The Watts for Wildcats project aims to address energy inefficiency in Springdale schools. The group will thermally record conditions in 3 elementary schools and present innovative energy conservation ideas to the school board. They will use technologies like Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, a Flir i7 thermal imaging camera, and GIS/GPS mapping to analyze school buildings and document their findings. So far they have investigated home and business efficiency strategies and interviewed a school administrator. Their presentation will explain energy efficiency benefits like cost savings, comfort, and environmental protection.

1. A Springdale School Energy Project Watts for Wildcats Alexis Arenas Alissa Miller Evan Payne Jake Herrington Kristen Grisham Luke Burton

2. Project Problem We are addressing energy inefficiency in the Springdale School buildings.

3. Project Goals Thermally record the condition of at least three elementary schools in the area Present innovative ideas to conserve energy to the school board Help families to save money while helping the planet

4. Project Deadlines

6. Community Partners Michele Halsell Managing Director University of Arkansas Roy Stanley President Emeritus Lindsey Management Co. Brandon Bryant Service Master Heat and Water Restoration

7. Technologies

8. Final Cut Pro Final Cut Pro to produce a documentary about energy efficiency.

9. Photoshop Photoshop to visually enhance pictures.

10. Flir i7 We are using a Flir i7 to take pictures to thermally record condition of a select few elementary schools and show their energy efficiency.

11. GIS/GPS GIS and GPS technology to map the locations of the thermal imaging. We also plan to implement these pictures into GoogleEarth.

12. Accomplishments

13. So far we have… Investigated ways to be more energy efficient for homes and businesses Conducted an interview with a elementary school administrator.

14. Energy Efficiency for Schools

15. What is Energy Efficiency? Energy efficiency is doing more with the same amount of energy or less energy. Energy efficiency saves money and makes buildings more comfortable, healthy, and safe.

16. Benefits of Energy Efficiency Reduces consumption Increases comfort & safety Reduces pollution Makes our economy stronger Increases our energy security

18. A typical school district with 3,000 students spends $400,000 on energy per year.

20. Small effort, Large Impact Insulation! Lighting! Architecture! Attitude!

21. Energy Pyramid of Conservation Can’t support the top without a solid bottom!

22. READING THE BILL

23. 1. Refer to the Bill! The bill will often provide a key or guide. Don’t be scared to refer to it.

24. 2. Look at the readings! Most bills will have a previous cost and a current cost. Compare the numbers!

25. 3. Read the details Look over all aspects of the bill. Look for hidden fees, extra charges!! Announcements are often advertised on the bill.

26. 4. Pick up the phone! Don’t be scared to pick up the phone and call the company. Ask for assistance on reading your energy bill if needed

27. 5.Stay informed! Keep up with your balances Don’t get behind on payments Do some research to find out more ways to decipher your bill!

28. Heating Watch your chimney! Check the thermostat! (one degree less can save you 5% in one year) Don’t block heaters with furniture or other objects

29. Lighting Clean the bulb! (get the light you are paying for!) Wash full loads of laundry (can save you 15% of the energy your appliance uses) Regulate the refrigerator ! Unplug electronics you are not using ( chargers, lamps, hairdryers)

30. Thank you for your time If you have any other questions feel free to ask, or email us at: wattsforwildcats@harbereast.com