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October 2010 |
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Greetings!
Organizations of all sizes seek effective ways to cut their operating costs. Businesses, institutions, and not-for-profits responded to the recession by becoming more streamlined. Yet budgetary pressures remain.
As you plan for 2011, consider energy. One commonly neglected but reliable way to increase net revenue is to decrease energy expenses. Smart energy purchasing decisions help, but the greatest savings come from reduced energy consumption achieved through energy efficiency. The cheapest energy is the energy you don't use.
In this eNewsletter, explore how we partner with our clients to deliver cost-effective energy efficiency and energy management solutions.
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Untapped Potential of Energy Efficiency
Optimize your buildings and your budget | |
 The 100 million or so buildings in the U.S. use 39% of the nation's energy and 74% of the electricity. Energy consumption can be surprisingly high. Old, new, and even well-run buildings often use more than enough energy. The same (or greater) level of comfort and performance can be achieved by cutting the excess energy use.
Sieben Energy Associates (SEA) provides a range of practical, budget-conscious services designed to capture energy savings. We have provided hundreds of clients nationwide with energy efficiency and management solutions that save our clients time, energy, and money.
Learn more about our energy efficiency services or our management services.
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INSIGHT
Sustainable Operations in Healthcare
Saving energy and the environment while saving lives |  Healthcare facilities face unique sustainability and energy management challenges. On average, a hospital consumes twice the energy of an office building. SEA has authored a white paper for the Metropolitan Chicago Healthcare Council (MCHC) that demonstrates how hospitals can become energy-efficient while providing high-quality care. Sustainable Operations in Healthcare: An Energy Management Program, discusses the value of appointing a hospital "green team" to implement energy and sustainability plans.
SEA recently partnered with MCHC on their Energy Management Program. Information gathered during the Program was used to generate strategies to manage energy consumption. Energy does not have to be an afterthought in the healthcare industry. Our experienced engineering team can direct you to energy savings in 2011 and beyond.
Read our white paper about sustainable healthcare operations.
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OPPORTUNITIES
Discover the Value of an ASHRAE Energy Audit
Make energy efficiency work for you in 2011 |
 An energy audit is a valuable first step toward curbing your energy usage and energy costs. Our energy engineers identify practical, economical measures that result in significant energy savings opportunities with a positive net present value. Reduce your carbon footprint as you shrink your energy demand. SEA has performed hundreds of audits for commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential spaces, for single buildings and entire portfolios. We also perform audits for buildings pursuing LEED Certification. An ASHRAE Level I audit is a basic walk-through assessment that provides general insight into your building systems and energy usage patterns. An ASHRAE Level II audit examines your building in much greater depth. | | Why Measure and Understand Energy Use?
Plan ahead and skillfully manage your energy decisions | |
 Smart energy management is an important attribute of every well-run organization. SEA can add value to your team, whether you are drafting an energy plan, trying to navigate the energy markets, or refreshing your sustainability vision. Our management services team has extensive market knowledge and industry experience. We offer customizable management solutions to assist you in making wise energy-related decisions. Sound energy information management creates a complete picture of your energy usage and cost patterns. Commodity management pays for itself while minimizing your risks and energy expenses. Understand your carbon footprint with our greenhouse gas accounting service. Our integrated solutions are ideal for clients who seek an independent, experienced energy advisor. |
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CASE STUDIES
Real Savings, Real Buildings
Recent SEA success stories | |
 Over the years, Sieben Energy Associates has completed hundreds of projects for clients. Visit our website for 23 case studies organized by service and industry. A few examples:
We have provided comprehensive energy purchasing, management, and efficiency services to a major cultural institution, reinforcing their mission while strengthening their bottom line.
SEA served as the LEED Consultant through design and construction of a prominent residential high-rise, helping secure LEED Certification for our client.
Our strategic energy consultants worked with a multi-national pharmaceutical corporation to model U.S. energy consumption and costs for different federal policy scenarios.
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MEDIA
Sieben Energy in the News
Our company and our people in the media |  The LEED team from Sieben Energy Associates successfully achieved LEED Silver certification for the prestigious law firm of Kirkland & Ellis.
Sieben Energy Associates, together with project partners, recently launched a cutting-edge monitoring-based building commissioning pilot program at a well-known skyscraper.
Working with the Metropolitan Chicago Healthcare Council, SEA's energy efficiency engineers and consultants released a white paper identifying strategies for hospitals to reduce energy use.
A Crain's Chicago Business blogger interviewed Craig Sieben about climate change solutions film Carbon Nation, which Craig co-produced, prior to its premiere in Millennium Park in August. |
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If there is anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to contact us. Visit our website for helpful resources, information about our services, and current perspectives on energy and sustainability. | |
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Services
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About Us | Sieben Energy Associates (SEA) is a Chicago-based energy and sustainability consulting firm serving clients across the country.
We are dedicated to helping our clients become energy efficient and reduce their energy costs.
As an industry leader, we leverage our expertise so that our clients can focus on their core business.
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Energy Tips | Create windbreaks with landscaping appropriate for your climate.
Verify that all ducts are properly sealed and insulated for maximum conditioning efficiency.
For more energy tips, visit Energy Savers from the U.S. Department of Energy.
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