American Universities becoming Energy Efficient

Universities Consume Energy Like Mini-Cities Colleges and universities are actually office buildings, restaurants, retail shops, multi-family dwellings, sports facilities, entertainment complexes, and schools rolled into one. Today, these mini-cities face severe budgetary challenges as they strive to operate, update, and replace aging, inefficient buildings. Enrollment is rising along with energy costs and student demand for energy-intensive amenities like air conditioning, high-speed Internet connections, and voice mail. The Good News? Many universities are realizing they can …

…e University money, with the savings funding energy efficiency equipment and programs. This campaign will have many benefits, such as increasing environmental education on campus and enhancing MTU's environmental credibility. 3. Adopt an official University energy policy The ESC encourages the University to adopt an official energy policy to encourage more efficient practices among students, faculty, and staff. Leadership from the administration sends a far stronger message to the University community than any ESC recommendations.