EFFICIENCY & MANAGEMENT

ACTIONS

Air Conditioning & Heating Efficiency

Building Automation Systems -- Set 68 winter / 74 summer; each degree raises energy use 2-3%

Capacitor Banks -- Increase power factor & lower demand management

Commissioning -- Commission new building or re-commission existing buildings

Demand Side Management (DSM) Program -- Participate, if available, with your utility

Energy Management Plan -- Develop school-wide or district-wide policy

Equipment Purchase Policy -- Energy Star™ e-purchase policy for Motors, Pumps, Air Conditioners and other Appliances

High-Efficiency Transformers -- Install to reduce source and site energy loss

High-Efficiency Windows -- Begin to replace and require in a all new purchases

Real-Time Energy Metering -- Invest in building energy management systems

Signage -- Encourage efficient use of lighting and/or computers

Vending Misers -- Install vending machines

Weatherize -- Install airlock doors, new windows, caulk, etc