Energy Insights

Acclaim Energy was founded on the principle that we could help companies succeed by bringing them expert, candid advice, strategies, insights and solutions to improve how they manage their energy profile with more efficiency and effectiveness. The market intelligence, analysis and perspectives shared in this section were generated by our dedicated and talented professionals. The information will help your organization seize new opportunities to improve your bottom-line and beat back the latest challenges facing large users of electricity and natural gas.

So whether you’re a C-suite executive who needs to think differently about how to integrate emerging technologies in energy. A potential client seeking a new business partner to help improve your sustainability efforts, or a government organization in search of the latest breakthroughs in energy procurement, or risk mitigation, we have a proven track record on providing insights and the support that will give your company a competitive advantage.

May 19, 2022
Market Reports

Innovations in the ‘Energy Transition’

The term ‘energy transition’ is a move toward sustainability through increased integration of renewable energy throughout our daily life. The transition to renewable energy is driven by a desire for...

March 30, 2022
Market Reports

MUD Quarterly Newsletter Volume 5

Acclaim’s Quarterly MUD Newsletter seeks to keep our clients informed on the latest energy market updates, technologies, and pricing to deliver key insights that drive effective energy management.    ...

February 28, 2022
Market Reports

Apply Best Practices to Improve Energy Consumption and Savings

The introduction of the electric light was introduced when Edison Electric of New York brought electric lights to Manhattan in 1882. Fast forward fifty years to 1925 and approximately half...

November 22, 2021
Newsroom

Acclaim Energy Recognized as One of The Most Innovative Texas Energy Companies

Futureology Life has selected Acclaim Energy as one of the top 35 Most Innovative Texas Energy Storage Companies. The criteria used were based on innovation, growth, and management. CEO John...

September 29, 2021
Blog

Improve the ERCOT Grid With a Microgrid Solution

Last February, Winter storm Uri revealed to the nation the complexity of issues surrounding the grid that paralyzed our State. The Freeze didn’t create the problems, rather it exposed the...

August 11, 2021
Blog

Jimmy Pappas Memorial Shoot Coming Nov. 16th

Jimmy Pappas was a loving husband, father, successful businessman, and Houston civic leader who passed away due to cancer. For more than 7 years, hundreds of MUD representatives, businesses, and...

July 12, 2021
Blog

Demand Side Management (DSM) – Incentives to Subsidize Your Energy Project

The energy industry’s numerous acronyms and nomenclatures can sometimes get lost in the shuffle due to constant change in the industry. The purpose of this article is to remind energy...

June 14, 2021
Blog

Harnessing Diversity to Drive Business Results

Francisco Quintana, Acclaim Energy’s HR Director, explains how to view diversity as an opportunity for growth, instead of an obstacle to overcome. Read more to discover the numerous ways in...

April 1, 2021
Market Reports

The Era of Decarbonization and The Impact On Large Energy End-Users

Climate change is widely regarded as the number one issue the world is facing as it has a profound socioeconomic impact.  The effects of climate change are currently visible; for...

February 24, 2021
Blog

CEOs – Why Energy Management Should Be One of Your Top Priorities

As the postmortem on the recent Texas deep freeze continues, I am reminded that for the past several years I have tried (with varying degrees of success I might add)...

February 19, 2021
Blog

Texas Energy Crisis: Where Do We Go From Here?

It has already started: Politicians are looking to position themselves positively during this energy crisis. Each day that passes you see them trying to manage their reputations while families and...

February 2, 2021
Newsroom

Acclaim Energy Appoints Jed Beck VP of Accounting

(Houston, Texas) Acclaim Energy Ltd., a leading provider of Energy as a Service announced the appointment of Edwin “Jed “Beck as vice president of accounting. As Acclaim Energy scales its...

January 29, 2021
Blog

Video of Acclaim Energy CEO Recognizing Hayden Gaspard’s Promotion

Acclaim Energy’s CEO, John D. Elder III recognizes Hayden Gaspard’s promotion from Manager of Energy Analytics to Commercial Director of Special Projects. Hayden’s ability to reduce energy costs and improve...

January 19, 2021
Blog

Learning from Mexico’s 2020 Energy Market and What to Expect in 2021: Video From Maria Jose Trevino

As we leave 2020 in the dust, there is still a cloud of uncertainty ahead in Mexico when it comes to how to use and manage energy effectively.  In 2021,...

December 7, 2020
Blog

Mexico Country Manager Recognized as One of the 100 Most Influential People in Energy

The Petroleum & Energy Publication of Mexico selected María José Treviño, Acclaim Energy’s Mexico country manager as one of the 100 most influential people in energy for 2020. She joins...

December 2, 2020
Blog

7 Essential Questions Business Leaders Need to Ask Themselves

Energy is one of the top 5 business expenses, yet many leaders fail to embrace the magnitude of strategies they can easily deploy to optimize their energy profile, generate savings,...

November 25, 2020
Newsroom

Acclaim Energy Expands Sales and Service Organization, Hires Martha Wood, 20 Year Industry Veteran

Acclaim Energy is pleased to announce its recent hire of Martha (Marty) Wood, who joined the Acclaim Team as a Sales and Service Specialist. Within this role, Marty will help...

November 18, 2020
Blog

7th Annual Jimmy Pappas Event Generates Thousands for Sunshine Kids and CanCare

On November 17, 2020, the 7th annual Jimmy Pappas Memorial Shoot took place in Houston. John D. Elder III, Acclaim Energy’s Founder and CEO, established this event after his close...

July 31, 2020
Blog

Reasons Why MUDs Choose Acclaim

Acclaim, founded more than 18 years ago, was one of the first to offer improved energy management solutions to the Texas Municipal Utility District Community. Our goal was to provide...

April 26, 2023
Blog

ERCOT Houston Hub Calendar Strips

Forward power prices are on the rise and Real-time (market index) prices still show volatility.  Energy consumers became complacent in a backward dated market where near-term prices were higher and...

April 19, 2023
Blog

Texas Municipal Utility Districts and the Value of Adding Microgrids to their Operations

Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) are special districts created by the state of Texas to provide essential services, such as water and wastewater treatment. MUDs are typically governed by a board...

April 17, 2023
Blog

Understanding the Energy Issues Impacting Water and Wastewater Districts

Water and wastewater districts play an essential role in ensuring the proper treatment and management of our water resources. However, like any other sector, these districts face significant energy issues...

April 12, 2023
Blog

The Microgrid Revolution: How Localized Energy Systems are Changing the Game

As the world’s population grows, so does the demand for energy. At the same time, climate change is forcing us to think more carefully about how we generate and use...

Energy consultants
February 27, 2023
Blog

Preparing your Company for the Future of Energy: How Energy Consultants Can Help!

Acclaim Energy is a consulting company dedicated to providing energy solutions to businesses and organizations in the United States and Mexico. In this article, we will explore the importance of...

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