Energy and Climate Resilience
⚡ Energy & Climate Resilience
By 2029, DeKalb Schools will continue to reduce energy consumption and associated greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency improvements, renewable energy strategies, and the transition to cleaner transportation technologies.
Supports DCSD Strategic Goals
Goal 4 – Culture and Climate
Goal 6 – Organizational Excellence
Relevant Sustainable Development Goals
SDG 07 – Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13 – Climate Action
Priority Areas
Climate Resiliency Planning
District Energy Facilities Assessments
Energy Conservation Programs
Key Actions
Climate Resiliency Planning
- Develop a Climate Action Plan for all schools and facilities.
District Energy Facilities Assessments
- Comprehensive building and inventory audits and assessments, and commissioning programs to drive efficiencies to reduce energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Energy efficient lighting and HVAC systems in schools and stadiums.
- Scope 2 Emissions Reductions.
- Feasibility studies to determine appropriate solar installations.
Energy Conservation Programs
- Electric & Low-Emission Buses.
- Temperature setbacks during building shutdowns to reduce energy usage and associated Scope 2 emissions.
- Campaigns that promote energy conservation and reduce emissions through actions such as turning off lights, unplugging devices, encouraging walking, biking, and other low-emission transportation options.
- Convert lighting from standard to energy efficient sensors and timers.
Progress & Tracking
LED lighting and HVAC upgrades in facilities
Energy conservation campaigns (lights off, unplug, temperature controls)
Electric bus rollout in progress
Ongoing energy management facility practices