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Energy Efficiency for Local Governments

Energy Efficiency for Local Governments. Association of Indiana Counties Annual Conference September 25, 2012. What do we mean by “energy efficiency”?. Using less energy to perform the same amount of work Conservation: Turning lights off when you leave a room

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Energy Efficiency for Local Governments

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  1. Energy Efficiency for Local Governments Association of Indiana Counties Annual Conference September 25, 2012

  2. What do we mean by “energy efficiency”? • Using less energy to perform the same amount of work • Conservation: Turning lights off when you leave a room • Efficiency: Using Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

  3. Why promote energy efficiency? Saves money • For hard-pressed governments by reducing operating costs • For residents by reducing gas and electric bills

  4. Why promote energy efficiency? Helps businesses • Reduce operating costs • More dollars spent locally

  5. Why promote energy efficiency? Creates jobs • In energy efficiency industry • For other businesses through increased consumer spending • Creates more jobs per $1 invested than average

  6. Why promote energy efficiency?

  7. Why promote energy efficiency? Makes for more self-reliant county • Reduces dependence on outside energy and fuel sources

  8. Why promote energy efficiency? Increases social equity • Lower income families benefit most from energy savings • Skilled jobs without high educational achievement required

  9. Local Government Options Lead by example • Better government buildings • Net zero library in Chrisney, Spencer County • Green your fleet • Encourage flex-hours and working from home

  10. Green Your Infrastructure Roads • LED traffic lights • Roundabouts Water system • Convert biogas to electricity • Reduce water usage

  11. Promote efficiency in private sector • Lower cost/faster permitting for green buildings and landscaping • Enforce better building codes

  12. Work with partners Community organizations • Education and outreach • Assist low-income residents Utilities • Building code compliance • School programs State lawmakers

  13. Resources American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy: www.aceee.org Institute for Local Self-Reliance: www.ilsr.org Environmental Protection Agency:www.energystar.gov

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