calling 1.877.WISE.USE.
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