Ameresco Inc. and the Hillsboro School District announced that they have begun work on a nearly $3.5 million energy savings performance contract (ESPC) to improve 13 schools and increase their operational efficiency.

A new 1.6 MW combined heat and power (CHP) plant at Lakeridge Health Oshawa will power 42 percent of the hospital’s electrical needs. The CHP plant is fueled by natural gas for cleaner, more efficient production of electricity. Heat from the process will be used to heat the hospital.

Lime Energy Co. announced it has received a one-year contract extension with National Grid to continue its Small Business Program in western New York. This extension of the six-year partnership represents National Grid’s ongoing commitment to deliver efficiency solutions to its small commercial customers.

The Madera County Board of Supervisors announced it has completed the latest chapter in its successful solar and energy efficiency program with OpTerra Energy Services. The county is set to achieve nearly $15 million in energy savings as a result of the comprehensive solar and energy efficiency upgrades.

Amici Enterprises and American Energy Performance Solutions (AEPS) announced they have entered into a non-exclusive sales representation agreement wherein AEPS will acquire AmiciMPTS (Maximum Power Transfer Solutions) products on behalf of customers in North and South America.