Before Earth Month ends, we’d like to highlight the sustainability efforts in our most expensive Bond-funded project to date, our new and improved comprehensive Montbello High School. Reimagine Montbello is well underway, thanks to a $139.5 million dollar investment out of our 2020 bond. The construction has an expected end date in the Fall of 2024. Here are some sustainability highlights:
While Montbello is mostly heated by central boilers, DPS Sustainability contributed funds to upgrade 3 rooftop units to include heat pumps, supporting our electrification goals.
Building envelope commissioning to reduce heating and cooling losses.
Cool, reflective roof to reduce energy consumption.
Added conduit in parking lots to support future EV charging.
Dark Sky site lighting to reduce light pollution.
Daylighting analysis to support natural light in classrooms.
Limited turf areas and using native plants and seed mixes.
Outdoor seating areas and garden area.
Extensive bike racks.