Toward a Sustainable Campus

Outline A. Global Sustainability Movement in Higher Education B. Resources C. What can be done? D. “Toward a Sustainable Campus” Program

Sustainable Development "Humanity has the ability to make development sustainable--to ensure that it meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Source: Report on Our Common Future by The World Commission on Environment and Development Economics Social EquityEnvironment

Drivers for Sustainable Development Economics Indoor Environmental Quality Depletion of Non-Renewables Effect of Pollution Environmental Stewardship

Historical Energy Prices

Drivers for Sustainable Development Economics Indoor Environmental Quality Depletion of Non-Renewables Effect of Pollution Environmental Stewardship

Indoor Environmental Quality

Drivers for Sustainable Development Economics Indoor Environmental Quality Depletion of Non-Renewables Effect of Pollution Environmental Stewardship

Concern Over Supply

ASPO Crisis Point

Drivers for Sustainable Development Economics Indoor Environmental Quality Depletion of Non-Renewables Effect of Pollution Environmental Stewardship

Effect of Pollution

Increasing Use of Coal

Drivers for Sustainable Development Economics Indoor Environmental Quality Depletion of Non-Renewables Effect of Pollution Environmental Stewardship

Resources

Energy Management Everyone has a role Highest Utility Cost Optimization – Focus is on Reducing Waste Impact on Environment Impact on Indoor Environmental Quality

Challenges Limited Information No Visibility or Accountability for Energy Use Not Understanding the Urgency Perceived Insignificance of the Individual Conservation Myths Stereotypes Abstract Concept

What Can Be Done? Building & Land Development Transportation Water Use Energy Use Environmental Protection & Restoration Facility Operations Waste Management Indoor Environmental Quality Measuring & Monitoring

CORE model has 4 interdependent functions. Campus Sustainability Operations Research Community Education Core Model of Campus Sustainability

Sustainable Campus Today Energy Management Systems Retrofit Projects Planning & Design Education & Training Sustainable Campus Committee Service-Learning Program Curriculum University Research Student Government ESP Web Info Center

What Can You Do? Energy –Electrical Equipment –Lighting –Air-conditioning & Heating Water Recycling

Benefits – Electrical Energy Efficiency Reduces energy use and cost Improves quality and comfort of working environment Less maintenance required on electrical equipment Extended equipment life Less waste heat Positive impact on climate change issues & non- renewable energy sources

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters

Cost and energy use vs. computer hours 100 watts at 6 cents/kWh

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Life Affected?

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Save only 10% at best Can actually use 30 watts more! Use Energy Star settings

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Monitors measured at 105 to 115 degrees F

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Can use 10 – 20 watts just sitting there!

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Who’s in charge of the copier?

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Each one can use $10 - $18 per month!

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Each one can use $20 - $50 per year!

Electrical Equipment Energy Computers –Switching Off –Screen Savers –Waste Heat Printers Copiers Vending Machines Water Fountains Water Heaters Each one can use $50 - $150 per year!

Benefits – Efficient Lighting Reduces energy use and cost Improved quality Less maintenance required Fewer waste materials Positive impact on climate change issues

Efficient Lighting T-8 Fluorescent/ electronic Compact fluorescent bulbs Lighting Mythology! Day-lighting

Efficient Lighting T-8 Fluorescent/ electronic Compact fluorescent bulbs Lighting Mythology! Day-lighting 20-30% more efficient

Efficient Lighting T-8 Fluorescent/ electronic Compact fluorescent bulbs Lighting Mythology! Day-lighting

Material Cost Life (hrs) Power (w) Cost Savings CFL 12, $3.22 Incand 1, $0.24 $0.34 How much is saved? In 12,000 hours of use Energy Cost Life (hrs) Power (w) Cost Savings CFL 12, x $0.06/kWh $10.80 $32.40 Incand 12, x $0.06/kWh $43.20

Efficient Lighting T-8 Fluorescent/ electronic Compact fluorescent bulbs Lighting Mythology! Day-lighting

The myth of start-up energy is busted! Time Current 1/120 second

Efficient Lighting T-8 Fluorescent/ electronic Compact fluorescent bulbs Lighting Mythology! Day-lighting

Benefits – HVAC Efficiency Reduces energy use and cost Improved quality and comfort Less maintenance required Longer equipment life Scheduling and complex control strategies easily programmed Positive impact on climate & resource issues

Efficient HVAC Comfort Thermostats Indoor Air Quality

Efficient HVAC Comfort Thermostats Indoor Air Quality Combination of: Temperature Humidity Radiation Air movement Metabolism Clothing

Efficient HVAC Comfort Thermostats Indoor Air Quality Controls: Compressors Pumps Fan motors Dampers Heating Elements Valves

Efficient HVAC Comfort Thermostats Indoor Air Quality Issues: Outside ventilation CO2 buildup VOC’s Humidity/moisture Microbial growth

Benefits – Water Efficiency Reduced water and energy use Less maintenance Extended equipment life Utility rate increases avoided Positive impact on aquifer

Water Efficiency Efficient fixtures Water leaks Irrigation Landscaping Water Reuse

Water Efficiency Efficient fixtures Water leaks Irrigation Landscaping Water Reuse

Water Efficiency Efficient fixtures Water leaks Irrigation Landscaping Water Reuse

Water Efficiency Efficient fixtures Water leaks Irrigation Landscaping Water Reuse

Water Efficiency Efficient fixtures Water leaks Irrigation Landscaping Water Reuse

Water Efficiency Efficient fixtures Water leaks Irrigation Landscaping Water Reuse

Benefits – Waste Minimization 33 to 55% cost savings on waste contracts Revenue from recyclables Environmental protection Reduced liability Enhanced community image