Nicolet Mill Recognized for Energy Efficiency

The Expera Nicolet Mill, De Pere, Wis., USA, was honored on June 28, 2018 – receiving Focus on Energy’s "Energy Efficiency Excellence Award" for its commitment to reducing energy waste. 

Nicolet has been active in identifying and implementing energy reduction projects, and as part of the Focus on Energy grant program, has worked with Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) and Focus on Energy on assessments of their processes, and has integrated many energy-saving changes based on the assessment results. 

Recent energy efficiency projects at Nicolet include LED lighting upgrades, steam system management upgrades, and installing more efficient agitators and pulper rotors. 

The Nicolet Mill was the only industrial company to receive this honor this year. Representatives from the Public Service Commission, Focus on Energy, WPS, and Wisconsin Assembly Representative Andre Jacque were on-hand to recognize the Nicolet Team Members.