This work connects our care for creation to the everyday choices we make on campus. The audit was, in a small way, a stewardship examination of conscience.

The students volunteered without incentives; the mission itself pulled them in. Several stayed late to help Facilities re-label breaker panels.

We are sharing our audit methodology with USLS Bacolod and DLSU-D so they can adapt it. The Sustainability Office is documenting the toolkit for the district.

What Went Well

Student engagement, over 240 volunteered for the audit teams, well above forecast. The occupancy sensors delivered measurable savings within two weeks.

Challenges

Getting real-time energy meter data required coordination with three departments. The initial baseline week had incomplete readings from Floor 4.

Recommendations

Bring Facilities into the planning phase from day one. Book meter access before the campaign starts, not during.

Suggestions for District

A shared district template for baseline energy audits would save every school two weeks of setup. Consider offering training-of-trainers for Sustainability Officers.

Continuing next campaign?

Yes

Planned Activity

Extend the audit to Andrew Building and St. La Salle Hall in the next campaign month, then publish a district-wide toolkit.