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Going Green and Saving Money – Environmental Stewardship and the AME Church
White House: Greening America’s Congregations Through Energy Efficiency - A Call To ActionSeptember 13th, 2012
1Foundation
Bishop
Vashti MurphyMcKenzie,Host Bishop “We want to help our congregations and
communities save energy and generate dollar savings that can be used to extend their work,” said Bishop McKenzie, whose 13th Episcopal District includes Tennessee and Kentucky. “Some of our churches are very large and consume a great deal of energy, so there is the potential for significant savings,” she said.
“AME churches come in all sizes and states of repair, with some dating back more than 100 years, so there is great potential for savings from becoming more energy efficient,” said Bishop Richardson, whose Second Episcopal District includes Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia and North Carolina. “We will explore how to go about recovering costs. We want to be on the cutting edge and still contribute savings to the environment.”
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About Us
Non-partisan: Board Members include Donna Brazile and former Rep. J.C. Watts (R)
Only DC think tank with sole focus on African Americans and other communities of color. 30+ staff.
In-house polling, research and convening in DC and key states with leaders across the country
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Convener of National Policy Alliance -Black Leaders in Government Nationwide
CAROLYN GREENCEO,
EnerGreen Capital
BEN JEALOUSExecutive Director,
NAACP
DR. GEORGES BENJAMINPresident,
APHA
CALVIN BUTLERVice President,
Exelon
PHAEDRA ELLISPresident,
Green For All
LESLIE FIELDSProgram Director
Sierra Club
DR. WARREN WASHINGTON
Scientist, NCAR (& others!)
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Commission to Engage African Americans on Energy, Climate Change and the Environment - Multi Sector Blue Ribbon Commission
Case Studies: Assessment Results Empty refrigerators , or very
old Old “energy hog” light bulbs Windows with holes
In short – Paying for energy that is providing NO value 5
Energy Efficiency Case Study
Two AME districts
Surveyed 16 churches
Selected 3 churches
Case Studies: What Was Done?
Low and no-cost retrofits: Exit Signs, Door Sweeps ENERGY STAR Light bulbs REFRIGERATOR OPERATIONS TIPS – unplug if you are not using, especially for large
items like refrigerators
If moderate or higher cost retrofits were done, would include:
Refitting or replacing HVAC systems, purchasing efficient appliances, etc
Fancy Stuff (solar panels, etc)
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Pilgrim AME Church Washington, DC
Potential Savings: Pilgrim AME (Annual)
25 50 75 100
26%
42%
58%
84%
38%43%
58%
84%
EPA Energy STAR Performance Rating
Energy and GHG
$
If Post-Retrofit EPA ENERGY STAR Rating increases to: 25 50 75 100
Potential Energy Bill SAVINGS $9,322 $10,975 $17,240 $27,598
Percent Savings 26% 42% 58% 84%
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Today
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Potential Electricity, Natural Gas, and Fuel Oil If ALL AME Churches Made Changes
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2003 Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS), houses of worship with 500 seats or fewer
Average US Church
Total AME Community
(4100 US Churches)
Average Annual Energy Bill
$7,192 $28.1 million
10% Savings $719 $2.8 million
20% Savings $1,438 $5.6 million
30% Savings $2,158 $8.4 million
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Lessons and Solving ChallengesEven small investments
yield significant rewards!
Solving Challenges Priorities: “Do you know what your Districts monthly energy bill is?” Busy schedules, finding the time – involve youth and members!
Benefits Increased money to devote to your ministries -How long does it take
in church to collect $1000 in donations? Better environmental stewardship Education for members A positive example for community Understanding importance of public policies that invest in energy
efficiency – good for the church, community, country.
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Thank You!
White House: Greening America’s Congregations Through Energy Efficiency - A Call To Action
September 13th, 201210
Foundation
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Why Energy Efficiency is Important
http://ase.org/resources/energy-efficiency-americas-greatest-energy-resource
Energy Efficiency: America’s Greatest Energy ResourceSources of U.S. Energy in 2009
Quadrillion BTUs
52
35
23
19
8
4
3
1
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Pastor Christopher’s “Lightbulb Moment”!
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Case Studies: Assessment Results
Energy star scores out of 100 (graded on a curve)
Pilgrim AME: 8St. John AME: 38
Bethlehem AME: 10
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Case Study: 3 Churches
Pilgrim AME Church
Bethlehem AME Church
St. John AME Church
350
100
550
Seating Capacity
Pilgrim AME Church
Bethlehem AME Church
St. John AME Church
8.5
12
60
Hours of Operation
15
Combined District 2 & 13 Surveyed
St. John AME Church
St. John AME Church (2)
Allen Chapel AME Church
2nd Episcopal AME
Bethlehem AME Church
60
14
15
57
4
3
15
12
8.5
60
24
28
12
33
42
Hours of Opera-tion
St. John AME Church
St. John AME Church (2)
Allen Chapel AME Church
2nd Episcopal AME
Bethlehem AME Church
550
160
100
325
250
60
0
2400
350
60
140
375
100
125
700
Seating Capac-ity
St. John AME Church
Barnes Temple AME Church
Wayman Chapel AME Church
Allen Chapel AME Church
Pilgrim AME Church
Christ our Redeemer
AME
Bethlehem AME Church
Turner Memorial AME Church
9000
3808
1800
12000
4373
1400
0
22125
11000
12000
2000
2975
40000
Square Footage
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