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"We view Discount Energy as a partner optimizing our cost structure with regard to all things energy"
Solutions
Discount Energy secured an electricity supplier for US Gourmet Foods after evaluating over 20 suppliers. They also restructured US Gourmet Food’s natural gas contract to benefit from wholesale options and the declining gas market. Lastly, Discount Energy identified the need for a lighting retrofit at US Gourmet Food’s facilities.
Results
Discount Energy provided over $1.6 million in annual savings. “The holistic approach of Discount Energy is what sold us on their services. We receive calls all day long from consultants wanting to price our electricity, but Discount Energy evaluated our electricity and natural gas usage, as well as our energy assets, to create a customized plan for our company,” said the President of US Gourmet Foods. “Information and communication were critical components in our selection of Discount Energy. We receive weekly information regarding the markets and the performance of our contracts, as well as guidance and options on managing our portfolio. We view Discount Energy as a partner in optimizing our cost structure with regard to all things energy.”
By taking advantage of substantial state incentives, Discount Energy was able to reduce the overall cost of the lights by more than 70 percent as a result of the retrofit.
“US Gourmet Foods is a great example of a company evaluating their energy use the right way. By allowing our team to conduct substantial due diligence into their facilities, we were able to identify solutions or the operations team to evaluate. The combination of products and services is a powerful savings blend that continues to allow us to manage their energy portfolio as efficiently as possible.” said Discount Energy Services.
Case Study
US Gourmet Foods
Discount Energy saves US Gourmet Foods more than $1.6 million annually
Situation
A US Gourmet Foods dessert manufacturer is a leader in the industry in North America, supplying national restaurant chains, wholesale clubs, and retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Europe. Operating in a 150,000 square foot plant, energy costs significantly impact operations. Prioritizing energy reduction can directly enhance profitability.