The entire process was seamless and efficient. Zenergi carefully assessed our lighting needs, delivering a solution that exceeded expectations in energy efficiency, lighting quality, and aesthetics, enhancing our learning environment and reducing our carbon footprint. The tender management process presented us with the best options in terms of cost, quality and reliability, particularly when compared with Local Authority endorsed suppliers.”
Kirsten Beaven
School Business Leader
Vaughan Primary School
That’s why the school partnered with Zenergi to explore energy-saving opportunities and create a strategy of measures.
Vaughan Primary School took the first step by embedding a culture of sustainability throughout the school. A team of energy ambassadors was formed – staff and students alike – to champion energy-saving practices. By integrating energy monitoring into maths lessons, they created an engaging way to make sustainability part of daily life.
But with energy costs climbing and net zero goals becoming more pressing, Vaughan Primary School knew it wasn’t enough. The school wanted to uncover additional savings through an Energy Audit.
Zenergi’s Energy Audit provided a clear roadmap for improving energy efficiency. It identified opportunities to decarbonise the heating system and recommended a range of initiatives to tackle energy waste. For every recommendation, the report included projected costs, savings, carbon reduction, and return on investment.
The report showed Vaughan Primary School that even simple, low-cost changes could yield big benefits. By implementing the suggested initiatives, the school could save more than £3,000 annually, covering the cost of the audit itself.
One of the most impactful findings of the audit was what LED lighting across the school could offer. By upgrading its lighting, the school is set to save £2,950 annually.
Zenergi handled everything – from designing the solution to managing the tender process and overseeing installation. This ensured the school got the best value for its investment while moving the project forward quickly and smoothly.
Now, Vaughan Primary School enjoys brighter, more engaging classrooms that enhance the learning experience, all while saving on its energy bills. And these savings are just the start, with long-term benefits like reduced maintenance costs adding even more value over time.
Annual saving from LED lighting
Vaughan Primary School’s experience proves that even small changes can make a big impact. By starting with low-cost behavioural initiatives and following up with strategic investments like LED lighting, the school has reduced its operational costs and also created a brighter, more sustainable environment for learning.
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