Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Environmental Services in Portland, OR
Founded in 1993, Cascade Energy has evolved from an industrial energy efficiency engineering firm into a leader in decarbonization and sustainability solutions. Our 30+ years of expertise in industrial refrigeration and energy systems have enabled us to deliver over 5,104 GWh of energy savings and 1.02 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent reductions. We specialize in strategic energy management, retrocommissioning, and sustainability consulting, serving utilities, corporations, and government agencies.Our team combines technical innovation with hands-on implementation to drive measurable outcomes, including cost savings, operational efficiency, and environmental impact reduction. With offices across the U.S. and partnerships in key industries, we provide tailored solutions that align with client-specific goals while advancing global sustainability targets.
Services
Industrial Refrigeration
Industrial Heat Pumps
Strategic Energy Management
Retrocommissioning
Decarbonization
Sustainability Consulting
Energy Monitoring
Water Management
Utility Incentives
Onsite Energy TAP
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in industrial energy efficiency and decarbonization.
- Our patented Gazebo platform optimizes energy savings at scale.
- We deliver measurable results: 64% of our 8,000 GWh energy savings goal achieved.
- Our team includes experts in utility demand-side management programs.
- We provide tailored solutions for agriculture, manufacturing, and government sectors.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 50001
What people say
Cost-effective savings
Positive partnership
Energy efficiency incentives
Measurable results
Expert implementation
Services
Industrial Refrigeration
Our industrial refrigeration solutions optimize energy use in cold storage facilities. We identify efficiency gaps and implement cost-effective upgrades that reduce energy consumption by up to 30% while maintaining operational integrity. Clients benefit from lower utility bills and improved system reliability.
Strategic Energy Management
This service develops customized energy roadmaps for corporations and utilities. We analyze energy usage patterns, identify savings opportunities, and implement scalable solutions that reduce costs and emissions. Clients gain actionable insights through our Gazebo software platform for continuous improvement.
Decarbonization
Our decarbonization programs help businesses achieve net-zero goals. We conduct comprehensive emissions audits, develop reduction strategies, and implement energy efficiency measures. Clients receive ongoing support to track progress toward sustainability targets while maximizing financial incentives.
Retrocommissioning
This process identifies low-cost energy savings in existing facilities. We analyze building systems, implement efficiency upgrades, and ensure long-term performance improvements. Clients achieve immediate energy savings without major capital investments through our systematic approach.
Sustainability Consulting
Our consultants develop tailored sustainability frameworks for industrial clients. We align business goals with environmental regulations, implement water and energy efficiency programs, and track progress toward ESG targets. Clients receive expert guidance to enhance operational resilience and market competitiveness.
People
Shelly Adams
Director of Business Development
Shelly Adams specializes in government program navigation and client resource alignment for energy efficiency projects. With expertise in market transformation and emerging technology, she builds strategic partnerships that help clients achieve decarbonization goals through available funding and technical support.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We work with agriculture, food processing, manufacturing, utilities, and government sectors to implement energy efficiency and decarbonization solutions tailored to their specific needs.
How do you help with utility incentives?
Our team identifies and secures energy efficiency rebates and incentives for clients, reducing implementation costs for upgrades while maximizing return on investment.
Can you assist with emissions reporting?
Yes, we develop Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions inventories and create actionable decarbonization roadmaps to help businesses meet regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.
What is retrocommissioning?
Retrocommissioning optimizes existing building systems to improve energy efficiency. We identify low-cost adjustments that reduce consumption by 10-30% without major equipment replacements.
Do you offer software solutions?
Our Gazebo platform provides real-time energy monitoring and program management tools that help utilities and corporations track savings and operational improvements at scale.
Reviews (1)
Doug Swier
May 01, 2021
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Cascade Energy (under contract with BPA) did lots of work for us and our industrial customers when I worked for Cowlitz PUD. My general impression of Cascade can be summed up in six words."Thorough work, customer-focused, quality people!"
