The YMCA Gateway Region Discovers Better Power Quality
Three YMCA facilities in the Gateway Region of Southwest Illinois installed the Tune Electrical Filter to improve power quality, reduce electrical harmonics, and lower energy costs.
Following installation, performance was measured using weather-normalized analysis (HDD/CDD methodology) to ensure accurate, apples-to-apples comparisons. Results demonstrated consistent and measurable reductions in electricity consumption across all three locations, validating Tune as a scalable energy solution for multi-site organizations.
Rapid Results
- 5% to 18.9% reduction in electricity usage per billing period
- Consistent performance across independent facilities
- Verified savings using normalized energy modeling
These results demonstrate repeatable energy savings across varying facility types, load profiles, and seasonal conditions.
YMCA Evaluation of Tune
- Reduces power consumption
- Improves facility performance
- Protects sensitive equipment
- Reduces maintenance burden
- No ongoing service requirements
- Scalable across multiple facilities
Beyond kWh Savings
In addition to reducing electricity consumption, the Tune Electrical Filter delivered operational and infrastructure benefits:
- Improved power quality across facility HVAC, fitness equipment, pools, and lighting
- Reduced harmonic stress on critical electrical systems
- Lower peak demand
- Sustainable — Reduced carbon footprint
- No operational disruption during installation
- Passive technology with no required maintenance
- 10-year warranty
Scaling the Impact
The YMCA operates approximately 2,500 locations nationwide. Based on validated performance, modeling shows significant enterprise-wide potential:
These projections are based on an estimated $150,000 annual electricity spend per facility and the validated installation results found in this study.
Strategic Opportunity
The Gateway Region installations confirm that Tune delivers measurable, repeatable results in community facility environments.
Based on these outcomes, the next logic steps includes:
- Expanding installations to additional YMCA locations
- Developing a YMCA regional rollout strategy
- Building a scalable national YMCA deployment model
- Supporting YMCA sustainability and cost-reduction initiatives
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