6/23/2026 - FCPS School Board Forum

The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) School Board Forum held on June 23, 2026, focused primarily on exploring the use of Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) as a strategy to address the district's significant infrastructure backlog, estimated at $400 million annually and growing. Board member Mr. Dunn presented the forum topic, highlighting the potential for ESCOs to finance and manage infrastructure upgrades such as HVAC systems without upfront costs, with repayments made through the energy savings generated. The superintendent and staff expressed support for investigating the Virginia Energy Plan and its 19 service providers to assess applicability and benefits for FCPS. The board discussed the financial implications, contract structures, and past experiences with similar programs, emphasizing the need for a detailed report on previous, current, and potential future use of ESPC programs. The meeting concluded with a unanimous consensus directing the superintendent to provide a comprehensive report on this matter to the school board.