SAN FRANCISCO- Chevron Energy Solutions formed an alliance with Choice Hotels International and Tharaldson Energy Group to help Choice franchisees across the U.S. lower energy costs and reduce energy consumption. Chevron Energy Solutions, a nationwide provider of energy management services to major businesses and institutions, will work with Choice franchisees to develop energy reduction and cost management solutions. This is likely to include installation of high-efficiency lighting, heating and cooling equipment; improved ventilation systems; water conservation measures; laundry optimization systems; and power supply upgrades, as well as energy rate analysis and customized reporting. Tharaldson Energy Group (TEG), an energy-purchasing consortium developed by hospitality industry leader Tharaldson Enterprises, will negotiate cost-efficient energy supply contracts for franchisees in deregulated areas. (10/26/00)
