Thayer Energy Solutions

01/29/2026

🚨 ILLINOIS BUSINESSES: The fluorescent bulb ban is HERE! Screw-base CFLs are already prohibited since Jan 1, 2026... and linear tubes (T8/T12) go bye-bye after Dec 31, 2026! ⏰💡
Don't get caught in the dark – upgrade to energy-saving LEDs NOW and lock in big savings!
Check out our latest blog + podcast episode:

• Why the ban matters for your bottom line
• Massive utility & maintenance savings ⚡
• Brighter lights = better production & fewer accidents
• Happier employees & improved morale 😊
• How to grab those limited incentives & rebates before they're gone!

Listen/read now and future-proof your facility with Thayer Energy Solutions!
👉 https://www.thayerenergysolutions.com/time-is-running-out-illinois-fluorescent-bulb-ban-approaches-why-businesses-should-convert-to-led-lighting-retrofits-now



Thayer Energy Solutions - Contact Patti Thayer
815.282.1112 | thayerenergysolutions.com
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Your facility sets the tone for your entire business. When it’s not dialed in, you pay for it—in higher operating costs, lower productivity, and potential lost business. A custom LED lighting or EV-charging plan from Thayer Energy Solutions will deliver value and performance to power up your bus...

12/15/2025

🎄✨ What an AMAZING night celebrating with the Thayer Energy Solutions family! ✨🎄

Our Christmas party was an absolute blast — full of great laughs, great company, and even better memories.

Huge thank you to Salamone's North for the incredible food and cozy atmosphere — and a special shoutout to their staff who truly rocked it from start to finish! Everything was top-notch.

💜 And the biggest THANK YOU to Patti for putting together such an amazing party. So much fun, so many smiles, and such a perfect way to celebrate the season together.

Feeling very grateful for this team! Cheers to a wonderful holiday season! 🥂🎄

11/11/2025

Honoring a triumphant Veterans Day to all the fearless men and women who have served!
Thank You! 🇺🇸

11/06/2025

🎉Happy Birthday, Patti! 🎉

We all Love You and hope your day is amazing as you are! 🥳🎂😘

10/22/2025

Thank you B103 and Perfectly Seasoned! Lunch was Delicious! 💗

Congrats to Nicole at Thayer Energy Solutions in Loves Park for winning this week's Working Lunch Wednesday from Perfectly Seasoned Catering! Sign up to win FREE LUNCH next week here: b103rockford.com/working-lunch-wednesday-win-lunch-for-your-office/

10/16/2025

Happy Boss’s Day, Patti!

Your leadership goes far beyond the walls of Thayer Energy Solutions — it radiates through the community you’ve poured yourself into. You’ve built a career and a company rooted in purpose, proving that real change happens when you pull up a chair, lend your voice, and invite others to the table.

From growing Thayer into a regional leader in energy efficiency and innovation, to mentoring future leaders and championing local progress, you lead with heart, grit, and unwavering dedication. Your belief in community, education, and empowerment inspires everyone around you.

Thank you for leading by example, for giving so much of yourself, and for reminding us all that meaningful impact starts with one person willing to take a seat — and make room for others.

Wishing you a very happy Boss’s Day, Patti!

09/17/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our very own Chuck Meyers on being named to the 40 Under 40! 🎉

We are so proud of you, Chuck — your leadership, dedication, and vision continue to inspire our whole team. This recognition is so well-deserved, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for you!

09/09/2025

🌟 Buy Local with Thayer Energy Solutions! 🌟 Our latest blog reveals why we’re your trusted choice for EV charging, lighting upgrades, & utility savings. ⚡️💡

🎙️ Tune into our new podcast for energy-smart tips! 🚀
📢 Read, listen, & share your fave energy-saving tip below! 👇
🔗 thayerenergysolutions.com | 📞 815.282.1112

https://www.thayerenergysolutions.com/buy-local-with-thayer-energy-solutions-your-trusted-partner-for-energy-efficiency

Your facility sets the tone for your entire business. When it’s not dialed in, you pay for it—in higher operating costs, lower productivity, and potential lost business. A custom LED lighting or EV-charging plan from Thayer Energy Solutions will deliver value and performance to power up your bus...

08/27/2025

Congratulations to our own Chargin Chuck!

Congratulations to our next 40 Under 40 Honoree: Chuck Meyers, EV Charging Specialist-Energy Advisor at Thayer Energy Solutions! 🎉

Join us in congratulating all the honorees at the 40 Under 40 reception, presented by Workplace, on September 16th. Tickets available here: https://lnkd.in/gJc5mBWZ

Thank you Mindy Joy Photography, our 2025 photography sponsor, for her fabulous work on our 40 Under 40 Photos!

08/15/2025

Happy 815 Day from Thayer Energy Solutions!!

We are proud to provide Rockford and the entire 815 community with innovative, energy-saving solutions.

Today, we celebrate our local roots and commitment to a brighter, more sustainable future.

Visit us at Rechargerockford.com and let us help you save money and energy!

07/21/2025

🎉Happy Birthday, Matt Honson! 🎂
May your special day be filled with laughter, good cheer, and all your favorite things. We appreciate your unwavering commitment, strong work ethic, and great sense of humor, as well as your captivating storytelling. Here's to an even more remarkable year ahead!🎉🎂🥳

06/13/2025

💡Looking for a Job 💡

Lighting Project Coordinator
Full-Time | Loves Park, IL | In-Office/Job Sites | Thayer Energy Solutions

Thayer Energy Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated Lighting Project Coordinator to join our growing team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with both people and data, and want to be part of a mission-driven company focused on energy efficiency and sustainability—we want to hear from you!

About Thayer Energy Solutions
For over 35 years, Thayer Energy Solutions has been a trusted leader in energy-efficient lighting and turnkey energy solutions across the Midwest. Our long list of accolades includes multiple awards from utilities ComEd and Consumers Energy. ComEd honored Thayer with a 2021 “Pioneer of the Year” award, following a previous Customer Impact Award, and Consumers Energy has repeatedly named us an “Outstanding Small Business Trade Ally.”
We're proud of the results we deliver, the relationships we build, and the positive energy we bring to every project.

What You’ll Do
As a Lighting Project Coordinator, you’ll be the central point of contact supporting the project management and sales teams. Your responsibilities will include:
Coordinating lighting retrofits for businesses
Managing timelines, schedules, and project documentation
Communicating with customers, contractors, and suppliers
Tracking product orders, deliveries, and inventory
Assisting in job closeout and quality assurance follow-up

What We’re Looking For
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (required)
Willingness to undergo a background check as part of the hiring process
2+ years of project coordination, construction admin, or operations support experience preferred
Knowledge of lighting or energy efficiency technologies is a plus (but we’ll train the right person!)
Positive attitude and solutions-oriented mindset
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable using project management tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and cloud-based systems
Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (No weekends)

Why Join Thayer?
Be part of a purpose-driven company with a proven reputation for excellence
Join a passionate, experienced team making a real impact
Enjoy a small company culture with big project experience
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Competitive pay based on experience

Ready to light the way with us?

Send your resume and a short cover letter to [email protected]. Let us know why you're a great fit for Thayer Energy Solutions!