Energy Efficiency in the AOC

An Opportunity to Save Money, Energy, and the Planet

Jeff Bohrer, M.S., P.E. Energy Efficiency Project Manager For The Archdiocese of Cincinnati

Energy Efficiency

DefinitionAchieving the same or better performance from lights, appliances, and heating and cooling systems while using less energy and money

Why Energy Efficiency?FinancialMechanicalImage/MarketingEnvironmental/Social Justice

One very important reason: Sanctuary lighting

What Have Others in the AOC Done?

St. Martin of ToursLED Lighting UpgradesOpen House: Thursday, June 26 from 1-3pm

BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE- 24, 400 W Metal Halide

AFTER-24, 170 W LED

Rebates

Currently, utilities offer rebates for completing energy efficient programs

PrescriptiveCustom

Usually they amount to somewhere around 10% of project costs.Contractor should apply for these for you.DPL is currently offering 150% rebates for lighting. (150% rebates for motors and HVAC later this year)Future of all rebates in Ohio is uncertain.

SB 310

Funding and Contract

AOC requires 100% of funds to be available for any project.

Capital campaign exceptionUnfortunately, getting a loan whose payments are less than energy $ savings is not allowed.

Exception: Getting a lease instead of a loanThis is how Carroll High School made their project happen

Please contact our office to help set up contract for energy efficiency projects

Becoming More Energy EfficientComplete Energy Audit

ProfessionalIn-house or AOC property management. Look at:

Lighting and controlsHVACSealing gapsInsulation levelsWater usagePlug loads

Search for contractorsTurn keyTrade specific

Contract project using Standard Contract/Contact AOCSecure available rebatesComplete project and enjoy the savings

Contact Us

Energy efficiency and renewable energy are my passion, and I am thrilled to talk with you about opportunities.Please feel free to contact me about anything energy efficiency/renewable energy related at:

Jeff Bohrer, M.S., P.E.Directorjbohrer@catholiccincinnati.org 1436 Needmore RoadDayton, OH 45414Phone: 513-421-3131 ext. 6602