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Foodservice for Thought

Foodservice for Thought is a podcast that shares the thoughts and insights from professionals in all areas of the foodservice industry to transparently unite and strengthen the business of serving food to the public, no matter where they are.Foodservice for Thought connects foodies, almost foodies and people who eat food with the industry that makes it, sells it, buys it, and serves it. Karey Clements and Justin Olivares will be talking to foodservice professionals like chefs, restaurant owners, nutritionists, dieticians, caterers, pastry chefs, kitchen designers, restaurant interior designers, farmers, food manufacturers, restaurant equipment manufacturers and pretty much anyone who might have anything to do with the food you eat when you aren't at home.So if you love food, if you are curious about all aspects of the foodservice & hospitality industry and want to be sure there are always great places to enjoy food this is your kind of podcast. And the regular favor all podcasts ask...please subscribe, rate and review. Pretty please with all your favorite foods on top.

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Synergy with Energy in Foodservice: TRC and CenterPoint Energy

May 16, 2023 • Karey Clements & Justin Olivares

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In today's episode, Karey and Justin are joined by Julia Emerson of TRC and Nora Luna of CenterPoint to discuss how foodservice operators can be mindful of, use and be rewarded for efficiently selecting and using kitchen equipment.

Nora Luna began her career at CenterPoint Energy in 2003 in Customer Service. In 2005 was promoted to Associate Service Consultant in Electric Distribution eventually being promoted to Staff Service Consultant. As a Service Consultant her roles included Electric Distribution and Street Lighting Design at various locations during her 17 years in Electric Operations. In 2022 she moved to CenterPoint Energy’s Energy Efficiency Department, managing multiple Energy Efficiency Programs, including Commercial High Efficiency Foodservice Equipment (CHEF), Commercial Standard, Residential Standard, and Hard-to-Reach Offer programs. One of her many passions is educating others on conserving the environment by using exiting energy resources more efficiently. She holds a bachelor’s in Business Management from LeTourneau University.

Julia Emerson works in TRC Companies' Advanced Energy division, specializing in administering energy efficiency programs. Julia currently manages the implementation of the CenterPoint Energy Commercial High Efficiency Foodservice (CHEF) program, and works with other TRC Company foodservice initiatives aimed at promoting energy-efficient practices and increasing market transformation. As a dedicated and passionate advocate for sustainable energy solutions, Julia is committed to educating others about the benefits of energy efficiency and promoting best practices within the industry. She works closely with clients and stakeholders to identify opportunities for savings, raise awareness about efficient kitchen practices, and recruit new program participants. She holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tulsa in Oklahoma and an MSc in Environmental Management from the National University of Singapore. Her diverse educational background has given her a unique perspective on the energy industry, and she is always eager to share her insights and experience with others.

Nora Luna
nora.luna@centerpointenergy.com

Julia Emerson
jemerson@trccompanies.com

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