TEN Logo

University of Pittsburgh

$1.3M Annual Savings Through Campus-Wide Energy Efficiency

TEN was selected as the exclusive energy efficiency project developer for the University of Pittsburgh, designing and managing the delivery of more than 24 energy efficiency measures across 15+ campus buildings. The project improved air quality, system performance, and long-term energy savings while supporting the University’s maintenance staff through ESCO training programs.

The University of Pittsburgh

Services Performed

  • Lighting Upgrades

    • Installed high-efficiency LED lighting throughout campus, including the Peterson Events Center
  • Water Heating & Domestic Hot Water Systems

    • Upgraded domestic hot water systems
  • HVAC & Mechanical System Improvements

    • Implemented laboratory demand control ventilation systems to optimize air quality and energy performance
    • Replaced chiller plants and installed new chiller water distribution valves
    • Added variable frequency drives to mechanical systems for improved control and efficiency
  • Building Automation & Controls

    • Conducted comprehensive retro-commissioning of building systems
  • Operations & Maintenance Support

    • Delivered dedicated ESCO training programs for University maintenance staff to support ongoing system performance
  • Project Size

    $126379M
  • Annual Savings

    $126379M
TEN
Headquarters
1501 Reedsdale Street
Suite 401
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Harrisburg
800 North 3rd Street
Suite 203
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Philadelphia
600 Germantown Pike
Suite 400
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Bethesda
3 Bethesda Metro Center
Suite 700
Bethesda, MD 20814

© 2026 TEN. All rights reserved.