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.

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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)...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

Mexico Country Manager Recognized as One of the 100 Most Influential People in Energy
The Petroleum & Energy Publication of Mexico selected MarÃa José Treviño, Acclaim Energy’s Mexico country manager as one of the 100 most influential people in energy for 2020. She joins...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...