DES MOINES, IOWA (September 1, 2022) — The Iowa Restaurant Association has opened nominations for their first-ever Sustainability and Innovation Award (Presented by WoodRiver Energy). This award recognizes Iowa restaurants that are committed to excellence and leadership in the protection of the environment and the implementation of sustainable practices. The nominated restaurant must be able to provide examples of how they’re reducing, reusing, and recycling for long-term sustainability and the environment.
The winner of this award will be chosen based on the impact of their sustainable practices, creativity, and innovation in providing a solution and the level of difficulty required to implement and maintain these solutions.
“With five to seven times more energy usage per square foot than other commercial buildings, restaurants have a tremendous opportunity to implement solutions that help save energy and protect the environment,” says Don Krattenmaker, COO, WoodRiver Energy. “We are honored to sponsor this award supporting innovation and sustainability within the Iowa restaurant industry.”
Nominations can be made online at restaurantiowa.com.
Iowa Restaurant Association
The Iowa Restaurant Association provides advocacy, education, and promotional support to Iowa’s restaurant and tavern industry. restaurantiowa.com
About WoodRiver Energy:
Since 2014, WoodRiver Energy has provided cost-effective solutions for commercial, industrial, and educational customers to help manage energy costs. With the company’s energy-management solution, ConnectedControl, restaurants can save up to fifteen percent on their electricity and remotely monitor their restaurants. Our team of experts partner with customers to design an energy plan that fits their operations and budget.
To learn more about WoodRiver’s energy solutions for Iowa Restaurant Association members, visit: https://woodriverenergy.com/ira.
