Facility Masters

Document Downloads:

• HVAC Temperature Guidelines (3) (Adobe PDF) Explanation of winter (heating) and summer (cooling) set points and temperatures, including what constitutes an issue and how to report it. (From Douglas County School District Re 1, CO)
• RFP for Solar Panels (6) (Adobe PDF) RFP for design, fabrication and installation services for photovoltaic solar panels and the establishment of a power purchasing agreement.  (From Quaboag Regional School District, MA)
• Example Energy Conservation Newsletter (31)(Adobe PDF) Sample newsletter to share organization conservation initiatives and results, as well as tips and best practices, with students, staff and the community.  (From Santa Fe Public Schools, NM)
• Energy Conservation Guidelines (63) (Adobe PDF) Provides school employees, students and volunteers the necessary short and long range administrative guidelines to implement energy awareness and conservation measures.  (From Rogers Public Schools, AR)
• Energy Conservation Building Operation Guide (58) (Adobe PDF) Provides school employees, students and volunteers the necessary guidelines and industry standards associated with operating a building in an energy efficient manner.  (From Sharon Public Schools, MA)
• Energy Management Plan (76) (Adobe PDF) Provides a plan to implement energy policies to reduce energy consumption and achieve the highest standards in energy/water use, environmental and economic performance.  (From Sharon Public Schools, MA)
• Energy Policy (35) (Adobe PDF) Provides leadership in developing a realistic energy use ethic, increasing awareness of energy needs and costs to conserve on energy while maintaining a comfortable environment. (From Sharon Public Schools, MA)
• Energy Regulation (26) (Adobe PDF) Provides school employees, students and volunteers the necessary short and long-range administrative guidelines to implement energy awareness and conservation.  (From Sharon Public Schools, MA)

Job Descriptions:

• Energy Manager Job Description (80) (Adobe PDF) Works with instructional staff, support staff, and maintenance staff to maximize cost avoidance with all energy systems, including electrical, gas, water, sewer, and sanitation. (From Rogers Public Schools, AR)
• Energy Education Specialist Job Description (27) (Adobe PDF) Responsible for energy consumption with the goal of managing and controlling the organization’s energy consumption through systematic tracking and analysis. (From Rogers Public Schools, AR)
• Energy Education Specialist Job Description (18) (Adobe PDF) Responsible for implementing energy management and related programs in school facilities. (From Loudon County Public Schools, VA)
• Energy Manager Job Description (42) (Adobe PDF) Responsible for administering a comprehensive utility management program including energy (electricity, natural gas and alternative fuels), water, and solid waste. (From Energy Efficient Solutions
• Energy Manager Job Description (32) (Adobe PDF) Responsible for analyzing energy usage and developing the energy management plan to provide cost effective energy utilization. Responsible for HVAC control and energy tracking computer system. (From Energy Efficient Solutions)
• Energy Manager Job Description (24) (Adobe PDF) Establish accountability for energy consumption. Responsible for developing and monitoring the energy management program to reduce utility consumption. (From Energy Efficient Solutions)
• Energy Manager Job Description (33) (Adobe PDF) Responsible for implementing, monitoring, and integrating the Energy management Program goals with operations and HVAC staff. (From Dallas ISD, TX)
• Energy Management Temperature Controls Technician Job Description (30) (Adobe PDF) Responsible for operation and control, trouble shooting, repair, and software programming of a Computerized Energy Management System and all HVAC controls equipment. (From Monroe Public Schools, MI)
• Energy Manager Job Description (34) (Adobe PDF) Responsible for analyzing current energy usage and developing energy management plans in order to provide proper environmental conditions with cost effective energy utilization, including HVAC controls, lighting controls, and energy tracking computer systems.  (From Sharon Public Schools, MA)

Documents:

The New Guide to Operating and Maintaining EnergySmart Schools

The new Guide to Operating and Maintaining EnergySmart Schools (PDF 2.9 MB) is a primary resource for implementing a district or school-wide operations and maintenance (O&M) program that focuses on energy efficiency. The objective of this guide is to provide organizational and technical information for integrating energy and high-performance facility management into existing O&M practices. Written for school district management, facility managers, business officials, and administrators, the Guide helps users:

• Identify energy savings
• Develop an energy management plan
• Address technical considerations

School Operations and Maintenance:
Best Practices for Controlling Energy Costs
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Published by The Department of Energy, this guide serves as a good overview of O&M concerns related to energy efficiency of schools.

Making the Case for Energy-Saving Measures to Existing Schools
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For existing schools, implementing energy-efficient operations and maintenance strategies can enable school districts to save as much as 20% in energy costs, extend the life of equipment, and improve the overall physical environment in their school facilities. These strategies range from simple, no-cost measures to more complicated investments. Many energy management strategies require small capital outlays and can produce rapid paybacks, in some cases, in less than two years.

Links:

U.S. Department of Energy
www.energy.gov

Energy Efficiency and Renewal Energy
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/energysmartschools

The U.S. Department of Energy’s EnergySmart Schools Program promotes a 30-percent improvement in existing school energy use. The program provides resources like this Guide to Operating and Maintaining EnergySmart Schools to assist school decision makers in planning, financing, operating, and maintaining energy-efficient, high-performance schools. It also offers education and training for building industry professionals.