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ComEd Programs Help Public Schools Reduce Both Energy Use and Carbon Footprint
Downers Grove District 58 identified opportunities to reduce electricity use by 34 percent CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- For Downers Grove Grade School District
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[{"type":"text","content":"\nDowners Grove District 58 identified opportunities to reduce electricity use by 34 percent \n\n\n CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nFor Downers Grove Grade School District 58, a recent assessment of 12 of its school facility buildings uncovered a plan that can reduce the district’s carbon footprint by cutting electricity use by 34 percent, while saving nearly $40,000 a year in energy costs.\n\n\nThe plan was the result of ComEd’s Public Schools Carbon-Free Assessment offering, which includes a free inspection of a building’s envelope and mechanical insulation to discover ways to save money on energy bills, phase out carbon emissions from the energy and transportation equipment, and create a healthier, more comfortable environment for students and staff.\n\n\n“Doing an assessment like this helps us focus on long-term strategic improvements, efficiencies, and sustainability, rather than constantly putting out daily fires,” said Kevin Barto, director of building and grounds for Downers Grove District 58. “We plan to work on almost all areas of the report to increase energy efficiencies, reduce our carbon footprint, and increase building occupant satisfaction; all while saving taxpayer dollars in the process.”\n\n\nShould district administrators choose to invest in solar energy panels to power its school facilities, it could save an additional $5.8 million over the lifetime of the investment, while potentially qualifying for nearly $8.6 million in state grants.\n\n\n“ComEd’s commitment to the communities we serve includes helping schools reduce carbon emissions, manage energy use and save money – freeing up resources for other school priorities,” said Erica Borggren, ComEd's vice president of customer solutions. “The more resources that can be provided to schools and classrooms, the better prepared our students can be to succeed and help lift up their communities.”\n\n\nThe assessment by Downers Grove District 58 is one of a number of programs ComEd makes available to help public schools reduce the carbon footprint of their facilities through rebates, incentives and services that can cut schools’ cut operating costs, reduce energy use and bills, and improve the learning environment. These efforts are part of ComEd 2030, which outlines ComEd's vision for how it will advance a low-carbon energy future that benefits all of its customers an...