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Re: Energy Savings in Schools from Behaviour Change Programs
2012-06-07 00:02:02 UTC
Thanks Ruben,
I think you're absolutely right to focus energy on those areas that will have the greatest impact. It is a common mistake to launch into a campaign that targets the wrong behaviour and the wrong people and ends up being ineffective.
Saul Cresswell
Research Officer
HotRock
Australia
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Re: Energy Savings in Schools from Behaviour Change Programs
2012-06-04 21:40:24 UTC
These are all fantastic comments and leads. I'll follow them up and see how I go. Ruben, I understand what you are saying and yet there seem to be energy savings possible of 30-50% through behaviour change alone. I don't think this is inconsistent with the energy break down for school buildings that you have given, however, as even heating and cooling needs can be influenced by behaviour (e.g. school heaters on while windows open). In my part of the world (south-west western Australia) 55% of school energy is spent on lighting! Then comes heating.
Ken and Jeni, I will email you for further communication - great leads!
Martin, yes I think harnessing competitiveness is a great way to go. Also, great point about focusing on administration areas over classrooms.
Thanks again for all the helpful responses.
Saul Cresswell
Research Officer
HotRock
Australia
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Energy Savings in Schools from Behaviour Change Programs
2012-06-01 05:11:56 UTC
Does anybody know of data or case studies that quantify the possible energy savings through behaviour change in schools? That information would be very valuable.
Thanks
Saul Cresswell
Research Officer
HotRock
Australia
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