UScellular data center gains upgrades

SCHAUMBURG - UScellular said Monday it has received $868,000 in incentive payments through the ComEd Energy Efficiency Program, primarily for enhancements made at its data center in Schaumburg.

The wireless phone carrier has participated in the program since 2013 and has made significant improvements to become more efficient and sustainable. These enhancements are estimated to save UScellular approximately $700,000 a year on its electric bills.

By collaborating with ComEd, UScellular was able to increase output at the data center while reducing energy costs. These changes and upgrades resulted in savings of nearly 8 million kilowatt-hours per year, which is the amount of electricity it takes to power more than 900 ComEd customers' homes for an entire year, the two companies said in a joint news release.

"ComEd is proud to be working in collaboration with UScellular and their ambitious efforts to manage energy costs, provide a comfortable atmosphere for employees and help the environment," said Erica Borggren, vice president of customer solutions for ComEd.