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Renewable "green" energy is all the rage. Many municipalities are requiring certain percentages of new power to come from renewable sources. Large power users are often required to generate some percentage of their own power on site, from renewable sources if available. Wind, solar, biomass and geothermal are all examples of renewable, green energy concepts that ACCO can help you implement.

Wind Power
Wind power is one of the greenest power sources available. Completely renewable, with no emissions or hazardous waste byproducts, the only requirement is a suitable wind profile and a location to mount a turbine. Turbines are commercially available and can be found in various sizes, from very small models for a single home on up to very large models that generate multiple Megawatts of power.

Solar Power
Solar power is another green alternative. Ever improving in cost, efficiency and flexibility, solar power is another completely renewable energy resource. Solar energy can be obtained from photovoltaic arrays which generate power directly, or from various types of thermal solar arrays that can heat water, make steam, generate power or even produce chilled water! An added benefit from many solar systems is that they provide shade for either the building itself or adjacent parking.

Biomass Power
On a more communal level, biomass power takes the waste products of modern society and breaks them down into a form that can be used to generate power. Landfill gas systems were some of the first power producers of this type, using the methane produced from waste products to power electrical generators. More modern advances allow us to burn or "digest" many kinds of industrial and agricultural waste streams, including those found at the typical sewage treatment plant.

Geothermal Power
Geothermal power uses the energy of the earth itself. Harnessing the heat found far below the earth's surface, geothermal systems put this heat to good use generating electricity and/or heating and cooling for surrounding communities.

ACCO Engineered Systems can help you develop your own green power system. Call us to find out how!