When Nutrien Ag Solutions needed safer, more efficient lighting across their West Region retail sites, they turned to PEC for a scalable solution. With early-morning operations and warehouse safety as key priorities, PEC’s turnkey approach and on-bill funding made the upgrade a no-brainer. The result? Brighter, safer facilities, and zero upfront capital needed.
Committed to Efficiency in Ag Retail
Nutrien Ag Solutions is a global agricultural retail provider serving farmers directly with essential products and services. With a strong presence in the Western U.S., the company is committed to operational efficiency and employee safety, especially across its high-traffic retail branches and warehouses.
The Challenge
Many of Nutrien’s sites had outdated lighting systems that left warehouses dim during early-morning operations. Visibility issues posed a safety concern, particularly for teams starting work before sunrise. As Matthew Jansen, Operations Efficiency Manager for the West Region, explained:
Additionally, capital constraints made it difficult to justify major lighting upgrades, despite the obvious need.
There’s people working out there early in the morning when it’s dark out. Having good lighting is very critical for these guys to work safely and operate the way they need to.
There’s people working out there early in the morning when it’s dark out. Having good lighting is very critical for these guys to work safely and operate the way they need to.
Matthew Jantzen
Operations Efficiency Manager at Nutrien Ag Solutions
The Solution
PEC engaged with Nutrien at just the right time; when they were exploring how to scale a lighting solution across the region. What started as a single-site conversation evolved into a broader initiative. PEC’s turnkey approach and customized planning made it easy to roll out across multiple sites, with special attention to each location’s operational needs.
PEC also offered on-bill funding, which meant the project required no upfront capital, critical for Nutrien’s expense-conscious environment.
Durability / Long-Term Value
The PEC upgrade aligned with Nutrien’s broader efficiency goals. By reducing energy spend and improving equipment use, the project freed up capital for long-term investment and operational growth.
The Results
Nutrien’s warehouses are now brighter, safer, and better suited for early-morning operations. Team members can see clearly, avoid hazards, and work more confidently. And with PEC’s on-bill funding structure, the entire project delivered immediate value without straining budgets.
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