Comverge makes efficiency easy for consumers (Atlanta)

Clean energy management company Comverge Inc. is leading the way in more efficient technology and solutions in the energy industry. With more than 25 years of experience, Comverge is a pioneer in clean energy solutions and demand response — mechanisms that help customers manage their consumption of electricity at peak times.

The company provides alternative energy solutions that improve grid reliability and supply electricity in a more resourceful way — reducing the carbon footprint as well as the number of power plants that need to be built. This leads to a reduction in the amount of pollutants and greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere.

For its smart grid energy management technology, Comverge is the winner of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2010 Environmental Award in the Envention category.

“Comverge provides solutions to a very complex problem. Their technology has significant impact on the environment by addressing all three aspects of the clean energy movement, alternative energy, smart grid and conservation,” said Mark Greeff, audit partner and Atlanta technology industry practice leader at Grant Thornton LLP.

With more than 500 U.S. utility clients nationwide and 5 million energy management devices installed, the Norcross-based company’s technology is being put into use throughout the country. Products range from “smart” thermostats and home energy automation systems to advanced metering and industrial facilities controls. These solutions are focused on helping utilities and consumers use energy more efficiently.

Read the full story in the Atlanta Business Chronicle.