Case Study

Natural Gas Operator Generates $120,000+ Through Demand Response

Natural Gas Operator Generates $120,000+ Through Demand Response

The opportunity

A natural gas well operator sought to uncover new revenue opportunities by leveraging its existing energy usage and electrical assets.

Tradition Energy educated the operator on ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) Demand Response (DR) programs, demonstrating how participation could create an additional revenue stream without disrupting normal operations. This provided the client with a clearer understanding of the market and the potential value of its energy flexibility.

By evaluating the client’s operational profile, energy usage, and existing electrical assets, Tradition identified a strong opportunity to participate in a Demand Response program. The strategy enabled the operator to capitalize on existing infrastructure, support grid reliability, and generate incremental revenue with minimal impact on day-to-day operations.

Analysis

Tradition defined the client’s electrical usage and demand for facilities in regions of Texas where the DR programs are available.

After providing information and clarification to the client about the various DR programs that were available, Tradition explained how these programs could be beneficial to the client and submitted the client’s program application.

Before applying to a DR program, Tradition spent the necessary time studying the client’s specific needs. Then client was directed to the precise DR program that best met their requirements, including curtailment scheduling and kilowatt load shedding commitments.

Tradition researched all DR programs that matched the client’s specific requirements and situation and performed an opportunity analysis, providing a pricing report that considered equipment installation costs, expected revenue, and payback period.

The Result:
Measurable Financial Results

Program Oversight

Tradition continuously monitored the Demand Response provider’s costs, schedule, and program performance, providing the client with regular updates to ensure the program remained on track.

Performance Reporting

The client received ongoing reports detailing revenue generation and program performance, allowing results to be measured against expectations and ensuring the accuracy of payments.

Incremental Revenue

By closely monitoring available load reports and proactively managing program participation, Tradition helped the client maximize earnings, resulting in more than $120,000 in incremental revenue.

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