Award recognizes five recipients in the
categories of energy management, sustainability, engagement,
innovation, and community
IRVING,
Texas, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TXU Energy
today announced its recognition of five innovative North Texas companies as category winners in
the 2023 TXU Energy Leadership Award Program. This program
highlights corporate and nonprofit leaders defining energy
responsibility. The awards were announced in conjunction with the
TXU Energy Summit held today in Arlington.
"TXU Energy is proud to recognize this year's winners and their
commitment to a clean energy future," said Gabe Castro, senior vice president of business
markets for TXU Energy. "From cutting-edge ideas to sustainable
solutions, these companies and organizations are showing energy
leadership in action. We are honored to be partners on this
mission."
The five North Texas-area
winners include:
- Leadership in Energy Management – American Airlines
Center
American Airlines Center, in Downtown
Dallas, has served as one of the nation's top sports and
entertainment venues since opening in 2001. For more than 20 years,
TXU Energy has served as the Official Energy Provider and Partner
of American Airlines Center and its home teams, the Dallas
Mavericks and the Dallas Stars.
American Airlines Center has leveraged its partnership with TXU
Energy to increase energy efficiency and lower costs. The venue has
used nearly $200,000 in TXU Energy
Greenback Rebate dollars to install LED lighting, saving more than
930,000 kWh each year. Together, TXU Energy and American Airlines
Center are committed to powering the best possible fan experience
for years to come.
- Leadership in Sustainability – NTT DATA
Realizing a sustainable future is a top priority for NTT DATA,
investing in renewable energy as it moves toward becoming net zero
by 2040. The company purchased Renewable Energy Certificates for
100% of its load for five years, through 2027.
In addition, NTT DATA also completed major efficiency upgrades
through its partnership with TXU Energy, using Greenback Rebate
dollars to make HVAC improvements, saving nearly 200,000 kWh
annually.
In 2022, NTT DATA also made significant upgrades to the cooling
system on its data floor. These improvements include new
humidification controls, removal of redundant cooling fans, and
extending chilled water storage from three hours to nine hours
daily. As a result of these upgrades, NTT DATA is saving 1,000,000
kWh each month.
- Leadership in Engagement – Irving ISD
Irving Independent School District (ISD) is going above and
beyond to prepare its 31,000 students for a clean energy future.
The district is home to Texas'
first net-zero public school. Lady Bird
Johnson Middle School provides a three-dimensional learning
space, giving students the opportunity to see energy-efficient
design firsthand. The school includes an Energy Star-rated kitchen,
geothermal heat pump HVAC technology, solar panels, wind turbines,
and a rainwater harvesting system.
The district has also used more than $50,000 in TXU Energy Greenback Rebate dollars to
install LED lighting, saving 300,000 kWh annually. TXU Energy and
its parent company, Vistra, have also donated $35,000 in scholarship funds to help Irving ISD
students continue their education.
- Leadership in Innovation – Bell Textron Inc. ("Bell")
As an aviation industry pioneer, innovation is in Bell's DNA. Through its cutting-edge
technology solutions, the company is shaping the future of vertical
lift while delivering exceptional aircraft experiences worldwide.
Based in Fort Worth, Texas,
Bell has been an active
participant in the TXU Energy Greenback Rebate program. Since 2012,
the company has leveraged $140,000 in
Greenback Rebate dollars to implement energy efficient LED
lighting, resulting in over 1.2 million kWh in annual savings.
- Leadership in Community – Sharing Life
Outreach
TXU Energy is proud to recognize Sharing Life Outreach for its
community leadership. The Mesquite-based nonprofit is driven by its
mission to end hunger and poverty by demonstrating compassion
toward those in need. The nonprofit serves as a hub for families,
offering food, clothing, financial aid, and education programs.
Sharing Life has also served as a TXU Energy Aid partner since
2004, providing bill payment assistance to customers in crisis. In
the last two years, the nonprofit has helped 1,400 families pay
their energy bills, with more than $500,000 in TXU Energy Aid funding. Sharing Life
also supports a number of TXU Energy's community outreach programs
including Beat the Heat and Winter Warmth.
TXU Energy is proud to share the accomplishments of the
recipients of its awards program, including recipients honored
earlier this year in South
Texas. Learn more about what TXU Energy can do to help
your business or organization achieve its energy and sustainability
goals by visiting us on LinkedIn.
About TXU Energy
More Texans trust TXU Energy to power
their homes and businesses than any other electricity provider.
We're passionate about creating experiences and solutions tailored
to fit the needs of our customers, including electricity plans,
online tools to help save, renewable energy options and more. TXU
Energy is also committed to cultivating a dynamic and enjoyable
workplace where all our people can succeed. Visit txu.com for
more. TXU Energy is a subsidiary of Vistra (NYSE: VST). REP
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