SALT LAKE CITY — Alsco Uniforms reports that it and Hawaii Unified Industries have completed a rooftop solar installation at the Alsco Uniforms Honolulu plant.
This new solar system will support Alsco Uniforms in delivering linen and uniform laundry services to Oahu while minimizing its environmental footprint using sustainable energy.
“Our business of laundering reusable linen and uniforms for thousands of businesses across the island highlights our dedication to the environment,” says Tim Stuewer, director of operations support.
“This solar installation not only adds to that sustainable model but strengthens our commitment to environmental stewardship in the communities we serve.”
Hawaii Unified started the project in 2022 by preparing the facility’s rooftop for photovoltaic installation. Construction of the solar system began in October 2023, and the first phase became operational by Dec. 26, 2023.
The project was fully completed with the second phase in June 2024.
“We are extremely proud of our partnership with Alsco Uniforms to bring renewable energy to their facility and help them reduce their carbon footprint,” says Ryno Irwin, CEO of Hawaii Unified.
“Our companies share a philosophy of reducing pollution for our state to give younger generations a chance to enjoy our beautiful island environment.”
Brian Arkle, general manager of the Alsco Uniforms Honolulu plant, worked closely with corporate engineers to coordinate the project with Hawaii Unified. Key leaders from Hawaii Unified played an instrumental role in the project from its initial planning stages to its completion. This team included Irwin; Mike Johnson, director of project development; and Seth Levin, senior director of energy.
With the new solar installation now operational, the Alsco Uniforms Honolulu plant is projected to generate 1,036,621 kWh of solar power annually, offsetting 1,575,892 pounds of carbon dioxide in the first year—equivalent to planting 12,128 trees.
Additionally, Alsco Uniforms is set to save over $435,000 in annual energy costs.
“We are excited to have a full solar array on our Honolulu plant to provide clean electricity to the Oahu community,” Stuewer says.
“We are not stopping with Honolulu, with other installations in progress in North America as well as solar operations in Australia.”
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