Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex
$1.3M Annual Savings Through Infrastructure Modernization
TEN was selected by the Pennsylvania Department of General Services to deliver an energy savings performance contract at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex. The 1893 National Historic Landmark spans 11 buildings and 1 million square feet. The project required precise coordination across secure, underground systems and resulted in a 14% reduction in energy costs while modernizing infrastructure and improving occupant comfort.
Services Performed
Lighting Upgrades
- Upgraded 20,000 fixtures to high-efficiency LED lighting
Chiller & Cooling Plant Improvements
- Optimized chiller plants with 3 new 1,200-ton chillers
- Optimized ongoing chiller maintenance and chilled water performance
- Replaced chilled water pump and variable frequency drive for peak performance
Pumping & Water System Optimization
- Modernized condenser water system with variable flow pumping
- Decentralized heating loop to improve system efficiency
Air Handling & Distribution Enhancements
- Upgraded 4 air-handling units with new H&W chilled water coils
Building Envelope & Thermal Efficiency
- Installed energy-saving window film in all buildings
- Added insulation to steam and chilled water piping
Commissioning & Operational Efficiency
- Retro-commissioned all buildings to optimize operations
Project Size
$126379MAnnual Savings Realized
$126379MkWh Energy Savings
126379MMlbs Steam Reduction
126379KGallons of Water Conserved
126379K
