Energy Supply Side vs Demand Side
There are two sides to the energy equation - Supply side and Demand side. Supply side is pretty simple - it's where you GET your
energy. Supply comes from simple fossil fuel (coal, oil, gas),
hydroelectric (water) or from some of the more recently harnessed
sources like solar or wind power.
With the deregulation of the energy industry, consumers now have more choices. Through
New England Energy Partners program, we can assist you in research and
negotiate substantially lower supplier costs. If you are interested in
exploring supply side savings, let us know.
The Demand (usage) side of the equation is also simple. It's how you USE your energy. This side also
abounds with options. Consumers are being bombarded daily with offers
to save large percentages of energy by replacing their roofs, windows,
adding insulation... just to name a few.
But
the two areas that have typically been overlooked are energy that is
being consumed by Inductive (motor) loads. and huge amounts of energy
wasted in inefficient lighting.
Motors can be the biggest energy hogs in any type of business or residence because of their typical inefficiencies.
The
only way to reduce the energy consumption of motors is to make them
more efficient. This is done by adding the correct capacitance
individually, or aggregating loads at the breaker panel level. The
closer to the source the more effective the result is.
On the
lighting side, we have both turnkey and retrofit solutions that can
replace inefficient HID, metal halide and mercury vapor lighting with
100% efficient T-8 and T-5 Fluorescent solutions.
At New England Energy, we understand the Demand Side of our client's energy Equation. This approach generates the following results:
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Decreased Energy Usage
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Lower Electric Bills
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Increased Electric Motor Life
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Surge & Lightning Suppression
- Reduced Electricity Consumption
- Increased Employee Safety
- Increased Lighting Quality
- Tax Deductions and Rebates
- Reduced Carbon Footprint... and More
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