The US has become one of the more aggressive nations in promoting renewable and alternative energy technologies. All signs point to a funding record for green technology in the coming years leading to increased development of renewable energy power generation at both commercial and residential levels. O'Connell's experience in the renewable energy market began with extensive work at hydroelectric power generation facilities that carried into the early 1980s. Our work at the 2,353-megawatt Robert Moses Niagara plant, one of the largest hydroelectric facilities in the world, along with others, were instrumental in further formalizing our Substation and Power Line divisions.
Electrical construction work within the commercial market segment is fiercely competitive. Key to O'Connell's success in this industry remains the productivity of our work force. We're competitive on the multi-million dollar new build or renovation project as well as the two hour service call. Our industry experience and scope of service offerings has made us a top choice among commercial developers and private companies for decades. O'Connell stays current with changes to electrical codes, standard practices and power distribution systems design necessitated by the demands of new electrical infrastructures.
Our Electrical Construction Division is at the heart of the company, dating back to its founding in 1911. O'Connell defines electrical construction as any and all electrical related services required to power and energize facilities and structures of any type and size-beginning at the service feeder, ending with the last outlet or fixture-we do it all. We electrically construct high rises, distribution warehouses, manufacturing facilities, universities, prisons, military complexes, power generation facilities, hospitals, casinos, airports, stadiums, data centers, cell towers.