The Main Office solar and battery energy storage system is designed to offset approximately 100% of the facility’s electricity use while providing more than 24 hours of backup power for critical wastewater utility operations.
–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC):
WHAT:
Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy infrastructure company delivering integrated solutions to create reliable power and modernize infrastructure, and Roseburg Urban Sanitary Authority (RUSA) will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of a new solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) at RUSA’s Main Office. The installation pairs a 39.4-kWDC solar photovoltaic system with a 50 kW / 184 kWh BESS, expected to offset approximately 100% of the Main Office’s electrical consumption while delivering more than 24 hours of onsite backup power during grid disruptions, improving power reliability for critical operations that serve the Roseburg community.
The project was funded through a combination of support from the Oregon Department of Energy’s Community Renewable Energy Program (C-REP), Energy Trust of Oregon, and Roseburg Urban Sanitary Authority.
The Main Office installation is the first phase of a broader energy infrastructure initiative developed in collaboration with Ameresco, which also includes planned solar PV projects at RUSA’s Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and Natural Treatment System (NTS). The full initiative is expected to generate approximately 1.8 GWh of renewable electricity annually across all three facilities, ultimately reducing long-term costs and strengthening community resilience.
The initiative has been recognized as a model for how agencies can implement integrated, replicable renewable energy infrastructure strategies, having recently been awarded two 2026 Best of the Best Awards from the Oregon Association of Clean Water Agencies and PNCWA Excellence in Resource Recovery & Sustainability Award for 2026. The recognitions reflect RUSA & Ameresco’s shared commitment to modernizing energy infrastructure and delivering lasting value to the region.
WHEN:
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 — 1:00 PM PT
WHERE:
1297 NE Grandview Dr
Roseburg, OR 97470
KEY ATTENDEES:
Roseburg Urban Sanitary Authority
- Jim Baird, General Manager
- RUSA Staff & RUSA Board Members
Ameresco
- Ron Haxton, Senior Vice President, Business Development
- Brian Solan, Vice President, Business Development
- Additional Ameresco Team Members
Elected Officials
- U.S. Representative Val Hoyle
- State Representative Virgle Osborne
- Douglas County Commissioners
- Representatives from U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley’s Office
- Representatives from U.S. Senator Ron Wyden’s Office
Agency & Community Representatives
- Geoff Rabinowitz, Executive Director, Oregon Association of Clean Water Agencies (ACWA)
- Roseburg Chamber of Commerce
- Representatives from the Oregon Department of Energy, including Jason Knouse, Community Renewable Energy Grant Program Analyst
- Representatives from Energy Trust of Oregon, including Kyle Petrocine, Senior Project Manager
- Representatives from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, including Technical Specialist Julie Ulibarri
KEY VISUALS:
- Official ribbon-cutting ceremony with RUSA & Ameresco leadership
- Remarks highlighting the project’s role in community resilience and reliability
- Views of the Main Office solar array and battery energy storage system
- Ameresco and RUSA representatives available for interview
DRESS CODE:
Business Casual
RSVP:
Email rsvp@ameresco.com to RSVP.
About Ameresco, Inc.
Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC) is a leading energy infrastructure company delivering integrated solutions to create reliable power and modernize infrastructure. The company’s Power Infrastructure business integrates energy resources across behind-the-meter and utility-scale systems. Its Buildings & Public Infrastructure business modernizes the built environment with smart, connected solutions that optimize performance and enhance resilience. Ameresco is a trusted full lifecycle partner, delivering over $15 billion in solutions and contracting over 5 GW of energy resources since its founding in 2000. Headquartered in Massachusetts, Ameresco serves public and private sector customers across North America and Europe. Learn more at www.ameresco.com.
About Roseburg Urban Sanitary Authority
Roseburg Urban Sanitary Authority (RUSA) is a public utility dedicated to the management and treatment of wastewater for the City of Roseburg and the outlying area included in the Urban Growth Boundary. Established to protect public health and the environment, RUSA operates a Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and a Natural Treatment System (NTS), focusing on sustainable water management practices. Committed to innovation and community welfare, RUSA continuously strives to implement renewable energy solutions and infrastructure upgrades, positioning itself as a leader in environmentally responsible wastewater management. RUSA’s mission is to provide high-quality services while promoting resource conservation and reducing the environmental impact of its operations.
Contacts
RUSA: Jim Baird, 541-672-1551, jbaird@rusa-or.org
Ameresco: Leila Dillon, 508-661-2264, news@ameresco.com
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