Missouri businesses experience more than $2.9 million in savings from energy-efficient HVAC upgrades
Ameren Missouri program saved commercial customers 29.7 million kilowatt-hours of electricity since July 2024
Ameren Missouri announced that more than 230 commercial customers from throughout its service territory have saved over $2.9 million on their energy bills after upgrading to high-efficiency heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems since July 2024. The company's business energy savings program, BizSavers, provides cash incentives to companies for energy efficiency upgrades.
"Increased participation in programs like BizSavers is a win for everyone, lowering bills, reducing environmental impact and supporting a more resilient energy grid," said Kenny Blair, program supervisor of energy efficiency at Ameren Missouri. "We applaud our customers for making the commitment to use energy-efficient equipment. Our partnership through this program proves that when we work together, we all benefit."
In total, participating Missouri businesses completed more than 380 HVAC upgrades over the course of the past 12 months and have already saved 29.7 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of energy — the equivalent of 32,383 homes powered for one month.
Cozad Commercial Real Estate Ltd. recently upgraded several clients' HVAC systems in St. Louis and has saved more than 518,000 kWh of energy so far. The company also has several additional projects slated to be completed later this year, which are projected to save the company an additional 780,000 kWh of energy.
Cozad Commercial Real Estate Ltd. has participated in the BizSavers program since its inception, completing 50 projects.
"We're proud to partner with Ameren Missouri through the BizSavers program to help our clients reduce energy consumption and lower operating costs," said Louie Tocco, director of property management for Cozad Commercial Real Estate. "By investing in energy efficiency, we're not only saving thousands of kilowatt-hours across our portfolio but also delivering lasting value for our tenants and property owners."
Vista on the Park and Pollard Properties recently upgraded its 234-unit property in Wright City with a more energy-efficient HVAC system, at no additional cost to residents, improving comfort and efficiency. This system has saved the property more than 378,000 kWh of energy so far.
"We are always exploring ways to bring meaningful savings to our residents, and Ameren Missouri's BizSavers program presented a great opportunity to do just that," said Adam Pollard, managing partner and developer of Pollard Properties. "It was truly a win-win partnership, and we're proud to continue seeking out initiatives that deliver long-term value for our residents and our communities."
Launched in 2013, Ameren Missouri's BizSavers program offers several energy efficiency programs to help commercial customers manage their energy use and reduce costs. To learn more about how businesses can participate in the program and save, please visit AmerenMissouri.com/BizSavers.