City of Jasper energy efficiency project expects to reduce utility costs by 26%

An energy efficiency project launched by the City of Jasper, Alabama in 2015 is expected to reduce utility and operational costs by 26%, and saving the community $3.6 million over the next two decades.

Partnership between Jasper and Schneider Electric

That is what Jasper residents can expect according to a report released earlier this month about the city-wide energy efficiency project between the city and Schneider Electric. 

Over the past 8 years, renovations and upgrades were made to 16 sites within the city, including 13 buildings and 3 parks.

The result from the Jasper city-wide energy efficiency project

The city announced on their social media account the progress the project has made. 

Below are the numbers and a graphic detailing the impact of the program.

The  city has saved 3,046,750 kWh which is a 2,155 ton reduction in CO2 emissions. 

These energy savings are the equivalent of:

• Planting 2,536 acres of tree
• Removing 457 cars from the road for a year
• Providing energy to 258 homes for a year

In addition to the positive tangible  environmental impacts, the city announced it expects to reduce utility and operational costs by 26% over the next two decades thanks to energy efficiency measures. 

Has your city implemented energy efficiency measures over the years? Did they experience results like the City of Jasper? Let us know what they accomplished by tagging us on social media at @thebamabuzz .