Most business leaders don’t think about their cooling systems until something breaks.
But here’s a surprising reality: commercial buildings waste 20–30% of the energy they consume every year. For many organizations, a large portion of that waste comes from inefficient cooling systems running behind the scenes.
That wasted energy isn’t just an operational issue. It’s lost profit.
For industrial and commercial facilities, cooling systems—especially chiller plants—are often among the largest energy expenses in the entire building. Yet most organizations operate them using outdated control strategies, inefficient equipment sequencing, or systems that simply weren’t designed for today’s energy realities.
This is exactly the challenge Integrity Energy Solutions Group (IESG) has spent years helping companies solve.
Now, through a new strategic partnership with TekWorx, IESG is taking that mission even further—helping organizations turn energy efficiency into measurable financial performance.
The Real Reason Energy Optimization Matters
Energy efficiency conversations often focus on sustainability, but the real reason businesses are paying attention today is economics.
Energy costs continue to rise. Operational budgets are under pressure. And companies are searching for ways to improve performance without disrupting operations.
That’s where intelligent energy optimization comes in.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Terry McTigue, IESG has built its reputation on helping organizations identify hidden energy waste and convert it into real financial savings. The company works closely with industrial and commercial clients to improve building performance, reduce operating costs, and strengthen long-term sustainability strategies.
But IESG has always understood something critical:
No single company has every answer.
The best solutions come from bringing together the right expertise, technology, and strategy.
That philosophy is exactly why IESG has built a powerful partner ecosystem—and why the addition of TekWorx is such a meaningful step forward.
Why the TekWorx Partnership Changes the Game
Cooling systems are often the largest single energy load in a commercial facility. Even modest efficiency improvements can translate into enormous cost savings.
TekWorx specializes in exactly this challenge: chiller plant optimization.
Instead of replacing entire systems or disrupting operations, TekWorx technology works by intelligently optimizing how cooling equipment operates in real time. Their solutions continuously adjust system performance to ensure facilities are using only the energy they actually need.
The result?
- Lower electricity consumption
- Reduced water usage
- Improved system reliability
- Significant operating cost reductions
But what truly sets TekWorx apart is something many companies overlook:
They don’t just optimize systems — they help clients capture the financial incentives tied to those improvements.
Terry McTigue, President and CEO of IESG, explains why the partnership matters:
“We’re incredibly excited to welcome TekWorx into the IESG partner network. Their expertise in chiller optimization and their ability to secure substantial energy incentives perfectly align with our mission — helping clients turn operational efficiency into measurable financial returns.”
A Real Example of Energy Optimization Driving Financial Results
Consider the experience of a major automotive supplier in Illinois.
Like many manufacturers, the facility faced rising energy costs and aging cooling systems that were quietly draining operating budgets. The company knew improvements were possible—but navigating both the technology upgrades and the complex utility incentive programs felt overwhelming.
TekWorx stepped in with a two-part solution.
First, the facility implemented TekWorx’s Xpress® chiller optimization technology, which immediately improved the performance of the cooling system and reduced energy consumption.
Then TekWorx leveraged TekWatch® Navigator, their incentive management platform, to identify and secure every available utility rebate tied to the project.
The results were remarkable.
The facility secured $169,800 in utility incentives, including $157,800 for optimization improvements and $12,000 for variable speed drive upgrades—35% more than initially expected.
Energy performance improvements were just as impressive. The project reduced annual energy consumption by over 1.3 million kWh, dramatically lowering operating costs and environmental impact.
Perhaps most importantly, the financial return accelerated dramatically. What was originally projected as a 3.2-year payback dropped to just 1.7 years.
Over the next decade, the facility is projected to save more than $1.4 million in energy costs.
That’s the power of combining smart optimization technology with expert guidance.
What This Partnership Means for IESG Clients
The partnership between IESG and TekWorx creates a powerful opportunity for organizations looking to improve operational performance without major capital disruption.
Through this collaboration, clients gain access to:
Proven chiller optimization technology
that reduces energy consumption and improves system performance.
Utility incentive expertise
that captures financial rebates many organizations never realize they qualify for.
Strategic energy guidance
that aligns operational improvements with long-term financial goals.
The result is a smarter approach to energy management—one that focuses not just on saving energy, but on improving business performance.
Turning Energy Waste Into Strategic Advantage
Energy optimization isn’t just about sustainability anymore.
It’s about operational intelligence, financial performance, and competitive advantage.
By combining IESG’s strategic energy expertise with TekWorx’s advanced optimization technology, organizations can unlock new ways to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve building performance.
And most importantly, they can turn something that has traditionally been viewed as a cost center—energy—into a measurable financial asset.
Ready to See What’s Possible?
Every building has hidden energy opportunities.
The first step is discovering where they are.
Schedule your complimentary 30-minute consultation with IESG President Terry McTigue to explore how chiller optimization and energy incentives could impact your facility.
In just one conversation, you may uncover opportunities that could save your organization hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Book Your Free Consultation Today Let’s turn your building’s energy performance into a strategic advantage.
