Regulation 5130 – Energy Conservation Measures

The conservation measures outlined below should be emphasized at the beginning of each
heating season. School principals should advise students and staff of the conservation measures
that are being implemented. The cooperation of all concerned will be necessary to make this
conservation program successful. Continued emphasis on the need to conserve energy is
necessary.

During the Heating Season

1. Thermostats and individual heating units should be maintained at a comfortable temperature during the day.
2. Thermostats and individual heating units should be adjusted for the nighttime hours in an
   effort to save electrical costs.
3. Pay particular attention to door and window closures to reduce heat costs.
4. The maintenance staff will coordinate with school principals on efficient boiler use to
   insure minimum boiler operations.
5. The maintenance staff will assess outside air intake systems and adjust where needed to
   reduce heat loss.

During the Cooling Season

1. Thermostats and individual cooling units should be maintained at a comfortable temperature during the day. Thermostats and individual cooling units should be adjusted for the nighttime hours in an effort to save electrical costs.

Other

1. Reduce interior hall lighting by 50 percent at all times. Insure that classroom lights are out when not in use. Night custodial staff will use minimum lighting necessary to accomplish tasks.
2. If a special hardship is sustained by an activity, the building principal may make an exception to this regulation.
3. Drivers of public school vehicles are reminded of the State Air Pollution Control Board
   regulation which prohibits the running of vehicle engines for more than three minutes
   when the vehicle is parked, except when the engine provides auxiliary service other than
   for heating or air conditioning. Fuel economy is enhanced by eliminating unnecessary
   engine idling when idle time exceeds one minute.