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Texas Emission Reduction Plan
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Implement all cost-effective energy-efficiency measures to reduce
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Adopt a goal to reduce electric consumption by 5% a year for 6
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Report progress to the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) on
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To see which counties in Texas are affected,
click
here.
Energy-Efficiency Measures2
Energy-efficiency measures are any facility modifications or changes in
operations that reduce energy consumption. Such measures include:
Installation of insulation and high-efficiency windows and doors;
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Replacement of HVAC systems, lighting fixtures and electrical systems with more energy-efficient models;
Installation of automatic energy control systems;
Installation of energy recovery systems or renewable energy generation equipment;
Building comissioning Development of energy efficient procurement specifications Employee awareness campaigns
Sources of Assistance
Visit these sites for SB 5 assistance information and more general information:
State: State Energy Conservation Office
State: Texas Energy Partnership
Local: Metropolitan Partnership for Energy
Other Energy Reduction Programs
Buying Green Power
Department of Energy Program that lists sources of renewable energy products by state. Get more information at http://www.eere.energy.gov/greenpower/buying/buying_power.shtml?state=TX
ENERGY STAR®
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Government agencies spend more than $10 billion a year on energy to provide public services and meet constituent needs — while grappling with tightening budgets. Yet nearly one-third of the energy used to run typical government buildings goes to waste. EPA provides local and state governments, as well as federal agencies, a proven energy management strategy and no-cost tools to save energy and money and demonstrate their environmental leadership
If you would like more information about the ENERGY STAR program:
Visit their website;
Call their toll free hotline at 888-STAR-YES; or
Email them using their online form.
REFERENCES
1. "Green Buildings Introduction," Smart Communities Network. http://www.sustainable.doe.gov/buildings/gbintro.shtml
2. "How to comply with Texas Senate Bill 5," State Energy Conservation Office. (Brochure)
3. "ENERGY STAR for Government" http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=government.bus_government
For more information about the Texas Emission Reduction Plan, contact:
Peter Bella, AACOG Natural Resources Director
8700 Tesoro Drive, Suite 700
San Antonio, TX 78217
Phone: (210) 362-5249
Fax: (210) 225-5937
E-Mail: pbella@aacog.com
AACOG's Mission:
To enhance the lives of all residents of the Alamo Region by working in mutual respect and partnership with all levels of government, the business sector, and the community at large to meet regional challenges and to create regional strengths.
Last updated on October 09, 2008
