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Fayetteville, Ark., saves $400,000 with energy management program
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2007
The Action Steps
In 2007, Fayetteville, Ark., implemented an energy management program that included extensive energy conservation measures. The City also installed programmable thermostats that cost $100 each. More recently, the City has begun conducting energy audits that include a menu of action items to improve energy efficiency.
The Savings
In the program’s first year, Fayetteville saved $400,000 in energy costs due to the emphasis on energy conservation. The $100 thermostats paid for themselves in the first month of use.
