Austin Public Schools Receives Energy Star Recognition
Lori Volz (right), Director of Finance & Operations, and Mary Weikum, Director of Nutritional Services
Austin Public Schools has balanced its need for new kitchen equipment with its commitment to energy efficiency by purchasing ENERGY STARŪ qualified food service equipment for kitchens at Austin High School, Southgate Elementary, Banfield Elementary, and Neveln Elementary. Each year, this new energy- efficient food service equipment is expected to save the district around 32,000 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity, 400 therms of natural gas, and 340,000 gallons of water. The new equipment will reduce the district’s utility bills by more than $3,500 per year and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. To support the district’s investment in energy-efficient kitchen equipment, Austin Utilities provided a cash incentive of $4,675. Bishop Energy Engineering has been a partner with Austin Public Schools since 2005. Check out their story on the energy star website:
http://www.energystar.gov/ia/products/commercial_food_service/Austin_Public_School_CS.pdf
