Houston Middle School Cuts Energy Costs by 30% with Smart HVAC Optimization

Houston Middle School Cuts Energy Costs by 30% with Smart HVAC Optimization

$34,000

452,000

location

Houston, TX

size

600 tons capacity

industry

K-12

the problem

Standard Sequences

A Houston-area middle school with 1,600 students and a substantial 600-ton HVAC plant, was experiencing significant energy waste. Their building automation system (BAS) was running on standard control sequences without optimization. The school needed a cost-effective solution that would reduce energy use while maintaining comfortable learning environments.

the solution

Smart Integration with Existing Systems

Facing rising energy costs and operating with fixed budgets, the campus needed an efficient solution that wouldn’t require replacing their existing infrastructure. By partnering with tekWorx, the school was able to implement a technology-forward approach without compromising their budget.

The school deployed Xpress®, a comprehensive K-12 energy optimization platform that seamlessly integrated with their existing infrastructure while introducing advanced monitoring capabilities for continuous improvement.

The Xpress® platform integration was remarkably straightforward, requiring minimal disruption to our daily operations. Within the first month, we could already see substantial energy reductions, and the two-year payback period exceeded our expectations for such a comprehensive solution.

Director of Facilities 

the results

30% Energy Reduction with 2-Year Payback

The implementation of the Xpress® optimization platform delivered immediate and measurable benefits:

  • $34,000 in annual energy cost savings (30% reduction)
  • 452,000 kWh saved annually
  • 0.31 reduction in annual kW/ton energy usage
  • 2-year payback period on the investment
  • Real-time energy consumption data for all equipment

Xpress® not only provided significant cost savings but also enhanced the school’s ability to monitor and control their energy usage with precision. Educational facilities can achieve significant cost savings without compromising comfort or operations by integrating smart technology with existing systems.

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