Energy Sciences

➡️ Our August Newsletter is here! This month's newsletter covers topics shaping our industry and our team. We're sharing our latest article on industrial decarbonization, highlights from the Make Food Not Waste Annual Dinner, team member stories about why their work matters to them, open positions, and a few of industry news articles. 📩 Read the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/eq_txeKT

Many facilities have a Building Management System (BMS) in place. Yet it's not uncommon for schedules to drift, control sequences to become outdated, or equipment to operate differently than originally intended. As a result, energy waste can go unnoticed for years.    That's where Retro-Commissioning (RCx) creates value.   RCx helps uncover hidden opportunities by evaluating how building systems are operating in real-world conditions. By leveraging data from the BMS and taking a closer look at equipment, controls, and sequences, facility teams can often improve efficiency, comfort, and performance without major capital investments.    A BMS can tell you what's happening in your building. RCx helps ensure it's happening the way it should.   Contact us today so we can leverage our industry expertise to identify and resolve root causes of energy waste through RCx. Optimizing your building systems and processes, saving you energy and reducing operating costs is what we do. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g78N4H4H

We're hiring in the Philadelphia area!📍 We are looking for an experienced Energy Engineer with an industrial background to join our team. If you enjoy working with industrial facilities, identifying energy-saving opportunities, and helping organizations improve performance and sustainability, we'd love to connect.   🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eCGFVGQM

🌳 Happy National Tree Day! 🌳 Trees do much more than add beauty to our neighborhoods and natural spaces. They help improve air quality, support local ecosystems, manage stormwater, and create healthier, more comfortable communities. They can also play a role in energy use. 💡 Strategically placed trees provide shade that can help reduce outdoor temperatures and lessen the amount of energy needed to cool homes and buildings during the warmer months.   It's one example of how natural systems and the built environment are often more connected than we realize. In honor of National Tree Day, we'd love to see your favorite trees, wooded trails, or nature views. Here are some photos that our team members have taken - share yours in the comments!

Most organizations think about how much electricity they use, but how many understand how efficiently they're using it? 🔎 Hidden within many industrial and commercial facilities is a challenge that quietly impacts both operating costs and the broader electric grid. The good news? The solution isn't new, complicated, or out of reach. 🗞️ In our latest Industry Insights article, we explore the often-overlooked role of reactive power, what it is, why its important, and how a relatively simple technology can help reduce costs, improve efficiency, and support grid reliability. 👀 It's a reminder that some of the biggest opportunities for improvement aren't always found in major equipment upgrades. Sometimes they're hiding in plain sight. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gUuQwmAz

🔎 Are you an experienced engineering leader looking for a role where your work can make a meaningful impact?   At Energy Sciences, we are continuing to grow our team and are looking for an Engineering Manager to help guide, support, and develop our engineering team as we deliver thoughtful, cost-effective energy solutions for our clients.   This role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading people, solving complex problems, collaborating across teams, and helping turn energy challenges into practical solutions that improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, and benefit the planet.   If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a team that values growth, adaptability, excellence, and purpose-driven work, we’d love to hear from you.   ➡️ Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gGK5R7xJ

Organizations like Make Food Not Waste play an important role in advancing sustainability through action, education, and community engagement.   We're excited to attend the Too Good to Waste Annual Dinner and support their mission to reduce food waste and create lasting positive impact across Michigan. We appreciate the opportunity to work with and learn from organizations that are helping drive meaningful change in our communities. Company Relations Director, Jennifer Schafer, will see you there! 

Organizations like Make Food Not Waste play an important role in advancing sustainability through action, education, and community engagement.   We're excited to attend the Too Good to Waste Annual Dinner and support their mission to reduce food waste and create lasting positive impact across Michigan. We appreciate the opportunity to work with and learn from organizations that are helping drive meaningful change in our communities. Company Relations Director, Jennifer Schafer, will see you there! 

A compressed air system is often referred to as the fourth utility alongside electric, gas and water for many manufacturing operations. When leaks begin to accumulate, the impact can extend beyond energy bills and affect overall system performance. Leaks can contribute to: ✅ Pressure instability ✅ Equipment working harder than necessary ✅ Increased maintenance demands ✅ Production inefficiencies that often go unnoticed day to day With a Compressed Air Leak Survey, we can help gain visibility into your system, improving reliability and creating a stronger foundation for long-term operational success. The best time to address leaks isn't when they become a problem – it's before they impact production. Contact us today to schedule your next survey https://lnkd.in/ef4ehMCk

Energy storage is a critical piece of a reliable, resilient energy future. While you don't often hear a hydropower facility described as a battery, that's exactly what makes the Ludington Pumped Storage Plant so remarkable. For more than 50 years, this engineering landmark along the shores of Lake Michigan has helped store and deliver energy when it's needed most. Often referred to as one of the world's largest batteries, the facility pumps water into an elevated reservoir when electricity demand is low and releases it to generate power when demand rises. As renewable energy continues to grow, facilities like Ludington highlight the important role energy storage plays in maintaining a reliable and resilient electric grid. It's a reminder that some of the most impactful innovations aren't always the newest. Sometimes they're the solutions that continue delivering value decade after decade. Click here to learn more about the Ludington Pumped Storage Plant: https://lnkd.in/gp8U5cwc