A. Elimination Prioritized: Elimination of energy waste shall be prioritized.
B. Minimization Of Consumption: City departments shall minimize energy consumption by:
1. Purchasing only the appliances, equipment and other energy consuming devices that are deemed necessary for their operations;
2. Purchasing ENERGY STAR and/or other energy efficient products;
3. Selecting options that maximize energy efficiency and lifecycle savings for product groups where ENERGY STAR labels are not available; and
4. Using LED light bulbs whenever practicable.
C. Exterior Lighting: The International Dark-Sky Association and the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America's Model Lighting Ordinance shall be used as a guide whenever practicable when upgrading exterior lighting in order to provide effective and safe outdoor lighting while conserving energy.