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Lamar University Reaches $20M Energy Savings
Lamar University has reached a $20 million energy savings milestone as a result of its energy efficiency project with energy and sustainability expert, Schneider Electric.
University of North Alabama Finds Innovative Solution to Modernize Facilities
University of North Alabama's $17 million capital recovery and reinvestment project will reduce campus energy costs by 20 percent by 2020.
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Texas A&M International University Receives $181,000 for Energy Conservation
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2:01Scurry-Rosser ISD Scores Sustainable Turf Field with Energy Savings
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Etowah County Commission Funds $16 Million Modernization Project
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St. Joseph Launches Facilities Modernization Project
The city of St. Joseph is investing in innovative energy initiatives for strategic facility and infrastructure upgrades that will create over $200,000 in savings in the first year.
2:54How Lakeland High School’s Broken Boiler Created Millions in Savings
Administrators at Lakeland Union High School needed to replace a single boiler system, but they realized the value in launching a larger energy savings project with Schneider Electric.
Merkel ISD Launches Energy Efficiency Project to Transform District
Merkle ISD announces upgrades to address safety concerns, deferred maintenance needs and classroom environment improvements, to be achieved through an energy savings performance contract.
Energy Efficiency Project Brings $50K Rebate for Clyde CISD
The Texas school district has earned a $50K rebate for modernized lighting work that improves control and efficiency and increases comfort and safety across the district.
Inaugural Girls in STEAM Conference Inspires Students to Dream Big
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