Retrofitting

Goal:

To reduce the District’s consumption of energy (electric, water, gas) through the analysis and implementation of energy management practices.

Retrofit strategies and activities:

  • Continue efforts to replace existing incandescent lamps with new efficient, fluorescent lamps.
  • Research low energy indoor and outdoor lighting for potential use.
  • Investigate new automatic lighting control systems.
  • Install CO2 sensors in schools as necessary.
  • Continue to replace and upgrade HVAC direct digital control (DDC) contracts at existing schools.
  • Examine opportunities for installing light-emitting diodes (LED) exit sign which have earned the Energy-Star rating label.
  • Assist in design of new schools by implementing day-lighting design (use of natural light) whenever feasible.
  • Switch existing T-12 lighting systems to more efficient T-8 lighting with electronic ballasts.
  • Inquire about the cost benefits of outsourcing performance contracting services to an energy services company (ESCO).
  • Explore water conservation strategies and opportunities.
  • Consider installing energy control devices on vending machines.
  • Inquire about participation in public/private conservation programs which use rebates/incentives.
  • Study the potential of gravity-flow urinals which do not require flushing and do not use water.

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For over 20 years, the District School Board of Pasco County has initiated numerous sustainable and cost-saving environmental programs. Our commitment is to help others in achieving the conservation and recycling goals of the District. We do so by educating students, employees, administrators, and community partners on practices that conserve energy, reduce costs and nurture the environment.

Tony Bartenope, Recycling Coordinator
(727) 774-7936

John Soler, Energy Coordinator
(727) 774-7955

All of the information contained on our website pertains to our school conservation programs.

If you are looking for information on the Pasco County Blue Bag Recycling Program, visit the Pasco County Recycling website.


 

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