Energy Insights

Practical articles on energy procurement, demand response, renewables, backup power, and cost management for C&I clients in Texas.

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Client Relationships

The Breakup Problem

Switching energy vendors feels like ending a relationship, and that discomfort is exactly why most companies stick with a mediocre broker far longer than they should.

July 6, 2026 · 3 min read Read Article →
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Client Relationships

Stop Shotgunning Your Energy RFPs

Sending the same energy RFP to multiple brokers and suppliers doesn't get you a better price. Here's why the shotgun approach backfires, and why committing to one advisor works better.

July 6, 2026 · 5 min read Read Article →
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Procurement Strategy

Lock In or Wait? How to Think About Energy Contract Timing Right Now

Power prices are rising this summer while gas stays cheap. Here's how Texas commercial and industrial buyers should think about locking in a fixed energy contract vs. staying on index right now.

June 16, 2026 · 5 min read Read Article →
Market Update

The Market Is Sending Mixed Signals. Here's What to Do About It.

PJM capacity prices hit record highs while natural gas stays cheap. GTI Energy Advisors breaks down the gas-to-power decoupling and what energy buyers should do now.

May 31, 2026 · 4 min read Read Article →
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Renewable Energy

RECs, PPAs, and Green Tariffs: A Plain-English Guide for Business Energy Buyers

A plain-English guide to renewable energy purchasing options for businesses — RECs, green tariffs, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and more. Written by GTI Energy Advisors.

April 2, 2026 · 3 min read Read Article →
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Demand Response

What Is Demand Response — and Is Your Business Leaving Money on the Table?

Demand response programs allow Texas businesses to earn money by voluntarily reducing electricity use during peak grid events. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and how to get started.

April 2, 2026 · 4 min read Read Article →
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Distributed Energy

Backup Power: A Necessary Asset in Today's Changing Energy Economy

Grid reliability concerns are growing. For C&I businesses in Texas, backup power — generators, solar, battery storage — has shifted from a nice-to-have to a critical operational and financial asset.

April 2, 2026 · 5 min read Read Article →
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Market Analysis

The Iran Conflict & Energy Prices: What C&I Buyers Need to Know

Geopolitical conflict involving Iran is sending ripples through global oil and natural gas markets. Here's what it means for your electricity and natural gas costs in Texas — and what to do about it.

April 1, 2026 · 7 min read Read Article →

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