Lewis Receives ComEd Smart Ideas Project Grant
Published: July 11, 2012.
海角社区 has received a rebate in the amount of $83,400 through the ComEd Smart Ideas for Your Business Program because of 海角社区抯 upgrade to the Power House, which involved installing energy-efficient new chillers and a cooling tower to provide cooling for the entire main campus.
According to Brother James Gaffney, FSC, President, 揟he project demonstrates major efficiency and advances the University抯 sustainability practices. This 揝mart Idea� not only provided $83,400 toward the cost of the project, but it will launch a more efficient cooling system that will benefit both Lewis and the environment through the years.�
Brother James also noted that this summer抯 record heat has tested the system. 揥hen the work was completed in the Spring, none of us expected that the systems would be tested to such maximum effect as they have lately. The heat and stormy weather has been a considerable physical challenge this year.�
High praise was extended to Robert DeRose, Vice President for Finance and Facilities, and Don Castello, Director of Facilities, for their creative initiative and effective effort in securing the grant from ComEd. Brother James also thanked all others who were involved in the construction and renovations for completing this 揝mart Idea� project in time for a record-breaking summer.
