Temple University
Campus Modernization Continuous Efficiency
Encompassing six campuses, including the 163-acre main campus in North Philadelphia, Temple University turned to TEN and its Continuous Efficiency approach for a multi-phase, three-year energy efficiency project that modernized its campuses, enhanced learning environments, and delivered high-impact energy savings within its more than $1.2 billion annual operating budget.
TEN provided project design, planning, construction, and commissioning expertise, and managed the project’s highly competitive vendor-neutral procurement process.
Phase 1
TEN’s project team delivered: • New continuous automated commissioning control systems • Energy-efficient lighting and insulation (12 buildings, two parking lots)
Phase 2
TEN’s project team delivered: • Upgraded HVAC systems, submetering, and optimization software. • Energy efficiency extensions: Variable speed drives, Lighting, Hot water supplemental heating system
Phase 3
TEN’s project team delivered: • Expanded campus-wide energy efficiency and sustainability upgrades. • Major systems modernization/upgrades
By the numbers
7,312 tons
CO2 reductions
20,300,000
kWh electricity
88,600
MMBtu fuel
$700,000+
Utility Rebates Received
$732K
Phase I projected annual energy savings
$475K
Phase II projected annual energy savings
$625K
Phase III projected annual energy savings