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Miami-Dade County to implement solar and energy upgrades
Project includes design and installation of rooftop solar and interior and exterior LED retrofits at the Children’s Courthouse and the ER Graham Building.
At a glance
Who: Miami-Dade County; Ameresco.
What: Miami-Dade County is working with energy infrastructure solutions provider Ameresco to deliver solar and energy-efficiency upgrades.
Why: The work falls under a Guaranteed Energy, Water, and Wastewater Performance Savings Contract (ESPC) to implement energy conservation measures across the two key facilities.
Where: The project focuses on two facilities: the Children’s Courthouse and the ER Graham Building.
Miami-Dade County is working with energy infrastructure solutions provider Ameresco to deliver solar and energy-efficiency upgrades.
The project includes the design and installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and comprehensive interior and exterior LED lighting retrofits at the Children’s Courthouse and the ER Graham Building.
Sustainability goals
The work falls under a Guaranteed Energy, Water, and Wastewater Performance Savings Contract (ESPC) to implement energy conservation measures across the two key facilities.
Ameresco reports that together the measures deliver improvements in energy efficiency and facility performance and the project is expected to reduce annual electrical expenditures.
“This project also enables the County to make meaningful progress toward our broader sustainability goals while prioritising the critical services our residents depend on every day”
“We’re proud to partner with Ameresco on these critical energy infrastructure upgrades, which will help ensure our facilities remain reliable and efficient for the community,” said Dr Jason Grant, senior energy resilience programme manager of Miami-Dade County’s Office of Real Estate and Development.
“This project also enables the County to make meaningful progress toward our broader sustainability goals while prioritising the critical services our residents depend on every day.”
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These upgrades align with Miami-Dade County’s long-term sustainability strategy for resilient buildings and infrastructure. By leveraging on-site renewable energy, energy-efficient lighting, and advanced energy technology solutions, the project will help lower operating expenses, reduce energy consumption, and support ongoing efforts to modernise the county’s infrastructure.
“Ameresco has a longstanding partnership with Miami-Dade County to deliver solutions that create long-term value for the community,” said Lou Maltezos, co-president of Ameresco.
“We’re proud to continue that partnership through this ESPC, working closely with the county to advance practical improvements that strengthen their facilities and support operational priorities.”
This initiative builds on Ameresco’s growing role in South Florida, reflecting a history of successful collaboration with local governments to deliver comprehensive energy infrastructure and efficiency solutions across the region.
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