Energy bills are the second highest operating cost for our school district behind salaries. Austin ISD is committed to providing optimal learning environments for students while pursuing opportunities to reduce energy and water use, operating costs, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Energy & Water Savings Strategies:
| ⚡️ Reduce utility consumption | 📝 Engage our students and teachers in energy & water conservation | ☀️ Provide renewable energy |
|---|---|---|
| Implement the Energy Leadership Guidelines. | Increase awareness & encourage energy conservation every day at schools | See our Solar & Renewable Energy initiatives |
| Achieve sustainable design certifications | Provide school utility data to teachers and students for enriched learning and school-based projects | |
| Achieve Energy Star certification for schools | ||
| Install energy and water-efficient equipment | ||
| Implement preventative maintenance and water and energy saving projects |
Resources
- Request class presentations and activities from Austin Energy
AISD Energy Conservation Guidelines and Classroom Poster
US Energy Information Administration Energy Kids - Energy Literacy Framework
- Watt Watchers of Texas
- Energy Information Administration Energy Kids
- Energy Star
- Texas Water Development Board
- NASA Water Conservation Lesson
Contact Reynaldo Torres, AISD Energy & Water Manager, (reynaldo.h.torres@austinisd.org) directly to request utility information, student engagement resources, or staff training.
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