Commercial Energy for Property Management and Apartment Buildings

Understanding your commercial energy options

Energy deregulation extends to Texas businesses, allowing business owners in Texas to choose their own electricity providers and plans. If you are a property manager or run an apartment building, you could lower your operational costs by shopping for affordable business energy plans through Choose Texas Power.

We offer two options for setting up electricity for your business: Give us a call to speak with a dedicated business energy consultant, or visit PowerHQ.com to browse multiple commercial energy plans.

How property management and apartment buildings benefit from deregulation

Locking in an affordable commercial electricity rate can help your property management or apartment building run more smoothly. Here’s how you could benefit:

• Lower energy costs. By reducing operational expenses, you can funnel more resources toward the growth of your properties.
• Long-term financial stability. You can establish a predictable budget, reduce your financial risk, and maintain stability by locking in a good rate.
• Options for sustainability. With deregulation, you aren’t automatically assigned a default plan from your utility, allowing you to choose a plan with features that work best for your business. If you prioritize lowering your properties’ carbon footprint, providers like NRG offer 100% green energy plans to help meet your sustainability goals.

How businesses can improve their energy efficiency

There are more ways to save on your energy bills than just finding a low rate. Consider the following strategies to save money on electricity bills.

Conduct a property energy assessment

A property energy assessment evaluates your building’s energy usage to identify areas for improvement. The assessment may include reviewing equipment, insulation, lighting, and more. Use the results to inform how you want to optimize your efficiency.

Educate your tenants about energy conservation

Property managers can inform tenants about energy efficiency and the benefits of reducing usage. You could host workshops, provide energy-saving tips, or install smart energy monitoring systems.

Participate in demand response programs

Participating in a demand response program is a proactive approach for property managers to help stabilize the grid. These programs ask participants to reduce electricity consumption during times of high demand. In return, participants may receive lower rates, bill credits, or other incentives.

Switch to energy-efficient appliances

Switch your large appliances to energy-efficient models, such as ENERGY STAR. ENERGY STAR-certified appliances use less energy to complete the same task. While replacing appliances is a large upfront investment, you’ll enjoy long-term savings and improved efficiency.