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In an effort to conserve energy and reduce heating and cooling costs, the Washington Centerville Public Library plans has installed tinting on selected windows at Woodbourne Library, 6060 Far Hills Avenue. “Studies show that window tinting can reduce energy costs by as much as 40 percent. That’s good news for the library, as we look for ways to trim costs wherever possible to make up for shortfalls in state funding,” says Library Director, Kim Paras.
The tinting project was funded out of building funds at a cost 41 percent less than a bid received in 2006 – when the library first considered the idea.
“Thanks to a more competitive quote and a rebate offer from Dayton Power and Light, we were able to complete this project for approximately $5,000. We expect to recoup those costs, in energy savings, in 5-7 years,” says Facilities Administrator Dave Birch.
In addition to reducing energy usage, and therefore costs, window tinting blocks out almost 99 percent of UV rays. Blocking these rays protects not only carpet, furnishings and books from fading, but protects the skin of library employees and users.
This is just one of several energy conserving steps taken by the library in recent years. Other initiatives like night setback on thermostats, installation of T8 light bulbs, and touch-free faucets all conserve electricity, water and natural gas.
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