Dallas ISD gets money back for energy sustainability

Using electricity wisely paid off for Dallas ISD this year to the tune of $578,000 when NRG Energy handed the district a check for that amount. 

Through NRG Energy Inc.’s Responsive Economic Dispatch program, Dallas ISD earned more than $578,000 by monetizing its load flexibility over the course of 2024. The RED program is one way that NRG Business customers are achieving savings through creative use of electricity. The program provides commercial and industrial customers with the opportunity to customize plans by enrolling in a flexible curtailment program by curtailing energy usage during peak hours. 

Traditionally, program savings were given to participants as an invoice credit, but NRG now offers an alternative check payment, which is what Dallas ISD chose to receive. These savings are available to provide additional resources to the students, such as books, support of programs, construction, and renovations. 

“We are proud of Dallas ISD’s sustainability and energy use programs that are supported by the Board of Trustees, and this more than $500,000 proves that we are on the right track to save the district money and to have a positive impact on the environment and our community,” said Chief of Operations David Bates.