LUM Solar Energy Initiative – 4th Year Savings
So Far $19,559 Saved | $5,059 Saved in 2022
The LUM Solar Energy Initiative was switched on four years ago. The amount of energy generated daily has been substantial. In addition to the environmental benefits of going solar, the savings to LUM has been close to $5,000 per year. These savings include a reduction in energy needed as well as revenue from trading Solar Renewable Energy Credits.
To date, the LUM Office building has generated…
- $19,559 worth of electricity, the equivalent of…
- 133 megawatts of solar energy
- 205,408.1 pounds of carbon dioxide were NOT emitted, the equivalent of…
- 2,767 trees being planted
In 2022, the LUM Office building generated…
- $5,059 worth of electricity, the equivalent of…
- 31.1 megawatts of solar energy
- 51,715 pounds of carbon dioxide were NOT emitted, the equivalent of…
- 599 trees being planted
The money saved ($19,558.62) has been reinvested in LUM programs & services in support of local families, children and individuals experiencing homelessness. LUM plans on expanding this solar energy initiative in the future. Stay tuned.