Phil Kirk Speaks to Wilmington Contractors Association

Wilmington, NC, July 28, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Brady (www.bradyservices.com), a Trane® franchise that provides energy systems and comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities across North Carolina, announces today that Phil Kirk, Director of Energy services for Brady and CEO emeritus of the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce, spoke at the Wilmington Contractors Association meeting on Tuesday, July 13. His discussion focused on trends in energy production and consumption, as well as designing and building energy-efficient structures.

“The federal Energy Policy Act mandates reductions in the use of traditional energy,” says Kirk. “With a goal of reducing reliance on coal and oil from 84 percent to 78 percent in 25 years, a concentrated effort is being made toward energy efficiency and sustainable design principles.”

Brady, a member of the Wilmington Contractors Association, employs 17 associates in Wilmington in its office and parts store on Netherlands Drive. Kirk represents Brady statewide working to improve their energy efficiency with government and private contractors, architects, engineers and facility owners.

About Brady:
Brady is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina with offices in Raleigh, Fayetteville, Wilmington and Charlotte. Founded in 1962 by Chairman Don Brady, the company remains a family owned enterprise, today employing nearly 300 associates. The company works with building owners, facility managers, developers, architects, engineers and contractors providing sustainable, comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. Brady provides customers with a diverse range of solutions including building automation, energy conservation, green design, performance contracts, mechanical systems, parts and supplies, as well as responsible technical support. For more information, visit www.bradyservices.com or call (800) 849-1915.

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