Energy Efficiency
According to , energy efficiency means using less energy to get the same job done which concurrently helps users cut their energy bills, save money and reduce pollution. Many places and products waste or use energy inefficiently; however, utilizing good energy efficiency practices is one of the easiest ways to reduce this waste and one of the most cost-effective ways to combat climate change.
Energy efficiency projects and items across campus:
- LED Light bulbs replacements
- Sensor Faucets in all new construction
- Classroom/Restroom/Breakroom Lights on timers/sensors
- Energy Efficient Windows in all new buildings
- Auto Computer power management - sleep mode
- Upgrade to LED lighting in the Faculty Parking lot
- 2010 Various Facility Improvement Measures at over 23 campus facilities (i.e. lighting upgrades, chilled water optimization, energy management and control systems, mechanical upgrades, and water conservation)
- 2012 Solar lighting on Convocation Lots (X & W) parking canopies
- 2012 Energy Efficient Laboratory Improvements at Norman C Francis Science Annex
- 2015 Solar Art Donation
- 2014 Automation controls all Buildings
- 2019 Building Automation Control Services
- 2019 Demand Flow Smart Services for Central Plant Operation Efficiency
- 2021 HVAC Coil cleaning, most university air handler units
- 2021 Light retrofits for the Library Resource Center
- 2021 Tennis Courts light bulb retrofits
- 2022 University Center Ballroom light retrofits and replacements
- Tennis Court Lighting Retrofit
- Library Resource Center Lighting Retrofit
Library Resource Center Lighting Retrofit
Tennis Court Lighting Retrofit
