When it comes to deciding between natural gas or electricity suppliers, the options can be overwhelming. Should you buy through a third party supplier? If so, how do you choose? And how do you know if you’re getting the best rate or product for your business? Do I use a broker? We have energy efficiency work to do, can a broker help me? Before you give up on the energy procurement process altogether, here’s something you should know:
Most energy brokers deal with just procurement of energy. They lack the ability to look outside the box and provide value to you beyond price. Unlike a traditional broker, as a full-service energy consultant, Titan Energy offers demand-side management and efficiency services, electricity and natural gas procurement, on-site generation and data management. We are one of the only full-service energy consultants working throughout North America.
If you are in the market for energy procurement, here are 10 things to look for so you can reduce costs and increase net operating income.
Both Sides Of Procurement
Titan Energy is able to bring a unique combination of skill sets to our clients to help more effectively manage their energy costs Titan helps clients manage the supply-side (procurement of electricity and natural gas) as well as the demand-side (working to reduce the amount of energy used).
Operational Efficiency
Think of Titan Energy as an extension of your team. You can free up your financial/procurement personnel from the task of crafting an effective energy management strategy. Our process provides you with data that you can use to control costs, identify trends and eliminate waste.
Expert Knowledge
Access to a dedicated team of energy analysts can help you evaluate your changing energy needs and answer any questions you have along the way, simplifying the complexities of energy management. Having this type of resource available ensures you’re not being overcharged by your utility company and helps you find ways to manage your energy usage to save even more.
Choices
At Titan Energy we listen to your company initiatives and goals to custom tailor solutions which includes a top competitive option for suppliers and product offerings in your region. We ensure that you are able to get the best available rate from a vast supplier network plus we may determine introducing building control systems, replacing a boiler or installing a solar, combined heat and power (CHP), fuel cell project would make the most sense. If a broker works with only a few suppliers and can’t understand the demand and on-site generation options, they don’t have a clear picture of the whole energy market.
Advising You When To Buy
Our in-house market support team of energy experts analyze the futures markets and utility/state incentives to make sure we can advise clients in the best way possible. By keeping track of prices, programs and trends, Titan Energy can help you take advantage of the best options to achieve your goals.
Monitoring
How do you know the energy rate you’ve chosen is meeting your expectations? Your spend and savings should be clear and measurable, so it’s easy for everyone in your organization to see how you’re reducing costs. On top of monitoring your utility bills for accuracy, a better energy consultant like Titan Energy will track costs and performance.
RFP Management
In need of an request for proposal (RFP) management program that is independent and trusted by public and private organizations alike? As a trusted development partner, Titan Energy brings the necessary insight, guidance and financial support to help manage an independent RFP. Our portfolio ranges from solar carport projects, LED retrofits to natural gas and electricity procurement. Titan Energy designs and manages the RFP program from start to finish. The initial bid results will yield a variety of program/system designs, contract styles and financing options. Titan creates a report for your team that makes the information easily understandable and readily available for public viewing.
Seamless Renewal
Not sure when your contract is coming to an end? Our constant communication with you will give you insight on when it is time for you to renew. Titan Energy will keep an eye on your account and generate a new, customized proposal for you.
Can They Handle You?
Whether you are a large single meter, a retail restaurant or have multiple location aggregations across multiple states, our team can provide white glove service to your team. Our market experts have in depth knowledge of generation, supply and demand across multiple utility incentive programs and creative financial programs.
Great Customer Service
Good customer service means your broker spends time to understand your energy goals and the makeup of your portfolio in order to develop a long-term energy strategy that will deliver the best value. A better energy consultant takes it a step further by continuously monitoring market changes to ensure you’re always getting the best value, and allows you to see how your energy savings are performing.