Cold Storage

“5 has been key in helping us reduce operating costs through both electricity procurement and by helping us identify and eliminate power factor penalties. 5 is Premier’s trusted partner when it comes to energy.”

- Ron Bufford, President, Premier Refrigerated

5 takes a comprehensive approach to reviewing and implementing an energy management strategy that includes procurement, demand-side management, sustainability, and resiliency. In addition to the normal suite of services provided by 5, cold storage clients have unique energy-related needs and opportunities associated with their operations that require a higher order of expertise. At 5, we assign a team of subject matter experts to help cold storage clients capitalize on potential opportunities while also limiting their exposure to risk.

Depending on their specific operations and location, cold storage clients may benefit from the following services:

• Demand response
• Distributed generation and microgrids
• Strategic hedging alternatives and customized product structures
• Coincident peak management
• ESG strategy creation, implementation, and marketing

5 serves a wide variety of clients in the cold storage industry including large beverage distributors, food and produce storage facilities, and national supply chain providers with numerous cold storage depots across many states. 5’s cold storage clients include strong brands at the local, national, and international levels, each supported by a team of specialized analysts and advisors with the right combination of technical and operational expertise to offer best-in-class solutions.

When cold storage clients work with 5, a robust energy strategy becomes a strategic business advantage.

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