Peter Pitseolak High School

Modernization of Building Automation Systems (BAS) is one of the most significant elements of the Atuttiarniq program. Not only will new and upgraded BAS allow for better control and monitoring of a building's heating, ventilation, lighting, and other energy-consuming systems, but each system will be remotely accessible for easy trouble-shooting and fast, effective response to changes in the building. Having a modern, standardized approach to Building Automation enables optimization of building systems through energy conservation strategies related to control schedules, temperature set points, and new HVAC system routines. These strategies are transparent to operators and effective for maintaining - or improving - space conditions in the buildings, all while saving energy and operating costs by turning off equipment when systems are not required.

Renewable solar energy systems help reduce a building’s demand on its primary heating and electrical systems. These systems generate electricity or thermal energy using the sun through solar energy-collecting technology installed on the roofs and walls of buildings. They allow each and every building to help meet some of its energy demand on site. The benefit to the building is also environmental, since these systems have a very low carbon footprint and are taking away demand from systems that run on oil.