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Georgia Power and U.S. Army Garrison Fort Eisenhower Sign Historic $72M Energy Efficiency Contract

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Slice of Energy Team
July 08, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • $72 million Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) signed to enhance energy efficiency.

  • Partnership aims to reduce Fort Eisenhower's carbon footprint and energy costs by $6 million annually.

  • Project includes replacing aging diesel generators with natural gas systems and other energy-saving measures.

Source (PR Newswire)

Notable Quotes:

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"We are extremely happy to be partnering with Georgia Power for this project. Replacing Fort Eisenhower's aging diesel-powered generators with natural gas systems is a huge step toward reducing the installation's carbon footprint, in addition to the energy savings from the numerous other conservation measures planned."

Col. Reginald K. Evans, Commander at U.S. Army Garrison Eisenhower 
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"We are grateful for this partnership with U.S. Army Garrison Fort Eisenhower as we work toward furthering the energy efficiency at the installation and lessening the carbon footprint. Collaborative efforts such as this are essential for creating a sustainable energy future and align with our commitment to our customers and communities."

Latanza Adjei, Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at Georgia Power

Our Take:

This historic $72 million Utility Energy Service Contract between Georgia Power and U.S. Army Garrison Fort Eisenhower exemplifies a significant stride toward enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability in military installations. By focusing on energy efficiency, resiliency, and greenhouse gas reduction, this partnership is set to save $6 million annually in energy costs and substantially reduce the carbon footprint. The replacement of outdated diesel generators with natural gas systems underscores a commitment to modernizing infrastructure and investing in clean energy solutions. This initiative not only supports the environmental goals of Fort Eisenhower but also aligns with Georgia Power's mission to deliver reliable and sustainable energy. The collaboration between Georgia Power and Fort Eisenhower serves as a model for future energy efficiency projects across the country.