Multi-year partnership includes scholarship
funding and significant rebates for energy efficiency
projects
HOUSTON, Jan. 8, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- TXU Energy today announced that it has entered a
multi-year partnership to provide electricity to the entire
University of Houston System, including
all four university campuses, all UH instructional sites, and more
than a dozen athletic facilities and venues.
The leading-edge contract is designed to meet the unique needs
of a system serving more than 75,000 students, with an investment
in scholarships and significant rebates for energy efficiency
projects.
"When considering the University of
Houston's size and the scope of world-class facilities,
labs, and research centers that need power, only a provider with a
strong history of operational excellence is up to the task," said
Gabe Castro, senior vice president
of business markets for TXU Energy. "We approached this partnership
first with the promise of delivering safe, reliable electricity. As
we learned more, our market insight and expertise allowed us to
create a custom solution that aligns with the university's short
and long-term goals."
In partnership with the University of
Houston, TXU Energy is proud to invest $370,000 in UH scholarships over the next ten
years. This includes endowed scholarships and funding for programs
focused on energy and STEM education.
To help the University of Houston
meet its cost savings and sustainability goals, TXU Energy will
also provide Greenback dollars – rebates for making
energy-efficiency improvements at university facilities. These
dollars can fund new or existing energy efficiency projects and
come with expert guidance on implementation.
About TXU Energy
As the #1 electricity choice of Texans, 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
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