Quickie Convenience Stores recognized for cutting-edge conservation program

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Visit www.hydroottawa.com to learn more about the RETROFIT PROGRAM. Quickie Convenience Stores' enlightened self-interest in energy conservation introduced the Ottawa area to a new energy-efficient refrigeration system. The piloted refrigeration system has reduced a location's walk-in boxes by 80% in electricity costs. The new technology, Freeaire Refrigeration, takes advantage of the outside air during the winter months. It monitors the indoor and outdoor temperatures and brings in filtered, cool air. Quickie has invested in many other energy saving solutions including external LED lighting under its gas canopies reducing its electricity costs by 50%. Hydro Ottawa salutes Quickie for its greening innovations in the convenience store industry.