Retail
Customized and Scalable Energy Solutions for Retailers
Transforming Retail with EMC
At EMC, we understand the complexities of managing retail operations across numerous locations, especially for big box merchandisers and Fortune 500 retailers with vast multisite portfolios. With over 20 years of expertise, we’ve partnered with leading retail clients to optimize their facilities through energy-saving solutions like LED retrofits, smart building controls and HVAC optimization, delivering measurable results chainwide.
When you choose EMC as your energy management partner, you unlock tailored solutions that maximize returns on energy efficiency investments and align with your sustainability goals.
EMC at a Glance
EMC specializes in delivering turnkey energy solutions at scale, addressing the unique challenges of large retailers. We excel at managing high-volume projects with the expertise needed for consistency across every store. Our solutions include:
LED Lighting
- Save up to 75% on energy costs compared to traditional lighting and 25-40% versus older (7+ years) LED technology.
- Enhance store aesthetics and provide a welcoming environment for customers, driving better shopping experiences.
- Create consistency across sales floors, stockrooms, display areas and other retail spaces, ensuring a cohesive look and feel at every location.
- Reduce maintenance costs with long-lasting warranties that keep operations streamlined.
Smart Building Controls
- Integrate lighting, HVAC and refrigeration systems into centralized controls for smarter, more efficient energy management.
- Employ AI-ready systems and advanced analytics to uncover and act on energy-saving opportunities while lowering maintenance calls.
- Tailor controls to the demands of large-scale retail operations, improving efficiency and ensuring peak performance.
HVAC Optimization
- Lower energy costs by up to 15% by enhancing existing HVAC systems with UV-C coil cleaning technology.
- Improve air quality and system efficiency, delivering a comfortable environment for employees and customers alike.
- Extend HVAC system life spans while reducing service and maintenance overhead.
Why Choose EMC?
Expertise in Big Box and Fortune 500 Retail
Our customized lighting and controls solutions improve store appeal, enhance energy performance and align with corporate sustainability mandates. For Fortune 500 retailers, we act as an extension of your team, managing every detail of complex projects with precision to ensure a seamless rollout, no matter the scale.
Scalability
Successfully deploying energy efficiency upgrades across hundreds or thousands of locations requires meticulous planning, communication and execution. EMC’s centralized project management team and nationwide network unify initiatives, ensuring all stores meet brand standards while achieving measurable savings. Our process is purpose-built for the demands of large-scale retail operations.
Energy Cost Avoidance
Rising energy costs coupled with tight margins make controlling utility spend essential for retailers. EMC’s energy-efficient lighting solutions and smart building controls empower retailers to significantly cut expenses, freeing up resources to reinvest into operations and growth.
Customer Experience
Lighting plays a major role in shaping the shopping experience. EMC’s high-quality LED solutions provide bright, inviting spaces that encourage customers to stay longer and shop more, while also reinforcing your brand’s commitment to sustainability.
EnergyMAXX Process
With hundreds of stores at various stages of their energy efficiency journey, continuous progress requires a proven process like EnergyMAXX®, which we have used for successful project outcomes spanning 20+ years.
Prioritize
We focus on maximizing returns by identifying high-impact sites and prioritizing implementation based on your goals and timelines.
Audit
Detailed audits provide visibility into the current state of your retail locations. We build and maintain a comprehensive database that tracks every activity, ensuring full accountability and accurate management for every site.
Design
Our designs consider customer comfort, operational needs and brand consistency. We also future proof your locations by incorporating innovative lighting and control technologies to support long-term energy goals.
Incentives
EMC’s incentives team specializes in securing the maximum rebates and funding opportunities, significantly reducing upfront costs and generating faster ROI for large-scale projects.
Logistics
Complex portfolios require seamless coordination. Your dedicated EMC project management team handles every detail, from labor scheduling to material delivery, ensuring minimal disruption to your store operations.
Installation
With the demands of high-traffic retail environments, we schedule installations to avoid operational interruptions, ensuring your stores remain fully functional as upgrades are completed.
Service
Long after implementation, EMC continues to support your business with 24/7 emergency service, planned maintenance and warranty management to keep your systems running smoothly.
Choose a Trusted Partner
Partnering with EMC means gaining a trusted expert with the scale, capabilities and commitment to help big box merchandisers and Fortune 500 retailers succeed. From modernizing multisite lighting and control infrastructure to achieving sustainability targets, EMC delivers proven solutions that create lasting value for your business and your customers.