Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP)

Breeze Ridge Farm is making Moo-ves Towards Energy Efficiency Breeze Ridge Farm, a family-owned dairy farm in Pennsylvania, wanted to upgrade its ventilation and grain drying systems to improve energy efficiency but found the grant application process overwhelming. ➡️ With PennTAP’s support, they secured over $14,000 in funding through the USDA REAP and Pennsylvania SBAG programs. 💡 These upgrades are expected to save over 11,200 kWh of electricity annually and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 7.4 metric tons. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eamZZycp #Manufacturing #FarmTech #EnergyEfficiency

PennTAP empowers Pennsylvania businesses and organizations with expert guidance to improve operations, boost energy efficiency, enhance sustainability, and drive innovation. Whether you're looking to cut costs, adopt new technologies, or grow smarter, PennTAP is here to help. Learn more about our services: https://penntap.psu.edu

A $10,000 grant from the FirstEnergy Foundation, in partnership with PennTAP, funded no-cost energy efficiency assessments for PA manufacturers—resulting in over $2 million in economic benefits statewide. ➡️ These assessments helped businesses cut energy costs, improve operations, and enhance sustainability. Learn more about it here: https://lnkd.in/deDvkJDf  

At PennTAP, we bridge the gap between academia and industry. With help from a Penn State graduate assistant, we enhanced our ESG services to better support businesses in achieving sustainability goals. When you work with PennTAP, you gain access to university-backed expertise to drive your success. Read more about this success story: https://lnkd.in/emFt-y5Q  

Looking to cut costs, improve efficiency, and grow smarter? PennTAP offers Energy and Operational Assessments to help businesses identify ways to save energy and reduce expenses. We can also connect you to available energy grants and rebates, making sustainability more accessible. Plus, through our University Connections, we can link your business with Penn State's vast network of expertise and resources. Discover how we can help your organization thrive: https://penntap.psu.edu/

Interested in learning more about the RISE PA Grant Program? Join the webinar happening tomorrow!

Cedar Grove Farm sought a way to improve efficiency and cut energy costs. With PennTAP’s assistance, they upgraded their grain dryer to a state-of-the-art system, saving energy and ensuring a more sustainable future for their operations. Learn how PennTAP helped this farm boost performance and reduce costs: https://lnkd.in/eMykXueH #manufacturing #sustainability #energy 

#Sustainability and #innovation go hand-in-hand when it comes to improving manufacturing processes. A Pennsylvania-based metal manufacturer worked with PennTAP to tackle production inefficiencies. By implementing key recommendations, they achieved a 30–35% production increase while reducing material waste and downtime. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e4nzBNmF Interested in working with us? Learn more about what we offer here: https://penntap.psu.edu/ 

Join us for the RISE PA Grant Program for Industrial Decarbonization webinar on January 31! Noon to 1:15 p.m. This session will feature Alanna Colvin, Associate Director of Programming at PennTAP, discussing the new RISE PA grant program aimed at reducing industrial emissions in Pennsylvania. This is a great opportunity to learn how you can access funding for energy efficiency upgrades and solar energy solutions. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/dpj8hA2n