1. Willis Independent School District Celebrates Earth Day 2015

2. Earth Day is an annual day intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's natural environment. Events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22 and is observed in 175 countries. What is Earth Day?

3. Environmental Benefits Since beginning the Cenergistic energy management program, Willis ISD has saved over: 13,690,556 kWh of Electricity, 128,931 therms of Natural Gas and 23,339 gallons of Water These savings equate to:  Preventing 8,255 Metric Tons of CO 2 from polluting our air,  Removing 1,720 automobiles for an entire year from our roads, and  Planting 211,670 tree seedlings every year for 10 years

4. Energy Savings To Date: $1,527,954 24.4% OCT. 2011 – FEB. 2015

5. ENERGY STAR ®  Committed to high standards in energy conservation  Demonstrates our good stewardship of our environment  Validation of our energy program at the national level

6. Teamwork Special thanks go to:  School Board for proactively implementing our program  Community for supporting our energy program  Maintenance Staff for executing changes in the HVAC systems  Custodians for working “energy smart” each night  Teachers for reducing energy waste in their classrooms  Administration, Principals and Staff for supporting efforts The success of the program depends on everyone!