IT Entities will be held responsible to provide short and long-term conservation recommendations to PAC - Chris Huff has volunteered to lead this effort.  See attached ITL Proposal. 

Estimated annual savings of $1,248.44 for every 100 computers shut off nightly

We know that we can save “real dollars” from shutting down computers at night.  Based on the current projections, we could have savings in the neighborhood of $ 50,000 if we move rapidly to change our protocols. 

Immediate Action

• Flex Scheduling - Review possibility of flex scheduling per department

Estimated monthly savings of $19,300 for 4 day week during heating season

• Weekend Scheduling - Limit the number of buildings used for Saturday classes and auxiliary functions
  
  
• Summer Scheduling - Review option of a 4 or a 4 ½ day week during the summer schedule across the university (keep many buildings shut down on Fridays – maybe consolidate some portion of staff into a central location to keep each individual buildings from being “on”)

Estimated monthly savings of $25,415 for 4 day week during cooling season

Future Consideration/Implementation

• Telecommuting - Evaluate telecommuting when possible with the understanding that a number of technology adaptations and cross-training will be required to continue level of service provided by individuals working off-campus
  
  
• State-wide Schedule Changes - Look to leadership from the BOR in terms of higher-ed scheduling across Georgia

Review and possible implementation of multiple Distance Learning options

Immediate Action

• Summer Scheduling - Review option of a 4 or a 4 ½ day class schedule during the summer

Future Consideration/Implementation

• On-line Classes -  Determine which instructional activities can be done on-line or at our satellite campus in Newnan
  
  
• Graduate Program - Reduction in graduate level classroom meetings (longer class periods that meet less often)

Immediate Action

• Building Temperatures - Manage building temperature set-points using federal government recommended guidelines for heating and cooling (68 degrees in the winter, 78 degrees in the summer) for up to a 5% (dollar) savings per 1 degree change in set-points

ELECTRICITY

We estimate that with the set points listed above we can save $ 125,000.

GAS

Changing the set-points for heating should produce savings in the neighborhood of $50,000-$75,000 if we are aggressive in making the changes immediately; conducting additional checks of our equipment insuring that the equipment is functioning properly (we are not wasting energy); and reducing our night set backs and weekend set backs accordingly

• HVAC Scheduling – Manage HVAC scheduling to better match the building needs and optimize energy usage
  
  
• “Peak Hour” Usage / Load Shedding - Manage class and building schedules to minimize “peak hour” energy use
  
  
• Light Sensors – Add light sensors in bathrooms
  
  

Cost to add light sensors is $65.80 each

A recent study was conducted by NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) concerning “Demand Reduction and Energy Savings Using Occupancy Sensors.” The following chart highlights potential savings from retrofitting various types of typical office space with occupancy sensors.

Application	Time delay	Daytime average energy demand savings
Break Room	5 - min	18%
	20 - min	8%
Classroom	5 - min	40%
	20- min	31%
Conference Room	5 – min	41 %
	20 – min	28%
Private Office	5 – min	31%
	20 – min	20%
Restroom	5 – min	33%
	20 - min	17%

 

NOTE:  We have installed the restroom sensors in Aycock Hall, and they work.

• Refrigerators - Review and possible reform of policies regarding refrigerator use on a per department/building basis
  

Estimated annual savings of $3900.00 for every 100 refrigerators removed

• Hot Water Boilers - Check temperatures of hot water boilers for possible reductions
  
  
• Space Heaters – Space heaters will not be authorized for use unless building temperatures cannot be maintained at minimum of 68 degrees
  

Estimated annual savings of $13,200.00 for every 100 space heaters removed

Future Consideration/Implementation

• Water Usage - Review and possibly revise policies regarding water use and quantity issues – possible drilling of more wells for irrigation, continue with the State mandated installation of low-flow fixtures for showers, toilets, etc.
  
  
• Utility Metering - Review possibility of metering utility usage in Residence Halls
  
  
• Alternative Energy – Research and future consideration of alternative energy sources (wind, solar, etc.)
  
  

Develop a campus-wide conservation and education program to inform students, faculty, and staff about the need to make wise decisions regarding energy usage.

Immediate Action

• Individual Focus - Tap into personal altruism and sense of valuing the earth and its resources
  
  
• Campus Focus - Educate students/faculty/staff regarding energy payback “earned” from shutting off lights and computers, etc.
  

Future Consideration/Implementation

• Student Involvement – Give various classes (Marketing, Business, etc.) a project assignment involving the planning of marketing/implementation for a campus-wide education program on conservation
  
  
• Residence Life – Charge Residence Life department with developing ways to encourage conservation (contests, incentives, etc.)
  

Immediate Action

• Shuttle Buses - Evaluate and reduce gasoline/diesel costs on campus-wide shuttle service related to ridership
  
  
• Campus Deliveries - Consolidate all campus deliveries and pick-ups when possible
  
  
• Police Patrol - Utilize more foot and bicycle patrol
  
  
• Facilities Fuel Usage - Continue reduction in gasoline usage, and determine a target to be met for a percentage reduction in future gasoline usage.
  

Future Consideration/Implementation

• Teleconferencing - Consider teleconferencing versus attending workshops/seminars, etc.
  

• Current Energy Usage - Determine how current bills will be paid:
  
  
  • Look to the State for relief
    
    
  • Employ institutional strategies to defer costs
    
    
  • Possibly reduce department budgets commensurately to offset the $400,000 shortfall we expect – allows the cost to be distributed over the entire University
    

• Department Input - Campus Planning & Facilities will undertake the following efforts to address conservation measures on a constant basis:
  
  
  • Targeted cost avoidance savings of 10-15% on an annual basis
    
    
  • Continued research of energy trends, conservation ideas, etc.
    
    
  • Continued discussions with UWG’s major suppliers to get usage projections
    
    
  • Develop Quarterly Report to be presented to PAC and posted on CP&F website
    
    
• Individual Input - The Campus Planning & Facilities website will include a message board for the submission of questions/ideas on energy conservation on campus.  This arena provides Faculty/students/staff the opportunity to give continued input.
  
  

• the adoption of the federal government’s standards for building temperature set-points
  
  
• the review of all Summer and Weekend building operation schedules
  
  
• an education program addressing conservation campus-wide