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Through this chapter we take a comprehensive look at ways to increase energy efficiency throughout the Rochester Public Library. From simply using coffee mugs instead of paper cups to more complex suggestions of reflective roofing to curb cooling costs. We hope that these opportunities, suggestions, and plans of action can serve the community even beyond the library. See the possibilities of reducing costs and helping the environment through each section outlined here. Start taking action by getting to know your setting and discovering your own opportunities.
Water & Plumbing
Check out the Worksheet section to get started right away on an action plan for your operation.
Heating & Cooling
Electronics Kitchen & Food Service Materials & Resources
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Alternative Commuting & Transportation Reuse & Recycling
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS Air leaks are the main reasons of cooling and heating system inefficiency. Sealing and insulating the “envelope” or “shell” of the building can save up to 20% of heating and cooling costs according to Energy Star.
THINGS TO CHECK: Insulation type Roof reflection Sealing of windows sealing of doors
POSSIBLE AIR LEAKS: ROCHESTER LIBRARY Air Leaking Into Library Air Leaking Out of Library
WHAT YOU CAN DO! KEY
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Hire a skilled constructor to seal and insulate the building:
Calculate the annual savings of installing a reflective roof www.roofcalc.com/
Seal air leaks throughout the building to stop drafts: windows, doors, and holes hidden in attics, basements, and crawl spaces. Sealing these leaks with caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping
Insulation Guide: www.ornl.gov/sci/roofs+walls/facts/Insulation%20Fact%20 Sheet%202008.pdf
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Add insulation to block heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer. Common types of insulation — fiberglass (in both batt and blown forms), cellulose, rigid foam board, and spray foam. long-term
US Department of Energy: Sustainable Building Basics www1.eere.energy.gov/femp/program/sustainable_basics. html For libraries in hot and sunny areas, radiant barriers and reflective insulation products are recommended.
Choose insulated doors and windows when replacing
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Heat gained through the roof is another reason for energy loss of a cooling system. A reflective roof product can reflect more of the sun’s rays. This can lower roof surface temperature by up to 100°F, decreasing the amount of heat transferred into a building.
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY HEATING & COOLING OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS
Rochester Public Library is housed in a building thatROChesteR PubLiC LibRaRy buiLding (1995) is shared with the Rochester Police & Village offices. The two sections are joined by a shared community $1,500 ROChesteR PubLiC LibRaRy buiLding (1995) room, for which the library and village/police equally divide the electric bill. Our team was fortunate to be given access to the electric bills for each section start tracking $1,000 monthly energy of the building. These documents showed a great bills discrepancy between the costs for heating and cooling the library and village/police areas 6,166 of the sq. ft. 2,172 sq. ft. 6,166 sq. ft. building which are basically the same size (approx. $500 6,166 sq. ft. 6,166 sq. ft.). Furthermore, the bills showed that the 2,172 sq. ft. 6,166 sq. ft. community room, the smallest area (2,172 sq. ft.), has the highest electric bill.
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Upon reviewing the d further investigated p place. There are five roof above the comm and consulting guide there is a need for ab areas, the communit overage of 17.5 T. B a large energy saving
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start tracking your monthly energy bills (look for seasonal spikes)
Energy Star www.energystar.gov
install a programmable thermostat
See appendix for more information on RPL’s HVAC units.
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check with an HVAC expert to make sure your units are appropriately sized and know when it’s time to replace older units medium-term
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make sure ducts are sealed medium-term
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check for proper attic ventilation medium-term
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install meters to track energy use
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use alternative energy sources if possible
check attic for proper insulation
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY LIGHTING OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS
turn off outdoor lights during the daytime
use natural light inside & out when possible
look for areas that could benefit from task lighting
reading lamps on tables can be turned off when not in use
be aware of energy use in areas of low traffic
install motion sensors in rest rooms, kitchen, and storage areas
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use motion sensor switches in areas with low traffic storage room, restroom, kitchen, etc. long-term
Energy Star www.energystar.gov American Council on an Energy Efficient Ecomomy www.aceee.org
use task lighting (i.e. table lamps in reading areas) medium-term
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reduce existing artificial light where possible*
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*See appendix for more detailed ceiling plan.
apply window film to filter light and aid cooling in strategic areas eliminate or turn off decorative ceiling fans medium-term
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use natural light where available medium-term
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replace incandescent bulbs with CFL bulbs medium-term
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during winter months, open south facing blinds during the day to allow natural heating, close blinds at night to conserve heat medium-term
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY WATER & PLUMBING OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS
Conventional faucets
Touchless, electronic control
Standerd toilets use a 5 to 7 gallons per flush
Low flow/ dual flush toilets use about 1.6 gallons
6.5 gallons per flush
1.6 gallons per flush
WHAT YOU CAN DO! KEY
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choose electronic controls for plumbing fixtures medium-term
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Water efficiency programs www1.eere.energy.gov/femp/program/waterefficiency.html
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use reclaimed water, rainwater harvesting, or gray water re-use
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Energy Star qualified equipment: www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=heat_pump. display_products_pdf
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consider on-site wastewater treatment systems
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choose low-flow/dual flush toilets short-term
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use faucet aerators short-term
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consider low irrigation landscaping medium-term
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choose Energy Star qualified water heaters or on-demand water heater when replacing old equipment
COMPARISON OF WATER HEATERS Energy Savings vs. Standards
Best Climates
Expected Savings over Equipment Lifetime
High Efficiency Storage (Oil,Gas,Elec.)
10% - 20%
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Up to $500
8 - 10 Years
Lowest first cost
Demand (tankless) Use Gas, Elec.
45% - 60%
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Unlimited supply of hot water
Heat Pump
65% (compared to electronic)
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Most efficient electric fuel option
Type
Expected Lifetime
Major Advantages
Data from United States Environmental Protection Agency (www.scribd.com/doc/8728782/Energy-Star-Water-Heaters)
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS
when printing multiples, use duplex mode know the operations of your copy machine & energy saving modes
crt monitors use more energy than lcd monitors
eliminate rest room paper waste and save money
use sleep mode
upgrade to lcd monitors institute daily power up & off routine
use a high efficiency hand dryer
WHAT YOU CAN DO! KEY
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implement daily power up/off computers medium-term
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TURN OFF
MORE INFORMATION Calculate your savings by switching from paper towels to an Excel Dryer www.exceldryer.com/calculator.php
• all the computers when the library is closed at night, • monitor of office computers if it is not in use for more than 20 minutes • both the CPU and monitor if they are not in use for more than 2 hours KEY
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copier/printer copy/print only what you need use duplex mode (print on both sides) use sleep mode medium-term
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use high efficiency hand dryers medium-term
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unplug items that use energy while not in use cell phone chargers, small kitchen appliances, radios, etc. medium-term
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY KITCHEN & FOOD SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS
paper cup waste
paper plates waste
Since children’s programs are the main events that using the kitchen, tableware is causing a big waste and energy consumption. Reusable and recyclable plastic tableware are strongly recommended rather than throw-away tableware.
use reusable cups
use reusable bowls and plates
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choose energy star qualified dishwasher
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use reusable tableware
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MORE INFORMATION High Efficiency Dishwashers: ww.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=find_a_product. showProductGroup&pgw_code=DW
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use sink for hand washing of small load tableware instead of running water medium-term
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replace old refrigerator with Energy Star qualified refrigerator long-term
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If you still have a fridge from the 1980s, replace it with an ENERGY STAR qualified model and save over $100 each year on your utility bills. Replace a fridge from the 1970s and save nearly $200 each year. http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=find_a_ product.showProductGroup&pgw_code=RF
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY MATERIALS & RESOURCES OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS
look for Energy Star rated appliances
are you using energy efficient appliances? check for the Forest Stewardshio Council seal on paper products what type of paper products do you use?
can this plastic be used again?
use products that have multiple uses, can be re-used or recycled
where did this shipment come from?
100% RECYCLABLE
purchase locally when possible
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evaluate products & suppliers you currently use medium-term
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implement a sustainable purchasing policy that includes: long-term
Reusable products Items that are recyclable or compostable Products that reduce waste Local suppliers
MORE INFORMATION Environmental Protection Agency Guide to Purchasing www.epa.gov/epp National Resources Defense Council Purchasing Policy Guide www.nrdc.org/enterprise/greeningadvisor/gpp-purch_policy.asp Energy Star www.energystar.gov Forest Stewardship Council www.fsc.org
Products that are made with renewable energy Products that reduce the use of chemicals that are hazardous to the environment and employee and public health Products that contain the highest possible percentage of post-consumer recycled content Products that reduce air and water pollution Products that serve several functions (e.g., copier/printers, multipurpose cleaners) and reduce the overall number of products purchased Suppliers who strive to improve their environmental performance and provide environmentally preferable products, and who can document the supply-chain impacts of their effort
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY ALTERNATIVE COMMUTING & TRANSPORTATION OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS
encourage more bicyling currently low bike usage
walk when you can not much pedestrian activity
if you drive, carpool consider alternate transportation
WHAT YOU CAN DO! KEY
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encourage alternative transportation: staff patrons medium-term
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MORE INFORMATION EcoDriving USA http://www.ecodrivingusa.com See ideas for bike programming on page....
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carpool, bicycle or use public transportation medium-term
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utilize “eco-driving� drive the speed limit accelerate & decelerate slower remove excess weight from vehicle reduce idling time & miles traveled keep tires properly inflated medium-term
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increase phone, video, and web conferencing to decrease business travel medium-term
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY REUSE & RECYCLING OPPORTUNITIES for CHANGE
SUGGESTIONS The employees of Rochester Public Library are doing a good job in reuse and recycle. They reuse the scrap paper for small note of books; reuse tape for other books and places; set the recycle bins for paper and plastic bottles. KEY
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The same reuse and recycle ways are also recommended for patrons. And it is more important to set a recycle bin beside the all-in-one copier. medium-term
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Another way to promote patrons to reuse and recycle is holding programs, such as craft programs to turn old books and magazines to useful household items.
recycling bin for employees
add recycling bins for patrons Recycle Paper
WHAT YOU CAN DO!
MORE INFORMATION Recycling resources:
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BOOK RECYCLING www.book-destruction.com
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BATTERY RECYCLING www.batteryrecycling.com CD RECYCLING www.cdrecyclingforfree.com Paper
Old Periodicals
Old Books
Batteries
LAMP RECYCLING www.lamprecycle.org
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Fluorescent Lights
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Fabrics
Wood from Circulation Desk
Bike Rack
Organize staff and patron programs to reuse the waste (See Chapter * Programs) medium-term
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