State Launches Small Manufacturers’ Green Energy Program

Connecticut has launched a year-long pilot program designed to help smaller manufacturers integrate energy efficiency technologies and strategies.

Announced Dec. 11, the GreenGain initiative is a partnership between the Department of Economic and Community Development, Connecticut Sustainable Business Council, and the Connecticut Green Bank, with additional support from Eversource and EnergizeCT.

The program is funded through the Manufacturing Innovation Fund and will be administered by the Green Bank in collaboration with CTSBC.

GreenGain provides sustainability and green manufacturing training sessions focused on decarbonization, ESG reporting, and certifications.

Participating companies can also access consulting support to implement sustainability practices, perform energy audits, and complete energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy projects.

GreenGain’s voucher program also offers companies access to matching funds for financing related projects and initiatives.

West Hartford-based Legrand North America is among the partner companies providing training and mentorship for program participants.

Legrand is rated in the top 1% of more than 130,000 companies evaluated by EcoVadis for performance in environment, ethics, social and human rights, and responsible purchasing areas.

Additional energy services, including procurement, green energy sourcing, onsite solar storage, auditing, and demand management are available for companies of all sizes from CBIA Energy Connections.