Key Takeaways:
- Hort Americas announces an exclusive partnership with Lee Levitt of Energy Advisors 360, enhancing financial and incentive support for greenhouse growers and vertical farmers.
- Levitt brings over 20 years of experience in utilities, incentives, and financial solutions, including co-founding Encentiv Energy and developing rebate tools for major lighting companies.
- The collaboration aims to assist Hort Americas’ clients in maximizing investments through navigating utility rebates and incentives, fostering greater sustainability and operational efficiency.
A Strategic Alliance for Horticultural Financial Solutions
Commercial horticultural supplier Hort Americas has entered into an exclusive partnership with utility rebate specialist Lee Levitt of Energy Advisors 360, marking a significant development in support services for the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) industry. This partnership is poised to offer comprehensive financial solutions and incentive opportunities to greenhouse growers and vertical farmers throughout North America.
Expertise Meets Innovation
Lee Levitt brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, with a career spanning over two decades in the realm of utilities, incentives, and financial solutions. His pioneering work at Encentiv Energy led to the creation of innovative rebate tools and incentive solutions, benefiting a wide array of stakeholders in the lighting industry, including Hort Americas’ lighting partner, Acuity Brands.
Chris Higgins, president and co-founder of Hort Americas, highlighted the value of the partnership, stating, “This partnership with Lee ensures our clients have access to the most beneficial financial solutions.” Higgins emphasized Levitt’s proven track record in securing substantial financial awards for clients, enhancing their ability to maximize investments in critical areas such as lighting and HVAC systems.
Unlocking New Opportunities for Growers
The collaboration between is set to unlock new avenues for clients, simplifying the intricate landscape of utility rebates and incentives. By tapping into Levitt’s extensive expertise, Hort Americas aims to empower growers to achieve enhanced sustainability and operational efficiency, ensuring they reap the maximum financial benefits of their efforts.
Lee Levitt expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, seeing it as a chance to meld horticultural innovation with financial incentives. “Joining forces with Hort Americas is an opportunity to bridge the gap between horticultural innovation and financial incentives,” said Levitt. His goal is to leverage his experience to support the sustainable practices of growers in the CEA industry, fostering a more profitable and environmentally friendly approach to modern agriculture.
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