Energy Efficiency Upgrades to Save Over $9.3 Million for Selma City Schools
Includes new energy management control systems, weatherization upgrades, HVAC system upgrades
SELMA, Ala. — Selma City Schools has partnered with Energy Systems Group (ESG), an energy services provider, to develop and implement comprehensive energy and infrastructure improvements to improve the learning environment and reduce costs. The $5.9 million project is anticipated to result in more than $9.3 million of total energy and operational savings over the 20-year term of the contract.
ESG will implement comprehensive energy conservation measures and building improvements including interior and exterior lighting upgrades, new energy management control systems in all buildings, occupancy sensors, water conservation upgrades, weatherization upgrades in all buildings, destratification fans in four gyms, and HVAC system upgrades at Hudson Middle School, Meadowview Elementary School, and Payne Elementary School. The HVAC upgrades include state-of-the-art variable refrigerant volume (VRV) systems which allow buildings to run at high efficiencies while providing comfort and flexible temperature controls.