New Maine General Building Will Cut Utility Bills in Half

Maine General Medical Center’s new facility in Augusta will reduce utility charges by half through its energy-efficient design, according to a Morning Sentinel report.  

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The new Alfond Center for Health has received a gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program, and features efficient climate control systems, a tight building envelope, low-water-flow technology, LED outside lighting and high-efficiency light fixtures throughout, according to the report.

Per-square-foot utility costs are expected to be $3.27, half that of the main campuses’ costs of $7.80, according to the report.

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