CAMPUS ENERGY SYSTEMS

Ultimate Value Delivered

We partner with universities in a collaborative manner to unlock real value. Our flexible, long-term P3 approach maximizes innovation, resulting in reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable campus energy solutions today for a resilient tomorrow.

  • Eastern Michigan University
  • Louisiana State University
  • National Western Center
  • Syracuse University

Ypsilanti, MI - EMU

CenTrio’s 50-year partnership with EMU was established to invest in, modernize, & manage the University’s utility infrastructure to operate & maintain existing heating and electric systems.

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Baton Rouge, LA - LSU

CenTrio partnered with LSU to modernize, operate, & maintain the on-campus utility system under a 30-year concession, recruiting a diverse, inclusive & local team to achieve these goals.

Exterior aerial view photo of our plant on campus at Louisiana State University

Denver, CO - NWC

CenTrio & National Western Center Authority are leading the way for district energy systems nationwide to use wastewater as an energy source to replace fossil fuels with more sustainable solutions.

High view of buildings and sky bridge from the CenTrio supported National Western Center campus.

Syracuse, NY - SU

CenTrio partnered with Syracuse University to modernize, operate & maintain the campus-wide utility system providing heating, cooling, & power under a 40-year concession agreement.

Syracuse University campus buildings supported by CenTrio district energy system for sustainable heating and cooling
BENEFITS

Benefits Of Public-Private Partnerships

P3s accelerate infrastructure delivery, leverage private sector expertise and innovation, and optimize resource allocation for public benefit.

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Ensuring Cost Efficiency

Leverage private sector expertise and capital to reduce operational costs and improve performance for public institutions.

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Fostering Innovation

Foster innovation by transferring risk, creating performance incentives, and leveraging private expertise to deliver superior results.

Infrastructure Modernization

Upgrade aging facilities and systems with state-of-the-art technology without upfront capital expenditure by the public institution.

SERVICES

Our Service Offerings

We partner with our customers beyond traditional district energy, fostering long-term, collaborative relationships that drive innovation and deliver flexible, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions.

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Infrastructure Modernization

We invest private capital in energy upgrades, sharing risk/reward for renewed, efficient assets.

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Monetization and Financing

We provide reliable and efficient funding to unlock hidden value through asset monetization.

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Design/Build

We manage complex design/build energy projects on busy campuses around the country.

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Sustainable Approach

We embrace innovation and utilize technology to implement sustainable solutions on campuses.

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Operations and Maintenance

We leverage best practices to achieve operational efficiencies and measurable cost savings.

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Energy Efficiency

We focus on energy efficiency to reduce operating costs, lower CO2 emissions, & improve facility resilience.

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Academic Partnerships

We create tangible learning opportunities to support academic missions at our partner campuses.

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Community Engagement

We ensure engagement and transparency for all stakeholders to establish community partnerships.