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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsFacility managers with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in four states have developed a set of "best utilities practices" to lower utility bills. In California the LDS Church has enrolled 238 chapels in demand response summer discount programs. When a demand response event is called there is automatic power shift that controls the A/C units so that only the fan is running. Through these programs the LDS Church has achieved a maximum peak savings of 6,700 kW, or 30% of peak load. This program earns the Church $750,000 in credits each summer. They are also working with SCE to upgrade lighting to efficient T-8 fixtures and save even more energy.