Underneath a new LED fixture are (L-R) Tim Kennedy and Karl Hansen, of the Grand Marais Public Utilities Commission (PUC), Jan Smith, PUC Administrative Specialist, Tom Nelson, maintenance supervisor for Cook County Schools, and Adam Nelson, Cook County Middle School and High School principal.
By installing advanced LEDs and lighting controls in the new and improved Industrial Arts Shop, Cook County Schools demonstrated a commitment to environmental stewardship and ongoing sustainability. For their efforts, the Grand Marais Public Utilities Commission (PUC) provided them with a $3,697 rebate.
“It’s nice to see the school district lead by example,” Maintenance Supervisor Tom Nelson said. “Our school’s leadership deserves credit for understanding the value of using rebate dollars to further improve the district’s efficiency efforts.”
In addition to the environmental benefits, the project is anticipated to save the school nearly $1,300 annually. They aren’t stopping there. Efforts are already under way to utilize LEDs in other parts of the building including all exterior lighting applications. Moreover, Grand Marais Public Utilities has offered to collaborate with the district to help them quantify energy impacts and determine rebates. Through its power provider, Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (SMMPA), the PUC is able to offer the services of Energy Service Specialist Keith Butcher.
“Grand Marais Public Utilities remains committed to working with our customers to help them save money and use energy wisely,” said Grand Marais City Administrator Mike Roth. “We are always looking for ways to help our community by providing a wide range of rebates to help people address their electric energy costs.”
More information on Grand Marais Public Utilities’ rebate programs can be found at www.SaveEnergyInGrandMarais.com.
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