​Rexel Energy Solutions recently hosted a webinar on Understanding Scope 1, 2, & 3 Carbon Emissions, as defined by the Green House Gas Protocol (GHG), and their impact on end-user customers. .  Scope 1 emissions refer to direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, such as company vehicles and on-site fuel combustion, and this session discusses the importance of accurately tracking these emissions to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and to identify areas for improvement in operational efficiency.
 
Scope 2 emissions encompass indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling consumed by the reporting company. The webinar outlines strategies for reducing Scope 2 emissions, such as transitioning to renewable energy sources and enhancing energy efficiency. The webinar highlights the benefits of these actions, including cost savings, improved corporate reputation, and contribution to global carbon reduction goals.
 
Scope 3 emissions, the most complex category, include all other indirect emissions that occur in a company’s value chain. These emissions can arise from various activities, including business travel, employee commuting, waste disposal, and supply chain operations. The webinar addresses the challenges of measuring and reducing Scope 3 emissions and highlights the importance of collaboration with suppliers and other stakeholders to achieve significant reductions.
 
Click here to register for access to the on demand session to learn more and discover how Rexel Energy Solutions aims to demonstrate leadership in sustainability and drive broader industry change towards a low-carbon future. 

The Rexel Energy Solutions team recently came together to participate in a teambuilding activity that also gave back to the local community.  The event took place at their offices in Fall River, MA on January 31, 2024, during the Annual RES Sales Summit. The team worked together and ultimately built and donated 12 brand new high-end remote controlled (RC) racecars and 12 superhero capes to children associated with the The Izzy Foundation. 

Rexel Energy Solutions chose a program called “Crazy Carz 4 Kidz – Trivia Edition” in partnership with Impact 4 Good, that would be competitive and fun for participants, while making a difference. Impact 4 Good (www.impact4good.com) is a company that runs socially conscious teambuilding programs. During the activity, 75 participants competed in a challenging trivia game show where points were awarded for correct answers, as well as bonus points for the fastest correct answer! After the points were tallied, and the winning team determined, the teams received the materials needed to make high-end remote-controlled racecars and superhero capes. The cars do not just represent a brand-new gift for a child, but also a sense of freedom while staying in the hospital. Superhero capes provide children with a sense of power and strength during a time of their lives where they and their loved ones need it most!  Based on performance in the final car race, one team took home the victory, but the real winners were the kids!

The inspiration for The Izzy Foundation came from Isabelle Marie Wohlrab (Izzy), who was diagnosed with Stage 4 rhabdomyosarcoma cancer two weeks after her first birthday. Even after Izzy earned her angel wings, she has inspired her parents, family, friends and countless others to continue with her philosophy to LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE and PLAY through The Izzy Foundation. Initially created to defray the costs of Izzy’s stem-cell transplant in Germany, the Foundation now seeks to design spaces, provide services and support to children with cancer and their families by implementing inpatient and outpatient services for pediatric patients at Hasbro Hospital, in Providence, Rhode Island and nationwide.

Carla Mulhern and Deb Thompson of the Izzy Foundation attended the event to thank the participants for their time and efforts and speak about the organization. Following the event, Carla Mulhern, Executive Director of The Izzy Foundation, stated, “It was evident after being at your event, even for just a short time, the Rexel Energy Solutions team has a passion for helping others. The remote-controlled race cars and superhero capes will bring joy to our inpatient children/families. We enjoyed and appreciated the opportunity to share Izzy’s story with your team and personally talk to some of you. Everyone was so nice and welcoming." 

"Rexel Energy Solutions understands the importance and the significance of being a good corporate citizen," said Lindsay Thompson, Director of Marketing & Strategic Innovation at Rexel Energy Solutions, "and we strive to make a positive impact in the local communities where our clients and employees work and live. The Izzy Foundation does incredible work for children with cancer at Hasbro Children’s Hospital and this was our chance to make a small but powerful difference."

​Since 2005, Impact 4 Good has been an innovator in the team building industry, focused on nationwide and international delivery of community-service based activities. Impact 4 Good is dedicated to providing programs that create significant bonding experiences across corporate teams that raise employee engagement while providing tangible donations to those in need. Impact 4 Good’s clients include Fortune 500 companies to start up organizations. The company has offices in New Jersey, and Washington DC, plus support staff nationwide. For more information visit www.Impact4Good.com, or contact Alan Ranzer at 301 214 1472, or [email protected].

TAUNTON, MA, March 17, 2023 – Rexel Energy Solutions (RES), a Rexel USA business unit, has been awarded a three-year contract with the U.S. Postal Service for the supply of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to be deployed at Postal Service facilities. The three-year contract includes two additional options of two-years each, and a potential maximum of 41,500 stations which can be ordered during the contracts period of performance.

As one of the country’s leading distributors of EV charging products and services, as well as energy optimization and electrification programs and solutions, RES is prepared to apply its technical expertise, industry foresight, and distribution experience for successful program deployment.
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“Rexel Energy Solutions is proud to be selected to support the U.S. Postal Service in the electrification of the nation’s largest federal fleet,” said Christopher Monoson, President of RES. “The awarding of this contract solidifies Rexel and RES’ leadership in providing electrification solutions across the United States. Rexel’s commitment to our Environmental Sustainability, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategic roadmap and our goal to be the leading sustainable solutions resource to our customers align perfectly with the U.S. Postal Service project.”

With the goal of offering EV charging amenities to their guests, Station Casinos installed EV Charging Stations at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa (12), Green Valley Ranch (10), Boulder Station (2), Palace Station (2), Santa Fe Station (2) and Sunset Station (2). In addition to providing an enhanced amenity to guests, Station Casinos brings convenient access and necessary infrastructure to the community as electric vehicle adoption increases. Guests can utilize the free charging stations by activating an account with the ChargePoint App.

“With the addition of free electric vehicle charging stations to our always-free, convenient parking options, we are providing our guests with yet another reason to visit a Station Casino,” said Bob Finch, Chief Operating Officer, Station Casinos.

The ChargePoint CT4000 charging stations have dual ports and is known as the most advanced Level 2 station in the market. It has the ability to fully charge some vehicles in less than four hours.

Station Casinos is the leading provider of gaming and entertainment in Las Vegas, Nevada. Station’s properties are regional entertainment destinations and include various amenities, including numerous restaurants, entertainment venues, movie theaters, bowling and convention/banquet space, as well as traditional casino gaming offerings such as video poker, slot machines, table games, bingo, and race and sports wagering.

Rexel Energy Solutions is a specifying distributor focused on providing energy efficient solutions for their clients, partners, and utility and state-funded programs across the country. Rexel Energy Solutions (RES) provides energy efficient lighting and lighting controls, EV charging stations, water and gas conservation measures, and various motor and drive applications for state, federal, commercial, industrial, towns and municipalities, education, multifamily, healthcare and hospitality customers nationwide.  Over the past two years, RES has developed and implemented solutions to support EV infrastructure throughout the country. RES has invested millions of dollars in EVSE inventory, trained inside consultants, and hired a team of EV Specialists with over 11 years of experience to provide these solutions to partners and clients.  Learn more about our EVSE Solutions

“We’re excited to offer streamlined lighting audit and proposal software to our clients with direct access to our product catalog,” said Christopher Monoson, President and General Manager at Rexel Energy Solutions.  “Our partnership with Retrolux will allow RES clients to expedite their audits while improving their specification process; reducing errors, time delays, omissions, and ordering issues.”
The pandemic has intensified the urgency for solutions that help reduce the need for in-person interactions, while also driving business efficiencies in an increasingly competitive market. This strategic collaboration will allow Rexel Energy Solutions and Retrolux to provide clients with tools and services to deliver lighting retrofit projects from Lead through Commissioning™ inclusive of their material supply chain needs.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Rexel Energy Solutions to deliver a seamless project development and implementation software solution for an industry that has remained offline and fragmented for far too long,” said Leif Elgethun, CEO of Retrolux. “We’re especially pleased to bring our customers access to RES’ best-in-class nationwide logistics, sourcing, and design services while supporting their dedication to provide enhanced value to their customers by helping to deliver an easier, faster, and more productive software experience.”

RES and Retrolux clients are invited to join a webinar to learn more about the software and the partnership on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 2pm EST. Visit rexelenergy.com/retrolux to register.

This collaboration will ensure ESCOs, electrical contractors, and other clients will have access to cutting edge software seamlessly integrated with an industry leading supply chain partner to continue to drive down time and costs, while increasing project win-rate, as the industry transitions to a digital-first approach through the entire project lifecycle, bringing the promise of the connected, smart building to life.

To learn more about how Rexel Energy Solutions can deliver best-in-class energy solutions, go to www.rexelenergy.com. To learn more about how Retrolux can save lighting retrofitters time and money, go to www.retrolux.com. 

About Rexel Energy Solutions
Rexel Energy Solutions is a part of Rexel USA based in Dallas, TX, the U.S. subsidiary of the Rexel Group. Rexel, a leader in the professional distribution of products and services for the energy world, addresses three main markets - residential, commercial and industrial. The Group supports its customers to be at their best in running their business, by providing a broad range of sustainable and innovative products, services and solutions in the field of technical supply, automation and energy management. Rexel operates through a network of some 2,000 branches in 32 countries, with more than 27,000 employees. The Group’s sales were €13.2 billion in 2019.  Learn more at www.rexelenergy.com
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About Retrolux
Retrolux is a lighting sales software solution that helps commercial lighting retrofitters win more deals, lower costs, find & keep more clients, all while reducing paperwork.  Retrolux fully integrates audit, proposal, product selection, purchasing, utility rebates, analytics, financing, installation, and commissioning, into a comprehensive B2B sales platform.  Retrolux was selected as the winner of the 4D Challenge, a clean energy startup challenge from Schneider Electric and Powerhouse and was one of three finalists in the 2017 Salesforce Dreampitch, the largest software pitch competition in the world.  For more information, visit www.Retrolux.com.

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Media contacts:
Lindsay Thompson, Director of Marketing & Strategic Planning
Rexel Energy Solutions
(401) 339-8400
[email protected]     
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Dean Ernst, VP Sales and Marketing
Retrolux
(561) 371-4856
[email protected]
 

RES is excited to announce that Colin Mitchell has assumed the role of Director of Projects.  Colin replaces John Provencher, who is transitioning to the core ED business for Rexel USA in the Northeast as the Vice President of Sales.

Upon graduation from Northeastern, Colin Mitchell joined Rexel’s Financial Leadership Program (FLP). Off program, Colin was promoted as a business analyst working with the VP of Strategic Marketing and Supplier Relations for Rexel USA.  Colin was instrumental in building processes and procedures for supplier relations and co-op incentive programs, and spent a large portion of his time developing relationships with key manufacturing partners.  In less than two years, Colin was promoted to a senior analyst focused on manufacturer terms, operations, and profitability.  In the 2nd half of 2017, Colin was promoted to be the FPA Manager of Rexel Energy Solutions.  In this role, Colin led budgeting activities, supported the payable and credit teams, and much more.  In 2019, Colin’s role was expanded to include business-wide profitability and product analysis, which continually pushed him into the commercial end of the business.  He has taken on a more progressive and active role in the day- to-day business of RES preparing him for his new role.
 
John Provencher began his career in the industry with Munro Distributing Co Inc in 1997 in a Counter Sales position, and transitioned to Inside Sales, Outsides Sales, Branch Manager, and Projects Group Manager over the course of 13 years. In 2012, he became Manager of the Projects Group for Rexel Inc. and ran the Massachusetts Project House before re-joining the RES team as Director of Energy Projects. John oversaw our national support team and utilized his 23 years of industry experience to help our team supply the best service to our customers.  John is very involved in working with the specification and sales team to ensure each and every customer is supported on a project-to-project basis. Whether it be logistic support, such as remote storage of material, or helping to maintain a tight delivery schedule, John is committed to an effective and efficient partnership with the customer.
 
RES is also pleased to announce that Jose Amaral has assumed responsibility for Rexel USA Northeast operations as the Vice President of Operations, in addition to his RES duties in Operations, Procurement, Pricing & ERP Management.
 
Jose began his career Munro Distributing Co Inc in 1995 in a Counter Sales/Warehouse position before transitioning to Inside Sales in 1999. He is a graduate of UMass with a degree in Business Management and an Associates in MIS.  In 2002, Jose was promoted to IT/Pricing/Inventory Manager where he managed a staff of IT and inventory specialists, led the planning, development and deployment of new ERP System, Email, Website and Imaging servers, managed the migration of products, customers and matrices from legacy system, and maintained inventory, among numerous other initiatives. He was promoted again in 2010 as Director of IT & E-commerce, taking on additional responsibilities, and where he played a major role in the Munro acquisition.  Since 2013, Jose has served as the Director of Commercial Operations & Procurement for RES.
 
Congratulations to Colin, John and Jose! 

Rexel Energy Solutions expands to offer comprehensive energy solutions for ESCOs, Utility-driven programs, and energy retrofits nationwide

TAUNTON, MA – FEBRUARY 24, 2020 - Rexel Energy Solutions, a specialized business unit of Rexel USA, has announced that they have recently expanded their electrification offering.

While lighting and controls have historically been its core focus, Rexel Energy Solutions (RES) continues to expand their offering in support of the country’s electrification initiative. As part of RES’s multi-year strategy to expand their offering in order to help their clients implement comprehensive energy projects for end user clients, they have added Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) to their offering. In support of EVSE, RES has brought in over a million dollars of stock, trained inside consultants, and hired a team of EV Specialists to provide comprehensive solutions to support ESCOs and Utilities across the country.

RES is hosting a webinar on March 11 at 2pm EST to discuss the EV market and their offering. The webinar will also cover key enablers and hurdles to mass EV adoption, types of cars and charging, and more. Visit www.rexelenergy.com/ev to register.

“RES sees the urgency for accelerated action to reduce emissions from transport,” said Paul Michaud, Vice President of Sales at Rexel Energy Solutions, “and with our transportation electrification initiative and our expanded product offering, we see a clear path to being part of the solution in collaboration with our ESCO and Utility partners.”

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations can help end-users attract and retain the right employees, clients or tenants, increase employee and customer satisfaction, achieve sustainability goals, and much more. RES has partnered with the top EV charging station companies to bring a complete solution - safe, reliable and driver-friendly EV charging stations, with 24/7 driver support, cloud-based software with features and plans for every industry, and world-class service and maintenance.

To drive this movement nationally, RES has hired EV specialists Julie Taylor and Ben Bercham.
Julie Taylor’s EV experience has spanned over 6 years, working with two of the largest EVSE manufacturers in the world; ChargePoint and EVBox. She has been consulting for airports, universities, smart cities, fleets, municipalities, retail centers, hotels, multi-family properties, workplaces, and many more. Julie will focus on supporting clients on the Eastern region of the country.

Ben Bercham’s EVSE experience spans over 4 years working with ChargePoint. He helped build and grow ChargePoint's channel to the largest in the industry. This channel included companies that specialized in Energy, Construction and Technology and sold into airports, universities, fleets, municipalities, retail centers, hotels, multi-family properties, workplaces, and many more. Ben’s focus will be on clients on the Western part of the country.

“Both Julie and Ben have extensive experience in the EVSE industry, and with their understanding of EV market and Utility programs and grants nationwide, we are confident that they will help simplify the process of installing EV Charging Stations for both our ESCO clients and their end-user customers,” Michaud added.

Rexel Energy Solutions is a part of Rexel USA based in Dallas, TX, the U.S. subsidiary of the Rexel Group.

Rexel, a leader in the professional distribution of products and services for the energy world, addresses three main markets - residential, commercial and industrial. The Group supports its customers to be at their best in running their business, by providing a broad range of sustainable and innovative products, services and solutions in the field of technical supply, automation and energy management. Rexel operates through a network of some 2,000 branches in 32 countries, with more than 27,000 employees. The Group’s sales were €13.7 billion in 2019.

Learn more at www.rexelenergy.com
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TAUNTON, MA, September 6, 2018 – Taunton-based Rexel Energy Solutions is hosting a 5k Walk/Run to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital’s Every Child Fund.  RES has planned the fundraiser on October 7, 2018 and the race will start at the Holiday Inn Taunton located at 700 Myles Standish Blvd in Taunton.

Running enthusiasts and all supporters are invited to participate or attend the event to raise funds for BCH’s Every Child Fund. The 3.1 mile course runs through Myles Standish Industrial Park and is perfect for first time 5K runners or walkers.  To register to walk or run, make a donation, or inquire about sponsoring the event, visit www.rexelenergy.com/5k.  

The Every Child Fund empowers Boston Children’s Hospital to respond to a changing world with one goal: until every child is well. Donations ease families burdens and cover services insurance won’t pay for. From big needs, like housing, interpreters and social workers, to small comforts like birthday celebrations, medical play, and therapy dogs. Proceeds from the RES 5K will support patients, their families, and research – nurturing every child, supporting every family, and conquering every disease.

“Rexel Energy Solutions’ community engagement council is made up of employees from across our business focused on identifying opportunities for our team to support causes that are important to our families and friends,” said Christopher Monoson, President and General Manager of Rexel Energy Solutions.   “The latest in this pursuit is the RES 5k for Boston Children’s Hospital which is a great way for our employees to engage the community, improve wellness and raise funds for an issue larger than themselves; the care for children in need,” Monoson added.
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Race fees are $25 for adults and $20 for children.  T-Shirts will be given to all registrants. Registration/check-in begins at 9:00am at the Holiday Inn (back parking lot), and the race is scheduled to start at 10:30am. Register online today at www.rexelenergy.com/5k.  
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Boston Children’s Hospital
Boston Children’s Hospital is home to the world’s largest research enterprise based at a pediatric medical center, where its discoveries have benefited both children and adults since 1869. More than 1,400 scientists, including seven members of the National Academy of Sciences, 14 members of the Institute of Medicine and 14 members of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute comprise Boston Children’s research community. Founded as a 20-bed hospital for children, Boston Children’s today is a 404-bed comprehensive center for pediatric and adolescent health care. Boston Children’s is also the primary pediatric teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School. In 2017, over 300 people throughout New England and around the nation organized Community Fundraisers for Boston Children’s Hospital, raising over $3 million for the hospital’s life-saving care and world-changing research. For more information about Community Fundraisers at Boston Children’s Hospital, visit www.bostonchildrens.org/fundraisers.

Rexel Energy Solutions
Rexel Energy Solutions, a stand-alone business within Rexel USA, is a specialized national team of lighting and controls experts to support ESCOs across the country.  Since 1942, the Rexel Energy Solutions team, formerly Munro Distributing Company, Inc., has provided energy conservation solutions and support to contractors, ESCOs, and Utility partners nationwide.  With a team built to support Energy Efficiency Providers from specification and quotation through post-construction support, Rexel Energy Solutions is focused on improving their customer’s cash flow and reducing their construction expense.
Learn more at www.rexelenergy.com. 

“Hosting a blood drive coincides with Rexel Energy Solutions’ core values of giving back to the community,” said Christopher Monoson, President and General Manager.  “With a simple blood donation, we have the ability to help save the life of someone who could be a coworker, loved one or neighbor.”

Blood is routinely transfused to patients with cancer and other diseases, premature babies, organ transplant recipients and trauma victims, according to the Red Cross.

“We urge community members to donate blood and help ensure that patients in local hospitals have a supply of blood ready and waiting before an emergency occurs,” Monoson added.   “There’s no better feeling than knowing that your blood donation may give someone a second chance at life.”
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Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with types O negative, B negative and A negative. According to the Red Cross, type O negative is the universal blood type that can be safely transfused to anyone, and is often used to treat trauma patients.