Working as a professional consultant in the Energy Industry, I have been privy to my share of discussions on the topic of energy; and let’s just say, eco awareness is not a sustainability concept that has gone unnoticed. With the conversations of energy independence and the resulting impacts on the environment, we find our clients asking, "What can we do?"
Chevron has been a big proponent of using less energy, BP has focused on solar and alternative energies, and Shell is researching the development of second-generation biofuels.
As energy consultants to both businesses and individuals, we advise our clients to focus on solutions that have immediate and long term impact. Conservation is a solution within everyone’s control and can contribute to building a sustainable business and maintaining a sustainable lifestyle. At Taiga Company, we help clients identify mitigation strategies as well as understand the nature of their consumption.
As energy users, it is important to understand the what, how, and when of our consumption.
- What appliances and/or equipment are consuming the most energy?
- How are these high energy consumption items being run (simultaneously, non-efficiently, etc.)
- When are these high energy consumption items running (when not needed, during peak load times, etc.)
But conservation is not the end of the story. Companies and communities around the globe are looking to the source of their energy for solutions: wind, solar. However, managing the source doesn’t have to be a huge capital expense. Depending on where you live and work, you may have a choice in your electricity provider.
In our personal consulting to those living in Texas, understanding your energy source options is important. Comparisons of options have shown the impacts from different sources can vary quite dramatically. For example:
- By simply choosing a “100% Wind Energy” option, the average household can have the same impact as not driving their car 20,000 miles in that same year.
- The same choice made for a “Renewable Energy Option” (typically 90% hydro, 10% Wind) would only be equal to a 2,000 mile reduction.
Whether you have the capital to invest in alternative energies for your business or the desire to use less energy, the decisions you make have real impacts on your business, life, environment.
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