Recognized for Building a Culture Where Safety Comes First
Construction safety isn’t simply about meeting regulations—it’s about creating a workplace where every employee has the training, resources, and support to return home safely each day. That commitment has earned Renua Energy Silver Level recognition in the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) STEP® Health and Safety Management System, highlighting the company’s dedication to protecting its workforce while delivering high-quality renewable energy infrastructure throughout the Northeast.
The achievement reflects Renua Energy’s continued investment in proactive safety planning, employee training, and a company-wide culture that prioritizes both immediate jobsite safety and long-term employee well-being.
What Is the ABC STEP® Health and Safety Management System?
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) STEP® Health and Safety Management System is one of the construction industry’s leading safety benchmarking programs. Established in 1989, STEP provides contractors with a comprehensive framework to evaluate, strengthen, and continuously improve their health and safety programs.
According to ABC’s 2025 Health and Safety Performance Report, companies actively participating in STEP consistently achieve incident rates that are significantly safer than the national construction industry average, demonstrating the measurable impact of strong safety leadership and workplace engagement.
By earning Silver Level recognition, Renua Energy joins a select group of contractors committed to maintaining industry-leading safety standards across every project they complete.
A Family-Owned Company Focused on Protecting Its Team
For Renua Energy, safety extends well beyond compliance—it reflects the company’s values as a family-owned business.
Founder and Owner Dave Byrne explains that every decision begins with one priority: making sure employees return home safely to their families every day.
“As a family-owned business, we support team members in putting their families at the forefront of all that we do. The most important thing at the end of every day is that our team members go home to their families and loved ones, and that they stay healthy and strong for them.”
That philosophy also includes supporting employees’ long-term health. Renua Energy provides practical equipment such as insulated stainless-steel water bottles to encourage hydration, warm winter work jackets, and wide-brim company hats to help protect field technicians from prolonged sun exposure.
These investments may seem small, but they represent a larger commitment to creating a safer, healthier working environment for every member of the team.
Safety Practices Built Into Every Project
Renua Energy performs a wide range of renewable energy construction projects, including:
- Commercial and residential solar installations
- Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installations
- Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) infrastructure
- Electrical construction and engineering
Because these projects frequently involve rooftop work, trenching, excavation, and energized electrical systems, safety planning is integrated into every stage of project execution.
According to Safety Officer Jim Pyenta, the company places a strong emphasis on:
- Fall protection
- Excavation and trench safety
- Electrical safety procedures
- Detailed pre-task planning
- Daily hazard assessments
- Regular toolbox talks
- Ongoing employee safety training
- Open communication and employee accountability
Every employee is also empowered with the authority to stop work whenever an unsafe condition is identified, reinforcing the belief that preventing incidents is everyone’s responsibility.
Building a Strong Safety Culture
While this marks Renua Energy’s first recognition through the ABC STEP® program, company leadership views the achievement as an important milestone rather than a final destination.
“Our primary safety focus is making sure every employee goes home safely at the end of every day,” said Jim Pyenta. “This recognition reflects our commitment to building a strong safety culture through proactive planning, employee involvement, and doing every job the right way.”
By encouraging continuous improvement and employee participation, Renua Energy continues strengthening a workplace culture where safety remains a core value—not simply another project requirement.
Industry Recognition That Reflects Real Results
ABC Vice President of Health, Safety, Environment and Workforce Development Greg Sizemore noted that STEP gives contractors a proven roadmap for improving workplace safety while creating stronger organizations.
The program encourages companies to continually evaluate their safety systems, implement best practices, and develop cultures where every incident is viewed as preventable. The result is safer jobsites, healthier employees, and higher-quality project delivery for customers and communities alike.
Looking Ahead
As Renua Energy continues expanding its work across commercial solar, battery storage, EV charging infrastructure, and electrical construction, safety will remain the foundation of every project.
Receiving ABC STEP® Silver recognition reflects the company’s commitment to protecting its employees, investing in continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism throughout every phase of construction.
For Renua Energy, success isn’t measured only by the projects completed—it’s measured by ensuring every employee returns home safely at the end of each day.
