Sprague and Picktricity installed solar panels atop a petroleum storage terminal at Sprague ’ s terminal in South Portland , Maine .
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annual savings , we are excited to roll this out on many more of our tanks and take advantage of greater savings and possible revenue generation ,” Leduc said .
“ We ’ re looking to put them on tanks in Massachusetts and New York because it ’ s much more favorable in those states to do renewable power ,” Leduc said . “ You get better tax incentives and renewable energy credits .”
After realizing the benefits at its own terminal and recognizing the opportunity to help expand sustainability efforts across the industry , Sprague began partnership talks with Picktricity to expand the use of the technology not only on its own storage tanks , but also to offer the solution to other terminal operators throughout the United States .
“ Sprague is pleased to develop a partnership focused on renewable energy ,” said David Glendon , president and chief executive officer at Sprague . “ The flexible solar panels are an excellent way for us to expand our sustainability efforts while leveraging our existing infrastructure .”
With deep industry knowledge and experience installing the strips on a variety of flat surfaces , Sprague and Picktricity said , they are well-positioned to help terminal owners choose locations where the flexible thin-film product will have the most impact .
“ Many of the options available allow terminal owners to receive power savings and environmental benefits without the requirement of capital investment ,” Glendon said .
Kevin Maloney , founder and chief executive officer of Picktricity , said , “ We ’ re excited to collaborate to bring great opportunities for sustainability and electricity cost savings to the
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