Pioneering Pathways to Sustainability

PWCS Energy & Sustainability

Summer ShutdownSummertime Shutdowns have a big impact on lowering the Division’s utility costs.

Did you know that turning off technology, unplugging small appliances, and turning off lights can help the Division saveapproximately $1.5 million in utilitycosts this summer?

Before you leave for summer break, please prepare your area for the Energy Management Program Shutdown.

CHECKLISTTurn off technology*.

Clean out and unplug small appliances that can be unplugged without damage.

Where possible, unplug electronics.

Where possible, set individual thermostats to 85 degrees, AUTO, and “Cool”.

Close and lock windows, leave blinds open and all the way up.

Last out? Turn lights off.

*Leave computers on for IT system maintenance.

CAUTIONCaution and common sense should be

used where potential facility damage

could result from implementation

of these conservation procedures.

Remember that some items need to

be left on to ensure security, proper

start-up, or to avoid memory loss;

this list does not supersede any

procedures that are in place to ensure

proper functionality of equipment or

facilities within the school. If you have

any questions about these procedures,

please contact us.

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