Case Study: City of Reno achieves nearly $1M/year energy savings and a self-funding $20M renewable upgrade with Ameresco

City of Reno - Customer Case Study

City Of Reno engaged Ameresco to tackle aging infrastructure and budget shortfalls across 48 municipal buildings (≈1 million sq. ft.). Following a 2008 competitive selection, Ameresco performed a year-long energy audit and was retained under an Energy Savings Performance Contract to deliver energy conservation and renewable energy services, including its MyEnergyPro™ energy information system.

Ameresco implemented a $20 million, budget‑neutral program combining ARRA funds, bonds and rebates to install 210 kW of solar PV, 51 kW of wind, comprehensive lighting and HVAC/mechanical upgrades, VFDs, controls and the MyEnergyPro™ Green Energy Dashboard. The work reduced City Hall operating costs from $4.54 to $2.54 per sq. ft., is expected to save $982,684 annually, cuts about 5,403 tons CO2 per year, and included over 2,000 LED bulb replacements—delivering measurable energy, cost and environmental benefits while employing local labor.

City Of Reno

Jason Geddes

Environmental Services Administrator