The Piragis Northwoods Company of Ely, MN is a prominent clean-energy model in a community with a strong tradition of environmental stewardship. Piragis took advantage of state rebates to install solar electric and solar hot water systems in its store. This allows them to independently generate a lot of their own power and supply all the hot water they use to serve their customers. In addition, they have taken energy-efficiency measures: installing LEDs, adding extra insulation, and sealing air leaks. The result is an eco-friendly business that is watching its energy use and educating their customers on how to do the same.
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