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BCPS energy team cites $7.3M in utility cost avoidance and expansion of compost and solar programs
Summary
BCPS staff reported energy-efficiency projects, two existing solar installations, a planned net-zero elementary school solar installation, and expansion of a student food-waste composting pilot into 18 schools. Presenters highlighted partnerships with county agencies and curriculum alignment.
Baltimore County Public Schools on Sept. 24 gave a progress report on energy and sustainability initiatives, including utility cost reductions through efficiency contracts, on-site solar generation and an expanding school composting program.
Frank Shannon, manager of energy and sustainability, said the district realized a measured utility cost avoidance of $7.3 million last year as a result of energy-performance contracts, building upgrades and controls work, and that the…
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