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Energy Conservation Outreach Program

Empowering Energy Efficiency: Sharing Insights at the Early Head Start San Antonio Parent Teacher Conference- March 16, 2023

The Early Head Start San Antonio Parent Teacher Conference, invited our Energy staff, Mr. Joseph Salas, WAP Energy Auditor, and Ms. Maile Iakopo, SEP Reporting Specialist, to discuss energy conservation and programs under the Energy Division. Mr. Joseph Salas, provided invaluable insights into the offerings of the Weatherization Assistance Program, along with outlining the necessary documentation for participation. Ms. Maile Iakopo, shared valuable tips and strategies in her session on energy conservation at home and in the classrooms.

Achievements

Various retrofits at CHC

    • T-12s to T-8s
    • Motion sensors at restrooms
    • Exit lamps to LED
    • Energy Star tinting

Roof Insulation at various gov’t facilities

American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009

    • CNMI State Energy Program (SEP) awarded $18.6M
    • Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Program (CEEBG) awarded $9.6M
    • Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) award $796K

ARRA – SEP ($18M)

    • Parking light replacement
    • Solar powered pedestrian flashers
    • a/c retrofits
    • Energy Start window tinting
    • CUC retrofits
    • Renewable energy for PSS

Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant – ARRA

    • $9.6M ARRA – Energy Award
    • To develop and implement strategic projects to improve energy efficiency & reduce energy use

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

    • $796K in ARRA
    • For low-income families

Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant – ARRA

    • $9.6M ARRA – Energy Award
    • To develop and implement strategic projects to improve energy efficiency & reduce energy use
    • Funding opportunity will be announced soon.

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

    • $796K in ARRA
    • For low-income families
    • Funding opportunity will be announced once program training and planning are completed