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Who we are:

The LCPS Energy & Environment Team includes all students, staff, parents and other community members who make up the totality of individuals who utilize LCPS sites. 
 
Motto:
 
“Every dollar that pays an unnecessarily high energy bill could be spent for a much better purpose – teaching children.”
 
Mission:
 
The LCPS Energy & Environment Team will reduce the use of energy throughout the school system without impacting the educational environment while ensuring efficient and effective stewardship of public resources.
  
Program Administrators:
 
Michael Barancewicz - Energy Education Specialist
John Lord - Energy Education Specialist
 
Administrator Responsibilities:
 

· Develop energy savings habits within all levels of facility users.

· Implement energy saving programs and practices.

· Evaluate and utilize the most effective energy providers and rates.

· Review and authenticate energy usage and billing.

· Facilitate timely processing of all utility bills.

· Research and recommend energy efficient methods and materials.

· Generate an attitude and culture of energy savings.

· Represent LCPS interests in committees and organizations.

· Provide data and counsel regarding energy usage and cost.

· Observe and report areas for energy use reduction.

· Coordinate energy savings efforts with all departments within LCPS.

· Incorporate energy accounting software to maintain clear and accurate records.

· Develop and maintain professional and industry contacts.

· Seek program improvement through staff development.

· Implement ENERGY STAR program.

· Coordinate LCPS participation in regional energy & environmental programs.
 
School Board Policies:

6-41  High Performance Design and Construction for Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact

6-42  Energy and Water Management/Conservation
 
Partnerships:

Cost savings since program inception in 1993-1994 school year:
 
Over $49 Million
Last Modified on January 17, 2013