Rate and Tariff Optimization

Burton’s Utility Rate and Tariff Optimization program is customized to each client’s needs and considers the operations performed at the individual facilities when modeling the various rate opportunities. Across several states, the regulated utility rate might be an account’s only option, or possibly the most competitive option, for purchasing electricity or natural gas.

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Utility Rate Optimization

Burton’s Rate Optimization service looks at the existing utility rate schedules for opportunities to switch to a more favorable rate. Often, commercial customers can maximize savings by moving to a time-of-use or demand type rate. By leveraging the Burton ESP and rate database, Burton can identify, quantify, and deliver these opportunities to its customers.

Regulated Rate and Tariff Analysis

Burton will conduct an analysis of the client accounts to model energy costs under available rate schedule options and identify available savings opportunities. Since an account’s load may change over time or the initial rate class that was designated at the time of the account set-up is no longer optimal, it is common to find savings opportunities across a portfolio by moving to a different tariff or rate structure.

See our case study on how Burton was able to achieve $700,000 in cost reduction through rate and tariff analysis for a national retailer.

Energy Efficiency Opt-Out Opportunities

Utilities across the U.S. offer different energy efficiency rebate programs that are automatically billed on a customer’s invoice. Burton will identify these markets where a client is paying into these programs and determine their eligibility to opt-out, if the utility’s program is not going to be leveraged by the client.

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“Two factors are critical to me in using an energy management advisor - technical competence and responsiveness. The team at Burton has excelled in both over the past ten years as our energy partner. Their expert advice has supported me in accomplishing my objectives and their size allows for personalized attention that is second to none.”
Randy MichaelSenior Director, Energy Solution Development // Sodexo

“Burton has been an excellent partner, providing interim Energy Manager support as well as project management of numerous initiatives, including securing over $2M in incentives. I’d highly recommend them as a trusted energy partner.”
Catherine BarnesVice President, Facilities & Energy Management // Rite Aid

“Burton’s excellent water audit capabilities and knowledge of water efficiency measures across diverse sectors has made them a trusted partner of CBRE. I’d highly recommend them as a valued partner.”
Shawn WasimGlobal Technical Solutions Director // CBRE

“Over the past 20 years, we have been fortunate enough to have Burton Energy as a partner that truly is focused on improving the performance of our portfolio. With the ever changing landscape of utility costs, we have never had to worry about ensuring we were well positioned to minimize our exposure to these costs. In addition, the customer service and training to our hotels is superior. Burton is just not a vendor they are a valued partner to Meyer Jabara Hotels.”
Eric ChurchillSr. Vice President of Operations // Meyer Jabara Hotels