How do i make my college more energy efficient?
Answer:
Here's a list of potential energy efficiency measures to consider. However, an energy audit will give you the cost / benefit of each to see what should be considered and economically viable.
Efficiency lighting & lighting controls.
Lighting maintenance
Motor controls on fans and pumps with variable loads (VFDs)
HVAC efficiency improvements & proper maintenance.
Utilization of Free Cooling in chiller systems
Window films
Daylighting controls
Use of heat wheels
Proper sizing of motor loads.
Energy efficient motors (replace existing motors on burnout)
Building envelope improvements
Use of renewable energy resources
Recycle paper, plastics and metals (doesn't need an energy audit to quantify)
Education of staff & students (doesn't need an energy audit to quanitfy)
Insulation of chilled water and hot water pipes
Maintenance of stream traps and their proper operation
Maintenance of compressed air systems - fix leaks
Waste heat recovery
Heat traps
Heat pipes for humidity control
Reduction in hot water use
Building recommissioning
Thermal Energy Storage - to reduce utility peak demand
Use of trees and their proper placement in relation to buildings.
Cut down power consumption. For instance, turn off your computer.
Sounds drastic? Sure, but that is what the environmental challenge is all about. The impact humans have on the environment is primarily about comfort and leisure. If you want to make a difference, you need to be willing to sacrifice.
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