Reliably Heating and Cooling Vital Services in Minnesota’s Largest County

The County-owned energy system serves vital local government operations including health care, safety and justice, as well as other government services on the east side of downtown Minneapolis. Hennepin County Energy Center serves the Hennepin County Medical Center, which includes a nationally-recognized Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center.

The community depends on Hennepin County Energy Center to perform reliably, so these crucial services can continue without interruption. County leaders and the operations team prioritize safety of team members and customers, proactive equipment maintenance, and cost management. Ever-Green shares these priorities and is committed to providing first class operations, management, and maintenance services to Hennepin County Energy Center.

Ever-Green’s Role

On January 1, 2025, Ever-Green assumed operations, maintenance, and management responsibilities, onboarding 13 new team members through the process. Additionally, Ever-Green collaborates with the County in an on-going study of long-term goals on carbon neutrality and increasing reliability.

System Summary

 Minneapolis, Minnesota

Services

Operations, maintenance, and management

Sector

Community utility

Square Footage

5 million square feet

Buildings Served

15

Project Highlights

  • Central heating and cooling plant serving County facilities, including government, public safety, justice, and Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center

Technologies

  • High-pressure steam with condensate recapture
  • District cooling