Lawson Electric Company has announced the regeneration of their solar installation division this fall, with the installation of a 37.835kW Grid Interactive Photovoltaic System that is being mounted on the roof of Lawson Electric’s corporate offices and warehouse in Chattanooga.
The system will improve the company’s energy efficiency, reducing the amount of electricity expended by 48,467 kilowatt hours annually, this equates to the annual usage of eight average homes. Throughout the 25 year warranted lifetime of the system, the array will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 830 tons of CO².
The system was made possible as part of the Tennessee Solar Innovation Grant Program and The Volunteer State Solar Initiative and supported through the TVA Generation Partners Program.
Lawson Electric has been one of Tennessee’s most trusted companies for all electrical contracting construction and repairs for nearly 85 years and is once again giving customers the ability to explore renewable energy options through solar panel installation services.
The decision to revive their solar installation department came with a focus on bringing renewable energy and sustainability to commercial and industrial customers. Recently announced incentives through the Tennessee Valley Authority, combined with Time of Use Billing implementation has reduced financial paybacks and made such projects feasible for large commercial and industrial customers. As the state of Tennessee and the Tennessee Solar Institute make progress toward expanding the state’s solar electricity generation, Lawson Electric has tailored its services to give customers the ability to explore renewable energy options through solar installation services. In addition, the project at Lawson’s Corporate Headquarters and installation department is expected to create and save local renewable energy jobs.
While industriously servicing the Mid-South, Lawson Electric is taking a conscientious approach to the newly-arrived solar market. The company has brought on staff with a combined experience of over 30 years in the industry, as well as training installers through numerous certification programs. This allows the company to give customers advanced onsite design and installation services, all in one turn-key package.
Starting with a Preliminary Clean Power Plan through advanced on-site design services, Lawson Electric provides all types of properties with a comprehensive plan that includes integrated energy analysis, system sizing, project scheduling and demonstrated ROI. Lawson Electric Company also completes the complex process of identification and filing of state, federal and utility incentives.
Lawson Electric Company is devoted to building a more sustainable and reliable energy future for Tennessee and the Mid-South region. Through the company’s solar efforts, Lawson Electric can help businesses increase efficiency, lower monthly utility bills and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.