NPU to upgrade natural gas infrastructure along West Thames Street
On Monday, July 23, crews from Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) will begin a project to replace nearly 2,000 feet of cast-iron natural gas piping with safer, modern piping. This work will take place along West Thames Street, from Dunham Street to Bushnell Place and should be complete by October.
Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan Meeting
NPU will conduct a public informational meeting on August 1, 2018 at 6 PM at 16 South Golden Street, Norwich, on the updated draft of its existing Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan (CSO/LTCP).
NPU schedules flushing of water system for 2018
Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) will begin the annual flushing of its water system for 2018 during the week of July 9. This phase of the work is expected to be complete by August 3rd. A second phase of hydrant flushing will be performed in the early fall.
NPU earns national recognition for excellence in reliable and safe electric service
In May, Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) was among 118 of the nation’s more than 2,000 public power utilities that earned the Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for providing reliable and safe electric service. This is a very special award for the men and women of NPU who
NPU’s new LED streetlights installed at four demonstration locations
City-wide conversion project to get underway in this summer Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) has installed 19 streetlights at four demonstration locations as its city-wide LED streetlight conversion project moves forward. Following an audit of all 5,000+ public and private streetlights in the city earlier this spring, NPU will be installing new, high efficiency streetlights across
13 Commercial customers earn $91,910 in Q2 rebates
13 commercial customers of NPU completed 16 efficiency upgrade projects in the 2nd Quarter of 2018 and earned $91,910 in rebates by investing in energy efficient lighting, heating and cooling upgrades. The 13 projects represent a collective investment of approximately $562,000 by Norwich businesses in their buildings, properties and facilities. And in turn, these customers
Does NPU’s 0% Loan Program work for your business?
Qualified commercial customers of NPU can secure zero-percent financing for their efficiency projects, making improvements that will reduce energy costs every month. LED lighting projects are eligible for a rebate of 25% of the project costs. And here’s the best part: you pay the principle on your loan – NPU pays the interest. To participate
NPU participates in State’s Emergency Planning & Preparedness Initiative
On June 20, NPU hosted and participated in the annual statewide Emergency Planning and Preparedness Initiative under the direction of the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. The exercise simulated the preparation, response and recovery from a multi-day, severe weather event. The exercise included a realistic scenario of a hurricane and other severe