This is a wonderful initiative. It improves the students’ learning environment while using less energy. We were also able to take advantage of energy efficiency rebates for heating and cooling improvements in 2015, so we are big fans of the program.
Main project details
Sizer School realized it was not too late to switch to a more efficient lighting system, so Unitil worked with school officials and vendors to calculate the energy savings.
“Even though the school was completed in 2015, it was eligible for a comprehensive lighting upgrade that will save the school over one million kWh of electricity over the lifetime of the fixtures,” said Bill Clabaugh, Facilities Director.
The total project cost is $95,139, and with an energy efficiency rebate from Unitil of $66,597, the net cost to the school is $28,251. By saving approximately 85,000 kWh of electricity annually, the school expects to recoup its investment after a little more than two years. Over the lifetime of the fixtures – about 13 years – the school estimates it will save 1,105,845 kWh of electricity, the equivalent of what 153 homes would use for electricity for an entire year.
“It is amazing to see how rapidly energy efficiency options continue to change and improve,” Media Relations Manager Alec O’Meara said. “What may have been difficult just a few years ago is now attainable for many homes and businesses. It’s great to be able to share these opportunities with our customers.”
