Thanks to these efforts, EASD has achieved the following:

• 6,837 Therms of natural gas saved per year.

• 269,121 kWh of electricity saved per year.

• 478,367 pounds of CO₂ emissions avoided yearly.

• $39,398.25 in yearly utility cost savings.

• $41,928.13 in financial incentives earned from Focus on Energy.

EASD is demonstrating schools can make impactful changes resulting in significant utility savings and improved learning environments. The District is continuing its energy efficiency journey by exploring new strategies, including:

• Utility Bill Verified Savings: A Focus on Energy offering helping schools track their energy use and save money through low-cost or no-cost improvements.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Technology that gives school staff live data on the amount of energy buildings are using, making it easier to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

• Demand Control Ventilation: A system which adjusts fan speeds in large spaces like gyms and cafeterias based on the number of people in the room, saving energy without sacrificing comfort.

Saving Energy at Your School

Improving energy efficiency is more than saving money. It is about making decisions that benefit your school’s learning environment, too. Simple changes, such as adjusting equipment schedules or upgrading lighting, can reduce energy consumption and lower maintenance costs while creating a more comfortable space for students and staff to learn and work.

Start with a facility audit to identify areas with the highest energy use. Then, decide on improvements with the greatest impact. Over time, schools can build on these changes and invest in larger upgrades to achieve more savings.

Using tools to track energy can help schools monitor progress, identify problems, and maintain their energy systems effectively. When schools embrace a culture of energy efficiency, they can reduce costs and build a more sustainable future for their students and the communities they serve.