Bullitt County Public Schools
Bullitt County Public Schools
Bullitt County Public School District (BCPS) located in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, serves over 13,000 students. The district's portfolio consists of 27 buildings spread across 2 million square feet of space, adding over 600,000 square feet in the past 10 years. In response to its growth, the district committed to upgrading HVAC equipment, lighting and DDC controls in its properties. To help in emissions reduction, the district is looking into funding for electric school bus purchases and onsite solar PV. As part of its Better Buildings Challenge commitment, Bullitt achieved an energy reduction of 20% from a 2013 baseline in 2018, eight years ahead of schedule. The district maintains a water goal of 20% and set a second energy efficiency goal of 35% by 2026 across its portfolio of buildings. As part of its Better Climate Challenge commitment, Bullitt has set a goal of 50% emissions reduction goal by 2027 using a 2017 baseline.
PORTFOLIO-WIDE LEADERSHIP COMMITMENTS
50% GHG reduction in 10 years
35% reduction in Energy Intensity
Bullitt County Public Schools IS PARTICIPATING IN THE FOLLOWING DOE PROGRAMS:
Better Climate Challenge | Better Buildings Challenge |
BCPS is committed to partnering with the US Department of Energy in the Better Buildings Challenge, striving to become more energy efficient and reduce energy usage and costs. The district continues to serve as a steward of the environment, safeguard taxpayer dollars and provide a better future for its students. The district is dedicated to the process of continuous improvement, always looking for better ways to maintain buildings and equipment, as well as exploring newer technologies to help improve the efficiency of its buildings.

Energy Goals |
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20%Reduction in Energy Intensity 20% Reduction in Portfolio Energy Intensity from a 2013 baseline by 2026. Based on a commitment of 2 million square feet.
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![]() | Water Goals |
20%Reduction in Water Intensity 20% Reduction in Portfolio Water Intensity from a 2013 baseline by 2026. Based on a commitment of 2 million square feet.
![]() | Progress |
12%Cumulative (vs. Baseline) | Energy Goals |
35%Reduction in Energy Intensity 35% Reduction in Portfolio Energy Intensity from a 2013 baseline by 2026. Based on a commitment of 2 million square feet.
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![]() | GHG Emissions Goals |
50%Reduction in GHG Emissions 50% reduction in GHG emissions from a 2017 baseline by 2027. Based on a commitment of 2,046,278 square feet.
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