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Board approves OE3 climate/operations monitoring report after presentations on composting and efficiency projects
Summary
District staff reported efficiency upgrades, HVAC replacements, and a districtwide composting program that staff say led to a 23% decrease in landfill tonnage; the board approved the OE3 monitoring report by voice vote.
Jeff, a district operations presenter, told the board that capital upgrades — including HVAC replacements, roof insulation increases, LED lighting, and solar arrays — have contributed to measurable reductions in energy use at multiple buildings and supported the district climate commitment. He cited examples: Lonthold Elementary saw an 11% drop in electrical use and a 24% drop in natural gas use; NorthStar reported about 2% lower electrical use and 7% lower gas use after targeted projects.
Jeff said district composting efforts have been particularly effective. "We have seen a…
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