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Tesla Powerpacks!

We’re no strangers to green thinking or renewable energy, and this week, the latest addition to our array of eco-friendly infrastructure was installed: a cluster of Telsa Powerpacks. A sort of souped-up version of the Powerwall residential batteries announced in 2015, the Powerpacks are purpose-built to commercial and utility-grade specifications. They’re meant to endure harsh conditions—Chicago winters, for instance—while providing a reliable source of backup power for high-demand consumers.…

Abt Exclusive August 24, 2012

Abt Installs Wind Spire at Dog Park

If you are familiar with Abt, you may already know about our great customer service and excellent selection of appliances and electronics. What you may not know is how Abt is continually involved in activities and installations that try to make the earth a better place to live. Recently, we installed a Wind Spire at a dog park in Cary, IL. The dog park was installed with various energy saving strategies to…

Events News October 18, 2010

Behind the Bolt: Mike Abt Goes Green

“This is my religion…My goal is to get other businesses to be green,” were the dedicated words spoken by Vice President Mike Abt, who has spearheaded the earth-friendly changes at Abt Electronics. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) has released a comprehensive plan to help the counties and communities of the Chicagoland area to sustain resources and prosperity through mid-century and beyond. A special “Portraits” section on CMAP’s website, profiles Mike…