Ameresco, Inc. reports news about energy infrastructure solutions that help customers reduce energy use, modernize facilities, improve resiliency, and add distributed energy resources. Recurring updates include earnings releases, project awards, backlog trends, renewable energy assets, operations and maintenance activity, and energy efficiency work for government, education, healthcare, utility, data center, housing authority, and commercial customers.
Company announcements also cover solar installations, HVAC and LED upgrades, performance savings contracts, renewable fuels and biogas activities, sustainability reporting, and strategic capital actions tied to its energy asset portfolio. Ameresco operates across North America and Europe through segments that include North America Regions, U.S. Federal, Renewable Fuels, Europe, and other activities.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, will release its second quarter 2024 financial results on August 5, 2024, after market close.
The earnings report will be accessible via the Investor Relations section of Ameresco's website.
An earnings conference call is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. EDT the same day, accompanied by supplemental financial information on a Current Report on Form 8-K.
Interested participants can pre-register for the call or listen to the live webcast available on the company's website.
An archived version of the webcast will be available for one year.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC), a leader in energy efficiency and renewable energy, has secured a $100M second lien debt financing from Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit. This move aims to bolster their balance sheet and support growth initiatives. The financing is structured with attractive, flexible terms and a competitive interest rate, helping Ameresco invest in new assets and acquisitions. The funds will pay off the remaining balance of the Delayed Draw Term Loan A and reduce the outstanding balance on the company's senior secured revolving credit facility. This financing is leverage-neutral for the quarter ending June 30, 2024. Oppenheimer & Co acted as the Lead Arranger for this transaction, which has been formalized through the 6th Amendment to Ameresco's Senior Secured Credit Facility and filed with the SEC on July 1, 2024.
Ameresco announced the completion of an advanced renewable energy system at Fort Detrick, Maryland, in partnership with the U.S. Army. This system includes a 6 MW/6 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) integrated with an existing 18.6 MW solar energy facility. This integration enhances energy security, sustainability, and resiliency at the base while providing frequency regulation services to the local grid. The project signifies Ameresco's commitment to innovative energy solutions and aligns with the Army's goal of a sustainable and resilient energy future.
Ameresco announced the commercial operations of Kūpono Solar, a 42 MW solar and 42 MW battery storage facility at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. This project will power 10,000 homes on O‘ahu with clean energy, reducing CO2 emissions by 50,000 tons annually. The dedication ceremony, attended by key stakeholders, underlined the project's role in stabilizing energy costs and contributing to Hawaii's 100% clean energy goal by 2045. The facility utilizes 131 acres of Navy land under a long-term lease, highlighting strong partnerships with the Navy and Hawaiian Electric.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC), a leader in cleantech energy solutions, has won a Gold Stevie® Award for Company of the Year – Energy in the 2024 American Business Awards®. The company, founded in 2000, stood out for its efforts in energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, involving governmental bodies, utilities, healthcare, and educational institutions. Ameresco aims to achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and reduce customers' carbon footprints by 500 million metric tons by 2050. The award recognizes the company's innovation, integrity, effectiveness, creativity, and growth, alongside its expansive project portfolio and sustainability initiatives.
Ameresco announced its participation in various upcoming investor conferences. Key executives, including Executive Vice President and CFO Doran Hole, will host investor meetings and presentations, starting with the Craig-Hallum 21st Annual Institutional Investor Conference on May 29, 2024, in Minneapolis, MN. This will be followed by the William Blair 44th Annual Growth Stock Conference on June 4, 2024, in Chicago, IL. Additional engagements include the Stifel 2024 Cross Sector Insight Conference on June 5, 2024, in Boston, MA; the Baird 2024 Consumer, Technology & Services Conference on June 6, 2024, in New York, NY; the J.P. Morgan Energy, Power & Renewables Conference on June 18, 2024, in New York, NY; and the ROTH 10th Annual London Conference on June 26, 2024, in London, UK. These appearances are aimed at engaging with investors and discussing the company's growth strategies and financial performance.
Ameresco announced its Kūpono Solar project in Hawaii received the SEAL Environmental Initiatives Award. The project, designed for the U.S. Navy, aims to power around 10,000 homes in O‘ahu and reduce over 50,000 tons of CO2. The initiative aligns with Hawaii's goal to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2045 and the Department of Defense's energy security strategy. Benefits include energy cost stabilization, job creation, local economic boosts, and reduced carbon emissions equivalent to removing 12,000 cars annually. Ameresco expressed pride in their contribution to environmental sustainability and community support.
Ameresco announced the commencement of a $33 million Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) project at the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) sites. This initiative aims to modernize infrastructure and enhance energy efficiency in College Park, MD, and Washington, DC. Expected outcomes include annual savings of $2 million, a 72% reduction in fossil fuel use, 48% reduction in utility water use, and 28% reduction in electricity. The project features upgrades such as building automation systems, heating and cooling optimizations, LED lighting, and more. Supported by a U.S. Department of Energy grant, Ameresco will also integrate solar PVs, a new chiller, and EV charging stations. This project aligns with Executive Order-14057, targeting net-zero emissions.
Ameresco has signed a $249 million contract and long-term service agreement with Atlantic Green for the construction of one of the UK’s largest battery energy storage projects.
The 300-megawatt project, utilizing Envision Energy's Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), will commence in the first half of 2024 and connect to the grid by the end of 2026. The project aims to enhance the UK's energy security and support its net-zero carbon emissions target by 2050.
Atlantic Green, a joint venture between Nofar Energy and Interland Group, aims to develop 2 GW of battery storage capacity in the UK. This project represents a significant milestone for both Ameresco and Atlantic Green in their sustainability efforts.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) has been awarded a $21 million contract by the City of Henderson to upgrade over 30,000 streetlights to LED technology, including the replacement of several hundred poles. This initiative aims to enhance safety, energy efficiency, and community well-being. The project will improve outage monitoring, response times, and overall lighting quality, making streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. The initiative is part of Henderson's commitment to sustainable urban development. Ameresco has a decade-long partnership with Henderson, contributing to the city's infrastructure and quality of life improvements.