Panda Express is rolling out an automated energy management system that will control lighting and HVAC across all its U.S. eateries.
The quick-serve Asian dining chain will deploy GridPoint Intelligence to all U.S. locations during the next 18 months in a move to optimize energy use, reduce energy costs and ensure that its restaurants remain at maximum temperature comfort for customers and employees amid varied climate conditions. The rollout follows a 200-store pilot, which generated measurable energy cost savings and reduced CO2 emissions.