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Helping Diverse-Owned Businesses Grow and Get Certified

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We have 10 remaining spots available for our Diverse Business Academy. If you, or a business you know, is at least 51% directly owned, managed and controlled by one or more minority, woman, veteran, disabled and/or LGBTQ+ individuals, enroll today!

The academy provides one-on-one support to apply for diverse business certifications and become a Trade Ally. It also connects eligible businesses to resources, mentorship and up to $5,000 in microgrants.

Enroll directly on our website or contact us at diversesupplierinfo@evergreen.energy for more information.

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Join Us for Our September Webinar

Don’t miss our free upcoming webinar where you’ll learn how gas absorption heat pumps can cut energy costs in commercial water heating. Expert Bo DeAngelo will cover real-world applications, design tips and more.

Free Webinar
10 a.m.
Sept. 24, 2025

Innovative Solutions: New Gas Heat Pump Page for Customers

Check out our new gas heat pump website for customers! This page explores the benefits of gas heat pumps for residential, multifamily, and commercial buildings. Use this page as a conversation starter with customers interested in upgrading their heating system.

Visit innovativewaystosave.com and experience it for yourself!

Free, On-Demand Webinars at the TradeAllyCenter.com

Earn free BPI Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for webinars on the Trade Ally Learning Center website! Just filter courses by the “BPI” category to find free, on-demand webinars and courses where you can earn BPI CEUs.

Log in to the Trade Ally Learning Center and start learning!

Contact Us:

Glenn Maxam, Business 

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Kenneth Hill, Residential

(Weatherization) 

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Andy Gorecki,

Multi-Family

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Cristina Lopez, Residential (HVAC/Water Heating)

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These programs are funded by Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas customers in compliance with state law.

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