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New Britain business will save more than $1.2 million in energy costs
Hartford, CT (January 16, 2025) – The Connecticut Green Bank is pleased to announce the closing of Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for a solar photovoltaic system at Hitchcock Printing & Distribution Services, located at 191 John Downey Drive in New Britain. The system is estimated to save the business more than $1.2 million in avoided energy costs over the next 20 years. Founded in 1904 by Edwin Rogers Hitchcock, the company runs a modern 21,000 square foot facility with a highly skilled workforce and state-of-the-art equipment to provide printing, creative design, finishing, and mailing services.
“The addition of our solar system is a key to staying competitive now and in the future,” said Anthony Bracco, President of Hitchcock Printing. “State of the art equipment, and a highly trained youthful workforce accompanied with a plan to manage our energy costs will ensure that we have an edge in the years to come.”
The 227-kw system was developed and installed by Smart Roofs Solar Inc. in Monroe.
Since 2013, C-PACE financing has helped building owners complete more than 400 projects for estimated energy costs savings of nearly $420 million. C-PACE financing allows commercial property owners to install green energy upgrades today and pay for them over time, covering up to 100% of costs at low-interest rates with terms up to 25 years.
“We are seeing continued interest in C-PACE from energy-intensive businesses seeking ways to reduce their energy-cost burdens, especially through the addition of solar systems,” said Mackey Dykes, Vice President of Financing Programs at the Connecticut Green Bank. “It’s exciting when companies with long histories in their community, like Hitchcock Printing, take advantage of green technologies to enhance their bottom line.”
For more information about C-PACE, please visit ctgreenbank.com/cpace
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October Contractor updates: Join our Contractor Network to co-brand with us. Expand your visibility and demonstrate your commitment to helping homeowners thrive. Learn more at https://www.ctgreenbank.com/contractor-solutions/cobranding/ Upcoming trainings can be found here. Stay tuned for an upcoming Request for Proposals Opportunity for EPC Services for a portfolio of Affordable Multifamily Housing projects! Commercial solar contractors: If you are interested in becoming […]