EMCOR issues challenge for Norwalk schools.(EMCOR Group Inc.,)

From: Fairfield County Business Journal | Date: November 17, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

A Fortune 500 player that specializes in vital mechanical and electrical systems is turning its attention to a system of a different kind--Norwalk's public schools.

EMCOR Group Inc. recently announced the "EMCOR Challenge for Education," a community-based initiative in partnership with the Norwalk Education Foundation (NEF) that aims to raise $50,000 by year end for programs to improve public education in Norwalk.

"EMCOR is delighted to partner with the Norwalk Education Foundation to support its important mission of providing valuable educational programs designed to ...

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