Overview: Energy-Efficient Upgrades

You are in the business of helping your community,
and the MLC team is in the business of helping you!

You are also committed to find ways to continue to provide services while reducing capital outlays. MLC can help you do more and save more for your community. Budgets are tight and every dollar saved is one that can be reinvested. Improving the energy-efficiency of the buildings where we work, play and learn, helps us save energy and money. Doing our part to slow the pace of climate change is also a worthy goal, and one the smart communities across the country are embracing. Save money now, and help save the planet long-term.

In the Energy-Efficient Upgrades section you will find detailed information on the latest equipment and technology that is so important to your community, and how MLC can secure lease financing to fund these projects. Click a category to learn more. 

HVAC UpgradesAir conditioning systems, boilers for heat and steam, gas and biomass fueled systems, alternative and supplemental systems; applications for offices, maintenance facilities, libraries, buildings.  
Building ImprovementsWindows and doors, walls and roofing, waterproofing & weatherization; applications for municipal administration offices, maintenance facilities, libraries, temporary buildings.

 
Lighting SystemsEnergy Star ® energy-efficient lighting systems, LED, fluorescent, metal halide, tungsten halogen, luminaire (indirect), controls technology; indoor, landscaping, street, security.

 
Monitoring & Control TechComputerized control and monitoring systems, remote and wireless technologies; applications for municipal offices, maintenance facilities, libraries, and more.  
Green Fleet Vehicleshybrid electric, full electric, clean diesel, compressed natural gas (CNG), liquified natural gas (LNG); applications include passengers cars, SUVs, light and heavy duty trucks.  
Municipal Servicesupgrading water facilities, maintenance facilities, above ground and underground supply infrastructure, street lighting, traffic lights and controls, solar parking meters.
 

MLC is a Key Player in Funding Energy Performance Projects
For over 20 years, MLC has helped cities and towns across America continue to grow and thrive. With today's budgetary challenges, cost-effective financing options are more important than ever. Tax-exempt municipal lease financing can be used to help meet the needs of your community.

ENERGY STAR Guidelines for Energy Management Overview
Based on the successful practices of ENERGY STAR partners like MLC, these guidelines can help improve your energy and financial performance while distinguishing your organization as an environmental leader. The EPA offers a proven strategy for superior energy management with tools and resources to help each step of the way.