Public Purpose Charge (SB 1149) Schools Program Tools & Resources
Schools Interactive Database
The Schools Interactive Database can be used by all
Schools Districts in Oregon but it is the official reporting tool for Public
Purpose Charge (SB 1149) Schools Program data. The database tracks energy usage data, identified or installed energy
projects and installed project costs.
To obtain a login to your School District’s
information, contact the Schools Team.
School
District’s Users Guide for
step-by-step procedures for data entry is coming soon!
Energy Use Reporting
School districts must enter monthly energy use data in the
Schools Interactive Database for their schools facilities by December 31 of each year, including energy use and cost information for all fuel sources and verify the square footage of the facility and the hours of operation.
Understanding Energy Use Data
Utility Bills
School districts will need to collect 12 months of utility bills for all electric meters, gas meters, and any other secondary heating fuel associated with each facility. Specific data may include:
- Electricity: total usage (kWh), demand use (kW), and total monthly charges
- Natural gas: total usage (therms) and total monthly charges
- Diesel / #5 Oil / Propane: total usage (gallons) and total monthly charges
Square Footage
A building's square footage is required to calculate the "Energy Use Index." The best method to access the square footage is to use design/construction drawings. School districts may also have fixed asset lists with square footage. Be sure to take into account any modifications or additions each year.
Hours of Operation
The hours of operation is the number of hours per year that the school building is being used. When calculating hours of operation, take into account:
- When the building is "turned on" or "off" - often before staff arrive and after staff leave.
- After-school programs, sports, communities meetings, weekend events, etc.
- Custodial or maintenance staff time.