Energy Guidelines

The teacher/staff member is responsible for implementing the guidelines during the time that he/she is present in the classroom/office.

The custodian is responsible for the control of common areas; halls, restrooms, cafeteria, etc.

The principal/site administrator is responsible for the total energy usage of his/her site.

The energy manager maintains accurate utility records of each site and performs routine audits of all facilities and communicates the audit results to the appropriate personnel.

  • The teacher should make sure that lights are off when leaving the classroom.
  • Gym, Cafeteria, and Auditorium Lights should be off unless occupied.
  • Thermostat cooling set points should not be set lower than 74 degrees.
  • Thermostats for heating set points are 68 degrees. 


All classroom computers and peripheral equipment should be off/sleep when not in use.

Unoccupied Building - Any building in which the majority of the population (students) is NOT present.

Occupied Building - Any building in which the majority of the population is present.