Camas Applies for Department of Commerce Grant
Energy Efficiency and Solar Grants
For higher education, local governments, state agencies and K-12 public school districts
Commerce received a $25,000,000 appropriation in the 2015-2017 state Capital budget to continue the Energy Efficiency and Solar Grants program. Our program focuses on funding the best energy efficiency and solar projects possible.
The Energy Efficiency and Solar Grants program stimulates Washington’s economy by creating jobs and reduces energy and water costs to the state’s public higher education institutions, local government facilities, state agencies, and K-12 public school districts. The program also promotes the use of Washington-manufactured solar products, including solar modules and inverters.
http://www.commerce.wa.gov/Programs/services/CapitalFacilities/Pages/
EnergyEfficiencyGrants.aspx
Energy Star Certified
All Camas Schools are members of the District’s Energy Star family and have earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) ENERGY STAR certification, which signifies that the building performs in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the EPA.
Level 3 Green Schools
Grass Valley Elementary: This school was certified at Level 3 in school grounds. The Green Team worked to breathe new life into neglected areas of the campus and organized weeding parties to help keep areas free of invasive species. It also planned a composting center for leaves, other vegetation and kitchen scraps.
Skyridge Middle School: This school was certified at Level 3 in Waste & Recycling, Transportation, and Healthy School Buildings. The Green Team began an educational campaign and replaced all of their antibacterial spray with an all-natural, environmentally responsible alternative. The Green Team also continues to maintain the changes that they have achieved in past certifications through the implementation of recycling programs, no-idling zones, and student-led efforts to lessen Skyridge’s environmental footprint. Thanks to their efforts, Skyridge is now a healthier, more sustainable place!
