Ameresco Partners with Wells County, Indiana to Renovate the County’s Jail Facility
October 04 2021 - 7:40AM
Business Wire
Implemented upgrades will enhance occupant and
correctional staff safety while saving the county $560,000
annually
Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator
specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, today
announced its partnership with Wells County, Indiana on a
comprehensive jail facility renovation and modernization project.
Ameresco’s selection as project partner follows a competitive
bidding process and the rollout of a comprehensive audit of Wells
County’s jail facility.
The audit highlighted several improvement areas for the county
jail, including needed upgrades to its mechanical, electrical and
plumbing infrastructure, as well as a solution to the facility’s
inmate containment issues. To address these issues, Ameresco will
replace the jail’s existing HVAC units, update its lighting with
LED retrofits both inside and outside, redesign its parking lot,
upgrade its controls system and remodel and build a new facility
addition.
Implemented improvements will enhance occupant and correctional
staff safety while also saving the facility $560,000 annually. The
renovations will also allow the facility to double its intake area
to effectively contain inmates who may have infectious diseases,
creating a safer environment for all who occupy and work at the
facility.
“The jail is now 35 years old and some of the original HVAC
equipment is in need of replacement. In addition, the jail
operations needs have changed as we now house Level 6 inmates who
may require mental health and substance abuse counseling as well as
other educational programs,” said Wells County Sheriff Scott
Holliday. “We need to adapt to these requirements, make changes to
address the Covid-19 pandemic concerns and create a safe working
environment for our corrections staff.”
“We are so honored to lead this comprehensive renovation project
for Wells County. Our slated improvements will not only enhance the
facility’s energy efficiency but will also foster a safer
environment for occupants and staff,” said Lou Maltezos, executive
vice president, Ameresco. “Covid-19 has highlighted the need for
improved infrastructure upgrades throughout this country, and we
commend Wells County’s vision and commitment to maintaining
sustainable facilities and operating practices.”
Project construction will begin in October 2021 and is expected
to reach completion by October of 2022.
To learn more about the energy efficiency solutions offered by
Ameresco, visit www.ameresco.com/energy-efficiency/.
About Ameresco, Inc.
Founded in 2000, Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading
cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner
and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy
efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and
renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North
America and the United Kingdom. Ameresco’s sustainability services
in support of clients’ pursuit of Net Zero include upgrades to a
facility’s energy infrastructure and the development, construction,
and operation of distributed energy resources. Ameresco has
successfully completed energy saving, environmentally responsible
projects with Federal, state and local governments, healthcare and
educational institutions, housing authorities, and commercial and
industrial customers. With its corporate headquarters in
Framingham, MA, Ameresco has more than 1,000 employees providing
local expertise in the United States, Canada, and the United
Kingdom. For more information, visit www.ameresco.com.
The announcement of a customer’s entry into a project contract
is not necessarily indicative of the timing or amount of revenue
from such contract, of the company’s overall revenue for any
particular period or of trends in the company’s overall total
project backlog. This project was included in our previously
reported awarded backlog as of June 30, 2021.
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