APS' Energy Conservation Program
Summary of WECC
"All grand breakthroughs start with a simple notion."
District energy goals
The District's ambitious energy saving goals prioritize education
Energy conservation success
Through a spirit of cooperation, the Energy Team has realized energy conservation success
Energy Team
Data drives the Energy Team's work
New Energy Center
New Energy Center became operational in 2015-16
Utility submeters
Utility submeters installed in new buildings are identifying problems
Photovoltaic panels
Photovoltaic (PV) panels were installed at 10 sites
Energy Management Award
District Received AEE Region IV Institutional Energy Management Award
Better Buildings Challenge
APS recognized as a Better Buildings Challenge Partner and presented at the annual summit
Boiler pilot study
District systematically improved boiler efficiency by 11.3% per boiler
Internet-enabled controls
Internet-enabled controls were installed at select school sites
New solar design
New design standards for solar water heaters in new construction were adopted
Savings
Savings earned by holiday power-downs, summer school consolidation, and new temperature controls
PNM energy awards
PNM recognized (awards) APS in two energy savings categories in 2015
Building Tune-Up
PNM sponsored Building Tune-Up program launched at five locations
APS rebates
APS captured $188,201 in PNM rebates in 2015-16
Gas, electric, and water usage
Natural gas, electric, and water usage held steady with growth of facilities
Recycled 750 tons
Waste Management sponsored program saved 750 tons of recycled materials
City Center recycling
Alice and Bruce King Educational Complex (City Center) paper recycling programs
Facility Use program
Recovery costs and summer program consolidation
Water Saving Highlights
An overview of water saving successes, rebates, and goals.
Energy Conservation Education
"When students take direct action in their environment, the power of learning is truly demonstrated."