SANTA ROSA, Calif. — Blue Star Power Generation, a subsidiary of Blue Star Gas, and EC Power Inc. have signed a distribution agreement that will enable Blue Star to incorporate EC Power Inc.’s XRGI25, a 24kw combined heat and power system (CHP), into its product offering.
The XRGI25 system provides both heat and onsite power from a single unit. This technology aligns with Blue Star’s commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable energy solutions to its diverse customer base, a press release from Blue Star said.
Blue Star, a family-owned business, has been operating since 1938 and has approximately 200 employees. It serves more than 75,000 square miles across 14 markets, with locations in Arizona, California, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.
EC Power, also a family-owned business, was founded in in 1996 in Denmark, where it has established itself as a manufacturer of CHP systems. The company has more than 25 patents to its name.
EC Power has installed more than 15,000 units across 27 countries and has expanded its operations to the U.S. In 2023, EC Power established facilities in Smithfield, Rhode Island.
“We are excited to add the CHP XRGI system to our product lineup,” said Jeff Stewart, president of Blue Star Power Generation. “This partnership with EC Power Inc. allows us to offer our customers a cutting-edge energy solution that aligns with our commitment to sustainability and efficiency. We look forward to a successful partnership with EC Power Inc. and are excited about the future possibilities this agreement brings.”
The XRGI25 system’s ability to provide both heat and onsite power generation from a single unit offers customers a reliable and efficient energy solution, the press release said. This collaboration will strengthen Blue Star’s product range and will help it continue to deliver innovative solutions with strong value propositions and resiliency, the press release said.
“We are thrilled to partner with Blue Star Power Generation,” said Anders Thorsen, CEO of EC Power. “Their dedication to quality, service, and innovation makes them an ideal partner for us. We are confident that our combined efforts will lead to innovative energy solutions that meet the growing demands of the market. We look forward to a successful partnership with Blue Star and are excited about the future possibilities this agreement brings and the benefits of the XRGI25 system can bring to their customers and enhance their energy solutions.”