Harlingen Texas-based convenience store chain Stripes has signed a 29-month contract with TXU Energy and agreed to retrofit T12 fluorescent fixtures with energy-efficient T8s as part of the initiative.In addition, the company said it would replace less efficient lighting fixtures with LED canopy fixtures and will install TXU Energy iThermostats in select stores.
“The rebate program not only provides strong incentives for our convenience stores to be more energy efficient, but it also helps us do our part to make a positive impact on the environment,” said Mary Sullivan, CFO for Stripes. “We look forward to seeing how this program and our efforts to switch out lighting in our stores and upgrading to more energy efficient air conditioners throughout West and South Texas impacts the bottom line.”
Under the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, Stripes has received rebates for retrofitting T12 fluorescent fixtures with more efficient T8s and replacing less efficient lighting fixtures with LED canopy fixtures, and installing TXU Energy exclusive internet accessible iThermostats® in a few test stores.
Business customers interested in the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program must sign a minimum 12 month contract with TXU Energy and install proven energy-efficiency technologies, including fluorescent fixture retrofits, LED exit signs, programmable thermostats and high-efficiency HVACs. TXU Energy is the only retail electricity provider in the state to provide this type of energy rebate program to businesses looking to help the environment.
“Our rebate program was designed to help our business customers be more environmentally conscious,” said Tom Leverton, COO for TXU Energy. “Businesses are not only looking to improve their bottom line, but also help the environment. Our rebate program helps them accomplish both.”
As a TXU Energy customer, you can receive energy efficiency rebates by retrofitting to accepted and proven energy efficient technologies, including compact fluorescent lamps, T5 and T8 fluorescent lamps, LED exit signs, programmable thermostats, high-efficiency HVAC* and vending machine controls. Installing energy-efficient equipment is a sustainable way to conserve energy with equipment that lasts a long time and begins producing savings right away.
Redbird LED, an Atlanta based designer,manufacturer and distributor of LED Tube Lights recently launched a new website for grocery and convenience store lighting. For more information on the benefits of using LED Lighting please visit www.groceryledlighting.com
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