From Outdated to Efficient: Modernizing NMDOT District 6
MILAN, NM
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) engaged us to conduct an Investment-Grade Audit (IGA) on 14 buildings at the District 6 Complex in Milan, NM. The district faced several key challenges: outdated building systems that were inefficient and costly to maintain, high energy waste due to inefficient infrastructure, and underutilized space hindering overall performance. Additionally, NMDOT needed to address the aging infrastructure to ensure long-term operational efficiency while striving to meet sustainability goals, including reducing carbon emissions and energy consumption.
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REDUCTION IN ANNUAL UTILITY COSTS
31,804
TOTAL FIRST YEAR SAVINGS
350,106
ANNUAL CARBON EMISSIONS REDUCTION
ZERO
Recordable Accidents
Innovative Solutions
Through the implementation of energy-efficient systems and sustainability initiatives, NMDOT District 6 achieved substantial cost savings, reduced its carbon footprint, and positioned the complex for long-term operational success.
Upgraded lighting to energy-efficient LED fixtures.
Installed new HVAC systems/controls to improve energy efficiency and enhance comfort.
Added a solar photovoltaic carport to generate renewable energy.
Installed battery storage to complement existing emergency generators.
Introduced electric vehicle chargers to support sustainability goals.
Remediated air leaks in the building envelope to improve efficiency.
Upgraded domestic water fixtures to reduce consumption.
energy efficiency
sustainability
The solar carport and battery storage system support clean energy goals and reduce dependency on external power sources.
FACILITY MODERNIZATION
Upgraded to modern equipment ensures greater reliability reducing downtime and the need for costly repairs.
From the Client
“We really appreciate the ability to leverage both cost savings mechanisms as well as upgrading our buildings through these facility improvement measures. We are looking forward to improving performance, reducing energy consumption and making progress toward carbon reduction.”
- Angela Baca, NMDOT District 6 Administrator
