Affordable, Sustainable Upgrades for Public Infrastructure with ESIPs
This Earth Month, we highlight how New Jersey municipalities and school districts are improving aging buildings while cutting emissions—without increasing local tax burdens.
Energy Savings Improvement Programs (ESIPs) allow public entities to pay for energy-efficient upgrades using projected utility savings. These programs create a path to invest in infrastructure without upfront spending.
What ESIPs offer:
❇️ Budget protection. Projects are funded through guaranteed energy savings—no additional taxes or capital outlay.
❇️ Lower utility costs. Energy consumption drops immediately, bringing financial relief.
❇️ Stronger systems. Upgrades like HVAC, lighting, and boilers improve day-to-day building function.
❇️ Environmental benefits. ESIPs support public sector sustainability goals by reducing emissions.
❇️ Long-term planning. Efficient systems reduce maintenance demands and extend facility life.
At MS&B, we’ve supported a wide range of ESIP efforts. Led by Andrea L. Kahn, our team has worked on projects for the Bayonne Board of Education, West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District (Phase II), and the Jersey City, Hanover Township, and Pequannock Boards of Education.
If your district or municipality is weighing infrastructure upgrades, we’re available to discuss how ESIPs may support your goals.