Jersey Desk - Power Up Profits: East Orange Businesses Learn to Go Green and Cut Energy Costs Fast

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BLOOMFIELD, N.J. - JerseyDesk -- Local entrepreneurs received a high-impact boost at Session 6 of the East Orange Professional Development Workshop Series, "Greening Your Business for Success," held on May 21, 2025. The featured presenter, Kelvin Roberson, MBA, is an Energy Efficiency Advisor with TRC, a key contractor for PSE&G's Business Energy Saver Program.

During the session, Roberson broke down how small- and medium-sized businesses can significantly reduce energy use, enhance workplace comfort, and increase productivity—all while saving money. Attendees learned how to tap into PSE&G incentives for energy-saving upgrades like LED lighting, HVAC improvements, VFDs, commercial kitchen equipment, and custom-engineered solutions.

Many business owners were surprised to discover that up to 80% of project costs can be covered through PSE&G's programs, with interest-free repayment options and personalized on-site assessments available through the program's Direct Install initiative.

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Anna D. Banks, Founder of Thrive Leadership Institute and the program facilitator, emphasized the strategic value of the session:

"This workshop opened everyone's eyes. Energy efficiency isn't just an environmental move—it's a business decision that boosts your bottom line. Going green can help entrepreneurs lower operating costs and reallocate those savings into business growth."

The Business Energy Saver Program offers both prescriptive and custom solutions, and today's session provided business owners with the step-by-step guidance to start the application process and maximize benefits.

Mark Cheatham, Business Development Manager with the City of East Orange Office of Policy, Planning and Development, added:

"We're committed to building stronger, more sustainable businesses here in East Orange. The insights shared in today's session are a game-changer for any entrepreneur looking to reduce costs and modernize their operations without sacrificing quality."

Ready to start saving energy and scaling your business?
Visit bizsave.pseg.com or call 1-844-300-PSEG to explore programs and apply.