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Inc. Magazine Unveils 28th Annual List of
America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies—the Inc. 500
Pfister Energy Ranks No. 343 on the 2009 Inc. 500
with Three-Year Sales Growth of 720.9%
NEW YORK, November 18, 2009 -- Inc. magazine ranked Pfister Energy No. 343 on its 28th annual Inc. 500, an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent-minded entrepreneurs. Companies such as Microsoft, Zappos, Intuit, GoDaddy, Under Armour, Jamba Juice, American Apparel, Oracle, and hundreds of other powerhouses gained early exposure as members of the Inc. 500.
Vineland Ramada Inn saves with solar
NJ.com (March 2010)
By Jason Laday
VINELAND — The Vineland Ramada Inn on Friday unveiled its completed solar project to harvest the sun toward 80 percent of the hotel’s electricity needs.
In a press event before the vast field of solar arrays behind the Landis Avenue Ramada, co-owner John Scipione stated the $2.6 million project saves the business $8,000 to $10,000 per month in energy costs.
“But it will pay for itself sooner than those numbers imply,” said Scipione, flanked by his wife and hotel co-owner Annette, following the press conference. “There are federal tax credits that reimburse 30 percent of the costs of the project.
“It’s just something we wanted to do to save money and also become part of the state’s green economy. This is the first member of the Wyndam Hotel family to use solar power.”
Scipione stated the solar panels will pay for themselves in just under three years.
According to officials with the hotel, the solar array system behind the hotel will generate 620,620 kW hours of electricity per year — enough to power 50 households.
The system overproduces electricity, the energy will be stored, and not put back into the electrical grid, to make up for instances when the system under produces.
In addition to opening the solar field, the Scipiones, who purchased the hotel in May 2009, have been outfitting the building with more energy-saving electrical devices.
“We’ve gone through and switched out 1,400 incandescent bulbs for fluorescent bulbs,” said Scipione. “We’re also going to be doing a state energy audit, and try reduce our gas bills.”
Ditching the incandescent bulbs will save the hotel $2,500 per month in energy costs, according to the owners. They spent 95 cents per fluorescent bulb.
Officials from the Paterson, N.J,-based company that install the solar panels, Pfister, stated they were proud to be part of the project.
“This is what we do,” said Pfister Chief Financial Officer Jonathan Lee. “We’re excited that more people and companies are turning toward solar energy as a less expensive way to power their homes and business.”
Pfister Energy Opens New Offices in Tampa, Florida!
TAMPA, FL, February 11, 2010 -- Pfister Energy, Inc. announced today that it has partnered with McEnany Contracting, Inc. to open new offices in the State of Florida. This partnership continues Pfister’s ongoing national expansion and represents the second new location for the company in the past 12 months. Under the arrangement, a new entity, Pfister Energy of Florida LLC, has been incorporated to deliver turnkey renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in the Southeastern United States.
The collaboration, established through Pfister’s Licensed Installer Program, will leverage Pfister’s experience and capabilities in the renewable energy sector with McEnany Contracting’s established installation presence in the region, in order to bolster the Company’s project implementation footprint.
Wayne Pfisterer of Pfister Energy commented, “With offices in Paterson, New Jersey, Baltimore, Maryland, and Tampa, Florida, we are now positioned to be a leader in the development and installation of alternative energy systems throughout the East Coast.” The company plans to add additional partners to its Licensee network in those states that are conducive to renewable energy projects. “We’re focused on continuing this growth in California, Arizona, Colorado, and several other States.”
Pfister Energy of Florida will offer clean energy solutions in Photovoltaics, Solar Lighting, Solar Thermal, Green Roofing, Wind Turbines, Daylighting and Fuel Cell technology. In addition to attractive Federal incentive programs available, the State of Florida has additional incentive platforms to further support the deployment of these technologies.
“This new venture represents a terrific opportunity for us to deliver exciting new services to our existing customer base,” said Mike McEnany, President of the new Pfister LLC. “We are thrilled to join the Pfister team, and are looking forward to making renewable energy a reality for forward-thinking corporations here in the State of Florida.”
About the Companies:
McEnany Contracting, Inc. is a 25-year-old, full service contractor operating out of Tampa, Florida, and a certified roofing contractor. Their expertise in roofing positions Pfister Energy of Florida LLC to deliver turnkey solar-integrated-roofing and other related renewables in a manner that ensures long-term harmony with the underlying roofing substrate.
Pfister Energy is a leading provider of Renewable Energy solutions for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. As a “Design-Build” contractor, Pfister Energy provides turnkey green solutions. The company’s services include the design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of photovoltaics, BIPV, solar thermal, natural daylighting, wind power, solar lighting, green roofing, geothermal, rainwater harvesting, and fuel cell systems. For more information, please visit www.pfisterenergy.com.
Federal courthouse shining example of solar benefits
The Times (January 2010)
By Matt Fair
TRENTON – With a new set of solar panels laid out on its roof to provide electricity and hot water, the Clarkson S. Fisher Federal Courthouse on East State Street is letting the sunshine in.
Operated by the federal General Services Administration (GSA), officials there said they wanted to see the United States government become a leader in “green” technology and alternative energy.
“GSA is one of the largest owners and operators of building space in the world,” said Gina Gilliam, a regional GSA spokeswoman. “With a footprint of this magnitude, it is important for the federal government to raise the baseline and set the trend for buildings nationwide and help encourage eco-friendly alternatives both large and small.”
Pfister Energy's VP of Business Development Robert Vessie quoted in
Distributed Energy Magazine!
Slashing Lighting Costs
Distributed Energy Magazine (January 2010)
By Dan Rafter
Vincent Rieselman faced a challenge. The senior designer needed to provide adequate lighting for a combination lecture hall/computer lab at Estrella Mountain Community College in Avondale, AZ. The problem? The space he needed to light was cavernous, measuring 60-feet-by-60-feet.
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A Skyrocketing Bottom Line
The Record (September 2009)
By Carol Fletcher
Revenue at three North Jersey companies has surged enough over the last three years for
these enterprises to be counted among America's 500 fastest-growing businesses by Inc.
magazine.
"When the going gets tough, the tough show up here" is how the financial publication described the companies. Aggregate 2008 revenue at all 500 businesses was $18.4 billion, eclipsing the prior year's total by nearly $5 billion. Businesses on the annual list have to show full calendar years of sales from 2005 to 2008. They must be based in the United States, be private, be for-profit and be independent as of Dec. 31, 2008.
Installers fear that pay mandate may squeeze them out of the market
The Record (July 2009)
By Carol Fletcher
A new state law has installers of renewable energy projects worried.
They say the measure requiring them to pay prevailing wage – essentially union levels – to workers on so-called green projects will lift labor costs, make the companies less competitive with larger businesses that can afford higher pay and slow the state’s growing renewable energy industry.
The legislation was signed on July 15 and requires workers on non-residential projects that get Board of Public Utilities funding assistance, or require BPU approval, be paid prevailing wage.
Small installers and makers of solar systems and wind turbines say they are the ones that will be hurt, because many large businesses already pay union wages or hire union workers. In response, several say they will join or support the 72-member trade association, the Mid-Atlantic Solar Energy Industries Association (MSEIA), if it follows through on its statement to challenge the legislation.
Ready, Set, Launch
Baltimore Business Journal (May 2009)
by Scott Dance
...For Bill Cole, it was easier to take the risk because he’s partnering with an existing company — one that is also still his employer.
Cole started Pfister Energy in Baltimore in January. He had seen the attention given to growth and demand for solar energy during the past few years. He decided he could break into the business without completely going out on a limb by staying and partnering with his family-owned business, Cole Roofing Inc., where he is still a vice president who oversees sales.
“I’m able to leverage that I’ve got the
equipment and the manpower of a 90-year-old roofing company,” Cole said.
So far, he splits his time fairly evenly between the two companies as he drums up business. Some days that means spending more time digging up leads for solar system sales; others, it means working with roofing clients all day, and then catching up on Pfister at night...
Bright Ideas
Distributed Energy Magazine (March/April 2009)
by Katherine Holden
New-and-improved technologies help companies save on energy costs, make work environments user-friendly, and reduce electrical grid loads.
Whether speaking of one-of-a-kind technological advances or the concept and process of “bundling” to address energy needs and savings, there’s a lot going on—hybrid daylighting, induction lighting, light-emitting diodes (LED) roaring down the pike, new ways to control the flow of voltage from older lamps, new lighting techniques that allow controlling to be from a computer anywhere in the world, and putting it all together in one bundle, from the photovoltaics on the roof to the smallest exit sign. Clearly, energy-efficient lighting is on a roll.
The Right Technology for the Right Problem
Energy-efficient lighting is what the California Lighting Technology Center (CLTC) on the University of California (UC) Davis campus is all about. Established through a joint effort of the California Energy Commission and UC Davis to stimulate the research,development, and application of energy-efficient lighting, CLTC is part of the Design Department in the College of Letters and Science. CLTC’s Director of Engineering, Bruce Pelton says, “We use the university and college system as a test bed. Right now, we’re using four parking lots on campus to test three lighting systems. Moving towards white light, we’ve conducted trials on bi-level metal hydrate, LED, and induction lamps. We’re technology neutral. The trick for us is finding the right technology for the right problem.”
According to Pelton, the State of California is looking at energy efficiency and “is outlawing low-efficient light sources. It
will soon demand that outdoor fixtures are controllable.”
Working with local utilities, Pelton says they paid one-third of the cost for the roll out of the 1500 induction lamps for
purchase and installation. “The utilities like the long-life property of the induction lamps with the energy reduction,” he
adds. “It makes more sense to conserve and delay the need for new energy sources. The utilities are paid for what they
produce and what they conserve. They will put a quarter-million dollars into this project.”...read full article
Pfister Energy Opens New Offices in Baltimore
Paterson, NJ (February 10, 2009) - Pfister Energy, Inc. announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Cole Roofing to open new offices in Baltimore, Maryland to better serve the Mid-Atlantic region.
The collaboration will leverage Pfister’s capabilities within the renewable energy sector with Cole Roofing’s established installation presence in the region, in order to bolster the Company’s project implementation footprint.
Pfister Energy talks Wind at Globalcon 2008
CBS Austin (March 22, 2008) - If you're trying to save electricity at home you're not alone. Austin Energy's largest customers are also taking steps to cut down on their power use...Watch Video
Pfister Energy Wind Turbine Technology on Channel 7 News
ABC 7 News NY (Aug. 20, 2008) - The concept of wind turbines atop tall buildings in the city can be good for generating excitement...Watch Video
New Energy Solutions featuring Pfister Energy
ATLANTA (FOX 5) -- For the next couple of days, Atlanta will play host to some of the "greenest" minds in the world. Environmental engineers will come together to share ideas and products designed to save energy and money. Click on video for more information. FOX 5's Russ Spencer reports. Watch Video
Solar cell idea made firm a star
Friday, October 17, 2008
The Herald News
BY DENISA R. SUPERVILLE
STAFF WRITER
PATERSON — About six years ago, Dieter Pfisterer was looking for ways to drum up more business for his roofing company and set it apart from the competition.
Powerful Team Effort
Manufacturers, Contractor
Develop Integrated Solar System
Roofing contractor follows the sun
By Michael Russo, RSI, Editor-at-Large
Pfister Energy on the cutting edge of renewable technologies.
1010 Wins Renewable Energy Audio Series
Platinum Sponsor at the NJ Clean Energy Conference 2008
The 2008 Clean Energy Conference & Leadership Awards was held at the Hyatt Regency in Jersey City, NJ on October 17. Some of the major themes of this year's Clean Energy Conference & Leadership Awards highlighted the cleantech industry and investment and financing strategies that will help drive economic growth, create new jobs, and help protect the environment. The event was successful and well attended. Pfister Energy, as the Platinum sponsor of the event, was asked to speak at the awards luncheon. Our very own CEO, Dieter Pfisterer, gave a speech about the importance of energy efficiency and the emergence of renewable technologies. Pfister Energy hosted a reception after the conference on Friday evening which was also a success.
We would like to thank everyone who attended both the conference and the cocktail party. It was spectacular to meet everyone and we sincerely hope you had a great time. We look forward to attending the conference again in 2009 and look forward to seeing you all there, again.
NJ Clean Energy Conference
Pfister Energy One of Fast Company’s Fast 50 Reader's Favorite!
The Fast 50 is Fast Company magazine's annual readers' challenge, a worldwide search for ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Fast Company magazine's goal is to remind the world of all the good that's created when passionate people with big ideas and strong convictions are determined to make a difference.
Thank you for your vote!
Out of thousands of entries, Pfister Energy is proud to be announced as one of reader's favorites for the Fast Company Fast 50 during the Fast Company magazine's search for innovative and interesting businesses that make a difference.
Thank you for voting!!! We appreciate your support!!! Wayne Pfisterer and all of us here at Pfister Energy
To read our entry , please click on this link:
http://www.fastcompany.com/fast50_07/profile/index.html?pfisterer311
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Pfister Energy to Introduce New Technologies
Rain Water Harvesting
There's money literally falling from the skies every time it rains. There are systems available that help to mitigate roof runoff and restore the natural flow of rainwater into the ground. These systems, called rainwater harvesting systems, consist of tanks that collect rainwater from rooftop downspouts and then store the water for later use outdoors, such as landscaping and irrigation.
Solar Thermal Technology
Solar thermal technology converts radiant solar energy (sunlight) to heat. This heat can then be harvested to produce power, heat water for industrial uses, passively or actively heat space, or cool space with an absorptive cooling system. The primary advantage of hybridization and thermal storage is that the technologies can provide dispatchable power and operate during periods when solar energy is not available. Hybridization and thermal storage can enhance the economic value of the electricity produced and reduce its average cost.
Pfister Energy Purchases Two Hybrid Vehicles
To date, hybrids on American roads have saved 5.5 million barrels of fuel, according to a new study from the Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Lab. That's less than one full day's worth of fuel over a seven year period. The emergence of hybrids is one small but necessary step toward reducing the use of petroleum. How is Pfister leading the way?
We are proud to announce the recent purchase of two hybrid vehicles. Wayne Pfisterer, President of Pfister Energy, is committed to making the workplace a rewarding and fulfilling place to work, coupled with his commitment to protecting the planet, Pfisterer believes as a business owner, this is simply the right thing to do.
Pfister Energy employee Jeff Pruneau, Project Manager/Engineer, received the clean-operating Ford Escape Hybrid which produces near zero smog-forming emissions. Greg Corbett, Operations Manager, is driving the Mercury Mariner featuring emissions that are far cleaner than the regular Mariner. Jeff (left) and Greg (right) are pictured next to their vehicles below.
Conversation on Energy
Tom Ryan, Sales Engineer and Ericka Macko, Sales & Marketing Coordinator of Pfister Energy, who is a recognized partner of the event, attended "A Conversation on Energy" which was hosted by ConocoPhillips and Rutgers University Energy Institute on Wednesday, September 19, 2007. The Town Hall Meeting, held at the Trenton Marriott at Lafayette Yard, included speakers from ConocoPhillips and invited panelists such as the Honorable Lisa Jackson, commissioner, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection; Dr. Paul Falkowski, acting director, Rutgers University Energy Institute; and Sara Bluhm, Assistant Vice President of Energy and Federal Affairs of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association.ConocoPhillips believes it's up to today's energy leaders to set the stage for tomorrow's energy solutions, from alternatives like renewable fuels to traditional sources like oil and gas. To better understand the public's view on energy issues and to share information on what ConocoPhillips is doing to address those issues, the company is hosting town hall meetings and community events in cities big and small across America, and bringing together energy experts and concerned citizens to discuss ways to secure our energy future. The tour consists of town hall meetings and community events in which the company will engage area residents and energy users, and local community and business leaders, to discuss energy solutions that are reliable, available and environmentally friendly. Local citizens are invited to ask questions and offer suggestions, while discussing supply/demand issues and energy alternatives with industry experts. These conversations on energy are the first steps in a dialogue needed to address today's energy challenges.
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Pfister featured in NJ Business Magazine March Issue
Global Warming a Reality, As Economic Argument for Alternative Power Still Being Waged
Read Article: NJ Business Magazine March
Pfister in The Record (Bergen County) March 18, 2007
N.J. small businesses are answering the growing demand for renewable energy and providing more choice
Read the complete article: Bergen Record 3_18_07.pdf
CBT Architects (Boston, MA) 2nd Annual Greenday Festival
Wayne Pfister Featured Speaker, March 16, 2007
Wayne was the featured speaker at the CBT Architects 2nd Annual Greenday Festival event which was held on March 16, 2007. This event was attended by several hundred architects and outside guests. Building integrated technology, their design into new construction, the benefits and the incentives for this technology were the highlights of his speech.
Pfister Energy Installs our first Vertical-axis wind turbine at Corporate HQ!
Exciting things are happening at Pfister Energy! We now have our first vertical-axis wind turbine installed on our rooftop in Paterson making it the first of its kind installed on the East Coast! A vertical-axis turbine takes advantage of the low and fractured wind regimes of urban areas. These turbines are lightweight, building-integrated solutions, capitalizing on the individual wind dynamics that are inherent to each building.
Windmill Raising Event 10-5-06
Thursday October 5th, Pfister Energy was present in Lambertville, NJ to help launch the kickoff of the
10th annual Corn Maze at the Howell Living History Farm.
The event was covered by WZBN News.
The maze, which is cut into some four acres of cornfield, takes the shape of a historic windmill this year to celebrate the historic preservation and inauguration of an authentic, historic windmill, which will be permanently installed Howell Farm’s historic site to pump water. Mercer County Executive Brian M. Hughes and some local school children took part in the hoisting of the historic windmill, which is presently situated at the entrance of the windmill-shaped labyrinth.
Pfister Energy was on hand to display its modern, electricity-generating wind turbine as a depiction of present-day “windmill” technology. Pfister, along with Hughes, conducted an informative question and answer session about renewable energy topics with the local school kids, prior to conducting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on the modern turbine. The Howell Farm is planning to install a modern wind turbine to generate electricity at its workshop and maintenance facility located near the maze.