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Fayetteville, Ark., saves $400,000 with energy management program
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.
