Jason's Deli Embraces Renewable Energy; Launches Its First 'Solar Deli'

BEAUMONT, Texas-- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Demonstrating its commitment to “going green,” Jason’s Deli unveiled its first “solar deli” today at its Dowlen Road store in Beaumont. The Dowlen deli is the first of Jason’s 170 deli restaurants to be powered in part by solar energy, with more systems planned in the near future. NewPoint Energy Solutions, a Houston-based renewable energy company and a division of Standard Renewable Energy LP, designed and installed the 5.3-kilowatt solar electric system.

“At Jason’s Deli, we believe we are responsible for being good stewards of the environment, which is why we are investing in clean, renewable energy,” said Joe Tortorice Jr., CEO and founder of Jason’s Deli. “In addition to being the right thing to do for the communities in which we operate, including solar electric power in our energy mix will help to reduce our energy costs over time, which is good for both our business and for our customers. We hope to see other businesses in the area follow our lead and adopt renewable energy.”

Jason’s 5.3 kilowatt solar array from NewPoint Energy Solutions will generate approximately 6,900 kilowatts of power per year for the Beaumont location. This equates to the annual equivalent of preventing 13,100 pounds of carbon dioxide from being released into the earth’s atmosphere, or eliminating a day’s worth of carbon dioxide emissions from 400 cars. The system includes an in-store monitoring system where customers can see the amount of electricity being produced by the solar panels.

“Jason’s Deli has always been a leader in healthy living, being one of the first restaurant chains to eliminate artificial trans fat from their menu,” said John Berger, CEO of Standard Renewable Energy’s NewPoint Energy Solutions division. “Now, Jason’s Deli is establishing its leadership position in promoting a healthy environment by being one of the first to generate clean solar electricity to be used in its stores. The company has several other green initiatives as well, including the planting of thousands of trees at the South Texas Wildlife Refuge as a sponsor of American Forests’ Global ReLeaf program.”

Jason’s Deli’s second solar installation was completed this month in South Austin and is expected to generate approximately 7,500 kilowatts of power per year.

About NewPoint Energy Solutions:

NewPoint Energy Solutions, a division of Standard Renewable Energy LP, provides a complete set of renewable energy and energy-saving solutions for homes and light commercial applications. NewPoint offers solar photovoltaic (PV) energy systems, wind energy systems, high-efficiency heating and cooling (HVAC) systems, high-performance spray foam insulation, and environmentally-friendly backup power technologies. For more information about NewPoint Energy Solutions, visit www.newpointenergy.com or call 866-6-NEWPOINT (866-663-9764).

About Jason’s Deli

Jason’s Deli originated in 1976 in Beaumont, Texas with 12 menu items, and today offers nearly 100 items ranging from traditional reubens to New Orleans muffalettas. Jason’s famous salad bar and pasta are served daily at over 160 deli restaurant locations across 21 states. Jason’s Deli offers dine-in, take-out, delivery and catering for all occasions. Owners/Partners: Joe Tortorice Jr., Rusty Coco, Pete Verde, Pat Broussard. Visit www.jasonsdeli.com.

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