To: Hopkinton
Selectmen
From: Trustees and Staff of the Hopkinton Town Library
Date: October 17,
2009
Re: Energy
Savings at the Library
The following is a
brief review of the energy saving measures that we have taken in the last
year in order to reduce costs at the Hopkinton Town Library. While we are
pleased with the progress that we have made (as evidenced on the summary
charts on the reverse of this page), we continue to work to reduce energy
consumption at the library. We will be happy to answer questions or to
provide detail on any of the charts provided.
Ø
We have adjusted the set points on our thermostat to keep the library
cooler in the winter and warmer in the summer. Significant savings have
been realized in fuel costs as outlined on the
chart.
Ø
We have installed energy efficient bulbs throughout the library and have
also been vigilant about turning off lights. We are using significantly
fewer Kilowatts as a result, as illustrated on the
chart.
Ø
Plastic vapor barrier has been installed in our attic space to prevent air
leakage.
Ø
Foam insulation pads are being installed in all outlets and switch plates,
areas that were revealed as “cold spots” in the building.
Ø
Thermal imaging and blower door tests have been conducted to provide
baseline data about energy needs.
Ø
An Energy Subcommittee has been established consisting of library staff
and community members that meet regularly to review progress and discuss
strategies.
Ø
We have contracted with Concord Energy Solutions to do extensive work
tightening faulty insulation in our attic space, an area that we know is
our major source of heat loss.
