AUSTIN, TX – (February 7, 2016) – PCI Solar has completed installation and commissioning of a rooftop solar energy system for AmeriPride Services, a leading textile rental services and supply company in North America, at its Odessa, Texas processing plant. This is AmeriPride's second solar energy project, following a rooftop installation at its Worcester, Massachusetts location.
The solar projects are part of AmeriPride's broader environmental sustainability effort that includes alternative fuel vehicles, heat reclamation systems, equipment upgrades and water conservation and treatment. The company was one the first commercial laundries worldwide to earn the industry’s ‘Clean Green’ certification, signifying its production facilities meet the highest international standards for water efficiency, energy conservation and best practices for reusing, reclaiming and recycling resources.
“AmeriPride is committed to leading the industry in environmental sustainability by testing and incorporating new technologies, such as solar power, that help move the textile industry forward,” said Mike Lavoie, Director of Mechanical Engineering for AmeriPride Services Inc. | Canadian Linen and Uniform Service Co. | Québec Linge Co. “As one of the biggest players in the industry, we have the resources to pilot innovative new programs that benefit our company, our customers and the community.”
The rooftop solar energy system, composed of Hanwha Q Cells 335 Watt panels and Fronius inverters, will offset approximately 15 percent of AmeriPride's energy use at its Odessa site. To overcome a somewhat complicated interconnection, PCI Solar worked closely with AmeriPride officials to ensure that the proposed design solution was compatible with AmeriPride's ongoing business operations at the facility.
To help the project make economic sense, PCI Solar leveraged Oncor's cash rebate for solar energy projects. The rebate program, renewed for 2017, will provide $0.85/Watt towards the cost of the system. When combined with federal tax credits, the project offered a compelling ROI to AmeriPride.
Austin's PCI Solar has helped Texas companies leverage the Oncor rebate, federal tax credits, and energy bill savings to obtain a compelling return on their solar investment. Customers ranging from manufacturers like Athena Manufacturing in Austin to Holt Cat dealerships in Cleburne and Fort Worth have chosen PCI to be their solar provider. These companies chose PCI to help them go solar due to compelling project economics and PCI's local presence and experience building projects in Oncor territory.
Wondering if you're in Oncor territory? Please see Oncor's service map at oncor-service-area. Curious about the Oncor rebate and whether solar can work for you? Call PCI Solar now at 888.846.8653 to schedule a no obligation feasibility study, or learn more at: www.pcisolar.com.
ABOUT AMERIPRIDE
Headquartered in Minnetonka, Minn., AmeriPride Services is recognized as one of the largest textile rental and supply companies in North America. Operating more than 115 production facilities and service centers throughout the United States and Canada, the company provides linen and towels, uniforms, floor mats, restroom and cleaning products to nearly 150,000 customers through rental and purchase programs. As a true business partner, AmeriPride helps customers improve their image while keeping facilities clean and employees safe. Innovation, personalized service and a dedication to company values has sustained the private, family-owned company for more than 125 years. Demonstrated commitment to customers, the community, employees and the environment has made AmeriPride the People You Can Count On. Additional company information can be found at www.ameripride.com.
ABOUT PCI SOLAR
PCI Solar is a division of Performance Contracting Group, a specialty building contractor with over $1 Billion in annual revenues. The PCI Solar team serves commercial, government, and channel partner customers across the United States on a broad range of project sizes and types, including ground mount, roof mount, solar carport and solar shade canopies.
