Energy Performance Contract

The Energy Performance Contract has resulted in the following savings. The bulk of the savings (75%) are seen in the following 5 areas:

1. Lighting and Lighting Controls (27%)

• About 49,000 lights have been changed out. The original 4-lamp (130 Watts) fluorescent fixtures have been replaced by 2-lamp (50 watts) energy efficient fixtures.
• The new fixtures have already resulted in an annual saving of $664,700.

2. Water Conservation Projects (21%)

• 1815 new low flush toilets
• 211 Urinals
• 2571 Flow Restrictors
• 100 Shower Heads
• The savings from these changes are $509,760 per year.

3. EMS (Energy Management strategies) (15%)

• Elimination of third shift in Engineering & Facilities Department
• Automatic shut off for electricity
• Set up and set back for HVAC Systems (especially in non-clinical areas)
• These strategies have resulted in an annual savings of $342,826

4. Fume Hood Upgrades (12%)

• 96 fume hoods have been replaced by a newer model that is safer and operates more efficiently than the older ones. The new hoods have four sliding doors that move side to side instead of the vertical sash: 50% less air is used.
• The new hoods have an automatic buffer to shut off the air when not in use and provide better protection for the researchers.
• The new hoods reflect an annual saving of $288,523

5. Steam System Improvements (7%)

• 90 Steam Traps have been replaced or installed. This has resulted in less wasted steam, i.e. reduced energy use.
• Annual savings are estimated at $157,800