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Client Spotlight: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

By 5 on August 27, 2020

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, is one of the largest seminaries in the world. It was founded in 1908 in Waco, Texas, and moved to Fort Worth in 1910. The Seminary is a non-profit institution that is an entity of the Southern Baptist Convention. Today, the Seminary educates over 3,000 students from across the United States and 45 countries throughout the world, offering bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees in a variety of biblical, theological, and pastoral disciplines.

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Client Spotlight: Klein Tools

By 5 on August 26, 2020

Klein Tools, founded 160 years ago by a German immigrant, Mathias Klein, continues to be led by his family, six generations later. The Klein family takes great pride in carrying on Mathias' legacy of creating and manufacturing the highest quality tools and related products. Klein Tools is headquartered in Lincolnshire, IL and has offices, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the country. Klein Tools are so well known and respected among professionals in the electrical industry that a Lineman’s pliers are often referred to as “Kleins.”

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Client Spotlight: Cleveland Institute of Music

By 5 on July 24, 2020

The Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) is one of just seven independent conservatories of music in the United States and one of three exclusively devoted to classical music. CIM students benefit from intensive study with CIM’s stellar faculty, access to world-renowned visiting artists and conductors, and the rich curriculum offered by CIM’s partner Case Western Reserve University. CIM’s graduates command the most celebrated and revered stages in the world as soloists, chamber musicians and ensemble members; compose award-winning repertoire; and are sought-after teaching artists, administrators and thought leaders within the world of classical music.

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Client Spotlight: DiBella's Subs

By 5 on June 24, 2020

DiBella’s Subs started over a century ago as a little corner grocery store in Rochester, NY. The business evolved into an Italian import store and delicatessen and eventually decided to focus on perfecting the time-honored baking techniques that would produce the classic sandwich roll for which they are famous. Today, that small, family-run business has 44 stores in five states, and is known for its quality, exceptional service, and fresh baked bread. In fact, DiBella’s mantra is, “It’s all about the bread.” They believe that every time they build a sandwich, they build a relationship. This has created a dedicated customer base, where first-time visitors are changed into life-long fans.

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McLean Packaging Commits to Completely Renewable Energy

By 5 on May 28, 2020

Moorestown, NJ - May 28, 2020

McLean Packaging, a turnkey provider of rigid set boxes, folding cartons, corrugated displays and thermoformed packaging solutions with emphasis on the beauty and personal care sectors, has contracted with national energy advisory firm 5 and ENGIE Resources, LLC on a five-year energy agreement that supports the development of renewables. The deal supports McLean’s zero carbon transition and sustainability goals which include sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable resources.

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Carlton Towers Honors First Responders

By 5 on May 27, 2020

One of 5's long-time clients, Carlton Towers in Passaic, New Jersey, encouraged their residents to gather on their balconies to thank first responders and front-line healthcare workers.  One glance at the smiles, flags, heartfelt messages, and united praise for all the brave men and women risking their lives made us feel hopeful and grateful. We think it will do the same for you. Check out the video below to see how this community showed their appreciation for local healthcare heroes. Click here to read the article. 

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Spotlight – Construction Services Improves Profitability for Restaurant Chain

By 5 on May 5, 2020

After an exhaustive review process, one of the nation’s fastest-growing quick-serve restaurant chains selected 5 to serve as their comprehensive advisor for everything energy-related. In addition to 5’s initial analysis of usage data and subsequent electricity procurement process, the client also voiced concerns related to their new construction utility process and the financial impact of delayed store openings.

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Billingsley Company Partners with 5 and TXU Energy on Renewable Energy Strategy

By 5 on April 3, 2020

Dallas, TX - April 4, 2020

As an industry leader in real estate development and property management, Billingsley Company has a robust and diverse portfolio throughout Texas. Now, with the help of energy advisory company 5, and TXU Energy, the firm has landed a deal of a different kind: a long-term energy contract utilizing 100% renewable energy sources that will yield significant cost reductions.

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Spotlight - Whole Health Energy Plan Implemented for Major NYC Medical Center

By 5 on March 31, 2020

In late 2018, a world-class academic medical center in NYC engaged Luthin Associates, 5’s regional brand in the tri-state area, to process Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) refunds. This hospital group has already come to expect excellence when working with our team through various programs and projects that we were doing on an ala carte basis. After only a few years of the GRT program, the hospital system had already realized over $700,000 in refunds.

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Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Partners with 5 & TXU Energy

By 5 on March 2, 2020

Fort Worth, TX - March 2, 2020

The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History has powered its way to energy cost reductions and a cleaner energy future by executing a new 100% renewable electricity agreement with TXU Energy through its partnership with the energy advisory firm 5.

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