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This document summarizes the first public meeting held on October 20, 2009, to discuss Salem's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy (EECS) developed under the Renewable Energy Task Force. Awarded $174,000 from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG), Salem aims to identify projects and gather community input through multiple workgroup meetings. Upcoming public meetings will further refine the draft strategy before submission to the US Department of Energy, aligning with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and the need for sustainable energy solutions.
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Salem Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy 1st Public Meeting October 20, 2009 Salem Renewable Energy Task Force
EECS Project Overview • Salem awarded $174,000 EECBG in September to develop EECS/fund projects • EECS Workgroup: City, School, RETF, MAPC • 4 Workgroup meetings • October 20 public meeting: ID projects/input/ strategy • December 8 Public meeting: draft EECS Strategy • Submit final EECS to US Dept. of Energy
Overview American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 $ Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy (EECS)
EECS Must Include… Energy Savings Measurable Goals
EECS Must Include… Implementation Activities
EECS Must Include… State and Local Coordination
EECS Must Include… Sustainable Benefits
Questions? Sam Cleaves, MAPC scleaves@mapc.org 617-451-2770 x2013
Proposed Draft Projects • Traffic Light retrofit to LED • Salem Schools lighting retrofits: High School Gym (done) and Exit Signs at Bentley, Collins, and Saltonstall Schools • Solar panels at parking garages