Section 1770 - Energy Savings Pilot Program

5MRSA Section 1770 requires that the state reduce its energy consumption by 25% by 2010. It must be noted that as the department replaces old office or program space with renovated space or new construction it is generally being air-conditioned for the first time. The Cross Building is an example. While the building is vastly more energy efficient than it was before the renovation, it is consuming more electricity.

The Bureau of General Services has qualified three energy service companies to develop and carry out energy efficiency improvements on State buildings. Combined Energies is currently developing a proposal for the Greenlaw Building on the East Campus. This project will assist in evaluating the effectiveness of this delivery system.

The PUC has approved a $725,000 project through its electricity conservation program to make energy efficiency improvements to the DHS Building on State Street in Augusta . An additional $775,000 is available for state buildings pending the identification of additional projects.

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