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AGENDA Wednesday, May 21, 2014
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Elk River City Hall
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. CONSIDER AGENDA
3. REVIEW PURPOSE
4. 2014 GOALS
4.1 Identify tasks to complete this year
5. ENERGY CITY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
6. ENERGY CITY TOOLKIT REVIEW
7. OTHER
8. NEXT MEETING AGENDA ITEMS (June 18, 2014)
9. ADJOURNMENT
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City of Memorandum
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T.: Energy Design Subcommittee members
From: Kristin Mroz, Environmental Technician
Date: May21, 2014
Subject: Energy Design Subcommittee Supplemental Information
3. REVIEW PURPOSE
The current purpose of the Energy Design subcommittee is: To work with
new and existing businesses and residents of Elk River to help educate and
provide audits, construction evaluations, business retention visits, etc. on
energy conservation initiatives and opportunities.
Review any changes that need to be made to the subcommittee's purpose.
4. 2014 GOALS
4.1 Identify tasks to complete this year
Create a list of tasks that the Energy Design Subcommittee can complete this year.
5. ENERGY CITY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Provide any nomination for EC Business of the Year.Determine qualifications for award.
6. ENERGY CITY TOOLKIT REVIEW
Provide any feedback on the updated Energy City Toolkit brochure.
13065 Orono Parkway
Elk River,MN 55330
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Energy City Toolkit
Education Demonstration Sites Programs
Energy City:
In 1996,the Minnesota Environmental Initiative(MEI)chose Elk River to be the"Energy City" a geographical focal point for the
demonstration of efficient and renewable energy products,services,and technologies.
Energy City is made up of concerned residents,businesses,energy related industries,and governmental entities united in the belief
that the production and consumption of energy can be sustainable while keeping in mind future demands.
Energy City works with businesses and residents interested in demonstrating energy efficient and economically feasible projects in
the Elk River area.Energy City is governed by the City of Elk River's Energy City Commission,which is made up of various local
government representatives,energy and waste-related business representatives,and education representatives.The Commission's
mission is to be a resource to promote and educate the public about energy efficiency and renewable technologies.
Education:
The Energy City Commission acknowledges the importance for community education.Energy City staff offer tours of demonstration
sites,speaking engagements,and conduct informational campaigns for residents,students,businesses,and organizations.Energy
City has welcomed guests from all around the world and continues to offer numerous events throughout the year.
Energy City welcomes all groups and individuals that are interested in learning more about energy efficiency and sustainable
lifestyles that make economic sense for homeowners and business owners!
Demonstration Sites:
Energy City's demonstration sites bring innovation,excitement and coast saving to the community.Tours of every site are available
by calling 763-635-1000.Demonstration sites include:
RDF-to-Electric Power Plant
Great River Energy's Energy Recovery Station went online in 1951 and is still providing electricity power to Minnesota homes.It has
a diverse history having been powered by coal,nuclear,oil,tires,and now by refuse derived fuel(RDF),which is processed municipal
waste! It burns 1200 tons of RDF daily to provide electricity for 25,000 homes.
Twin Lakes Elementary School
Completed in 2007,Twin Lakes Elementary school was the first school in Minnesota to achieve Gold Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design(LEED)certification.LEED is a national standard for developing high-performance,sustainable buildings.
Annual energy costs at the school are 50%less than the average for a school of comparable size.
Landfill Gas-to-Electric Power Plant
Using methane created by decomposing waste at the Elk River Landfill,enough energy is generated to supply the energy needs for
about 2,400 homes in the City of Elk River.The plant contains four 800-kilowatt engine-generators which generate approximately
26.7 million kilowatt-hours per year.
More:
Elk River Library—LEED Certified
Environmental Learning Center
Haubenschild Farm—Bio-digester
Wind Turbine
Public Safety Building—Geothermal System
City of Elk River Diesel Fuel Power Plant
Programs
Energy City is well connected to the community and uses innovative methods to provide support to residents and local,businesses.
Below is a list of the programs that Energy City provides.
Businesses
Education Series—The Energy City Education Series strives to limit businesses'impact on the environment and save them money by
teaching about energy efficient opportunities.The city of Elk River hosts these FREE events with guest presentations from
professionals in the environmental field and business owners around the Elk River area.It's a great way for businesses to learn about
local resources and how they can reduce their energy consumption.For more information on our next event visit the City of Elk
River's website and click on Energy City or call 763-635-1000
Energy City High Five Program—The Energy City High Fives serve as an award program for local businesses who want to boost
efficiency,save money,and help the planet in the process.Businesses chose form over 35 actions spread across seven different
categories.The categories are Waste Management,Electricity Conservation&Lighting,HVAC systems,Water Conservation,
Employee Initiatives,Purchasing,and Miscellaneous.Businesses earn points by implementing actions in these categories.The points
then convert to awards and notoriety!This program was launched in June of 2011 with the goal of rewarding businesses for enacting
sustainable choices while,at the same time,making it as easy as possible for them to make those decisions by offering information
and assistance.Call 763-635-1000 for more information.
Residents
Project Conserve—Project Conserve is a FREE outreach and education program designed to teach participants simple ways to
conserve our natural resources.Participants save money on their heating,electrical and water bills,reduce waste,save on
transportation,and live a more sustainable lifestyle.Project Conserver is a one-of-a-kind program available to residents living in or
near Elk River.
Project Conserve Resource Reduction Goals:
• Reduce electricity consumption by 20%
m Reduce home heating fuel use by 10%
• Reduce transportation fuel by 25%
• Reduce water use by 25%
• Reduce waste being landfilled by 25%
To help participants achieve these goals,the program offers free or inexpensive home energy audits,information focused on the
different areas of conservation,useful resources to help implement conservation practices,a monthly newsletter,and expert advice
in response to any questions on conservation.In order to monitor progress,the program also tracks utility usage for up to five years.
13065 Orono Parkway,Elk River,MN 55330
763-635-1000
Fx:763-635-1091
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