Puyallup School District
Winter Break Energy Tips
Small actions. Big impact.
We appreciate your continued support in taking simple, everyday actions that help reduce energy use across our schools. Individual efforts add up, and your attention to these details strengthens our PowerED initiative and supports responsible stewardship of district resources.
- Unplug it. Disconnect electronics not in use, including computers, TVs, printers, and coffee makers.
- Turn it off. Switch off classroom and hallway lights in any unoccupied spaces.
- Clear the way. Ensure heating vents and registers remain free of obstructions.
- Close and turn. Close window blinds and tilt the blades so the underside faces inward.
- Take it home. Bring home items that require warmth, including plants or classroom animals.
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Clear the way
Make sure all your radiators, heating vents, and registers are unobstructed.
Turn it off
Turn off classroom and hallway lights in areas not occupied.
Unplug it!
Unplug electronics not in use such as computers, TVs, printers, coffee pots, etc.
Take it home
Take anything that requires warmth (plants, fish, etc.) home with you over break.
Close and turn
close curtains and blinds. Turn blind blades so that the underside is facing you.
PowerED has already generated meaningful savings, helping preserve resources that support classroom budgets. This work reflects a broader commitment to managing energy use, advancing sustainability, addressing infrastructure needs, and meeting the requirements of the Washington State Clean Buildings Performance Standard. Commercial buildings are the second-largest source of energy use and emissions in Washington, and all PSD schools fall within that category under state law.
Thank you for your role in moving this work forward through practical, cost-effective energy management.
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