San Diego Gas & Electric honored its 2014 Energy Champions for outstanding conservation efforts on May 13, 2014. During the event Willdan’s customer, the San Diego Hilton Bayfront Hotel, was recognized as a leader in the implementation of energy efficiency projects in the San Diego region. Through the Lodging Energy Efficiency Program (LEEP), the Hilton Bayfront is now saving over 2.4 million kWh, which equals $340,000 in annual cost savings.

Pictured from left to right are Chikezie Nzewi, Engineering Manager - Willdan Energy Solutions, Debbie Panciera, Senior Account Executive – San Diego Gas & Electric, Tibor Josza, Director of Property Operations – San Diego Hilton Bayfront, Scott Broder, Sunstone Hotel Investors, and Gwen Strickland, Senior Program Manager – Willdan Energy Solutions.

Watch a video detailing the Hilton Bayfront’s efforts. Read the Hilton Bayfront case study by SDG&E.