Energy Program

The Facilities & Construction Department is implementing many initiatives to conserve energy and to lower overall utility costs by:

• Upgrading and utilizing Direct Digital Controls on HVAC equipment to manage systems and utilities usage.
• Replacing lighting fixtures and lamps with more efficient and cost effective unit.
• Implementing water-saving devices on plumbing fixtures.
• When feasible, purchasing transportation gas to lower natural gas expenses.
• During construction/renovations using energy efficient materials and systems to lower long-term operating expenses.
• Performing studies to best use existing resources to offset rising energy costs.
• Maintaining HVAC equipment to ensure systems are operating efficiently.