Climate Services
Access Expert Energy Solutions at No Cost
Climate solutions do more than address climate change - they also save money, improve business operations, and keep more money in local communities. However, most small organizations don’t have the luxury of on-staff expertise to identify and implement cost-effective solutions.
That’s why C3 offers low- or no-cost technical expertise for local businesses and non-profits! Our team of certified “energy detectives” conduct energy assessments, recommend next steps, and assist with project facilitation for your organization.
We believe that local organizations can act collectively to make a big difference!
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Pro bono services: Non-profits, faith-based organizations, educational institutions, and some microbusinesses in Richmond, Charlottesville City, and Albemarle County.
Low-cost services: Local businesses of all shapes and sizes.
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Organizations receive:
Basic (ASHRAE Level I) energy assessment for nonprofits; shorter walkthrough for microbusinesses
Overview report of your building’s energy savings potential
For organizations with vehicles, analysis of your fleet’s fuel efficiency and carbon footprint
Written report outlining the findings of the preliminary energy assessment include:
Energy and carbon footprint
Recommended solutions, with emphasis on feasible and cost-effective actions
Estimated return on investment (ROI) for budget and operations planning
Follow-up coaching to help implement solutions, including connection to financial resources and referrals to service providers
Continued energy monitoring to assess the impact of energy upgrades and track GHG emissions reductions
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Participating organizations can:
Quantify and baseline their energy costs (electricity, gas, and fuel)
Cut operating expenses
Improve building conditions and occupant health
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Increased energy efficiency has a positive financial impact for many years. Many strategies will pay for themselves very quickly!
Readily available technology - like insulation, smart controls and solar - can reduce utility costs in buildings by up to 50% putting net-zero in reach for many organizations.
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Coles Jennings, C3’s Director of Corporate Sustainability, is a Professional Engineer, LEED Accredited Professional, AEE Certified Energy Auditor, and ASHRAE Building Energy Modeling Professional. He brings over 15 years of commercial building engineering experience with a passion for sustainability, energy conservation, and affordability.
Jacqui Bauer, Certified Energy Auditor, has worked for over 20 years in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainability, with a particular focus on efficiency in residential and small- to mid-sized business settings.