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w.�sy�� k 4 S t".a,�t�a+f's`, '� M.s�as Apply for the MnTAP Intern Program or Receive an MnTAP site visit 2 Points Each summer, the MnTAP intern program places highly qualified students in manufacturing or healthcare facilities to develop solutions for waste and energy problems. MnTAP site visits resulted in$1.2 Million in savings in 2013. Costs Payback/Benefits Rebates Business Types Cost share up to a $2,500 to 2010 interns identified over$1.7 None available Industrial host the intern for a summer, million in projected savings, an site visits are free average of$217,000 per company Resources&Suggestions The Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP) is an outreach program at the University of Minnesota that helps Minnesota businesses develop and implement industry-tailored solutions that prevent pollution at the source, maximize efficient use of resources, and reduce energy use and costs to improve public health and the environment. MnTAP also offers free site visits. Check out their website at http://www.mntap.umn.edu/. Case Summary In 2010,an MnTAP intern recommended measures at Malt-O-Meal Plant in Northfield that would save a projected $449,720 per year via reducing water, natural gas,and electricity use. Savings would be mostly realized by reusing over 22.5 million gallons of boiler water and treating their water more efficiently. Check out the full report at http://www.mntap.umn.edu/intern/presentations/2010Presentations/Malt_0_Meal.pdf. Any Other Approved Action 1-3 Points There are many innovative ways that businesses can boost efficiency and become more environmentally friendly. We haven't thought of them all... Costs Payback/Benefits Rebates Business Types Various Various Check with your local utility All Resources&Suggestions You know your own business better than anyone. If you see potential for an increase in efficiency that will have a posi- tive impact on the environment, let us know! Case Summary None available. 26