How to Hire An Energy Services Company

Energy-services companies can help your facility identify and implement efficiency projects. These companies employ multiple consultants in order to address all aspects energy conservation. They can also help find project financing, operate and maintain equipment, and guarantee the energy savings and performance of new equipment.

This guide — written primarily for public agencies but relevant to private-sector companies as well — will help you decide whether your organization needs an energy-service company and how to choose one. The guide also provides an example of a typical contract. The appendix includes a partial list of energy-services companies that serve California.