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Vicinity Energy, a decarbonization leader with the nation’s largest portfolio of district energy systems, has officially kicked off its Grand Rapids electrification plans by commencing the installation of its newest electric boiler. Vicinity will install the 9MW electric boiler at its Grand Rapids facility, marking a key milestone in the company’s Clean Energy Future commitment to reaching net zero carbon emissions across all of its operations by 2050.
“We are proud to see Vicinity, a long-standing energy partner in Grand Rapids, launch its innovative eSteamTM right here in the city,” said Grand Rapids Mayor David LaGrand. “This project will bring locally generated, carbon-free steam to our downtown businesses, supporting Grand Rapids’ commitment to sustainability, clean energy, and a resilient future.”
“Our work towards carbon-free, clean energy is critically important to not only our own goals, but the goals of our state and local partners across the country. Here in Grand Rapids with the installation of this electric boiler, we will enable a seamless conversion to carbon-free eSteamTM for our customers,” said Vicinity Energy CEO Kevin Hagerty.
When the electric boiler enters service in 2026, over 100 of Vicinity’s customers in Grand Rapids will have access to carbon-free thermal energy instantly.
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