Grede Holdings LLC
Southfield, Michigan
Partner of the Year
Energy Management
Grede Holdings LLC is a manufacturer of iron castings for the Automotive, Heavy Truck, and Industrial markets. The company manages 13 foundries and two machining operations in the United States and Mexico. Grede is receiving ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year recognition for its robust energy management program. Key 2015 accomplishments include:
- Achieving a 2-percent reduction in energy intensity from 2014 and a 5-percent reduction over the past three years.
- Completing 235 projects for a savings of $850,000.
- Leading the casting sector by example and superior participation in the ENERGY STAR Focus on Energy Efficiency in Metal Casting.
- Producing a lightweight casting design to help with consumer fuel efficiency.
- Supporting ENERGY STAR industrial partners by sharing Grede’s energy management program.
- Communicating energy efficiency and ENERGY STAR through video, newsletters, and the company Value Added/Value Engineering program that creates awareness for customers and employees.












