Financial Institutions
Scalable Energy Solutions for Financial Institutions
Your Trusted Partner for Sustainable Branch and Office Upgrades
Rising electricity rates, energy-intensive or failing lighting and inconsistent brand standards from branch to branch: If you’re a facilities leader in the financial sector, some of these concerns might be weighing on you. The traditional approach to overcoming these hurdles is to manage multiple vendor relationships across projects. A more effective approach is to work with a single, trusted solutions partner capable of implementing your broader energy strategy nationwide and leveraging their buying power across all sites.
EMC specializes in providing scalable, turnkey solutions designed for financial institutions. Say goodbye to fragmented energy projects and trade them for consistent and cost-effective energy management.
Key Investment Drivers in the Financial Market
Several factors are driving the need for energy efficiency investments in the financial sector right now:
- Reducing Operating Costs
Energy rates are increasing with no end in sight, making efficient systems the best choice for your wallet. Our solutions are proven to reduce operating costs by helping you use less energy. - Brand Consistency
You don’t want your customers and employees to experience subpar lighting at any facility. We ensure brand consistency from site to site by aligning our lighting designs and installations with your corporate brand standards. - Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory mandates and building performance standards force you to upgrade, whether you’ve planned to or not. We help you get ahead of evolving regulations so you can futureproof your energy infrastructure. - Lower Maintenance Costs
With large-scale lighting programs, you can say goodbye to one-off spot replacements, take advantage of your warranty and reduce your maintenance costs.
EMC at a Glance
We channel over two decades of experience delivering energy savings for the financial sector:
LED Lighting
- Includes LED retrofits and LED-to-LED upgrades.
- Up to 75% energy savings from fluorescent-to-LED upgrades.
- Up to 50% savings when upgrading LED-to-LED.
- Streamlined compliance and safety improvements at ATMs and parking areas.

Smart Building Controls
- Centralized systems reduce energy costs by up to 30%.
- AI-enabled controls for remote monitoring within a single pane of glass.
- Enhanced security by enabling automatic lighting and sensors.

HVAC Optimization
- Up to 15% energy savings through customized solutions, like UV-C coil cleaning, to improve equipment efficiency.
For one national financial institution, we implemented a lighting and controls solution across more than 1,400 branches that secured:
- $4.16M in annual energy savings
- $1.63M in annual maintenance savings
- $562K in annual HVAC savings
- $660K in utility incentives
Why Financial Leaders Choose EMC
Scalable Solutions, Consistent Results
Without an experienced project management team, scaling energy efficiency projects across multiple locations is challenging and inconsistent. Our single-point-of-contact project management and nationwide footprint unify initiatives and ensure all branches and offices meet corporate brand standards.
Compliance-First Approach
Financial institutions require a higher standard of compliance than other industries. Our team has deep experience meeting advanced regulatory requirements and future-proofing your infrastructure, all while lowering energy costs.
Enhanced Customer Experience and Safety
Well-lit branches and ATMs create safer, more inviting spaces for customers and employees alike.
Budget Optimization with Proven ROI
EMC’s phase-based investment strategies and capital incentive programs make projects achievable and profitable, with measurable ROI throughout each phase, so you can invest more capital elsewhere.
EnergyMAXX: Our Approach to Turnkey Project Management
Our EnergyMAXX® process sets us apart. It’s a proprietary, turnkey project management process that ensures consistent, high-impact results across financial portfolios every time.

Prioritize: Data-Driven Investment Decisions
Our proven prioritization model evaluates multiple variables to identify branches with the highest ROI potential, fueling momentum for an efficient, cost-effective rollout.

Audit: Establishing a Baseline
We conduct audits to create a detailed infrastructure repository, helping you track and manage energy efficiency upgrades over time.

Design: Tailored Solutions for Diverse Properties
Our vendor-neutral approach ensures that lighting, controls and energy management solutions are optimized for each location, delivering the best fit for performance and budget.

Incentives: Reducing Your Project Costs
We understand the pressure small budgets and tight margins present, which is why we have a dedicated incentives team that will make sure you get the highest possible rebates to lower your upfront investments.

Logistics: End-to-End Project Coordination
Your dedicated EMC project team manages every detail—procurement, labor scheduling and operational continuity—ensuring seamless execution with minimal disruption.

Installation: Efficient Implementation, Minimal Disruptions
We complete installations on schedule, with clear communication to ensure seamless integration into your business operations.

Service: Sustained Performance and Long-Term Value
Our support doesn’t end at installation. EMC provides on-demand maintenance, 24/7 emergency services and proactive warranty management to safeguard your investment.
Efficient Branches Today for a Brighter Tomorrow
When it comes to optimizing energy systems for financial institutions, EMC is more than just a contractor—we’re your long-term partner. Our results-driven, scalable solutions enhance safety, sustainability and efficiency across your entire network of branches.
Want to upgrade your branches to a higher standard with less effort?