Benjamin Elementary School
6006 Ireland Grove Road
Bloomington, IL 61705
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Benjamin Elementary school opened in August 2010 along with its twin (Cedar Ridge) as one of two new geothermal buildings in the district. Designed as a K-5 learning center, the school serves more than 680 students and encompasses more than 76,900 square feet of space.
Sharing technology already used at eight other schools, one-pipe geothermal was designed as the only heating and cooling source. Even in the first school year, the building averaged a $1.599 energy charge per square foot. Using the same principles for savings that were initially embraced by McLean County Unit District Five in 2005 through work with Energy Education, Inc., staff members were encouraged to work together toward saving energy.
The building utilizes an energy management system (EMS) to view and control individual location temperatures. This proves to be another key component in the goal of saving energy while continuing to provide student comfort. As one of more than 30 sites in the district, saving energy enables district funds to be spent in more productive ways to ultimately enhance student performance.
Communications:
Communication activities include monthly electronic newsletters sent to all employees, email reminders, meetings with school groups, weekly building audits, semi-annual meetings with building administrators, and annual Board of Education reviews to demonstrate the progress of the program.
ENERGY STAR certification is prominently displayed in each location achieving that honor. Together, the above measures help keep energy savings a top priority for each person in the district.
Testimonial:
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Please note: Narrative information in this profile has been provided by McLean County Unit School District #5 or a representative of this facility. Other building information was verified and submitted to EPA at the time of application. Building energy performance, operating characteristics, and ownership/management may be subject to change over time.
Building Owner:*
McLean County Unit School District #5
Property Manager:*
McLean County Unit School District #5
Year(s) Labeled (Rating):
2012 (75)
Facility Type: K-12 School
Total Floorspace: 76914 sf
Year Constructed: 2010
Contract Type: None
Technologies Used:
| Other Technologies/Strategies |
For More Info:
Bruce Boswell
Normal,
IL
61761
(309) 557-4112
boswelbm@unit5.org