Alliance to Save Energy names four Stars of Energy Efficiency

The Alliance to Save Energy recently announced that it would recognize Alabama Power, Pepco Holdings, Ingersoll Rand and OhmConnect with its 2019 Stars of Energy Efficiency awards.

The awards celebrate the company’s accomplishments in finding new ways to use energy more effectively. The prizes will be presented at the Evening with the Stars of Energy Efficiency Awards Gala in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 19.

“Energy efficiency isn’t just about sealing the leaks or replacing old equipment, it’s increasingly about smart systems that work together to maximize savings, help reduce strains on the grid and support the integration of renewable energy sources,” Jason Hartke, president of the Alliance to Save Energy, said. “These are companies that are at the forefront of the newest active efficiency technologies and are committing to deliver more energy savings.”

Alabama Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, will receive the Star of Systems Efficiency Award for developing a 62-home Smart Neighborhood in suburban Birmingham, which features emerging energy-efficient technologies and building measures and is connected to the Southeast’s first community-scale microgrid.

“We appreciate this great recognition from the Alliance to Save Energy for Smart Neighborhood, which is an important part of Alabama Power’s commitment to find new and better ways to serve our customers,” Alabama Power CEO Mark Crosswhite said. “As we continue to keep customers at the center of everything we do, we’re excited about the opportunities to use technology and innovative solutions to transform our business.”

Pepco Holdings will receive the Star of Dynamic Efficiency Award for demand-side management programs at Delmarva Power and Pepco that leverage smart thermostats to help customers save energy during periods of peak energy usage.

“We are committed to providing programs and services that transform the way our customers use energy,” Dave Velazquez, president and CEO of Pepco Holdings, said. “These important programs are providing all customers with cost-effective, energy-saving opportunities for their homes and businesses. We are honored to receive this award, which recognizes just how effective our programs have been at helping customers save money and energy.”

Ingersoll Rand will receive with the Star of Doubling Down on Efficiency Award for setting and surpassing greenhouse gas reduction goals. The company has reduced the greenhouse gas emissions of its operations by 45 percent since 2014.

OhmConnect will receive the Star of Dynamic Efficiency Award for its energy platform that uses gamification to reduce strain on the electrical grid. OhmConnect pays its customers to save energy when the grid is stressed.

The Charles H. Percy Award and Chairman’s Award will also be presented at the gala. Thee winners of these awards will be announced at a later date.