Canyon Independent School District in Texas is considering a campus modernization plan that could curb utility waste and save millions of dollars over time, serving as a reminder that energy upgrades can help protect school budgets while also lowering resource use.
District leaders say a facilities modernization effort now under development could lower Canyon Independent School District’s utility bills by about $13 million over 20 years, according to NewsChannel 10.
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Among the planned upgrades are LED lighting, water-conservation measures, and new building automation systems across multiple campuses. Schneider Electric is expected to work with Canyon ISD on the efficiency effort, according to NewsChannel 10.
Officials described the proposal as unfinished and subject to final approval, NewsChannel 10 noted. The district’s estimated utility savings would be spread across a 20-year period if the project is approved…